Erin Godecke is a Speech-Language Pathologist based in Joondalup, WA. You can find the practice at 270 Joondalup Dr, Joondalup, WA 6027.
Speech and language can change for lots of different reasons. Erin works with people who are dealing with communication and swallowing challenges, and also with families who are trying to understand what’s going on and what helps day to day. In many cases, the goal is simple: make things easier to say, easier to understand, and safer to manage at mealtimes.
A big part of the work includes stroke rehab. After a stroke, speech can sound slurred or hard to control. At times, people also need support with clarity, pacing, and getting messages across in real life situations. Erin focuses on practical strategies that can fit into everyday routines, not just therapy sessions.
Erin also supports people with dysarthria. This is a condition where the muscles used for speech can be weak or not working in the usual way. Therapy often looks at breathing, voice, and how to make speech more clear. Sometimes that means working on sound accuracy. Other times it’s more about keeping speech steady and less effortful, so talking feels more manageable.
Another condition Erin helps with is Inclusion Body Myositis. This can affect muscle strength over time, including muscles used for speaking and swallowing. Erin works with patients to look at comfort and safety, and to find ways to reduce strain during communication and eating.
Pica is also part of the support offered. Pica means eating or chewing non-food items. It can happen for different reasons, and it’s important to get it properly assessed and managed. Erin helps guide next steps around safe habits and clearer understanding of triggers, routines, and what might be driving the behaviour.
Overall, Erin’s work is about steady, hands-on support for people with real, everyday needs. Each plan is worked out with care, with attention to what’s going on now, what matters most to the person and their support team, and what can make the biggest difference in daily life.
