ABOUT
Jacqui Toivonen is the owner and principal Occupational Therapist at Hello Occupational Therapy (Hello OT). She has 15 years of experience working as a paediatric occupational therapist (OT).
After a stint overseas, Jacqui worked as a Senior OT at Novita Children’s Services, and Lyell McEwin Hospital, providing services to children and families and clinical supervision. Jacqui has also worked as an occasional lecturer for the University of South Australia.
Jacqui is resourceful, caring, and outcomes-orientated. She specializes in early childhood and play and physical / neurological disability and is committed to help children manage their day to day activities. She is passionate about working with families in natural settings and routines, and supporting communication and physical strategies to achieve the best for the client.
Jacqui is registered with the Allied Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and dedicated to ongoing learning.
Outside of work, Jacqui and her husband parent 2 boys who are now both at High school.
Jacqui has training and/or certification in the following.
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Cognitive Oriented Approach to Occupational Performance (CO-OP)
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Learn to Play – Imaginary Skills by Karen Stagnetti
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SPARK Communication: Coaching Parents to Use HANEN Strategies
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PODD – Pragmatically Organised Dynamic Display
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Key Word Signing
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Masterclass in Working with Children with Cerebral Palsy / Physical Disability
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Julia – Occupational Therapist, registered with Allied Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
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Living locally, Julia is passionate about supporting children and families in their own communities.
Julia’s commitment to paediatric occupational therapy began with her lifelong experience supporting her younger sister, who has a rare chromosomal disorder. While studying, Julia strengthened her interest in paediatrics and disability while working as an early childhood educator, community support worker, as well as an OSHC educator and support officer within primary schools. These roles strengthened her dedication to helping others live meaningfully and independently, and provided her with a strong understanding of children’s everyday environments and routines.
Julia is known for her calm, flexible and empathetic approach and values the power of play and connection in therapy. She enjoys thinking creatively to support each child’s strengths and goals, and is committed to providing family-centred, evidence-based care that is meaningful and practical for everyday life.
Outside of work, Julia enjoys spending time with friends and family and keeping active. She loves to sing, dance and play guitar, bake, swim and spend time in nature.
