Marie - Occupational Therapy

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Marie is an experienced Occupational Therapist with extensive expertise supporting both younger and older adults across a broad range of clinical settings. She is committed to delivering holistic, person centered care that adapts to the evolving needs of individuals throughout the different stages of life. Her diverse qualifications and ongoing professional development reflect a commitment to providing responsive support as individuals’ functional, physical and psychosocial needs change over time.

Marie has a particular interest in supporting individuals living with complex trauma, neurorehabilitation needs, neurodivergence, and members of LGBTQIA+ communities. Her clinical approach is grounded in trauma informed principles, ensuring care is collaborative, respectful and tailored to each person’s lived experience.

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She holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from the University of Sydney and a Master’s degree in Journalism (Report Writing) from the University of Technology Sydney, strengthening her advanced professional reporting and communication skills.

Marie has undertaken specialised training and holds certifications in Occupational Therapy Driving Assessment, M.A.T. Evaluation Level 1 (Assistive Technology assessments including wheelchairs, mobility scooters and ergonomic seating), and Home Modifications Categories A, B and Complex Modifications. She also undertakes ongoing continuing professional development in areas including dementia care, complex trauma and emerging evidence-based occupational therapy practices to ensure her clinical approach remains current and responsive.

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She is highly skilled in professional report writing for both government and non-government organisations, producing detailed and evidence based documentation including but not limited to Functional Capacity Assessments, Assistive Technology reports, tribunal responses, supporting letters, and monthly and annual progress reports.

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Her therapeutic approach centers on working collaboratively with individuals and care givers (formal and informal) to establish meaningful, realistic goals that support participation, independence and quality of life. Marie supports a varied caseload involving complex and ongoing care needs, including individuals living with complex trauma, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, neurological conditions and congenital disabilities, often with multiple co-occurring presentations.

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LOCATION

Marie provides services from her consulting rooms in Charlestown Newcastle, where she sees individuals by appointment, and also offers community based and telehealth consultations. Her experience spans a wide range of environments, including hospital (inpatient rehabilitation), clinic, community and custodial settings, supporting individuals in their homes, healthcare facilities and correctional environments.

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Jasmine - Social work

 

Jasmine is an experienced social work professional with extensive experience supporting children, young people, adults, and families experiencing violence, homelessness, abuse, and neglect. She has particular expertise working with LGBTQIA+ communities and neurodivergent individuals, with a practice approach grounded in anti-oppressive and neuro-affirming principles.

 

Jasmine holds a Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) from UNSW and has completed specialised training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention through Cornell University, Life Skills Profile-16 (LSP), and Bringing Up Great Kids through the Australian Childhood Foundation.

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She is highly skilled in professional report writing for both government and non-government agencies, including risk assessments, safety planning, case planning, court documentation, support letters, and monthly and annual reporting.

Jasmine has also held leadership roles managing teams of up to 30 staff overseeing emergency out-of-home care placements for children and young people presenting with complex, pain-based behaviours, including physical violence, self-injury, and harmful sexualised behaviours. She is experienced in coordinating psychosocial supports for individuals and families requiring additional therapeutic and practical support.

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LOCATION

Jasmine is available for in person appointments in Sydney and for telehealth Australia-wide.