I am an experienced Clinical Director with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital & the allied health care industry for more than 35 years. I have become skilled in the treatment of young children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Early Intervention, Pediatrics, and Mental Health through continuous further studies and implementation in therapy. I am a professional clinician with Fellows certification focused in the DIR: Floortime model through Profectum academy. (www.profectum.org)

Co-author of the book “Occupational Therapy in Psychiatry and Mental Health“ edition 5 and 6, responsible for the chapter entitled “Early Intervention for children at-risk for Mental Health Disorders”.

Leigh is an experienced OT and Family Therapist who has been committed to providing neuro-developmentally informed and affirming therapy services to her clients for over 20 years. She is passionate about providing family-centred therapy that optimises the adolescent and/or adult's authentic self across all environments. Therapy sessions are relationship based because she believes that trust creates a safe place to explore issues of concern and she is confident that it is from this safe place that the best growth and healing can take place.

Leigh's interests include working alongside neurodivergent adolescents and adults, particularly those with a late diagnosis.

She also favours a collaborative approach with a family centred framework when she is working alongside parents to support their children. Leigh assists parent's to see the world through the lens and the heart of their child or children.

In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband and her two children as well as her friends. She loves sport, spending time in nature and going to the beach.

Telehealth is also provided as an option for therapy sessions.

Andrea is a dedicated Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience as a clinician, and a lecturer. Specialising in Mental Health and Sensory Integration, she collaborates seamlessly across diverse age groups, including children, teenagers, adults, and older adults, fostering therapeutic connections with clients and their support networks. Andrea's passion for her profession is evident in her commitment to the therapeutic relationship, using it as a gateway to discover possibilities and facilitate her clients' growth. She uses a strengths-based, playful approach to make a positive and enduring impact on the lives of children with neurodevelopmental conditions, including those on the autism spectrum and those with emotional regulation and attentional difficulties she serves.

Beyond her clinical role, Andrea treasures quality moments with her family and delights in picnics amidst lush parks. Finding solace at the beach, she embraces outdoor activities as integral to maintaining her well-being. An enthusiastic cyclist and runner, Andrea actively explores the outdoors. Her source of contentment lies in simple joys such as family bonding, nature retreats, and the fulfilment derived from outdoor pursuits.