Blast Off
Speech Pathology
Holistic play-based
speech therapy
Specialist clinic working with children & teens for over 18 years
Phaedra
Papachatzi
Certified Speech Pathologist
Hi I’m Phaedra, I’ve been a Speech Pathologist for over 18 years now, working in some amazing places like Melbourne, Singapore, and Athens! Being bilingual, I am pleased to offer my therapy services in both English and Greek. Along the way, I've embraced thinking outside the box when it comes to therapy. I love creating fun, holistic, and child-centred approaches that allow kids to engage and thrive.
Most of my experience has been in public hospitals, early intervention services, and private practices, so I've had the privilege of working with children of all ages and helping them overcome a wide range of communication challenges.
I’m committed to ongoing professional growth, with training in programs like the Sound-Write literacy program, Alex Kelly's Talkabout for social skills, and becoming a certified Hanen member. This has included extensive training in It Takes Two to Talk, More Than Words, Talkability, and Learning Language and Loving It.
Ultimately, my goal is to provide evidence-based, engaging, and personalised therapy that supports each child's communication development in a meaningful way.
Lou
Admin Manager
Hi, I’m Lou. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy and bring a strong background in finance and operations to the Blastoff team. I previously worked as an Accounting Manager in an accounting firm and currently work as an Operations Manager within an NDIS-registered provider.
At Blastoff, I support the team behind the scenes by managing billing, payment reconciliation, client communications, and a range of administrative and operational tasks. My focus is on keeping systems organised, accurate, and running smoothly so clinicians can focus on what matters most—supporting children and families.
I’m known for my attention to detail, reliability, and problem-solving approach, and I take pride in contributing to a well-supported, efficient, and family-centred service.
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WHAT WE'RE ALL ABOUT
With over 15 years experience working with culturally & neurodiverse clients with a range of communication issues, Blast Off invests in your child's development using a holistic, play based & family orientated approach.
Play in therapy & why its important
There are a multitude of benefits of play in your child's development - not only does have a significant impact on a child's cognitive and language abilities, it assists in their overall social, emotional, physical growth too.
Evidence based & 100% tailored
Your child's growth & success is our priority. We ensure that everything we do is done with connectedness, understanding, playfulness, and each session is totally tailored to your child's needs.
Currently only accepting Telehealth Appointment
We currently have a limited number of online/ telehealth appointments available.
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Telehealth Sessions
No matter where you are located, we have experience working online to achieve your child's best.
Phaedra has been our son James’ speech therapist for a couple of years now and we cannot recommend her highly enough to any parent seeking her services for their child.
Her approachability and warm nature make her a natural at what she does and James loves working with her!
She is a true professional and we cannot thank her enough for supporting James in his learning and have loved seeking all of his progress thanks to her dedication & hard work
Mirjana
At Blast Off Speech Pathology, we recognise and respect the Wadawarrung and Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nations as the traditional owners of the land on which we work, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water, and community. We pay our respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and to their Elders, past, present, and emerging.