Meet Natalie James
Hi, I'm Natalie. I'm a Specialist Adult Neurological Speech Pathologist with more than 25 years of experience helping adults with neurological and chronic conditions improve their communication, voice, cognition and swallowing.
I graduated from the University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology in 1998 and completed a Master of Applied Linguistics in 2008. Throughout my career, I have worked across hospital, community and private practice settings in Australia and the United Kingdom, supporting adults living with a wide range of neurological and chronic health conditions.
I founded Neuro Connect Speech Pathology to provide the kind of care I believe people deserve—specialist, evidence-based therapy that is personalised, unhurried and centred on what matters most to each individual. My goal is to help people communicate with confidence, stay connected with the people around them, and continue participating in the conversations and activities that give their lives meaning.
How I Can Help
I PROVIDE ASSESSMENT AND THERAPY TO ADULTS FOR:
Speech, voice and communication changes
Aphasia and other language difficulties
Cognitive-communication changes
Swallowing difficulties (dysphagia)
Assistive and Augmentative Communication (AAC)
Communication partner training for families and carers
Who I Help
Neuro Connect Speech Pathology supports adults in Mosman, across the Lower North Shore and throughout Sydney living with communication and swallowing difficulties caused by neurological conditions, including:
Stroke
Parkinon’s disease
Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
Dementia
Functional Neurological Disorders (FND)
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Multiple Sclerosis
Brain Tumours
Long COVID
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)
…..and any other neurological condition
My approach
Every person's situation is different. I take the time to understand your goals, priorities and everyday life, working closely with you, your family and your healthcare team to develop a therapy plan that's realistic, meaningful and tailored to you.
Alongside my clinical work, I'm committed to research, innovation and excellence in healthcare — I continue to collaborate as a clinical researcher on speech pathology research and clinical trials, so my clients benefit from the latest evidence-based approaches and technologies.
Above all, I believe every person deserves to be heard, understood and included. I'm privileged to work alongside people and their families as they work toward meaningful improvements in communication, swallowing, confidence and quality of life.
My experience
Before establishing Neuro Connect Speech Pathology, I worked for many years across NSW Health in specialist adult neurological and rehabilitation services, including private practice.
Sydney Virtual Hospital
vRehab team
St Joseph's Hospital
Motor Neurone Disease Clinic and Communication & Assistive Technology Clinics
In these roles, I supported people with complex communication and swallowing needs, helping them access technologies such as speech-generating devices and eye gaze systems.
Professional credentials
Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP)
Practising Member of Speech Pathology Australia (MSPA)
NDIS Provider (self-managed and plan-managed participants)
iCare Provider
Better Conversations trained clinician (Acquired Neurological Conditions)
SPEAK OUT!® Certified Provider
LSVT LOUD® and LSVT eLOUD® Certified Clinician
McNeill Dysphagia Therapy Program (MDTP) Certified Clinician
Whether you're looking for a speech pathologist in Mosman, a mobile visit closer to home, or a specialist you can see without leaving regional or remote areas, Natalie tailors care to where you are — and to your changing needs.
I see clients privately, and through NDIS (self-managed and plan-managed) and Medicare CDMP referrals. Full details on funding and referrals are on the Appointments page.