Our Team

Margaret completed her Bachelor of Arts majoring in Psychology and her Graduate Diploma of Psychology  Advanced (4th year Honours Equivalent) at Monash University. During this time, she wrote a qualitative research project which focused on exploring public perceptions of parenting and Autism among Australian parents of children with non-ASD children. Margaret has previously worked as an Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) therapist, providing early intervention for young children with ASD in various settings at clinics, home and kindergartens. She is committed to making a difference through early intervention and evidence based practice. She highly values the development of children, exercising empathy and creativity through play and learning. Margaret’s experience as a therapist has inspired her to some days pursue a career as a child psychologist.

Jenna completed her Bachelor’s of Psychology at Edith Cowan University and Master’s in Special Education at Monash University, Specialising in Applied Behaviour Analysis. Jenna has over 10 years experience supporting young children and their families using the principals of Applied Behaviour Analysis across various settings (clinic, classroom, home and the community). Jenna is passionate about supporting school aged students with autism, taking a particular interest in teaching and developing social skills which are so important for all children to ensure successful participation in social contexts. Jenna is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA).

Toby completed a Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education at RMIT University and registers as an Early Childhood Teacher. She has previously worked with children from three months old to five years old in childcare and kindergarten. She has experience supporting children with autism in the classroom environment and is very passionate about supporting children with special needs. It led her to complete a Master of Education majoring in Inclusive and Special Education at Monash University. She strongly believes every child has the right to assess quality education and is passionate about utilising ESDM to support children with special needs to maximise their potential through play.  

Violeta graduated from Federation University with a Bachelor of Community and Human Services in 2021. Violeta has worked as Education Support at an all Autistic school, a Living life support assistant and a Family Violence Youth worker in her previous roles. She is passionate about helping individuals and extremely passionate about early intervention and how she can best support young people to reach their full potential early on. 

Cristine completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychological Science at La Trobe University in 2019. She has previous experience working as an ABA therapist delivering group school readiness program to children with ASD before they go to primary school. She also worked as a support worker helping children with a variety of disabilities with behaviour regulation and community inclusion. She’s always been interested in children’s development and is very passionate about helping children develop functional skills and discovering their unique strengths. The best thing about the job for Cristine is seeing the positive changes early intervention makes in the lives of the children and their families.

B.Psych (Hons) (Completing)