Michaela is an Occupational Therapist and mum to two young children, bringing both professional expertise and lived experience to her work with families. She has over 16 years’ experience working as an Occupational Therapist across public and private health settings, supporting people with a wide range of mental health and disability-related needs. Michaela is an Endorsed Mental Health Occupational Therapist and works from an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and neuro-affirming framework. She has completed further professional development through the Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE) and is currently undertaking a Graduate Diploma in Perinatal and Infant Mental Health.

Michaela is passionate about advocating for the role of Occupational Therapy within the perinatal period and supporting parents through this significant life transition. She works alongside individuals and families to understand what matters most to them, considering their unique circumstances, daily routines and environments, and provides practical, evidence-informed support to promote mental wellbeing and everyday functioning.