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Kathryn Hawkins
Clinical Intake OfficerLives on Garigal land (she/her) Kathryn is dual qualified in allied health, best known as a senior dietitian, leading teams and departments in large hospitals. Kathryn worked in hospital management for 2 years and is forever advocating for patient experience and needs. As well as being Umbo’s Clinical Intake Officer, Kathryn currently practices as a community dietitian in …
Steph Thackray
Administration OfficerLives on Dharawal land (she/her) For over 10 years, Steph has worked and volunteered with not-for-profit organisations, driven by a commitment to inclusion, community, and creating positive change. She value kindness, collaboration, and equity, and brings these principles into every role she takes on. In an admin support role, her focus is on helping systems run smoothly so people …
Ed Johnson
DirectorLives on Dharug and Wiradjuri lands (he/him) Ed is an accidental speech pathologist and PhD candidate, and has practiced across rural and remote communities for the last eight years. He is also Chairman of Services for Australian Rural and Remote Allied Health (SARRAH), and sits on the Clinical Council at the Western NSW Primary Health Network. Ed’s PhD research is leading the mounting …
Irene Cabasa
Administration OfficerLives on Dharug land (she/her) Passionate about human and animal welfare, Irene is driven to help those in need. Previously working for a non-for-profit animal charity, Irene gained 5 years of experience working in the animal cruelty sector to help fight against cruelty. In 2012, Irene obtained her Bachelor of Performance and Popular Music from JMC Academy in Sydney …
Myth #1: Online therapy won’t work because kids won’t sit in front of screens
In the coming weeks, we’ll be breaking down myths around online therapy. We sometimes hear that online therapy won’t work, because children won’t sit in front of screens for the session length. Sometimes parents say that their child won’t behave the way parents are seeing while in session. This same scenario can also occur in a face to face clinic …