Samantha commenced her career in 2010 after graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Edith Cowan University. Samantha also holds a Masters of Science (Occupational Health & Safety).
Samantha began her clinical work in the areas of hand therapy and neuromuscular rehabilitation, supporting individuals with restoring function and independence following injury or surgery. Her early exposure to the detailed biomechanical and neurological aspects of recovery laid a strong foundation for her later practice.
Following this, Samantha expanded into the fields of workplace health and safety, injury management, and inclusion. Following completion of a Masters of Science in Occupational Health and Safety Samantha worked extensively in both preventative and rehabilitative roles including supporting employees and employers to navigate injury, return to work, and workplace accommodations across a wide range of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial conditions.
Samantha has also gained experience in community-based disability, working with both paediatric and adult clients across diverse settings. Her practice spans a broad range of diagnoses including autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, sensory processing differences, trauma-related presentations, and chronic health conditions such as fatigue, pain, and chronic and auto-immune conditions. She is particularly passionate about the impact of sensory modulation, interoception, and nervous system regulation on daily function, and is a strong advocate for neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed approaches.
Samantha loves being an OT because it allows her to truly see and support the whole person, through a lens that is respectful, collaborative, and strengths-focused Through medico-legal and functional assessments, she is able to clearly articulating how physical, cognitive, and sensory profiles impact daily life for each individual.
Outside of work, Samantha enjoys life on a small property on the outskirts of Perth with her young family, dog, and chickens. She is also passionate about creating educational tools and resources that make complex sensory and neurodevelopmental concepts accessible to families, educators, and communities.