Our Staff
Physiotherapist
Australian Physiotherapy Association Paediatric Physiotherapist
Sue Charlton
Australian Physiotherapy Association Paediatric Physiotherapist with more than 40 years experience working with children with developmental, neurological and orthopaedic problems. Sue has worked at the Children's Hospital and in private practice as well as some time tutoring in paediatrics at the University of Adelaide.
She has three adult children and is the proud grandmother of eight grandchildren.
Children's physiotherapy involves working with families and children to assist in play and learning which is fun and successful in spite of difficulties which may be encountered due to developmental or structural problems. It is aimed at helping children play, develop and adapt to their environment and gain the skills they need for life.. |
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Physiotherapist
Victoria Callaghan
We would like to welcome physiotherapist Victoria Callaghan to our practice. Victoria was involved in netball, and tennis which inspired her to become a physiotherapist. Since graduating from the University of South Australia in 2006, Victoria has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings, both locally and interstate. Victoria has developed an interest in paediatrics and will be working in conjunction with Susan Charlton.
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Occupational Therapist
Limestone Coast Occupational Therapy Services
Mrs Tania Thompson.
Bachelor of Applied Science in OT with Honours 1 (Uni SA), 1994. Registered with the SA OT Board (Registration number 622) and holding Accredited Occupational Therapy status with the AOTA. Member of OT Australia SA (no: 400281).
Tania is an Accredited Occupational Therapist with 15 years experience in a variety of rural hospitals, community health services and aged care environments. She has 8 years experience in provision of a wide range of children's services in rural community settings, including special schools, home, childcare, kindergarten and schools. Tania has experience working in multidisciplinary teams and providing education to all types of groups on relevant issues. |
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Tania has been working in private practice part time since 2006, while juggling the demands of her 3 young children.
She has undertaken specific training in assessment and intervention relating to sensory integration theory, techniques and principles (Chris Chapparo 2002; Veronica Steer, 2007), with a large focus of this clinical training related to the sensory issues seen within the ASD population. Her focus is in developmental play theory, social stories, Alert Program and Handwriting programs.
Tania is experienced in assessment and application of occupational therapy techniques and interventions to assist in the development of daily living skills required for functional adaptation of children within their environments. Tania is passionate about helping children and families to manage sensory issues and foster development through the use of play. For more information download the Limestone Coast Occupational Therapy Brochure PDF
Speech Pathologist
Michelle Cook
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Psychologist
Jenni Pearce
Jenni is an experienced child psychologist, registered for over 25 years, with particular expertise working with children aged 3 to 15 and their families. She runs a busy and well recognised private psychology practice in Adelaide.
Jenni has been visiting Mt Gambier regularly for the past 6 years, and is well known by local doctors, pediatricians and schools.
Jenni provides practical ideas on better ways to parent children and boost their development. As a parent herself, she understands the challenges parents face, particularly children with behaviour or learning difficulties. Parents and children who visit Jenni enjoy sessions and come away with loads of information and good ideas. She can also visit all preschools and schools in the Limestone Coast district, to suggest strategies to teachers. |
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Jenni has particular expertise assessing children with developmental delay. She is recognised by Autism SA and Medicare to diagnose autism and Asperger's Syndrome, and can arrange the Carer's Allowance for parents whose children are eligible.
Because of the demand for appointments with Jenni in Mt Gambier, she is not able to offer long term individual counselling or therapy for children, but will suggest appropriate local services, after an initial assessment of the problems.
A referral is not needed to see Jenni, but often a family doctor or Paediatrician will refer a child to Jenni, so that Medicare benefits apply. Services can also be claimed by families that have private health fund extras cover for psychology. For more information about Medicare funding, click here.
Office Manager
Vanessa Pearson
Vanessa is our Office Manager and she works closely with our professional team of allied health practitioners. Vanessa is efficient, friendly and committed to making your 1 Stop Paediatric Service experience a positive one.
Vanessa is your first point of contact for booking appointments as well as your resource person for all matters related to billing and general enquiries, she is always ready to listen and will do what she can to help you. Vanessa has been with the practice for two years having a vast prior experience in senior management and customer service.
Away from work Vanessa enjoys going to the gym, gardening, bike riding, reading, catching up with friends, spending time with her husband and two teenage children.
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