Occupational Therapist

Nyajima has experience working within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and has worked with both children and adults. She has supported individuals with a wide range of diagnoses, including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and intellectual disabilities, as well as adults facing complex mental health challenges.

Nyajima completed her Occupational Therapy training at Edith Cowan University. She is a dedicated Occupational Therapist, passionate about providing client-centred care and empowering her clients to live as independently as possible.

Nyajima has developed a special interest in mental health occupational therapy, chronic pain management, and assistive technology assessments. 

Capacity: Nyajima has capacity in April for North of the River.

Occupational Therapist

Claire has a passion for learning more about the quirks of the human brain, including understanding the experiences of neurodiverse folks. She practices from a neuro-affirming and trauma-informed lens, which she is constantly working to develop. She aims to be flexible and adapt her approach to the individuals she works with wherever possible.

Claire enjoys advocating for her participants when required and supporting them to dream big with their goals. She has experience providing skill-building and documentation to participants with a range of neurodiverse presentations, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.

When she's not working, you can usually find Claire drawing, figure skating, video gaming, spending time with her dog Gypsy, or immersed in a table-top roleplaying game with friends.

Capacity: Claire has capacity in April South of the River

Occupational Therapist

Micah is passionate about supporting NDIS participants to increase their independence, with a particular interest in supporting participants with Early Onset Dementia, Traumatic Brain Injury and neurodegenerative conditions

Capacity: Micah has capacity North of the River from Bayswater to Two-Rocks and as far east as Ellenbrook.

Occupational Therapist

Justine has been an Occupational Therapist since 2017 and has worked across various settings in the Northern Territory and Western Australia. She enjoys working with adults and has extensive experience in completing assistive technology assessments, home modifications, functional capacity assessments, and SDA housing assessments.

Justine is passionate about empowering her clients to achieve their goals and thrive in their environments. She believes in a personalised, client-centered approach and strives to create a supportive and inclusive space for everyone she works with.

Capacity: Justine has immediate capacity South of the River, as far a Mandurah.

Therapy Support & Design

Erica is currently studying to be a nurse and has previously studied design, Erica has a particular talent for creating visual resources under the direction of our Occupational Therapists. Erica has also been running Haven's socials and creating graphics and marketing material in between juggling three young kids.

Erica is also a loving mother of twin toddlers and a one year old, and is the better half of Rhys. Despite keeping very busy, she always has time for the important people in her life.

Occupational Therapist & Co-Founder

Seb has worked in disability since 2007, when he graduated as an occupational therapist. He also holds a degree in Behavioural Science, and has taught Occupational Therapy in the area of disability to students at ECU.

Seb is comfortable working directly across a dining table with an adult as well as on the floor with young kids and their parents. He works with people of all ages. Seb enjoys meeting diverse people, understanding their motivations, and working with their support teams to find effective solutions.

Capacity: Seb is currently at capacity.

Co-Director & Client Experience

Rhys takes his background in support work, and support coordination and ministry and applies his person-centred entered approach to client engagement and experience.

When you come on board with us for Occupational Therapy, Rhys will most likely be the first person you hear from. He’ll find out about your goals and availability and assist in booking in your first meeting with your OT.

Despite his busy professional life, Rhys remains grounded in his family values and cherishes quality time with his young family.