We have an experienced Team
Our dedicated team committed to supporting your child’s growth and development.
Occupational Therapist
Claire Yin
- Registered Occupational Therapist (AHPRA)
- CLASI Certificate in Ayres Sensory Integration®
- Master of Occupational Therapy from University of Sydney
- Speaks English, Mandarin, Cantonese
Claire is a passionate occupational therapist with post-graduate training in Ayres Sensory Integration® through the Collaboration for Leadership in Ayres Sensory Integration (CLASI) and is qualified to administer the Evaluation of Ayres Sensory Integration (EASI). Claire has a variety of experiences working with children, adolescents and adults with varying diagnoses, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Global Developmental Delay, ADHD/ADD, intellectual disabilities, and mental health vulnerabilities. Claire adopts a holistic approach in the assessment and intervention process across clinic, home, school and community environments, working collaboratively with various stakeholders including school teachers, caregivers and community support to address individuals’ functional challenges such as learning difficulties, executive functioning, social skills and emotional regulation.
In practice, Claire attends to everyone’s unique individual differences, and tailors intervention accordingly through a top-down and/or bottom-up approach (such as the DIR Floortime model). Claire has qualifications to deliver a variety of programs in one-on-one and group setting: Westmead Feelings Program 1 & 2, UCLA PEERS Social Skills Program for Young Adults, Tuning into Kids & Dads Tuning into Kids, Parent Effectiveness Training (PET).
Certified speech pathologist
Ash Wei
- Certified Practising Speech Pathologist
- Member of Speech Pathology Australia
- Master of Speech Language Pathology from University of Sydney
- Speaks English, Mandarin and Japanese
Ash has extensive experience in supporting children with speech, language, literacy, social skills, stuttering, and Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC). Committed to multidisciplinary collaboration, she works closely with families, educators, and healthcare teams to provide holistic, client-centered care. Ash’s approach focuses on building trust and empowering each child to achieve their personal and communication goals with confidence.
Registered Music Therapist
Sijun Wu
- AMTA Registered Music Therapist
- Bachelor of Music
- Master of Creative Music Therapy
- Speaks English and Mandarin
Sijun Wu is a passionate registered music therapist with a Masters degree in Creative Music Therapy from Western Sydney University (Australia) and a Bachelor of Music from Keele University (UK). She has experience providing individual and group music therapy to clients with diverse needs, including children and adults with ASD, ADHD, brain injury, cancer and other conditions. Sijun excels at the piano and combines her musical talents with a compassionate approach to engage clients, their families and the healthcare team.
Sijun values a strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming, and client-centred approach, focusing on each client’s unique abilities and goals. She works with various professionals in different settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, special schools, etc., emphasizing the importance of personalising therapeutic interventions and building meaningful connections to achieve positive treatment outcomes.
Play Therapist
April Sia
- Registered Play Therapist™ (APPTA)
- Certified Autism Specialist (IBCCES)
- Membership Committee Member and Board Member (APPTA)
- S8 years of experience in parent coaching and play therapy
- Speak in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English
April has extensive experience working with children and youth in both individual and group play therapy settings. She addresses a wide range of challenges, including autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, trauma, anxiety, intellectual disabilities, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), as well as hearing, visual, and physical impairments. Her therapeutic approach integrates various methods such as Child-Centered Play Therapy, Learn to Play, Sand Play Therapy, Theraplay, LEGO®-Based Therapy, AutPlay® Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, and Six Bricks interventions, all tailored to meet each child’s unique needs.
With 8 years of experience, April also offers parent coaching through filial play therapy. She helps parents understand and support their child’s developmental journey, fostering stronger parent-child connections and promoting the development of essential play skills to achieve individual goals.
Therapy Assistance
Karina
- Student Member of The Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Arts Therapies Association (ANZACATA)
- Student Member of Australian Counselling Association (ACA)
- Permitted Teacher (HKEDB)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts from The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Speaks English, Mandarin, Cantonese and Germany
Born and raised in Hong Kong, Karina holds a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts (major) and German language (minor) from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, where her dedication earned her two scholarships to study in Germany two times. Karina’s journey in education began in Hong Kong, where she taught in both a secondary school and a private tutoring centre. Through these experiences, she developed a keen ability to observe and understand each individual’s strengths and needs, crafting personalised plans that promote growth and engagement.
Currently pursuing her master’s in art therapy in Sydney, Karina has broadened her expertise through her roles as a trainee art therapist in a high school and a nursing home. These experiences have enriched her understanding of session planning and interdisciplinary collaboration. Outside of her professional commitments, Karina enjoys Sydney’s natural beauty, often found relaxing in cafes with church friends, jogging, or practising Pilates.
Special Education Teacher
Andrew
- P.E. Special Educator
- Community Coach
- Movement Skills Specialist
Andrew is a dedicated educator and sports coach with a passion for empowering children of all abilities to achieve their best. Currently serving at the Macquarie University Special Education Centre (MUSEC) School, he brings a wealth of experience in creating engaging and inclusive programs that promote physical and personal growth.
As an AFL Auskick All-Abilities Community Coach, Andrew inspires confidence, teamwork, and a love for sports among young athletes. His proficiency in swimming, tennis, and basketball allows him to design dynamic activities that build physical literacy and encourage lifelong fitness. With a specialization in developing gross and fine motor skills, Andrew's programs are thoughtfully tailored to support each child's unique needs, fostering their confidence and enthusiasm for physical activity in a supportive environment.
