The Speechie Life
Speechie Mentor. Business Coach. AI Enthusiast.
Ishwari Samarakoon
Helping you live your best Speechie Life – confident, successful & thriving
Welcome! I’m absolutely thrilled to have you here. My name is Ish, and my mission is to empower Speechies like you, to thrive, to feel confident, and achieve exceptional career success.
Maybe you’re a new graduate taking your first steps into the world of speech pathology? Or you might be running a growing business and looking for structure, strategy or space to breathe.
Whatever the case may be, I have you covered! I will fully support you and guide you, from where you are today to where you want to be. I will help you avoid the pitfalls, maximise the opportunities and avoid burnout. Plus, I’ll help you create the work life / personal life mix you want.
Speech Therapist Mentor
What Sets Me Apart
My approach is based on a proven blend of successful strategies.
It’s a combination of expertise, empathy for my clients, tailored coaching, AI innovation and unwavering passion for the Speech Pathology profession.
Every Speechie’s journey and business is distinct. That’s why I offer you personalised coaching & AI support that caters to your specific needs. You are not just another clinician; you are an individual, a therapist, a business owner with aspirations, challenges, and the potential to make a real impact.
That’s what I help you build.
Grad Life Roadmap
Support & resources for new graduates
Start your career strong with The Grad Life Roadmap. A comprehensive, practical workbook and video series designed to support graduate Speechies through their first year.
From knowing what to expect each month, to managing fatigue, habits, and workplace dynamics, it will equip you with the confidence and skills you need in order to thrive.
1:1 Business Mentoring
Tailored coaching for Speechies in business
Every business journey is unique. Whether you’re a solo practitioner or leading a small team, this mentoring is designed to meet you where you’re at and help you build a business that actually aligns with how you want to live and work.
You might want more ease, more time off, better systems, or new income streams. Together, we’ll focus on what matters most to you.
Every session is practical, grounded, and 100% personalised to provide exactly what you need to have you thriving and successful.
AI Strategy & Consults
Simple, ethical tools to help you work smarter — not harder
You’re capable and tech-comfortable. So why does AI still feel out of reach?
You’re not alone. I support Speechies and allied health professionals to implement AI in a way that’s practical, human, and completely aligned with how you want to work.
Extra hours of admin a week adds up. Quietly, and without permission. Let’s make sure your time is working for you, not against you.
Whether you’re looking to save time on admin, create custom workflows, or trial tools with confidence, we’ll map out what’s possible and make sure it actually fits your day-to-day.
You’ll walk away with clarity, support, and a plan that brings more confidence, ease, and space to thrive.
PD & Workshops
Practical, human-centred learning for teams and organisations
Support your whole team with professional development that’s relevant, inclusive, and grounded in the realities of allied health work.
From integrating AI tools in a way that saves time (without compromising ethics), to building more sustainable rhythms around work–life balance, enhancing clinical growth, and developing leadership capacity, these workshops are practical, engaging, and immediately useful.
Informed by a deep understanding of regulation, capacity, and what clinicians actually need to thrive, these sessions are ideal for team PD days, supervision intensives, or whole-practice workshops that leave your team feeling supported, not stretched.
Custom sessions available for organisations and conferences.
Workshops and Training
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The Speechie Life Blog
Practical insights for Speechies who want more ease, clarity, and confidence in their work.
Explore strategies for work–life balance, thoughtful business growth, ethical AI, and navigating the trickier parts of being a Speechie, all written to support real people doing real work in allied health.