Who we are
The mission of Sounds Fun Speech
Pathology is to empower individuals of all
ages by providing high-quality and
personalized speech therapy services,
fostering effective communication, and
enhancing overall well-being
ABOUT US
Leanne Sorbello serves as the principal practitioner and proprietor of Sounds Fun Speech Pathology, boasting over 30 years of experience in working with pediatric clients.
She possesses specialised expertise in child development, adept at training parents in techniques to support their children. Leanne’s proficiency extends to working with bilingual children facing communication challenges.
She adopts a holistic approach, considering the child within all their environments.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
SOUNDS FUN IS COMMITTED TO:
- Providing high quality service based on strong evidence
- Being respectful and fair in our conduct.
- Be willing to listen to your concerns.
- Being kind and gentle with your children.
- Maintaining a high standard of hand and toy hygiene
- Providing a safe service to your family.
- Maintaining confidentiality by protecting your information and data.
- Being an advocate for your child if necessary.
- Seeing the whole child with strengths as well as challenges
- Seeing the child and the family as connected.
- Prioritising participation and the development of functional abilities.
- Being innovative and creative.
- Connecting with other professionals in your team to streamline your care.
- Helping you to co-ordinate your care
- Giving you a strong voice in the direction of your care.
- Measuring and evaluating how well we are doing
- Continually improving the quality of the service.
THE TEAM
Leanne Sorbello
Speech Pathologist
Hi, I’m Leanne, Director of Sounds Fun Speech Pathology. I’ve been a speech pathologist for over 35 years and have spent the past 12 years leading Sounds Fun Speech Pathology, working with clients of all ages and many different diagnoses. I have worked in health, education, and different private sectors. I also work as part of the team at the Inala Development Service.
I love therapy that is creative, practical, and fun—because communication should work in real life, not just in the therapy room. I’m a strong believer in diversity-affirming practice and supporting people in ways that respect who they are and where they come from.
When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me enjoying theatre and musicals, cooking, watching cricket, travelling through Europe, or getting competitive at trivia nights.
I’m proud of my Italian heritage , and married to an Italian man who is a high school teacher, Stefano; mum to two boys – Lewis and Giacomo, and bossed around (let’s be honest) by our dog, April. I love to write children’s books and dream of finishing the next one someday soon.
If therapy can be meaningful, inclusive and joyful—then I’m exactly where I’m meant to be.
Sumeet Mann
Speech Pathologist
Sumeet has experience working with clients across the lifespan and from all walks of life, having previously travelled all around QLD to deliver specialised services. He brings an enthusiastic and energetic approach to all his therapy sessions, and strongly believes in making communication fun!
When he’s not at work, you can find Sumeet relaxing on the beach or putting out fires in the kitchen. And if the cricket is on, he’ll probably be trying to catch every ball!
Melissa Hurley
Administrative Assistant
Mel is our go-to expert for accounts and payroll, with loads of experience and an eye for detail.
Outside of work, she’s a devoted mum to two dance-loving kids and a proud pet parent to her much-loved dogs and cats.