Leah Bigger

 

Team leader

Occupational Therapist

Leah is a dedicated Occupational Therapist who has a passion for running client centered sessions and spending time to develop strong relationships with clients and their families. Leah first entered the disability sector as a Therapy Assistant and Support Coordinator whilst studying her Masters. Leah supported paediatric group therapy sessions and it was here she found her love for Occupational Therapy. Leah enjoys supporting the team at Melton and is passionate about upskilling the staff and promoting the highest level of practice in the area.

Leah barracks for Melbourne Demons Football Club and enjoys spending her weekends supporting her team. She also enjoys going out for meals and trying new restaurants with friends and family.

Leah has a Groodle called Morty, who is a big cuddly bear, who Leah enjoys taking for walks.

Leah has completed a range of professional development including:

  • Traffic Jam in My Brain

  • The ALERT Program

  • Secret Agent Society - social skills small group training

  • Professional Resilience – Michelle Bihary

  • Leadership Development Program - Michelle Bihary

  • Strategies for Executive Functioning: Teaching Organisational Concepts and Skills- Michelle Garcia Winner.

  • Using Gaming to support collaborative skills & Positive Autistic Identity - AMAZE

  • Yellow Ladybugs Conference Supporting Autistic Girls Conference 2023

  • Introduction to Neurodiversity Affirming Practice - Onwards and Upwards Psychology

 Qualifications:

Leah has a qualification of a Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Occupational Therapy.