Skip to main content

Welcome

Menu
Book appointment

Our Team

Dr. Sabrina Barrett

I am a developmental and behavioural paediatrician with over 16 years’ experience working with children whose developmental profiles don’t follow the usual lines. I’m drawn to presentations that sit between medical, behavioural and emotional domains, and to the kind of questions that require careful thought rather than quick conclusions.

My background spans paediatrics, psychiatry and early autism diagnosis, along with experience supporting children with functional neurological disorders. Working across these areas has shown me how differently children express their needs, and how easily important threads can be missed when we rely on only one way of looking at things. This broader experience helps me understand developmental profiles that don’t sit neatly within a single category, and to guide families with clarity when things feel complex or unclear.

While my clinical work focuses on understanding how children express their needs, the rest of my life is spent with the small people and creatures who express theirs just as clearly.

Home is a lively mix of spirited kids, confident animals, creative cooking, and a garden that seems determined to express itself. My husband and I make a good show of being in charge — but everyone knows who really runs the house.

Dr. Sabrina Barrett

Developmental and Behavioural Paediatrician
FRACP, MBBS, DCH, BBSc
David Deb

I’m an entrepreneur who enjoys building and growing businesses across Australia and beyond. I’m passionate about improving how things run, creating opportunities, and turning ideas into something meaningful.

I am also an executive business coach and a public speaker. As a coach, I take a practical, results-driven approach to help people overcome challenges, gain clarity, and unlock their full potential.

As a public speaker I enjoy connecting with diverse audiences and sharing insights on entrepreneurship, personal growth, and career development. My goal is always to provide practical value and inspire meaningful action.

Outside of work, I enjoy travelling, getting away into nature, and staying active through light exercises. I’m always curious and like exploring new ideas that help me grow, both personally and professionally.

David Deb

Co-Founder & Operations Manager
Wild Child Paediatrics
To'da Bellantone

I have really enjoyed being a Medical Secretary for the past 15 years. My area of interest is in Developmental Paediatrics and Child & Adolescent Mental Health. 

It has been rewarding to work as the first point of contact for families trying to navigate their child’s unique abilities and challenges. 

I believe in creating a positive, relaxed and welcoming reception area, where both children and families feel heard and supported. 

In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and 2 cats. I enjoy winding down at Yoga classes, spending time at the beach and making my own candles and beauty products. 

To'da Bellantone

Medical Secretary
Sian Reed

I am a registered psychologist who completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Master of Applied Psychology (Professional), graduating in 2017. I have worked across a range of clinical and educational settings in Perth, providing psychological assessment and therapy to both children and adults.

I have particular expertise in working with children and families, and experience as a school psychologist. I am skilled in psychological assessment, including cognitive and learning assessments, ADHD assessment, and autism trait screening, with a strong focus on understanding how a child’s profile impacts their day-to-day functioning at school and at home.

I value collaborative, multidisciplinary care and enjoys working closely with paediatricians, schools, and allied health professionals to ensure children and families receive coordinated, practical support tailored to their individual needs.

Sian Reed

Registered Psychologist
Nicholas Olver

When families are dealing with school refusal, escalating behaviour, NDIS confusion, or the challenges that follow a new diagnosis, Nicholas provides the structured, ongoing support that helps stabilise things and move life forward.

Nicholas brings over 12 years’ hands-on experience working with children, teenagers, and families across schools, hospitals, and community settings.

At Wild Child Paediatrics, Nicholas offers focused support packages including:

•Complex case coordination across health, school, and support services

•School coordination and reintegration pathways

•NDIS navigation and advocacy support

•Family sessions to improve communication and stability

•Youth mentoring and support programs

•Group therapy programs for parents and young people

Nicholas’ role is to hold complex cases over time — coordinating care, supporting families, and ensuring progress continues beyond the clinic room.

Nicholas Olver

Accredited Social Worker
Elayne Murray

I am a Nurse Practitioner with over 23 years of nursing experience, including nearly 14 years practising in Australia. My clinical focus is developmental paediatrics, where I deliver holistic, family-centred care across diverse healthcare settings.

My interest in this field developed while working in high-acuity environments, where I observed the long-term impact of early experiences and critical illness on child development. I have since undertaken dedicated training in developmental paediatrics alongside a Developmental Paediatrician, strengthening my ability to assess, support, and advocate for children with a wide range of developmental needs.

My experience spans neonatal and paediatric intensive care, plastics and reconstructive surgery, and paediatric emergency. These roles have shaped my advanced clinical assessment, critical thinking, procedural, wound care, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills. I continue to practise in paediatric emergency, ensuring my care remains responsive, evidence-based, and adaptable.

In addition to my hospital-based work, I practise as a Nurse Practitioner in general practice, with a particular interest in women’s health. This dual scope supports a comprehensive, family-centred approach that considers both the child and their broader context.

I am committed to early intervention and improving long-term outcomes for children, as well as advancing nursing practice, contributing to service development, and delivering compassionate, high-quality care grounded in clinical excellence.

Elayne Murray

Nurse Practitioner
Joanne Aamodt
Joanne is a fully qualified diagnostic speech pathologist with over 30 years of experience. She uses the ADOS-2 as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach, tailoring each evaluation to the child’s individual profile and liaising with schools and daycare settings as needed.
 
Joanne joins the Wild Child Paediatrics multidisciplinary team, working alongside Dr Sabrina Barrett and our allied health clinicians to support our collaborative, integrated model of care for children and families. She also generously contributes her expertise in a pro bono capacity, reflecting her commitment to improving access to high-quality paediatric care through the Early Autism Initiative.

Joanne Aamodt

Diagnostic Speech Pathologist
Lauren Perkins
I am currently a Biomedical Science (Neuroscience) student at the University of Western Australia (UWA), with vested interests in pathology, paediatrics and neurology.
 
I was drawn to Wild Child Paediatrics due to its underlying philosophy, holistic approach and emphasis on providing meaningful care, tailored to each individual child. I am passionate about fostering a warm and welcoming environment for our patients and their families.
 
I am excited about the future developments in store for Wild Child Paediatrics and consider it a great privilege to have the opportunity to be a part of the team.
 
During my spare time, I enjoy spending time at the beach, visiting with family and friends, and cuddling with my pet cat, Kit.

Lauren Perkins

Medical Secretary
Leanne Watson
I aim to treat every child, teen and family with the utmost care and respect.
 
I am a highly experienced Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with a passion for assisting people of all ages to live their best lives through accurate and thorough assessment and evidence-based psychological intervention. I am also a Board Approved Supervisor which is a wonderfully rewarding role helping early career Psychologists hone their knowledge and skills and become the best psychologist they can be.
 
My warm and enthusiastic manner will enable you and your child to relax and fully participate in the assessment and/or therapeutic process.
 
I undertake a variety of comprehensive assessments including ADHD, Autism and Specific Learning Disorders and truly value the importance of working within a multidisciplinary model that ensures ongoing care for your family.
 
I have special interests in:
 
ADHD Assessment and Management
Assessment and Management of Specific Learning Disorders
Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Anxiety and Depression Management
Adolescent Mental Health
Grief and Loss
Anger Management
Trauma
 
Outside of the clinic, you can find me enjoying our beautiful outdoors, chilling with pets (mine and friends’), making beautiful and peaceful home spaces and enjoying family and friends.

Leanne Watson

Clinical & Counselling Psychologist