Our team

The people behind the service.

We’re a small team of experienced professionals who are passionate about neuro-affirming, family-centred practice. By combining clinical expertise with genuine relationships, we work together to help children, families, and communities feel understood, supported, and empowered.

Cameron · Occupational Therapist

Our team · Founder

Cameron Griffiths

Occupational Therapist & Owner

Cameron leads the team with a warm, playful, evidence-based approach — taking the time to understand each child's strengths before offering strategies and suggestions.

  • QualificationBachelor of Occupational Therapy, UQ
  • Experience15+ years with children
  • WhereBrisbane & Ipswich
The story so far

A bit about Cameron.

Cameron graduated with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from The University of Queensland (St Lucia) in 2007 and has worked as an occupational therapist with children since then. He has experience across hospital, community, education, preschool, and private practice settings throughout Brisbane and Ipswich.

He has a special interest in early childhood development (0–7 years), autism spectrum disorder, and social communication. He also holds additional qualifications in autism spectrum disorder diagnosis (Graduate Certificate in Autism Diagnosis through The University of Western Australia) and in a range of early intervention programs.

Cameron values building strong, trusting relationships with children and families, using a patient, playful, and understanding approach. He takes the time to engage with each child and understand their strengths before offering strategies and suggestions, and believes that collaboration with families and support networks is essential for children to thrive.

What Cameron works on
  • Early intervention
  • Autism assessment
  • Social communication
  • Play-based therapy
  • Sensory regulation
  • Parent coaching
Off the clock

Get to know Cameron.

  • Favourite gamesAnything with a board
  • Can't stop watchingGeese videos
  • HappiestOut in nature
  • Four-legged friendsDogs
  • Always up forAn adventure

Jodie · Occupational Therapist

Our team · Occupational Therapist

Jodie Bowden

Occupational Therapist

An occupational therapist with five years of experience working with children — and a habit of sharing the things she loves with the kids she sees.

  • QualificationBachelor of Occupational Therapy
  • Experience5 years with children
  • WhereBrisbane & Ipswich
The story so far

A bit about Jodie.

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What Jodie works on
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  • School readiness
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  • Fine motor skills
Off the clock

Get to know Jodie.

  • Favourite gamesBoard games
  • Comfort readHarry Potter
  • Weekends are forArts & crafts

Rose · Allied Health Assistant

Our team · Allied Health Assistant

Rose Haley

Allied Health Assistant

An allied health assistant with a background in early childhood education and support work.

  • BackgroundEarly childhood education
  • RoleAllied Health Assistant
  • WhereIpswich & Brisbane
The story so far

A bit about Rose.

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What Rose works on
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  • Support work
  • Disability support
  • Community access
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Off the clock

Get to know Rose.

  • Also runsEnrich Community Services
  • SupportingChildren & adults across Ipswich and Brisbane
  • At heartAn educator

Tara · Allied Health Assistant

Our team · Allied Health Assistant

Tara Graham

Allied Health Assistant

An allied health assistant with a background in the arts, bringing creativity, music, and performance into her work with children.

  • BackgroundThe arts
  • RoleAllied Health Assistant
  • WhereBrisbane & Ipswich
The story so far

A bit about Tara.

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What Tara works on
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  • Creative play
  • Music & performance
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  • Sensory play
Off the clock

Get to know Tara.

  • By daySupport worker
  • By nightLead singer of Captain Thunderbolt
  • At heartAn artist

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