Occupational Therapist I Advanced Lymphoedema Practitioner

Kathryn Phillips is an Occupational Therapist who has worked in the area of Soft Tissue Injury Management since 2013 and Hand Therapy since 2002. She treats people through all stages of life, including pregnancy, and professional musicians and sports people. Kathryn addresses the body holistically, and is passionate about empowering her clients through education.

Liz is New Zealand born, but raised as a proud Australian citizen. Liz studied Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at James Cook University. Liz then worked in rehabilitation, acute, community outreach and Paediatrics, before taking on complex case management. Liz enjoys finding creative solutions for people to make the most out of life! When Liz is away from the office she is raising her 5 children.

Specialist in acute, rehabilitation and community Occupational Therapy services. Trained in OT management for neurological, orthopaedic, geriatric, cardiovascular, oncology, musculoskeletal, paediatric patients. Certified with neurological upper limb training, wheelchair prescription, home visit and home modification, SWEP prescriber. OT Practice since 1999.

Senior mental health occupational therapist, experienced in support and treatment of eating disorders and emotional dysregulation. Tania also provides clinical supervision in psychological strategies for treatment of disordered eating, identity development and DBT approaches.

Emily is an experienced occupational therapist with a strong background in functional capacity assessments, complex home modifications, and assistive technology (AT) applications. She has worked across acute, sub-acute, and community settings, providing tailored occupational therapy solutions to improve independence and quality of life for her clients. Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA) – Emily has extensive experience conducting comprehensive assessments for clients requiring support through NDIS, aged care, and compensable schemes. Skilled in evaluating daily living skills, mobility needs, and cognitive function to determine appropriate interventions and funding recommendations. Emily has extensive experience in completing applications for NDIS, Home Care Packages and TAC. Complex Home Modifications – Expertise in assessing environmental barriers, designing home modifications, and working closely with builders and funding bodies to ensure safe and accessible living environments. Special focus on bathroom modifications, ramp access, and structural changes for individuals with mobility limitations. Assistive Technology & Equipment Prescription – Expertise in prescribing wheelchairs, pressure care seating, powered mobility devices, and adaptive equipment. Experienced in completing funding applications for AT provision. Aged Care & Neurological Rehabilitation – Extensive experience supporting older adults and individuals with neurological conditions such as stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis to improve function, safety, and independence at home and in the community.

With 13 years of experience across mental health, general pediatrics, aged care, and pain management, Lucy is a passionate and dedicated occupational therapist dedicated to helping people thrive at every stage of life. She takes a holistic, person-centered approach, working closely with families, caregivers, and support teams to create meaningful, sustainable outcomes. Lucy is a born and bred Cairns local and now enjoys the region with her family. She graduated from James Cook University Townsville in 2010 with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy with Honours. Lucy is an endorsed Mental Health OT through Better Access to Mental Health. Whether supporting an infant’s child’s development, empowering older adults to maintain independence, or guiding individuals through the complexities of chronic pain and sleep difficulties, Lucy values connection, collaboration, and practical strategies that enhance daily life. She believes in the power of small, achievable steps to create lasting change and is committed to helping her clients build confidence, resilience, and wellbeing. Lucy loves being part of the TLC team which she says is so full of energy and passion towards improving lives and demonstrates their beliefs daily through thoughtful and evidence-based care and support. Lucy enjoys spending her free time outdoors with her family exploring our beautiful region or dabbling in a variety of crafts.

Founder of Reach Life. Mental health occupational therapist graduated in 1997 with postgraduate endorsements in focused psychological strategies enabling rebates via Better Access to mental health care via Medicare. Frameworks include EMDR, Schema Therapy, DBT, CBT, ACT and Somatic Psychotherapy. I have a special interest in PTSD, perinatal and postnatal mental health, complex childhood trauma, grief and loss. I work with clients across the lifespan.

Louisa holds a Bachelor Degree in Occupational Therapy and has over 10 years’ experience working with adults with various mental health conditions, in a variety of settings from inpatient to community, as well as rehabilitation. Louisa is passionate about empowering adults to lead their own recovery journey in line with their goals, promoting independence and community participation. She brings to the team knowledge, skills and passion to achieve service delivery outcomes. She is an Endorsed Mental Health Occupational Therapist, and available under the Better Access to Mental Health Medicare items Louisa can provide assessment and intervention services in the following areas: Sensory Modulation Independent Living Skills Goal Setting Routine development ADHD and ASD Louisa is currently able to receive referrals for private clients and under Medicare for GP Mental Health Care Plans, Chronic Disease Management, and other OT Medicare items. Louisa can also see people under NDIS (Self, Plan and Agency Managed) As at 1/7/2023: Rebate for Medicare Mental Health Care Plan – Occupational Therapy $81.90 Rebate for Medicare Team Care Arrangement for Chronic Disease Management $58.00 FEE Schedule $240 per hour (after hours rate) for fully Private, Medicare or Private Health Fund (2 business days full fee cancellation policy) Both Face To Face & Telehealth Available

Karenza is a mental health occupational therapist in Perth, W.A. that has a passion for providing neuro-affirming, trauma-informed support and assessment for autistic people and families.

Mental Health Clinician and Occupational Therapist specialising in mental health and chronic pain and other conditions

Holistic support for babies and caregivers. - feeding - sleep - crying & fussing - maternal mental health

Southern Right Therapy provides Occupational Therapy services in a range of settings: - Mobile - Telehealth - At our clinic space in Allansford We accept OT referrals for children and young adults (up to age 20). Melanie is passionate about being able to help individuals and families. She has a unique insight and understanding into family life for people with disabilities, having grown up with a sibling with special needs. This also inspired her to study Occupational Therapy – graduating in 2011, with distinction. Melanie has gained a variety of experience, with a background working in the following fields of practice: - Early Childhood Intervention Services, - Rural and Metropolitan hospital settings, - Community Health and Disability Services, - Schools, and - Private Paediatric Practice.

Tess is a occupational therapist with a special focus in women's health. In particular, she provides support to mothers navigating the early years (0-8). She offers antenatal & postnatal support, mental health services via the Better Access to Mental Health scheme, functional capacity assessment reports for eligible NDIS participants and facilitates Circle of Security Parenting programs online.

Mental Health Occupational Therapist and Psychosexual Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Occupational therapist with over 25 years experience; supporting healthy aging for older adults and people with disabilities being the best you can be at any age.

Emma (she/her) is the founder of Each Mind Matters Counselling Pty Ltd. Emma is an accredited Mental Health Occupational Therapist, EMDR Therapist and clinical supervisor. She brings over a decade of experience across various mental health domains including; psychosocial, youth, acute, forensic, hospital and community clinics. Emma is a LGBTQIA+ ally as well as welcoming First Nations, CALD and neurodiverse individuals. Having grown up in a small farming town Emma is passionate about down to earth and genuine connections when working on healing. Emma also believes that breaking the cycle of trauma and getting support is one of the most courageous things you can do. Emma has experience in supporting diagnosis such as psychosis, anxiety, depression, trauma, separation and grief and loss. Emma also has a special interest area of working with neurodiverse individuals experiencing endometriosis and/or PMDD. Emma's therapeutic approach is accepting, warm, motivating and compassionate. She utilises various therapeutic modalities including; EMDR, CBT, motivational interviewing, sensory modulation and narrative therapy. When not in the office you can find Emma listening to podcasts, attending music festivals and going on nature walks with her rescue greyhound Lily.

Mental Health Occupational Therapist who is passionate about empowering people who want to improve their emotional and mental wellbeing, and live a full and satisfying life.

*** Travis is unable to take on any new patients at the moment. Please contact the clinic if you want to make an initial appointment *** Travis Jenkins is an Occupational Therapist who has worked in the area of Soft Tissue Rehabilitation since 2002. He has completed over 10 000 treatment sessions and is extremely passionate about helping people manage their pain, improve their performance and most importantly move better.

Senior Mental Health Accredited Occupational Therapist & Founder They/Them/Us Adult Mental Health & Wellbeing LGBTQIA+, ND & TGD Affirming Practice: Allies Welcome! Mon & Wed 9.30-5.00pm Onsite at Northside Clinic or Telehealth Appointments available Fridays- 9.30-5.00pm: Telehealth Only Currently accepting Medicare Referrals. MHCP, ED & CDP GP/Psychiatrist Referral required prior to Session in order to retrieve Medicare Rebate Private Health- Please view your Policy to see whether you are covered Private Fee also available They/Them/Us is a culturally sensitive & inclusive service for adults of all abilities, Cultural backgrounds, Diagnoses, Gender Expressions, Race, Sexualities and Spiritualities. They/Them/Us is a non-judgmental practice which celebrates diversity and individual expression. Abby (They/them) identifies as gender diverse and are part of the LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent Communities. They have personally and professionally experienced and observed discrimination, intimidation, misgendering and pathologisation associated with Mental Health distress. Therefore, they aim to provide a safe affirming space for individuals to work towards recovery in a non-judgemental way which celebrates diversity and uniqueness. Abby offers LGBTQIA+, ND, TGD affirming care and uses a client centered, culturally sensitive and inclusive, holistic & trauma informed lens to deliver Psychological and Positive Behaviour Therapies and Sensory & Interoception interventions to enhance your sense of emotional, physical and psychological safety. Enhances your sense of body, self and time and improves your Window of Tolerance and accessing your Executive Cognitive Functioning, Which in turn assists with emotional regulation, impulse control, improve social engagement and occupational performance to complete purposeful and meaningful activities. Abby also delivers - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) (Auditory Hallucinations/ Voice Hearers, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, TGD Affirming for individuals who experience anxiety, Chronic pain, intrusive thoughts, OCD and for behaviour change and activation e.g. Eating, Substance Use, Exercise.) Professional Experience- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) & Neurodivergent Friendly DBT Somatic Interventions- Trauma Sensitive Yoga Clinical Practice, Body Scans, Breathing Techniques and Progressive Muscle Relaxation to support interoception or our 8th sense- Awareness of self, body and time and connecting emotions which our physical sensations and bodily movement. This can assist with Alexithymia, releasing and working through deeply entrenched traumatic memories and emotions and increasing Mental and Physical Health and engaging with others and our environment in meaningful ways

Sarah is a registered Occupational Therapist (2011) Sarah is an endorsed Mental Health Occupational Therapist. Sarah Is Available Telehealth only: Wednesdays from 10am to 2:00pm, and Face to Face Glenelg: Thursdays from 10:00am to 2:00pm. With over a decade of experience Sarah holds a Bachelors Degree in Occupational Therapy and has immense experience as a paediatric occupational therapist. She is passionate about working with children and their families with an aim of making a positive impact on their lives. She brings to the team a wealth of knowledge, skills and creativity which will ensure continued effective service delivery. Sarah currently has some limited openings in her diary for immediate appointments. Sarah can provide assessment and intervention services in the following areas: Sensory processing and integration Self-care Toileting and Sleep Handwriting therapy Fine and gross motor skills Mealtimes Planning skills Trans-disciplinary services General family development. Behavior and Mental Health Depression Anxiety Sarah is able to receive referrals for clients with NDIS Funding, GP Mental Health Care Plan and focused Psychological Strategies, private health funds and a number of MBS items including mental health care plans.

Sarah Ashton OT is a Mental Health Occupational Therapist supporting mothers with: Mental Health; Transitioning to parenthood; Overwhelm and dysregulation; Lack of control & stability; Navigating neurodiversity in motherhood; Changed identity, roles and relationships; Grief, loss and trauma; Parenting / Attachment Coaching; Self-efficacy & Self-Esteem; Matrescence coaching.

Accredited OT Driver Assessor

Maggie is a senior psychotherapist trained in the Masterson Approach to Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and is a teaching member of faculty of the International Masterson Institute (based in New York). She has over 40 years clinical experience. The nature of her practice is medium to longterm depth psychotherapy, with a particular focus on working with personality structures to facilitate the development of a solid sense of self. Background qualifications include mental health occupational therapy and gestalt therapy. Medicare and private health rebates apply. Maggie is an experienced trainer having held part-time roles in university and private training sectors teaching counsellors, psychotherapists and supervisors. She provides clinical supervision, as well as supervisor training, and offers study groups for psychotherapists interested in expanding their capacity to work with self disorders. She also conducts seminars for counselling agencies on working with disorders of self.

Janelle connects women to their body and feminine wisdom so they can navigate mothering transitions with self-love, confidence and vitality. This is integrated pelvic health, emotional wellbeing and menstrual cycle support that truely honours the mother rite of passage and the stories that are held in our body. Support is available from pre-conception and pregnancy through to birth and post-partum. Janelle uses her skills as an occupational therapist, combined with traditional hands on body wisdom, to provide holistic and customised guidance throughout your mothering journey.

Jane in a perinatal occuptional therapist supporting women to adjust to the demands of motherhood. By exploring the changes that you experience in your motherhood journey, Jane will support you in living a satisfied and fulfilling life. Together, you will understand what is getting in the way of you doing the things you want and need to do and find solutions to promote your performance and participation, and your overall well-being and mental health. She is accreddited under the Medicare Better Access to Mental Health Care scheme, providing subsidised mental health support.

Experience in treating a wide range of lymphoedema conditions

Honours degree in Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapist working in Paediatrics - specifically children with Trauma or ASD

Hi, I’m Georgina. I grew up on the beautiful Bribie Island and have always had a strong passion for helping others live meaningful and fulfilling lives. This passion led me to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I graduated from the Australian Catholic University (Brisbane) in 2019 and have since had the privilege of working with individuals across the lifespan. My experience includes supporting people with a wide range of conditions and disabilities to achieve their goals and enhance their independence. I am committed to continuous learning and professional development, always striving to grow as a therapist. My approach is person-centred, and I take pride in working collaboratively with clients to empower them to live their best lives. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling and exploring new places, spending quality time with family and friends, and keeping up with my energetic puppy, Freya.

I am a Paediatric Occupational Therapist passionate about children's well-being and optimal development. My focus is on parent coaching and mentoring therapists. CoordiKids offers online exercise courses for children to empower minds, strengthen bodies, and inspire movement—available online, anywhere, at any time. The developmentally sequenced courses enhance skills and competence towards optimal functioning.

As an occupational therapist, Better Access to Mental Health Provider, coach, educator and organisational change consultant, Jodie has spent the last 25 years empowering individuals, couples, families, schools and organisations to become the change they seek. Renewal from the inside out results in better life choices that reflect hope, resilience and doing well by doing good.