Chrisna Goodchild

Qualifications / Professional Associations:

• Bachelor of Communication Pathology

• Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

• Member of Speech Pathology Australia

Summary Professional Experience:

Chrisna is an experienced Speech Pathologist dedicated to supporting individuals and families with complex communication and swallowing needs. Committed to meeting people exactly where they are on their support journey, she uses creative problem-solving to help them move forward through tailored and meaningful support. By focusing on what motivates each individual, Chrisna ensures clinical therapy leads to sustainable, real-world outcomes.

Chrisna has a long-standing career in the disability sector. Her extensive experience covers the spectrum of speech pathology, including speech, language, voice, and multimodal communication, alongside deep knowledge of dysphagia management. She is practiced in supporting individuals through significant life transitions, such as starting school and finishing school, entering adulthood and the unique challenges of ageing with a disability. Chrisna has also led innovative initiatives, including projects presented at international expos, and developing multidisciplinary graduate programmes.

Known for her collaborative and person-centred style, Chrisna applies a holistic lens that considers the person, their communication partners, their environment, and the systems that influence their lives. She practices with trauma-informed support, ensuring clinical methods are adjusted to suit the specific history and needs of every individual and family. As an advocate for dignity of risk and informed choice, Chrisna aims to build transferable skills that empower people to navigate everyday life with confidence.