Our Team
Compassionate & Certified
Libby Lake
Clinical Director and
Lead Occupational Therapist
Meet Libby, an Occupational Therapist with a profound understanding of autism through her lived experience as a parent of children on the spectrum. With this personal journey shaping her professional path, Libby brings a unique blend of empathy, insight, and expertise to her role.
Having walked the path of advocating for her own children's needs, Libby possesses a deep understanding of the challenges and triumphs that families face when navigating the complexities of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This firsthand experience allows her to connect with families on a deep level, offering not just clinical expertise but also a compassionate ear and a supportive presence.
In her role as an Occupational Therapist, Libby draws upon her lived experience to tailor her approach to each individual and family she works with. She understands the importance of creating personalised interventions that address the unique strengths, challenges, and goals of each child and family unit. Whether it's developing sensory strategies to support regulation, promoting independence in self-care routines, or fostering social skills development, Libby approaches her work with a deep sense of empathy and understanding.
Libby is passionate about empowering both children and parents, helping them navigate the journey with resilience, hope, and a sense of possibility. With her unique perspective and unwavering dedication, Libby is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of her clients and families.
Harmony Hayes
Key Worker
Meet Harmony, our dedicated key worker specialising in early intervention and therapy support for children and families. With a background in special education as a teacher and a profound understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) through her lived experience as a parent of children on the spectrum. Harmony brings a unique blend of expertise, empathy, and personal insight to her role.
Harmony’s journey as a parent has equipped her with invaluable firsthand knowledge of the wonders and challenges that come with raising children with ASD. This lived experience enables her to connect with families on a deeply personal level, offering not only clinical guidance but also genuine empathy, understanding, and support.
In her role as a key worker, Harmony draws upon her special education background and her personal journey to provide tailored interventions and support to each child and family she works with. She understands the importance of individualised approaches that honour each child's unique strengths, challenges, and developmental needs.
Whether she's facilitating early intervention services, providing therapy support, or offering guidance on navigating the complexities of her client’s needs, Harmony approaches her work with a deep sense of compassion and dedication. She is committed to empowering families, advocating for their needs, and helping them navigate the journey with resilience, hope, and a sense of possibility.
Brodie Gray
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Meet Brodie, our dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA). With a passion for helping others and a commitment to enhancing the lives of our clients, Brodie plays a vital role in our therapy team.
Brodie provides compassionate care and support to children and adults alike. Trained in assisting with assessments, implementing treatment plans, and facilitating therapeutic activities, she is skilled at creating a nurturing and engaging environment for our clients.
Brodie brings invaluable lived experience of having children with autism. As a parent herself, Brodie brings a unique perspective and deep understanding to her role, allowing her to connect with families on a deeply personal level.
Having navigated the challenges and joys of raising children on the autism spectrum, Brodie possesses firsthand knowledge of the daily struggles, triumphs, and nuances that come with supporting individuals with autism and their families. This lived experience enables her to empathize with the families she works with, providing them with a sense of understanding, validation, and reassurance.
Brodie is deeply invested in the well-being and progress of each individual she works with. Whether she is guiding a child through fine motor activities, supporting an adult in developing self-care skills, or collaborating with the therapy team to optimise treatment outcomes, she approaches her role with enthusiasm and dedication.
At Lake Therapy we are privileged to have Brodie as a valued member of our team, and we are confident that she will make a positive difference in the lives of our clients through her expertise, compassion, and unwavering dedication to excellence.