Integrative, Inclusive & Compassionate
Allied Health Support for All Ages
Award winning Speech Pathology & Occupational Therapy services that celebrate and nurture each individual's unique qualities.
Here to support & nurture each person for their individual differences.
Nothing beats the feeling you’ve finally found the support you've been searching for.
That's why we’re working hard to create a unique space where each client feels valued and empowered to engage with their community in a confident and meaningful way.
Our Services.
We provide neurodiversity-affirming, evidence-based allied health services for children, adolescents, and adults across the Northern Rivers, including Ballina, Lennox Head, Byron Bay, and surrounding communities.
Our services include speech therapy, occupational therapy, hearing screening, and group programs designed to support communication, regulation, independence, and participation in everyday life.
At SSAH, we take a functional, relationship-based approach - working closely with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical strategies that create real-world outcomes.
Speech Pathology
We foster an integrative approach tailoring therapy to each client’s unique needs. Our team are experienced across a range of areas including; speech, language, paediatric feeding, swallowing, AAC and Gestalt Language Development.
Occupational Therapy
Our therapists collaborate to address challenges from sensory processing to motor delays. Through personalised assessments and interventions, we promote skill development and motor coordination.
Hearing Screening
Our hearing screening service in Ballina provides a quick, child-friendly way to check how well a person is hearing and processing sound. Early screening can help identify potential difficulties that may be contributing to challenges with speech development, communication, behaviour, or learning.
The Sunshine Series
The Sunshine Series is our range of small-group therapy programs designed to support children’s communication, social, emotional and motor development through fun, play-based sessions led by our Speech and OT team.
About Us
At Sunshine Speech & Allied Health, we take a different approach from the traditional medical model. Rather than focusing on deficits, we prioritise a client centred, strength based approach to allied health support. Our aim is to help you achieve your goals in a respectful, engaging, and personalised way.
We understand the power of therapeutic relationships and the importance of connection in promoting development. Our focus is on enhancing engagement, communication, self-regulation, social problem-solving, and independence. With experience across various settings, we've seen it all, and we are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space for our clients.
We believe in collaboration and a relationship-focused approach to deliver better outcomes. We embrace and respect neurodiversity, advocating for methods that honour each person's unique differences and support their development in a nurturing and respectful manner. At Sunshine Speech & Allied Health, we're here to help you reach your full potential.
Our Mission, Vision & Core Values
At Sunshine Speech & Allied Health, we believe therapy should feel safe, respectful, meaningful and connected. Our work is grounded in neurodiversity-affirming, relationship-based and evidence-informed care, supporting each person as an individual with their own strengths, needs, preferences and goals.
Our Mission
Our mission is to support and nurture each person for their individual differences.
We exist to create a space where clients and families feel genuinely seen, supported and empowered. Through client-centred, relationship-based and neuro-affirming care, our team works collaboratively to understand each person’s unique profile and provide therapy that is meaningful, practical and respectful.
We aim to help every client build confidence, develop skills and engage with their world in a way that feels authentic to them.
Our Vision
Our vision is to lead the Northern Rivers in providing inclusive, modern and holistic allied health services.
We are committed to creating a clinic where clients, families and professionals feel welcomed, respected and inspired. Through innovation, compassion, collaboration and clinical excellence, we aim to deliver high-quality outcomes that make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people and communities we support.
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Meet the Team.
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Lucie Regan
Company Director & Speech Pathologist
CPSP | SPA MemberLucie is the Founder and Director of Sunshine Speech & Allied Health and a Speech Pathologist with a passion for supporting children and adults with complex communication needs. She leads with a neuro-affirming, relationship-based approach and is deeply committed to building a clinic that feels safe, collaborative, and genuinely supportive for families and clinicians alike.
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Kaila Coote
Company Director & Occupational Therapist
Kaila is a Company Director and Occupational Therapist at Sunshine Speech & Allied Health. She is passionate about supporting children and families through a holistic, strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming approach. Kaila values connection, collaboration and practical strategies that help children build confidence, independence and meaningful participation in everyday life.
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Monica Hodge
Reception & Administration Support
Monica is the friendly first point of contact at Sunshine Speech & Allied Health, welcoming families and helping the clinic run smoothly. With a background in education, management, and care, she brings warmth, organisation, and genuine connection to every client visit.
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Clara Tommasone
Occupational Therapist
Clara is an experienced Occupational Therapist supporting children and adolescents to build independence, confidence, and meaningful participation in daily life. She values a holistic, collaborative approach and enjoys helping children thrive at home, school, and in the community.
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Amanda Starkey
Speech Pathologist
CPSP | SPA MemberAmanda is a Speech Pathologist who supports children’s communication development through play-based, child-led therapy. She values strong collaboration with families and focuses on building confidence, connection, and meaningful communication in everyday life.
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Abbey Richmond
Speech Pathologist
CPSP | SPA MemberAbbey is a Speech Pathologist who supports school-aged children with speech, language, and communication needs. She takes a warm, neuro-affirming approach and values open communication with families to help clients thrive in everyday life.
An insight into our clinic space.
We strive to provide a space for all clients to feel safe and included. We've included photos to help you feel more comfortable and confident when visiting our clinic for the first time. Our friendly and professional team is here to support you every step of the way.
Get in Touch.
Looking to book speech therapy, occupational therapy, and/or a hearing screening?
Please complete our New Client Enquiry Form.
For all other enquiries (e.g. admin, referrals, collaboration), please get in touch via either:
02 6610 9200
hello@sunshinespeechalliedhealth.com.au and one of our team will be in touch!