Collaborative Partnerships

08/05/2026

This isn’t just another day to wear a colour 💙
Today is a reminder of the importance of kindness, inclusion and looking out for the people around us. Bullying continues to impact so many young people and families, and days like today encourage conversations, support and speaking up when something doesn’t feel right.

So proud of our beautiful team for coming together in blue to support and the message Dolly left behind - to choose kindness always 💙💙💙

19/03/2026

Our take on the “this is who” baby trend!
Can you guess your OT?

We feel so incredibly lucky that these little people grew up to become Occupational Therapists. The work they do goes far beyond play, sessions, and resources. It’s in the confidence they help build, the families they support, and the small everyday changes that can create generational impact over time.

Helping children thrive doesn’t just shape the child in front of us, it can shape homes, relationships, routines, and futures too. And that is something really special.

We love our team and the care, creativity, and heart they bring to this work every day 🤍

09/03/2026

This International Women’s Day we’re celebrating the amazing women at Collaborative with some little goodie bags 🤍
A small thank you for the big difference you make every day. We’re so lucky to have each and every one of you.

14/02/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from our team to yours 🤍 Celebrating care, connection, and a little bit of love in everything we do!

10/02/2026

Meet Abbey! Our New Occupational Therapist 🌈

We asked Abbey a few fun questions so you can get to know her a little better!

What age do you love working with?
I enjoy working with all ages, but I have a special interest in early intervention supports – helping little people build big skills!

What experience do you bring to the team?
I’ve worked in community paediatrics and child & youth mental health, completed my new graduate year last year, and have 18 months’ experience as a Therapy Assistant.

How would you describe your therapy style? Very child-led and play-based! I love building skills within the activity or game the child chooses – therapy should feel fun and meaningful.

Favourite therapy tools?
Headphones, slime, weighted items, and sensory tools! I love noticing the small (and big!) changes in how our bodies feel.

Fun fact about you?
I play the guitar and piano!

What do you love doing outside of work? Knitting, crochet, and Pilates.

We’re so excited to have Abbey joining our team and supporting our kids and families 💛

Now welcoming new clients! Say hello to Abbey when you see her in clinic next.

13/01/2026

We are so excited for 2026!
We’re back, the year is underway, and it’s great to be reconnecting with families and clients.

We’re currently running intensives and group programs, with regular sessions commencing next week.

21/12/2025

Such an important reminder! Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas 🎅

All the things.

We're all doing our best right now.

Thank you for the glimmers yesterday.
My internet has been trash and won't load properly or let me comment on things.

My brain is also trash and needs to be rebooted.

Thanks for being here.

Em

17/12/2025

Christmas celebrations with our Collaborative team 🎄
Grateful for the children and families we support, and for the skill and dedication of our OTs and client support team. We could not wish for a better team. On to 2026!

17/12/2025

Hi Collab Clients! Just a friendly reminder that appointments scheduled between 22–26 December have been cancelled as our clinic will be closed for the Christmas period.

If you haven’t already, please contact our Client Services Team on (07) 5220 8999 to discuss your appointment or rescheduling options.

Thank you for your understanding, and we wish you and your families a safe and happy Christmas 🎄🎅

12/12/2025

“Therapy is not about fitting children into boxes. It’s about expanding the space so their strengths have room to grow.”
Our approach is simple and intentional:
Don’t fit a child into a box, make the box fit the child.

Every child brings their own strengths, needs, interests and ways of engaging with the world. Therapy works best when we honour that individuality and design the environment, supports and expectations around the child. Not the other way around 😊💚