About

For 22 years, Links to Learning has continuously offered drug-free, non-invasive methods of improving brain processing via our suite of science-based programs and therapy. We provide support to families throughout Australia in an empathetic and respectful manner.

“Links to Learning have successfully helped thousands of individuals improve their listening, learning and communication skills enabling them to lead their best life.”

Meet the Team

Tracey Butler

Director, Practitioner, Trainer & International Speaker

Learn more about  our Director Tracey Butler and read her recently published Research - the largest study of its kind ever to be completed in the world.

For over 20 years, Links To Learning have had an international alliance with Advanced Brain Technologies (ABT) and ABT are continuing to develop innovative products which are a result of over 30 years of clinical research by experts in the field. ABT have the latest neuroscience and music research available.

  • For over 20 years, Links To Learning have had an international alliance with Advanced Brain Technologies (ABT) and ABT are continuing to develop innovative products which are a result of over 30 years of clinical research by experts in the field. ABT have the latest neuroscience and music research available.

    Through the gift of her own son’s diagnosis of an Auditory Processing Disorder 20 years ago, Tracey was projected on a path passionately driven to find a solution to overcome this often-hidden disability and the significant challenges it brings to the table. Tracey is today incredibly proud of her son Ben, who in his final year of schooling authored the book “I Can Hear You…but I Don’t Know What You’re Saying. Ben is now a qualified A Class Electrician.

    The success of the program with her son led to pioneering this technology in Australia and through her Links to Learning company she has since transformed the lives of thousands of children. More far reaching is the accomplishment of her vision to integrate these programs into the school system. With now more than 100 schools in Australia and New Zealand trained to provide access to students in need.

    Tracey is the Australasian representative of Advanced Brain Technologies. Her outstanding reputation in the industry is evidenced by a wealth of in-depth knowledge derived from working with families for over a decade and delivering world class professional training across a range of sectors.

    Tracey is an international speaker, trainer and practitioner. She has presented her expertise at conferences, seminars and workshops around the world including USA, UK, Australia and New Zealand.

    Tracey has been involved with clinical work, assessments, and treatments for people with Auditory Processing Difficulties since early 2000. She is a published author. “Changes in Auditory Processing after completing The Listening Program Training” published in 2020 in the International Journal Of Listening https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10904018.2020.1772071

    Tracey continues to work one on one with families throughout Australia with her practice Links To Learning. Tracey believes it is the children and their outcomes who can teach us most. The gift of their transformation feeds her hunger to continue to learn more. Her training and support of over 500 Practitioners throughout Australia and New Zealand has certainly contributed to an increased awareness of neuroplasticity.

    Her vision is that children may have the opportunity for earlier intervention leading to stronger learning outcomes, easier social interactions, more positive behaviours and ultimately happier families.

    These kids are the future of our world……and the centre of every parent’s universe.

Hayden Butler

Client Support

Hayden is one of Tracey’s sons and is continuing the legacy of her work that started 23 years ago.

Hayden is a qualified support person and Certified TLP Provider. Hayden is in a unique position as he has witnessed the benefits that Links to Learning has bestowed on so many others along with utilizing throughout his life all the Programs that we offer. Tracey is thrilled that her son aspires to continue her work and build upon the foundations and reputation she has so carefully and lovingly cultivated.

  • Hayden brings both personal and professional expertise. Hayden is experienced with Fast ForWord, The Listening Program, and Neurofeedback. Hayden also has a rich history of community service from a young age. At age, seven, he started attending an aged care facility weekly where he read to residents who had no family. From 14-17 he regularly went to Nursery Road Special State School with a group of students, to help teach employable skills and assist staff where necessary. At 16 he travelled to India where he taught English to a class of 25 students whilst staying in a local monastery, and at 17 he travelled to Cambodia and supported families affected by HIV.

    Hayden completed study and is working within the disability sector. He is a highly empathetic individual who believes a nurturing approach is the best way to provide support to those that need it.

    Tracey is delighted to support and mentor him as he takes her work into its third decade for the benefit of so many.

Adele Suda

Senior Occupational Therapist

 Adele Suda is a Senior Occupational Therapist, Counsellor, Lecturer and Allied Health Consultant with over 28 years’ experience working with children and families with disabilities

  • dele Suda is a Senior Occupational Therapist, Counsellor, Lecturer and Allied Health Consultant with over 28 years’ experience working with children and families with disabilities.

    (B.P.S.. OT; Grad Cert in Academic Practice; Grad Cert. Counselling; Dip Counselling; TLP practitioner).

    Adele’s long-standing career has focused on supporting children and families with disabilities including: neurological/cognitive impairments such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Cerebral Palsy, Downs Syndrome, Rare Genetic disorders, ADD/ADHD, Learning Disabilities and Sensory Processing Disorder.

    Adele is highly experienced in developing and implementing person/family centered, evidence-based interventions and practices, including a vast knowledge of the NDIS and applying for funding and resources for AT applications. Adele is also a clinical supervisor and has supervised many Occupational Therapy students and junior Occupational Therapists at all levels of learning.

    Having practiced as an Occupational Therapist for the past 28 years, Adele is very passionate and committed to supporting and empowering children and families to live their best life. She holds a contemporary and positive attitude towards disability, and is well informed of evidence based professional practices.

    Adele holds current registration with AHPRA and the Australian Counsellors Association.

    Adele works with children and families with:

    Autism Spectrum Disorder

    Developmental Delay

    Learning Disability

    ADHD/ADD

    Challenging behaviours/emotional regulation

    Sensory Processing Disorder

    Executive Functioning for everyday tasks

    Motor co-ordination and postural stability – Move To Learn

    School readiness assessments

    Adele is a certified practitioner of The Listening Program. The Listening Program® is a neuroscience-based music listening therapy for achieving optimum brain health and functioning. It improves learning outcomes, auditory processing, sensory processing, self-regulation, attention and concentration.

Anna MacDermott

Occupational Therapist

Anna MacDermott is an Occupational Therapist, who has been working with children and teens as an OT for five years with a passion to help them kick goals and be their best possible selves. Over the past years, Anna has witnessed The Listening Program success for many shared clients and went on to complete her training to become a qualified  TLP provider in 2021. Anna is here to help coach little humans and their families through their listening journey. She looks forward to meeting you!

Barbara Thredgold

Valuable Team Member

Barbara is our super spritely 83 year old team member and Tracey’s very special mum. Barbara is a valuable asset with over 40 years experience in running an office. Barbara is the lovely lady who prepares all our equipment and ensures it gets to the Post Office and successfully arrives at your front door.