My Background

I am a highly experienced occupational therapist with over 32 years in the profession. For the majority of my career, I worked within the NHS, specialising for over 30 years in supporting individuals with learning disabilities.

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Over the past eight years, I have also worked independently, and I am now primarily practicing as an independent occupational therapist. This allows me to offer flexible, personalised support to individuals, families, and services across a range of settings, while continuing to draw on the depth of experience gained from my career.

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 I have worked alongside:

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• Psychiatry, Speech and Language Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Positive Behaviour Support Practitioners, Physiotherapists, and Learning Disability Nurses, gaining insight into their roles and how to collaborate effectively to support individuals’ needs.
   

• Local Authorities (LA). 
   

• NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC). 
   

• Education teams, care providers, and voluntary organisations. 
   

I’m experienced in multi-agency collaboration and clear care needs assessment. I work closely with professionals to make appropriate referrals, ensuring the right support. I’m also knowledgeable in the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS process.

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I’ve worked in a wide variety of environments, including:

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• Mainstream and special schools. 
   

• Day services and healthcare settings. 
   

• Residential care and supported living. 
   

• Family homes and community settings. ​

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​I've been based in Gloucestershire for the past 28 years. My children are now adults, and I’m proud to be a grandparent. Over the years I have shared my home with a collection of much-loved pets. Prior to settling here, I worked in Chester and Bristol.

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I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and am a full member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, through which I hold professional indemnity insurance. I also hold an up to date Enhanced DBS check.