Our Story

At Word Builders Speech Pathology, we're dedicated to helping children communicate and connect with the world around them. Discover the passion behind our commitment to your child's communication journey.

Meet Christina Nguyen: the heart behind Word Builders Speech Pathology 

Christina, a dedicated Certified Practising  Speech Pathologist, founded Word Builders Speech Pathology with a clear vision: to empower children in Melbourne to achieve their fullest communication potential. With a Master's of Speech Pathology and prior experience as a secondary school teacher, Christina brings a unique blend of educational insight and therapeutic expertise to every family she supports.

Christina has a particular interest in language and social communication and working with autistic children. Christina has undertaken training in:

  • Sounds Write Literacy program,
  • It Takes Two To Talk Hanen program,
  • Teach Me to Talk’s: A Strengths-Based Approach for Helping Autistic Toddlers and Preschoolers Connect and Communicate,
  • Brick-By-Brick® Programme

Christina is currently studying the Graduate Certificate in Autism and Neurodivergent Studies at the University of Woollongong. She is a lifelong learner who enjoys undertaking regular professional development to further build on her skills and knowledge to support the children she works with.

 

Christina Nguyen

Speech Pathologist, M.Sp.Path, B.Com(Mgt), Grad Dip Ed, CPSP, MSPA