Occupational Therapy | Functional Capacity | Assistive Technology & Equipment | Home Mods | SDA & SIL
Speech Pathology | Counselling | Registered Music Therapy
Speech Pathology | Counselling | Registered Music Therapy
What we do
Belong Health supports people on their journey of wellbeing, health and thriving in everyday life from early intervention paediatrics right through to seniors, as well as looking after our amazing team, their professional development and work-life balance.
Falcon Clinic and Community Team
Our allied health practice based in Falcon, south of Mandurah, provides both clinic and community-based services to families living in the Rockingham to Peel region.
We specialise in supporting children and families, ASD, developmental delays, diverse needs and provide developmental OT, Speech Pathology and Counselling, supported by our Therapy Assistant team.
Our Falcon Team help children to develop their play, self-care, learning, communication, mental health and wellbeing and independence skills, improving their functional skills, their ability to participate in their daily lives and improving their quality of life.
Our Perth Metro Team of Occupational Therapists and a Registered Music Therapist provide support to people of all ages from early intervention and school years, through adolescence, adulthood and senior years. Our skilled, specialised team can help and provide intervention, assessment, therapy, support and guidance across the lifespan and for all conditions, diagnoses and challenges we face everyday as people, at home and out in the community, where you need us most.
Falcon Clinic and Community Team
Our allied health practice based in Falcon, south of Mandurah, provides both clinic and community-based services to families living in the Rockingham to Peel region.
We specialise in supporting children and families, ASD, developmental delays, diverse needs and provide developmental OT, Speech Pathology and Counselling, supported by our Therapy Assistant team.
Our Falcon Team help children to develop their play, self-care, learning, communication, mental health and wellbeing and independence skills, improving their functional skills, their ability to participate in their daily lives and improving their quality of life.
Our Perth Metro Team of Occupational Therapists and a Registered Music Therapist provide support to people of all ages from early intervention and school years, through adolescence, adulthood and senior years. Our skilled, specialised team can help and provide intervention, assessment, therapy, support and guidance across the lifespan and for all conditions, diagnoses and challenges we face everyday as people, at home and out in the community, where you need us most.
Our Values
Honesty, integrity, compassion, person-centred, evidence-based practice, parents and carers as therapy partners, teamwork, kindness, respect and empowerment- we don’t hold the tools we teach, coach, encourage, facilitate and guide families and significant others to ensure each person is supported to participate to the best of their ability in all their environments, each day. From young children through to older adults we take the time to learn and focus on what is important to you and how we can support you in your desired therapy outcomes.
Our team
Paediatric Occupational Therapists
Lisa, Occupational Therapist, Masters of Occupational Therapy
Lisa is an Occupational Therapist who loves working with children, teens and young adults to help them to reach their full potential. She has experience working with children and adults with disabilities, including those under the National Disabilities Insurance Scheme. She is passionate about working together with families using a holistic approach to deliver positive outcomes. She has a Masters degree in OT and an undergraduate Bachelor of Education and Creative Arts. She can provide assistance with areas including gross and fine motor development, emotional regulation, daily routines and living skills, assistive technology and sensory processing.
Sophie, Paediatric Occupational Therapist B.Sc. (Occupational Therapy)
Sophie is an OT (Occupational Therapist) who works with children, teens and their families. She has over eight years specialised experience in the areas of early intervention, behavioural change and developmental therapy, in homes, schools and in clinic. Sophie love’s providing community-based therapies for assisting with Autism, ADHD, sensory-processing disorder, developmental delays, learning difficulties, fine and gross motor skill difficulties. Sophie takes an holistic approach to assessment and therapy with a passion for empowering her clients to achieve optimal health, function and wellbeing.
Perth based occupational therapists
Angela, Senior Occupational Therapist, BSc (OT), PhD (OT)
Angela is a registered Occupational Therapist with 20 years experience working with young people with developmental delays and disabilities, and their families. She views health and wellbeing holistically, recognising the unique strengths, challenges, values, and priorities of individuals (and their supports). Angela has lived experience with neurodivergence and is respectful of individual differences in thinking and being.
Angela brings these experiences and values to her work, whereby her focus is on empowering individuals to be involved in all decision making about their lives. She works closely with individuals and families to complete comprehensive assessments and develop relevant and achievable goals and strategies that meet their specific needs and preferences.
Angela has also completed a Doctor of Philosophy, and is very passionate about sharing research findings with communities to empower them. She draws on her research experience to ensure her practice is based on the best available evidence.
Mikaila, Senior Occupational Therapist, BSc (OT)
Mikaila is an Occupational Therapist who has experience working with clients of all ages and abilities to achieve their individual goals and reach their full potential. She takes a strengths based and collaborative approach to her therapy and works alongside her clients, their families and other supports to ensure they are supported in a holistic manner.
She is passionate about working with adult clients and has a particular interest in the scripting of Assistive Technology and Home Modifications, she has assisted many clients with obtaining life changing Assistive Technology devices which have allowed them to continue to participate in activities of daily living, leisure pursuits and productive tasks. She also has extensive experience providing Functional Capacity Assessments and reports as well as Home and Living assessments and applications (Supported Independent Living/ Specialist Disability Accommodation).
Mikaila is based in Perth and provides therapy in her client’s natural environments including in their homes and in the wider community.
Angela is a registered Occupational Therapist with 20 years experience working with young people with developmental delays and disabilities, and their families. She views health and wellbeing holistically, recognising the unique strengths, challenges, values, and priorities of individuals (and their supports). Angela has lived experience with neurodivergence and is respectful of individual differences in thinking and being.
Angela brings these experiences and values to her work, whereby her focus is on empowering individuals to be involved in all decision making about their lives. She works closely with individuals and families to complete comprehensive assessments and develop relevant and achievable goals and strategies that meet their specific needs and preferences.
Angela has also completed a Doctor of Philosophy, and is very passionate about sharing research findings with communities to empower them. She draws on her research experience to ensure her practice is based on the best available evidence.
Mikaila, Senior Occupational Therapist, BSc (OT)
Mikaila is an Occupational Therapist who has experience working with clients of all ages and abilities to achieve their individual goals and reach their full potential. She takes a strengths based and collaborative approach to her therapy and works alongside her clients, their families and other supports to ensure they are supported in a holistic manner.
She is passionate about working with adult clients and has a particular interest in the scripting of Assistive Technology and Home Modifications, she has assisted many clients with obtaining life changing Assistive Technology devices which have allowed them to continue to participate in activities of daily living, leisure pursuits and productive tasks. She also has extensive experience providing Functional Capacity Assessments and reports as well as Home and Living assessments and applications (Supported Independent Living/ Specialist Disability Accommodation).
Mikaila is based in Perth and provides therapy in her client’s natural environments including in their homes and in the wider community.
speech pathologist
Ciara-Lucy, Senior Speech Pathologist, B. A. Clinical Speech & Language Studies, Certified Practicing member of Speech Pathology Australia (CPSP) and The Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists.
Ciara-Lucy has been working with children, teens, adults, and their families in Australia for over 10 years. She is passionate about ensuring families and schools have the right tools and supports in place to enable their loved one to grow and achieve their communication potential. Ciara-Lucy provides an environment for communication skills, speech and language to develop through fun, creative and engaging activities. Ciara-Lucy strives to empower families and work in partnership with them to make therapy feel less like "work" for the parent and child, and instead finds ways to weave therapy goals into fun, motivating tasks.
Ciara-Lucy has worked within the NT Department of Education for a number of years providing professional learning works to schools and educational staff in supporting children with communication difficulties in the classroom and setting up supportive learning environments. Ciara-Lucy has also worked with clients with complex communication needs and disability, prescribing and implementing Augmentative and Alternative Communication methods such as communication devices and signing systems. She also has extensive experience supporting individuals with behaviour needs providing positive behaviour support especially to those individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Ciara-Lucy is a clinical supervisor and provides supervision and mentoring across Australia to speech pathologists and undergraduate speech pathologists.
Jordy, Speech Pathologist B.Sc Honours (Speech Pathology)
Jordy is an aspiring Speech Pathologist (SP) with a strong passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology with Honours. Jordy can provide support for children with difficulties in a wide range of areas. These include speaking, fluency (stuttering), articulation, listening, social language, understanding language, reading and feeding. Her therapy extends beyond the child, also focusing on supporting and upskilling their network of family, carers, and educational providers, working towards the best possible outcome for the child. Her therapy plans are tailored to suit each individual client and are centred around making a meaningful difference in their lives. Jordy’s passion lies within the paediatric population as she loves the enthusiasm and fun her little clients bring to her sessions and enjoys having the ability to make a positive, life-long impact on a little one’s life.
Ciara-Lucy has been working with children, teens, adults, and their families in Australia for over 10 years. She is passionate about ensuring families and schools have the right tools and supports in place to enable their loved one to grow and achieve their communication potential. Ciara-Lucy provides an environment for communication skills, speech and language to develop through fun, creative and engaging activities. Ciara-Lucy strives to empower families and work in partnership with them to make therapy feel less like "work" for the parent and child, and instead finds ways to weave therapy goals into fun, motivating tasks.
Ciara-Lucy has worked within the NT Department of Education for a number of years providing professional learning works to schools and educational staff in supporting children with communication difficulties in the classroom and setting up supportive learning environments. Ciara-Lucy has also worked with clients with complex communication needs and disability, prescribing and implementing Augmentative and Alternative Communication methods such as communication devices and signing systems. She also has extensive experience supporting individuals with behaviour needs providing positive behaviour support especially to those individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Ciara-Lucy is a clinical supervisor and provides supervision and mentoring across Australia to speech pathologists and undergraduate speech pathologists.
Jordy, Speech Pathologist B.Sc Honours (Speech Pathology)
Jordy is an aspiring Speech Pathologist (SP) with a strong passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology with Honours. Jordy can provide support for children with difficulties in a wide range of areas. These include speaking, fluency (stuttering), articulation, listening, social language, understanding language, reading and feeding. Her therapy extends beyond the child, also focusing on supporting and upskilling their network of family, carers, and educational providers, working towards the best possible outcome for the child. Her therapy plans are tailored to suit each individual client and are centred around making a meaningful difference in their lives. Jordy’s passion lies within the paediatric population as she loves the enthusiasm and fun her little clients bring to her sessions and enjoys having the ability to make a positive, life-long impact on a little one’s life.
counsellor
Harvie, Counsellor (Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy)
Harvie has a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy and is passionate about supporting the youth of our community. Having worked in disability support services for four years and having specialised his studies in disability and Neuro-diverse effective therapies, he is looking to offer opportunities for skill and emotional development in a safe and fun environment.
He has worked with youth, preparing them to integrate into and build connections within the wider community while fostering self-driven growth within family relations and friendships.
Harvie is excited to bring a fun experience to his Counselling and Therapy Assistant roles and foster strong bonds that facilitate growth for both parents and children.
Find out more about Belong Health's Counselling Services here
Harvie has a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy and is passionate about supporting the youth of our community. Having worked in disability support services for four years and having specialised his studies in disability and Neuro-diverse effective therapies, he is looking to offer opportunities for skill and emotional development in a safe and fun environment.
He has worked with youth, preparing them to integrate into and build connections within the wider community while fostering self-driven growth within family relations and friendships.
Harvie is excited to bring a fun experience to his Counselling and Therapy Assistant roles and foster strong bonds that facilitate growth for both parents and children.
Find out more about Belong Health's Counselling Services here
Music TherAPIST - Perth based
Mat, Registered Music Therapist (Perth Based)
I'm Mat, I use music to facilitate growth and support wellbeing. I have expertise and experience working in residential aged care, older adult mental health, parents and children, palliative care and early intervention. I also continue to work as a freelance songwriter/producer and music tutor. I have qualifications from Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) and the University of Melbourne and am an active member of the Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA).
I'm Mat, I use music to facilitate growth and support wellbeing. I have expertise and experience working in residential aged care, older adult mental health, parents and children, palliative care and early intervention. I also continue to work as a freelance songwriter/producer and music tutor. I have qualifications from Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) and the University of Melbourne and am an active member of the Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA).
occupational therapy assistants
Melissa, Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy Therapy Assistant:
Riya, Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy Therapy Assistant: Team Leader
Riya graduated with a Masters in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology from Manipal University and over the last 10 years has had the pleasure of working in multiple facilities in various capacities. Riya has practiced in Kuwait since 2010 and has performed evidence-based diagnosis and treatment of paediatric and adult speech disorders, language disorders, communication disorders, feeding and swallowing difficulties, aural rehabilitation, various audiological, ear-related disorders, and vestibular disorders for infants, pre-school children, school-aged children and adults who are monolingual and bilingual. Riya’s experience includes working in integrated schools, private practice, and running the Audiology and Vestibular Unit under the Department of Ear, Nose, and Throat, at the Armed Forces Hospital in Kuwait.
Tamara, Occupational Therapy Assistant (Occupational Therapy Student)
I am currently in my final year of completing my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours).
Whilst studying I have been working as a support worker, which has added to my passion towards my studies.
I have always been driven towards working within the paediatrics context. I find joy in working with children through watching them grow, achieve new things, and supporting them to reach their potential in fun and play-based ways. I strive to create positive and safe environments now and as a future OT in which children and families can feel supported.
Riya, Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy Therapy Assistant: Team Leader
Riya graduated with a Masters in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology from Manipal University and over the last 10 years has had the pleasure of working in multiple facilities in various capacities. Riya has practiced in Kuwait since 2010 and has performed evidence-based diagnosis and treatment of paediatric and adult speech disorders, language disorders, communication disorders, feeding and swallowing difficulties, aural rehabilitation, various audiological, ear-related disorders, and vestibular disorders for infants, pre-school children, school-aged children and adults who are monolingual and bilingual. Riya’s experience includes working in integrated schools, private practice, and running the Audiology and Vestibular Unit under the Department of Ear, Nose, and Throat, at the Armed Forces Hospital in Kuwait.
Tamara, Occupational Therapy Assistant (Occupational Therapy Student)
I am currently in my final year of completing my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours).
Whilst studying I have been working as a support worker, which has added to my passion towards my studies.
I have always been driven towards working within the paediatrics context. I find joy in working with children through watching them grow, achieve new things, and supporting them to reach their potential in fun and play-based ways. I strive to create positive and safe environments now and as a future OT in which children and families can feel supported.
ADMin / Reception
Jacqui, Admin/ Receptionist
With a solid background in administration spanning 25 years, I hope to bring a wealth of experience to the realm of client and child services. While my role primarily revolves around administrative tasks and responsibilities, fostering positive relationships with clients, children, and their families is important to me and that their administrative needs are being taken care of so they can focus on their well-being.
Spending time with my family, my husband, and my two children, boating, and anything ocean-related is what we love to do.
Janine, Admin/ Receptionist
I have 3 children and 3 step children, all grown up, and 3 adorable grandchildren, with more on the way! As you can imagine this makes my life very busy, but also very fulfilled. I enjoy gardening and walking my little Moodle, Molly and socializing in between! I am grateful every day for my family and friends and now my new role at Belong Health.
I have worked in Allied Health administration for many years, in reception and management. I mostly enjoy interaction with people and helping others. I have a special interest in children’s development, as I had a child with A.D.D and understand the challenges families are faced with day to day. Visits to the school and all outside of school activities consume your days, you think it will never end. But we made it, I can honestly say there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Mel, Admin/Receptionist
I have worked at Belong Health for the past couple of years, previously I enjoyed a joint position working as a Therapy Assistant as well as an admin/reception role. Towards the end of 2022 I transitioned to a permanent admin role within the company. Working on reception ensures that I still get to see and talk to all of our amazing families every day, having worked as a nurse and in childcare previously and having two children myself I can relate to many of our families who attend the clinic and enjoy the many interactions that the role brings. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family, travelling overseas, camping and exploring WA.
With a solid background in administration spanning 25 years, I hope to bring a wealth of experience to the realm of client and child services. While my role primarily revolves around administrative tasks and responsibilities, fostering positive relationships with clients, children, and their families is important to me and that their administrative needs are being taken care of so they can focus on their well-being.
Spending time with my family, my husband, and my two children, boating, and anything ocean-related is what we love to do.
Janine, Admin/ Receptionist
I have 3 children and 3 step children, all grown up, and 3 adorable grandchildren, with more on the way! As you can imagine this makes my life very busy, but also very fulfilled. I enjoy gardening and walking my little Moodle, Molly and socializing in between! I am grateful every day for my family and friends and now my new role at Belong Health.
I have worked in Allied Health administration for many years, in reception and management. I mostly enjoy interaction with people and helping others. I have a special interest in children’s development, as I had a child with A.D.D and understand the challenges families are faced with day to day. Visits to the school and all outside of school activities consume your days, you think it will never end. But we made it, I can honestly say there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Mel, Admin/Receptionist
I have worked at Belong Health for the past couple of years, previously I enjoyed a joint position working as a Therapy Assistant as well as an admin/reception role. Towards the end of 2022 I transitioned to a permanent admin role within the company. Working on reception ensures that I still get to see and talk to all of our amazing families every day, having worked as a nurse and in childcare previously and having two children myself I can relate to many of our families who attend the clinic and enjoy the many interactions that the role brings. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family, travelling overseas, camping and exploring WA.
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and Friendly Staff