Meet the Team
With over two decades of experience in specialist SEND, neurodiversity support, mental health, education, outdoor development, and sensory-informed practice, we bring a rich and diverse skill set to our work as Occupational Therapists.
We are passionate about supporting people across the lifespan, working with individuals who have a wide range of physical, cognitive, and emotional needs. Our approach combines professional expertise with a deep understanding of each person’s unique strengths, helping them build confidence, resilience, independence, and meaningful engagement in everyday life.
Donna
Occupational Therapist/ SEND tutor and Outdoor/Forest school practitioner Donna has extensive experience across both education and occupational therapy, working within the NHS and education, including: nurseries, further education, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) provisions, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). She has also been at the forefront of developing outdoor further education programmes across the North West, bringing together her passion for nature-based learning and therapeutic practice.
Donna has many years of experience supporting both children and adults with Neuro-divergent profiles and SEND, enabling her to provide thoughtful, adaptable, and person-centred support across a wide range of needs.
Donna has received a number of professional awards in recognition of her work. She is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
My Why
My passion for occupational therapy comes from a deep belief that every individual deserves to feel understood, valued, and able to participate in the world around them in a way that works for them. I am particularly passionate about creating opportunities for children to connect with nature, as I have seen first-hand the powerful impact outdoor environments can have on regulation, confidence, and wellbeing.
I am committed to working alongside families and children in a way that feels supportive, respectful, and meaningful—focusing not just on challenges, but on strengths, potential, and what truly matters to each child and their journey.
Qualifications and Training:
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Occupational Therapy; Bachelor of Science in Outdoor Education; Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Teaching, including Specialist SEND Tutor Training; Certified Forest School Leader and Trainer; Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Tutor; Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Level 3; Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA); Trauma-Informed Practice, including Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs); Autism Level 3; Outdoor First Aid and Paediatric First Aid.
Kelly has extensive experience within the health and care sector, working across private and NHS health care and specialist educational settings. She has held professional positions as a Neurodiversity Specialist: Serving as an ADHD Practitioner within Child and Adolescent mental Health Services (CAMHS), providing targeted support for Neuro-divergent children and their families across home and school settings.
Community Paediatrics: Working across community and educational settings to bridge the gap between clinical assessment and daily independence.
Learning Disabilities across the life span: Introducing and utilising specialised strategies for complex cognitive and physical differences. Utilising Total Communication to ensure that every person regardless of how they communicate is heard and understood.
Kelly is member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
My Why
My passion and commitment to Occupational Therapy is deeply personal. As a parent with lived experience, I have navigated the complexities of the health and social care systems from the other side of the table. I understand the weight of the "support network" because I am part of one.
I am committed to ensuring that every young person feels safe, valued, understood, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey. I believe that each young person’s voice is the most important voice and approach every individual with the same patience, calm, and empathy I would want for my own family, ensuring that therapy isn’t just a clinical process, but a pathway to being truly seen and heard
Qualifications and Training:
Currently studying an MSc (Master of Science) in Sensory Integration, BSc (Bachelor of Science) in Occupational Therapy, Qualified Personal Trainer (Diploma level), Level 3 Learning Support Practitioner, Anna Freud Autism Train a Trainer Programme and Paediatric First Aid.
Occupational Therapist