Our mission is to help children achieve their fullest individual potential and to empower caregivers
About Yifat
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Yifat graduated with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from Tel Aviv University in 2007 and spent 10 years working as a paediatric occupational therapist in special education preschools and schools in Israel.
After moving to Australia in 2018, she completed a Diploma of Counselling and worked in aged care before returning to what she loves most- helping children and their families.
Yifat understands that every child is unique, with their own strengths, interests and way of experiencing the world. She is passionate about helping children develop the skills and confidence they need to participate in everyday life, while celebrating who they are.
She has experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, developmental delays, global developmental delay, intellectual disability, sensory processing differences and a range of other developmental needs. She enjoys helping children build fine and gross motor skills, emotional regulation, social skills, school readiness, handwriting, executive functioning and independence through fun, meaningful and play-based therapy.
Yifat's approach is neuro-affirming, strengths-based and client-centred. She believes that the best outcomes happen when children feel safe, connected and understood. She takes the time to build genuine relationships with each child, following their interests to create enjoyable therapy sessions where learning happens naturally.
Working closely with families, educators and other professionals, Yifat values open communication and collaboration to ensure therapy supports each child's goals across home, school and the community. Her warm, calm and empathetic nature helps children feel comfortable, confident and empowered to reach their potential.
As a mum of four energetic boys, Yifat understands both the joys and challenges of family life. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors and singing.
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