Shalom! I'm Kerri Newfield, a speech pathologist with over seven years of experience helping children develop their communication, language, and literacy skills.

I trained at La Trobe University in Melbourne, where I completed my Master of Speech Pathology with First Class Honours. Since then, I've worked across a wide range of settings - public hospitals, private clinics, schools, homes, and telehealth - giving me a broad perspective on how to meet each child where they are.

I've spent most of my career working with children from birth through to 18 years old, supporting speech and language development, social communication, early literacy, and feeding. I especially love working with younger children and currently spend part of my week at Ganim here in Tel Aviv, which keeps me connected to the everyday realities of early childhood development.

Originally from Australia and a native English speaker, I moved to Tel Aviv and am now a certified speech therapist in Israel. I work in English and am building my Hebrew.

My approach is evidence-based but never boring - I believe therapy should be playful, engaging, and tailored to each child's interests and strengths. I also know that supporting a child means supporting the whole family, so I prioritise clear communication with parents and practical strategies you can use at home.

If you have questions about your child's speech or language development, I'd love to hear from you!