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Having been a Special Education teacher myself for 20 years I know that there is a huge need for support practitioners to create support plans to help teachers and parents to deal with their children’s behaviours thereby improving their quality of life. Melissa’s high level achievements, qualifications and experience make her perfect for this field. I have seen her passion for students with disabilities and high quality support plans and am looking forward to following positive results of her work.

ANNA FARO (SAM’S TEACHER)

Melissa was (my son) James’ teacher in 2018 at Giant Steps when he was 9 years old. As James’ teacher Melissa was highly effective in finding a way to connect and communicate with James. Melissa’s positive effect on James, gave us as his parents, a more optimistic view of his capabilities given the right support. Melissa’s abilities also translated to writing James’ 2018 support plan, which we often refer to (almost 3 years later) and provide to new carers. The support plan was spot on, identifying his many abilities and difficulties, always in a positive way and providing great suggestions on how to best support him in a wide range of situations/scenarios. I would highly recommend using Melissa’s services to develop behaviour support plans.

DEREK TSANG (JAMES’ DAD)

Melissa is one of the most compassionate, gentle, non-judgemental people I have ever met. Her high EQ combined with her sensitivity, sense of service to the community and her rational intelligence - makes her a phenomenal teacher/healer/human and a leader in her field.

SUZY (2INCLUDE COLLABORATOR))

The team at 2include have been amazing in working with us to identify what we need and how to meet that need.

Whether it be targeted speech therapy (which has been a flexible and dynamic experience with Grace); developing a behaviour support plan with Mel; or planning and organising supports like smaller than usual social groups - the 2include team have targeted services at our needs rather than to offer a standard service for us to just try out and see.

Professional, capable and caring!

Couldn’t recommend the 2include team highly enough!

HANNAH (WILL’S MUM)

Melissa is a lovely and very experienced therapy. She is so supportive what my son and I need in these times. Thanks for all her hard work and helping me to develop my understanding. Her advice helped me to improve my support to my son. I really appreciate her.

YI (KAYSON’S MUM)

Just three weeks ago Melissa came into our lives and I didn’t even know what a behaviour therapist was! She has worked tirelessly for us and was so reliable too. Her passion to help others achieve their goals is awe inspiring. I have met many medical professionals over the last two years but very rarely do you come across one like Melissa. She listens attentively, assesses accurately, and most importantly reassures you that you are in good hands. I know in the future I will always recommend Melissa. Thanks again Melissa for stepping in at the last minute and for producing such a comprehensive and easy to read report. You are a gem!!

DEB (ANDY’S WIFE)

Speech Therapist Grace is amazing. We have tried 3 companies and 5 speech therapist, and Grace is the only one who was able to connect well with my son. Highly recommend.

ROSE (RAFA’S MUM)