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hannah
chamberlain

speech pathology · autism · neurodiversity-affirming
founder of Speech Sprout 🌱
about

I'm an Australian dual citizen, passionate about making evidence-informed information on communication, autism and child development more accessible to families, educators and professionals.

That interest led me to complete a Postgraduate Certificate in Autism Studies at Griffith University (Gold Coast), and I'm now commencing a Master of Speech Pathology at Charles Darwin University Australia. My academic interests sit across communication development, autism, neurodiversity and inclusive educational practice.

My experience spans autism early intervention, international education and entrepreneurship. This includes work with AEIOU in Adelaide supporting autistic children and their families, and a role as a Health and Sciences Educator at Siam International School Thailand in Bangkok.

Alongside this, I co-founded and scaled a successful Australian e-commerce business, developing expertise in digital marketing, brand development and e-commerce.

I founded Speech Sprout to bring these worlds together. Drawing on my background in autism studies and digital marketing from my entrepreneurship experience, I translate research and clinical knowledge into accessible, evidence-informed content. My goal is to use digital platforms to extend the reach of communication and autism knowledge beyond traditional clinical settings, helping more families access reliable, research-informed support.

goal

what I'm working toward

To volunteer in a school setting where I can contribute to communication support, inclusive learning and child development, while gaining hands-on experience alongside experienced educators.

As I begin my Master of Speech Pathology, my goal is to be exposed to school-setting practices in learning support and speech pathology, and to build real-world understanding I can carry into my own practice.

flagship project · 2024 – current

founder & creator,
speech sprout

neurodiversity-affirming communication platform · @speechsprout
Facebook → 3.1k following
relevant experience
Contractor – Digital & Telehealth Supporttelehealth · AAC
AEIOU Foundation, North Brighton · Adelaide, South Australia
  • Provided digital and visual support for autism therapy sessions delivered via telehealth during COVID-19, when remote delivery was still new to the sector.
  • Applied a background in digital infrastructure to design session slides and on-screen visual supports, and to create printable AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) resources for families to use with their children at home.
  • Built a digital scheduling platform so parents could easily book their children's sessions.
  • Helped introduce digital workflows, teletherapy visuals, printable AAC resources and online booking, that have since become routine across speech pathology and allied-health telehealth.
International School Teacher – Health and Sciences
  • Supported students' academic, social and emotional development.
  • Adapted teaching approaches to accommodate diverse learning needs.
  • Maintained structured and inclusive classroom environments.
  • Communicated student progress and behavioural observations with parents.
Health & Fitness Professional
California Fitness · Singapore
  • Designed individualised health and fitness programmes.
  • Educated clients on injury prevention and safe movement practices.
  • Supported behavioural motivation and goal-setting.
what I write about

autism & communication

The main topics I focus on.

joint attention gestures & early communication echolalia & gestalt language sensory processing differences autism & play speech delay vs autism understanding tantrums identity-first language early signs in communication
education
commencing
Master of Speech Pathology
Charles Darwin University Australia
2024
Postgraduate Certificate in Autism Studies
Griffith University
2003 – 2008
Bachelor of Science in Biology (Pre-Med Course)
University of Santo Tomas
earlier career
Co-Founder & Creative Director — Kaizen Brands
Australia · 2016 – current · seven-figure e-commerce brands
Focused on product development, digital marketing and understanding the e-commerce landscape.
www.kaizenbrands.com →
focus areas
Neurodiversity-affirming practice
Autism & communication development
Early & gestalt language
Sensory & play-based support
Evidence translation for parents
Family-facing communication
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