📜Background

Coralie is a certified Occupational Therapist and the heart behind The Olive Shoot. She graduated from Western Sydney University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Health Science and a Master of Occupational Therapy.

Her journey into occupational therapy began long before university — it started at just one year old, when she sustained third-degree burns to both of her hands. As a curious and playful child eager to explore and connect, Coralie often felt held back by her injuries. She learned to adapt in creative, often unconventional ways, turning limitations into opportunities for problem-solving and growth.

Alongside the physical challenges came emotional and social hurdles, which sometimes made it hard to flourish fully. But with the unwavering love and support of her incredible family — and the hope, care, and encouragement of her medical “superheroes” — Coralie gradually regained full function in her hands. With that came a renewed sense of confidence and a passion for helping others.

This lived experience shaped Coralie’s heart for children and families. It led her to discover her life’s calling: to support little ones in overcoming their own challenges, celebrating their unique strengths, and thriving in the everyday moments that matter most. At The Olive Shoot, she combines clinical expertise with deep empathy, helping children use their God-given gifts to reach their full potential.

💼Experience

🌿 Professional Background

Coralie is a proud member of Occupational Therapy Australia and is fully registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Since becoming a qualified Occupational Therapist in 2017, Coralie has worked across a variety of clinical settings, including both the private and not-for-profit sectors. Her professional journey has provided her with rich opportunities to collaborate with a wide range of professionals, including Teachers, School Learning Support Officers, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Social Workers, and Paediatricians.

🌱 Areas of Experience

Coralie has supported children and teenagers with a diverse range of needs and diagnoses, including:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Global Developmental Delay (GDD)
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
Learning difficulties (e.g. Dyslexia, Dysgraphia)
Behavioural disorders (e.g. ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder)
Mental health challenges (e.g. Anxiety, Depression)Trauma and stress-related disorders

She has also worked extensively with individuals who have experienced adverse childhood events or stressful upbringings. This has deeply informed her trauma-informed approach, recognizing the lasting emotional and psychological impact of early experiences on a child’s ability to engage and thrive in daily life.

🌍 A Holistic, Inclusive Approach

With Mauritian heritage and bilingual fluency, Coralie is passionate about supporting families from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. She has also had the privilege of working in rural and remote communities alongside Indigenous populations, experiences that have further shaped her belief in a holistic and culturally respectful approach to care.

🤍 Looking Ahead