
Meet the Team
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Occupational Therapist
Nyajima has experience working within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and has worked with both children and adults. She has supported individuals with a wide range of diagnoses, including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and intellectual disabilities, as well as adults facing complex mental health challenges.
Nyajima completed her Occupational Therapy training at Edith Cowan University. She is a dedicated Occupational Therapist, passionate about providing client-centred care and empowering her clients to live as independently as possible.
Nyajima has developed a special interest in mental health occupational therapy, chronic pain management, and assistive technology assessments.
Capacity: Nyajima has capacity in April for North of the River.
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Occupational Therapist
Claire has a passion for learning more about the quirks of the human brain, including understanding the experiences of neurodiverse folks. She practices from a neuro-affirming and trauma-informed lens, which she is constantly working to develop. She aims to be flexible and adapt her approach to the individuals she works with wherever possible.
Claire enjoys advocating for her participants when required and supporting them to dream big with their goals. She has experience providing skill-building and documentation to participants with a range of neurodiverse presentations, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
When she's not working, you can usually find Claire drawing, figure skating, video gaming, spending time with her dog Gypsy, or immersed in a table-top roleplaying game with friends.
Capacity: Claire has capacity in April South of the River
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Occupational Therapist & Co-Founder
Seb has worked in disability since 2007, when he graduated as an occupational therapist. He also holds a degree in Behavioural Science, and has taught Occupational Therapy in the area of disability to students at ECU.
Seb is comfortable working directly across a dining table with an adult as well as on the floor with young kids and their parents. He works with people of all ages. Seb enjoys meeting diverse people, understanding their motivations, and working with their support teams to find effective solutions.
Capacity: Seb is currently at capacity.
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Co-Director & Client Experience
Rhys takes his background in support work, and support coordination and ministry and applies his person-centred entered approach to client engagement and experience.
When you come on board with us for Occupational Therapy, Rhys will most likely be the first person you hear from. He’ll find out about your goals and availability and assist in booking in your first meeting with your OT.
Despite his busy professional life, Rhys remains grounded in his family values and cherishes quality time with his young family.