Catherine graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours). Currently practicing as an Occupational Therapist in the NDIS community space, she brings experience across a range of clinical areas including skill development, assistive technology prescription, housing assessments, and functional assessments. This includes working with individuals across the lifespan and with a broad range of disabilities. Catherine integrates an understanding of the interplay between psychosocial, intellectual, and physical disabilities to tailor strategies and recommendations that meet each participant's needs. She has a caring nature and is passionate about supporting participants to achieve their goals and enhance their quality of life by increasing their engagement in activities they find meaningful. Catheirne values collaboration with her participants and their care teams, recognising that a client- and family-centred approach is essential to empower participants to take the lead in their goals and intervention.