Shelby Wood

Occupational Therapist

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I have worked as an Occupational Therapist since 2019.
I describe my practice style as adaptive, coaching, collaborative, empowering, evidence-based, family-centred, goal-oriented, holistic, interactive, motivational, neurodiversity-affirming, person-centred, play-based, sensory-informed, skill-building, social skills-focused, task-oriented and trauma-informed, tailoring my approach to meet each participant's unique needs.
In my free time, I like to spend time camping, going to live music gigs, going to the gym, hiking, playing team sports, reading, running, staying fit and travelling which often helps me build rapport with participants.
My participants often describe me as adaptable, approachable, calm, collaborative, empathetic, encouraging, flexible, fun, goal-oriented, knowledgeable, organised, respectful and trustworthy, reflecting my commitment to creating a supportive environment.

What I like most about supporting people:

*** Please note I have a profile already - however this was created 4 years ago. I am now a Team Leader for OT and Senior OT. I have taken some bits and bobs from the original one and added some extra info for you! Thanks so much for making this profile!***

Shelby has a broad range of training and knowledge in the paediatric space including:
- Auslan sign language level 1
- COOP trained
- STEPPSI trained (Sensory Assessment and Intervention approach)
- MACA Trained (Adapted transport options for paediatric clients living with a disability)
- Accidental Counsellor Trained
- Toilet training for Paediatrics living with a disability
- Emotional regulation training
- Complex Trauma Training in children and adolescence

Shelby's career has developed into leadership and supporting junior OT's to build their professional and clinical excellence skills, in order to optimize outcomes for their participants. THis is a huge part of Shelby's current role.

Shelby is passionate about empowering families and clients to build their own capacity and knowledge, so that they achieve their goals and live the lives they desire. Shelby specializes in the paediatric population and loves working with a variety of clients including ASD, ADHD, ODD, mood disorders, GDD, sensory processing disorders and physical disabilities.

Shelby derives her own sense of belonging and happiness from the many things she loves to do in her daily life, and she is grateful that in turn her job allows her to advocate for and support people living with a disability to develop their own joy in their everyday lives.