For teachers, childcare educators and therapists

Ciara-Lucy ForrestSenior Speech Pathologist & Clinical SupervisorCiara-Lucy Forrest is a highly experienced senior speech pathologist with a passion for supporting individuals with complex communication, eating, drinking, and behavioural needs. Ciara-Lucy offers clinical supervision to new and experienced clinicians, both online and in-person. With a career spanning over 12 years, she has held key roles including Senior Speech Pathologist at Belong Health and the Autism Association, and P3 Speech Pathologist in the Northern Territory Department of Education. She is also an Augmentative and Alternative Communication specialist (AAC) having worked as an AAC consultant at Liberator and other organisations supporting individuals with complex communication needs. Ciara-Lucy is dedicated to enhancing the participation and quality of life for individuals with communication needs. She brings her extensive experience to her private practice, Ciara-Lucy Forrest Therapy, where she continues to provide evidence-based interventions and clinical supervision to allied health professionalsTasha AlachTasha Alach, is an Occupational Therapist with extensive experience leading large multidisciplinary teams of Early Childhood and Primary Teachers, Education Assistants, Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists and Psychologists. Tasha has developed best practice frameworks that have been implemented across multiple programs, to maximise outcomes for children with autism. Tasha has been involved in several expert advisory committees on autism and education and has inputted to the recent Parliamentary enquiry into improving outcomes for students with Autism. Tasha is passionate about creating the best learning opportunities for students with diverse learning needs so they can thrive and fulfil their dreams.Over 25 years of dedicated practical experience setting up and operating multiple Early Intervention programs including childcare and working across many school and educational settings both in Australia and overseas, Tasha has simple and practical strategies that can support educators, to support all students with autism to access the curriculum, have positive learning experiences and enjoy coming to school.Tasha has been a great support for the teachers and education assistants across our school. Tash has supported us to maximise opportunities for learning through adapting the environment and integrating individualised visual and sensory supports to maximise educational achievements. Tasha has many practical strategies that can be implemented to support our students with autism, access the curriculum.Jessica Bates, Principal of Beldon Education Support CentreTash Alach was wonderful to work alongside. Her passion, dedication, and warmth, coupled with an infectious enthusiasm created an environment you wanted to be a part of. I have always found Tash professional yet personable and she has a lovely sense of team. As a leader Tash was consistently deflecting the limelight away from her and onto the team, even whilst leading award-winning programs. She is a reliable, committed approach with the perfect touch a fun and enjoyment made my experience with Tash and her team a brilliant oneAdam Gilchrist, Australian CricketerI have learnt so much about how to support children with neuro-diverse learning needs through the practical strategies Tash has provided to support children in my classroom. I have learnt how important developing a positive relationship with the child is the first step into creating positive outcomes.Lisa Stewart, Early Childhood Educator