Administration
Rebecca Cottman
Practice Manager
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Professional and Creative Writing
Rebecca completed her Honours in Professional and Creative Writing at Deakin University. She took her skills to the road as a freelance copywriter and editor while working at various medical clinics. Rebecca joined the team in 2019 as a multitasking receptionist and used her experience in clinic management to help expand the practice.
She enjoys the feeling of mutual respect and good cheer that is fostered by everyone at Happy Chatter, and seeks to create efficient systems so that nobody has to work too hard.
Still practising her skills with English, Rebecca also pursues way too many hobbies at home such as drawing, horse riding, viola, and leathercraft. She can be a friendly ear for parents on the phone or in the clinic and is happy to chat at any time.
Tammy Buxton
Tammy has extensive experience in customer service and administration activities in banking, small business, and health settings. Offering support to clients & colleagues, in a friendly helpful manner, is work that is both fun and rewarding.
Tammy has 3 grown-up children and relates to the many challenges families face in finding time for everyone’s schedules! She is passionate about working in a setting that supports children to grow and develop and to express themselves confidently.
In her free time, Tammy loves pottering around in the garden and tending to her aquariums.
Join our team
Happy Chatter offers a workplace based on respect,
client-focused care, and a healthy love of food. As with our clients, we want each staff member to feel supported in reaching their full potential.
Each staff member is an integral part of the team. There is always something to do to help each other out, whether you’re a Speech Pathologist, an Occupational Therapist, a Receptionist
an Allied Health Assistant, or a volunteer!
Training: We provide structured training tailored to your progress as you grow with us. All clinicians are offered guidance including mentoring and supervision. There is something for everyone here with our in-house PDs, regular debrief sessions and practical training.
Positivity 
We are positive about our achievements, capability, and look forward to the future.
Integrity
We are careful to be honest with each other, do the right thing, and be transparent in our work and our interactions.
Understanding
We all have different personalities, drivers and work styles. What we understand about our colleagues can help us interact constructively.
Communication
We value open communication where there is honest encouragement, constructive criticism, and no gossip triangles.
Respect
We respect each other as colleagues by keeping shared workspaces tidy, including kitchen and admin, and by following through at work.
We work with these values at the core of our team
Positivity
We are careful to be honest with each other, do the right thing, and be transparent in our work and our interactions.
Understanding
We all have different personalities, drivers and work styles. What we understand about our colleagues can help us interact constructively.
Respect
We respect each other as colleagues by keeping shared workspaces tidy, including kitchen and admin, and by following through at work.
Integrity
We are careful to be honest with each other, do the right thing, and be transparent in our work and our interactions.
Communication
We value open communication where there is honest encouragement, constructive criticism, and no gossip triangles.