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, youth justice, and private practice. She has supported clients across the lifespan, though her main focus has been working with 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, emotional regulation, social 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 family-centred 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, individualised, and empowering. Amber feels most confident providing therapy for capacity building and conducting assessments, and she looks forward to further developing her skills in assistive technology and home modifications.
Outside of work, Amber enjoys reading, she has collected more than 500 physical books, spending quality time with family and friends, and is a coffee enthusiast. She keeps active by going to the gym or walking her dog, and has a love for highland cows, sharks, and all things horror. Another (ironic) fact for Amber is that despite having a Pennywise tattoo, she dislikes clowns.
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.
At Meaningful Activities, our work culture is defined by our core values and a balanced approach that blends purposeful dedication with a relaxed atmosphere. Our culture celebrates diversity and encourages collaboration to achieve common goals.
We believe in the power of recognising and celebrating small wins. We understand that every incremental achievement, no matter how modest, contributes to our collective success. This commitment to acknowledging and celebrating each other's accomplishments fuels our progress and drives us toward greater achievements.
Feel free to organise a visit to the office or catch up with one of our staff to get a gist of what we're like.
