The SleepTalk Method®
About Us
In 2023, Carla acquired The Sleeptalk Process® a well known Australian brand in need of modernising and updating to match the early years and parenting research we are aware of today. Carla set about to to champion a gentle parenting approach that supports all children and families. As a mother of four Third Culture Kids (TCKs), Carla brings a deep awareness of intercultural and generational family belief systems, understanding their impact on parenting styles and children's well-being.
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Her passion for modern, progressive parenting and dedication to providing personalised and authentic support has led Carla to collaborate with two outstanding professionals, Sonya Moriarty and Dr. Colette McHugh. Together, they deliver up-to-date and professional resources, empowering parents with the tools to raise a confident future generation. In 2024 the trio registered The Sleeptalk Method® and have co authored a book for release February 2025.
What sets The Sleeptalk Method® apart is our unwavering dedication to authenticity and professionalism. We are committed to providing progressive, educated parents with genuine and effective guidance, ensuring they can skilfully navigate parenthood.
We firmly believe that The SleepTalk Method® and The SleepTalk Process® is unmatched, offering breakthrough support for modern families with our parent brand SleepTalk for Children®
Carla Pahl is the owner and operator of Just Juniors Ltd in Hong Kong, and has dedicated over 30 years to supporting children and families. Originally from Australia, she brings a wealth of expertise as a registered paediatric nurse, midwife, and neonatal nurse. In addition to her medical qualifications, Carla is also an Australian-trained clinical hypnotherapist.
In her quest to make a global impact, Carla joined forces with two exceptionally dedicated professionals, Sonya and Colette. With a shared passion and professional dedication, the trio have embarked on an ambitious project to refresh and modernise parenting to be relevant yet rooted in historical advancements. We want The SleepTalk Method to suit all families, and serve as a comprehensive resource for nurturing the next generation with insight and understanding.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Dr. Colette McHugh is Co-Director of Life Therapy in New Zealand, where she has worked extensively with children and families to support emotional well-being and strengthen family relationships. As a Senior Clinical Psychologist and trained Clinical Hypnotherapist, she brings over 15 years of experience working across both public and private sectors. Her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Massey University underpins her evidence-based approach to family therapy. Through her clinical practice, Dr. McHugh observed recurring patterns in the challenges facing modern families. This observation led to a collaborative partnership with Sonya and Carla, as they recognised similar themes emerging in their respective practices. Together, they combined their unique expertise to develop innovative approaches for building emotional resilience in children and creating calmer family environments. As a mother of three and grandmother of one, Dr. McHugh brings both professional insight and personal understanding to her work, allowing her to connect deeply with the real-world challenges families face. Her commitment to promoting positive mental health has driven her to continuously explore and develop effective strategies that resonate with today's parents and children.
Sonya Moriarty has a Masters of OT Occupational Therapy and a diploma of Health Science from Sydney University, a graduate diploma in Health Management from UTS, and is an Australian trained Clinical Hypnotherapist. Sonya is also a registered nurse completing her training at the Adelaide Children's Hospital, Australia.
She has drawn on all this experience and knowledge to establish Kids On Top - Occupational Therapy for Children in Sydney, Australia. Sonya and her team work with children experiencing difficulty across many areas of their development and The SleepTalk Process® fits in well with their whole child approach to support.