Senior Occupational Therapist

Nicole is a passionate and adaptable occupational therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals to enhance their independence and overall quality of life. She has worked across diverse hospital and community settings in both Australia and the UK, with particular expertise in neurological rehabilitation, complex physical, other multifaceted disabilities, and person-centred functional assessment.

Expertise

Nicole supports clients with a wide range of complex disabilities, tailoring therapy to their individual functional needs. 

Her key areas of focus include:

• Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs), SIL and SDA reports 

• Complex home modifications and environmental interventions 

• Manual and power wheelchair seating and prescription 

• Cognitive assessment and retraining 

• Routine development and carer training 

Services

Nicole delivers high-quality, person-centred therapy, with services including: 

• Comprehensive functional assessments for adults and older individuals 

• Assistive technology and equipment prescription (including NIISQ, DVA, HCP, and NDIS) 

• Minor and major home modification assessments 

• Post-surgical and hospital-to-home rehabilitation 

• Behavioural and cognitive strategies for neurological conditions 

Approach

Nicole is a warm and empathetic clinician who brings a practical, strengths-based, and solution-focused approach to her work. She thrives in multidisciplinary environments and values collaboration, clinical excellence, and cultural sensitivity. Nicole is deeply committed to lifelong learning and evidence-based practice, ensuring that clients feel supported, informed, and empowered throughout their therapy journey

Personal Note

Nicole is driven by her passion for helping people engage more fully in everyday life with confidence and comfort. Outside of work, she enjoys time outdoors, music, and relaxing with her family. She brings a calm, grounded presence to her practice and approaches every client interaction with kindness and clarity. 

Email: nicole@thebrainwellcollective.com
Contact number: 0423 109 889