PROFESSIONAL & PRACTITIONER RESOURCES

Bridget Knol is a dedicated speech pathologist with over 22 years of experience, specialising in in treating children with motor speech, muscle and motor-based disorders and delays. As a certified PROMPT therapist, she is passionate about using evidence-based, hands-on approaches to support individuals in developing their communication skills. Bridget integrates orofacial myofunctional therapy into her practice, recognising its crucial role in optimizing breathing, oral placement, feeding and speech.

Bridget has a special interest in the role that optimal breathing plays in the day-to-day functioning of her clients.  She understands that addressing the underlying airway, motor and myofunctional foundations of breathing, feeding and speech, requires a holistic approach to therapy which ensures that each client receives comprehensive, individualized support to enhance their breathing, eating, communication and quality of life.

Bridget completed her bachelor of Speech Pathology in 2001. She became a Certified PROMPT therapist in 2016. Bridget has attended numerous trainings to further develop her understanding of orofacial myology including: The Australian Academy of Orofacial Myology 4-Day Introductory Course, Well Spoken Paediatric Sleep Disordered Breathing 2 day workshop and she is mentored by experts in this field to continue to expand her expertise in this area.