Our occupational therapy team celebrates neurodiversity and provides personalised therapeutic support to individuals of all ages. We empower and transform lives through activities that are meaningful to each person.
At Meaningful Activities Occupational Therapy Services, we embrace a neurodiversity-affirming approach as we promote health and well-being through occupation, which encompasses meaningful activities that enrich our lives.
Alex completed his Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Occupational Therapy at Flinders University in 2017 and has consulted in different areas of the health and disability sectors since then. He has worked with children, young adults, and mature adults to explore what activities are meaningful to them. He used his occupational therapy lens to help them build the capacity to engage in these activities.
Alex is passionate about working with individuals who are neurodivergent, as well as those with brain injuries, stroke and psychosocial disabilities, and other neurological conditions. He can provide comprehensive OT assessments, provide ongoing therapy for capacity building, prescribe assistive technology, and carry out some home modifications. Alex is enthusiastic about working collaboratively with his clients, their caregivers, and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure that holistic care is upheld.
When Alex is not working, he enjoys being active, moving for regulation, spending time with family, reading manga or watching anime, and playing Magic: The Gathering.
Shae is an outstanding professional who is passionate about assisting children, young adults, and adults with various disabilities. She achieved her Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance at TafeSA in 2022 and has accumulated a decade of experience in early years education. Shae’s vast array of skills enables her to encourage her clients to discover their interests and strengths and assist them in activities they find fulfilling.
Shae’s prowess stems from her creativity, compassionate nature, and bubbly personality. She has an energetic character, is adept at tuning in to her clients’ needs, and can provide calm and focused attention. This makes her a delightful and versatile professional to interact with. Shae cherishes spending moments with her young family during her leisure time, further exemplifying her dynamic spirit. With Shae, one can expect a vibrant, engaging, and empathetic interaction that leaves a long-lasting, positive impression.
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Katrina is a dedicated occupational therapist with a special interest in early childhood intervention and psychosocial disabilities. She is committed to working with her clients in achieving their goals and enabling meaningful occupational participation through a client-centered and strengths-based approach. She believes in collaborating closely with families and other professionals to ensure comprehensive and individualised care.
Graduating with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Occupational Therapy from Flinders University in 2022, Katrina began her professional journey as a community-based occupational therapist, working within the NDIS, My Aged Care, and Private Health sector. Katrina has experience in working with neurodivergent individuals and those facing psychosocial challenges. She also has experience with prescribing assistive technology, implementing minor home modification, working with older adults with chronic conditions, and addressing mental health needs in children and adolescents. She is proficient in conducting Functional Capacity Assessments and various OT assessments, allowing her to deliver tailored interventions that improve daily living.
Outside of her professional work, Katrina channels her creativity through various arts and crafts, including embroidery, crocheting, and drawing. She finds these activities both relaxing and expressive. Additionally, Katrina enjoys staying active through physical pursuits like salsa dancing and hiking. She also treasures spending quality time with family and friends, often sharing her crafting passion and love for physical activity with them.
Carol is an experienced and passionate occupational therapist who embraces a neuro-affirming, client-centred approach to care. She is dedicated to empowering clients through creative problem-solving strategies that help them engage in meaningful activities to enhance their quality of life. With a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and respect for diverse backgrounds, Carol works collaboratively with clients and their families to achieve goals in ways that honour their unique needs and strengths.
Practicing since 2011, Carol brings extensive experience from her work across clinical, academic, and community-based settings. Her professional background includes supporting individuals with acquired brain injuries as well as those with complex neurological conditions and autism across the lifespan, from early childhood to older adults. She has previously served as a professor of occupational therapy, training students while maintaining active community-based practice. Carol's teaching background has enhanced her ability to effectively share knowledge and skills, which she considers a key component in fostering independence and confidence in daily life. She has extensive skills in comprehensive assessments and developing personalised interventions that promote functional independence and meaningful engagement.
When not working with clients, Carol enjoys exploring the outdoors with her family, discovering parks and enjoying Adelaide's beautiful beaches and scenery. She has a deep appreciation for Asian cuisine and loves cooking and experimenting with new recipes. A music enthusiast, Carol particularly enjoys musicals and takes every opportunity to sing. These diverse interests contribute to her holistic understanding of what makes activities meaningful in people's lives and inform her approach to occupational therapy.
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Amber graduated from her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at the University of South Australia in March 2025. During her studies and work opportunities, she gained experience across a wide range of settings including hospitals, schools, aged care, and private practice, supporting clients across the lifespan with a focus on children and teenagers.
Amber has experience working with young people with autism, ADHD, global developmental delays, and trauma histories. She has helped clients work toward goals in daily living, sensory regulation, fine and gross motor skills, and executive functioning. She is passionate about supporting clients who have experienced trauma, as well as those who are neurodivergent or living with psychosocial disabilities.
With a strong emphasis on client and familycentred practice, Amber values building strong therapeutic relationships and creating safe spaces where clients feel comfortable and engaged. She draws on trauma-informed approaches and prioritises collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure therapy is meaningful and empowering.
Outside of work, Amber enjoys reading and has collected more than 500 physical books. She's a coffee enthusiast who keeps active at the gym or walking her dog. She has a love for highland cows, sharks, and all things horror—despite having a Pennywise tattoo, she ironically dislikes clowns.
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Emma is a neuro-affirming occupational therapist who brings empathy and curiosity to every client relationship. She approaches her work with a genuine desire to understand and celebrate each person’s unique way of experiencing and interacting with the world. Emma works collaboratively alongside clients and their families, supporting meaningful participation in the activities that matter most to them.
Emma completed her Master of Occupational Therapy at Flinders University and began practising in 2026. Following her placement with our team, Emma continued working with us as an Allied Health Assistant, further strengthening her practical skills and commitment to neurodiversity-affirming practice. Her placements spanned school-based practice, community mental health, and allied health settings, where she supported neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults, as well as individuals with global developmental delay, intellectual disability, and psychosocial conditions. A pivotal experience during her training was her placement at Meaningful Activities, where she was immersed in neurodiversity-affirming community practice, an experience that shaped her professional values and clinical direction.
Emma has a particular interest in supporting emotional and sensory regulation, executive functioning, and the development of daily living skills, especially within psychosocial and neurological contexts.
Outside of work, Emma competes at Premier League level for South Adelaide Netball Club, a passion she has held since the age of seven. She loves discovering new cafes and restaurants, thrift shopping, reading, attending live music, hiking, and travelling. Recently, she has taken up baking sourdough, which has become a favourite weekend experiment. Emma's wide range of interests gives her a rich understanding of what meaningful occupation looks like across all walks of life.
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Cara is a collaborative and creative occupational therapist who is committed to delivering client-led, holistic care. She believes that clients and their families are the experts in their own lives, and she places this belief at the centre of her practice. Warm, approachable, and genuinely curious, Cara works alongside each individual to ensure they feel heard, understood, and empowered to engage in the activities that bring meaning and joy to their everyday lives.
Cara completed her Master of Occupational Therapy at Flinders University and began practising in 2026. During her training, she completed placements across childcare, rural community mental health, and acute hospital settings, supporting children aged 2–10 years, young adults, and older adults. Prior to commencing as an occupational therapist, Cara worked as an Allied Health Assistant with our team for almost two years, gaining hands-on experience supporting therapy sessions and developing a strong understanding of client-centred practice in action.
While she values her broad experience, Cara is particularly drawn to working with younger children, where her playful and imaginative approach naturally thrives. She is passionate about building strong foundations early in life, supporting children to develop the skills they need to grow into independent, confident, and resilient adults. Cara is also eager to further develop her expertise in supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults.
Outside of work, Cara enjoys staying active through gym sessions, hiking, and long walks along the beach with friends. She has a passion for nutrition and loves experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, and she is never far from a good coffee or matcha. Born in South Africa and raised across New Zealand and Australia, Cara brings a rich and diverse perspective to her work, which continues to shape her inclusive and thoughtful approach to occupational therapy.
Apply for any open positions below by emailing your resume and cover letter to admin@meaningfulactivities.com.au. If there are no open positions advertised, book a time to meet with our Director and catch up for a coffee to find out more about potential opportunities at Meaningful Activities.
Learn more about our team's philosophy and approach to therapy.
We generally recruit occupational therapists, mentors and allied health assistants (AHA). Check for any open positions on our website for positions that are available for application or say hello to our Director and catch up for a coffee to find out more about potential opportunities at Meaningful Activities.
To apply for an open position please send an updated resume and cover letter to admin@meaningfulactivities.com.au. In your cover letter, we encourage you to explain how you fit into our core values of respect, adaptability, reliability, and collaboration, as well as expand on what skills you can add to the team.
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