Our Team

Our dedicated team of therapists work together to provide holistic support for your child.

AbleKids has been providing therapy support to children in Geraldton since 2016

From the humble beginning of just one therapist working out of the back of her car, AbleKids has now developed into an interdisciplinary service that supports children and young people in both Geraldton and the Midwest region of Western Australia. AbleKids has consistently grown to be able to provide a holistic service that includes Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology, Physiotherapy, Psychology and Dietetics.

We aim to work collaboratively with clients and their families

Our goal is to provide a service that can support all their therapy needs. We offer holistic care that is focused on enabling participation and based on the client’s own goals.

We provide flexible service delivery methods

We can support clients and their families in our well-resourced clinic setting, provide services at school and day care centres and other community venues. AbleKids also embraces technology and provide Telehealth Services to clients including those in remote areas.

Prue Matthews

Director/ Senior Occupational Therapist

Prue brings over two decades of experience to her role as a Senior Occupational Therapist.

With a deep commitment to client-centered, occupation-focused support for children and their families, Prue's extensive clinical background spans diverse presentations among children and young adults.

She is especially passionate about evidence-based early intervention therapy for children with complex medical and occupational needs.

Prue's expertise includes the assessment and prescription of assistive technology, goal-focused individual and group interventions, and collaborative work with clients and their teams to enhance participation.

Prue also actively supports undergraduate student placements at AbleKids and has previously served as a lecturer at WA Centre for Rural Health.

Outside work, Prue is very busy with her family and enjoys spending time exploring the beautiful natural environment around the Midwest region of WA and being actively involved in team sports.

Anthea Buckley

Speech Pathologist
Anthea is originally from Mandurah and has worked at AbleKids since 2020. She graduated from Curtin University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science (Speech Pathology), and a certificate in Assessment and Diagnosis of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder from the University of Western Australia.
She has a varied caseload and experience including speech sounds, social skills, language, swallowing assessment and difficulties, and has a particular interest in AAC. In her spare time, Anthea enjoys trying to catch crayfish and exploring WA.
Addie Robinson

Speech Pathologist
Addie is originally from Mildura and moved to Geraldton in 2021. She completed a degree in Health Sciences with a Masters in Speech Pathology from La Trobe University in 2017.
She is an experienced speech therapist, with a varied caseload including literacy, language, speech sounds, fluency, and social skills.
She is currently providing speech therapy via telehealth services.
Sonali Gupta

Graduate Speech Pathologist
Sonali completed a Bachelor of speech pathology honours in March 2023.
She speaks English, Hindi and Gujarati and is passionate about everyone having a voice and a safe environment to live an optimal life.
Outside of work Sonali is a busy mum and enjoys hobbies such as painting, swimming, dancing and badminton. Sonali also enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Emily Collins

Physiotherapist
Emily completed her Physiotherapy Degree at the University of Notre Dame in 2022 and has completed a dry needling course.
Emily has experience working with a wide range of people with disabilities promoting physical movement, strength and well-being.
In her spare time, she likes to travel and play sports.
Sarah Anns

Occupational Therapist
Sarah is originally from Perth and moved to Geraldton in 2021. She completed a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from Curtin University in 2020. She has an interest in emotional regulation and challenging behaviours.
Outside of work Sarah likes to enjoy the sunshine and go for walks on the beach with her two very energetic dogs!
Sarah is currently on maternity leave.
Lily Salter

Occupational Therapist
Lily is originally from Tasmania but has worked in many locations around Australia and the UK. She has experience in many areas of occupational therapy
Niamh Blake

Therapy Assistant
Niamh is from Geraldton, and is passionate about helping people. She aspires to complete a degree in speech pathology. She is experienced in implementing speech therapy programs, strengths-based approaches and alternative communication strategies.
In her personal time, Niamh enjoys being active, spending time with friends, family and music.
Stevie Fraser

Therapy Assistant
Stevie graduated from Geraldton Grammar school in 2023. She is planning on studying occupational therapy at university in 2025.
Shontae Smith

Dietitian
Kate Bailey

Client Relations Manager
Kate joined AbleKids in 2021. She is responsible for the intake, scheduling of appointments and being a dedicated point of contact for clients. Kate is usually the first point of contact for new clients.
She was previously a registered nurse, working for 9 years at both Geraldton Hospital and SJOG Geraldton.
Kate was born and raised in Geraldton and enjoys spending time at the beautiful beaches along our coastline with her family.
Faye Moore

Administration Assistant
Faye joined AbleKids in 2022. She has previous experience working in childcare and has a Diploma in Business Management and Leadership, Cert III in Business Administration, giving her many of the skills needed to work at AbleKids.  
In her personal time, Faye enjoys knitting, genealogy, speedway, and spending time with her family.
Emily-Jane Whitbourn

Speech Pathologist
Emily-Jane is originally from Mildura and has lived in our north-west before moving to Geraldton in 2023. She has a Bachelor of Speech Pathology from Flinders University of South Australia and has worked in paediatric speech therapy for 3 years. She is a knowledgeable Speech Therapist who has experience with swallowing difficulties, alternative communication devices and literacy. In her personal time, she enjoys fishing and boating on our beautiful ocean.
Shivorn Golding

Therapy Assistant
Shivorn is originally from Geraldton and is passionate about being physically active and healthy. She is planning on studying sports science in the future and particularly enjoys working with our Physiotherapist to deliver physiotherapy programs. Outside of work, Shivorn enjoys doing pilates, going to the gym and walking her dog on the beach.
Mirika Hall

Business Manager
Karen Bradford

Psychologist
Jessica Morrison

Speech Pathologist