About Allied Health Warrior
We empower practitioners through practical education, personalized mentorship, and a collaborative community designed to build clinical confidence and support your ongoing career journey.
Why Allied Health Warrior
At Allied Health Warrior, our mission is to make high-quality continuing professional development (CPD) accessible, practical, and relevant for every allied health professional.
We bring together experienced clinicians from multiple disciplines to deliver evidence-based education that helps practitioners build confidence, enhance clinical skills, and provide better outcomes for the people they support.
Whether you’re just beginning your career or are an experienced practitioner looking to expand your expertise, Allied Health Warrior provides flexible online learning designed to fit your professional journey.
Who We Are
Allied Health Warrior was created to support practitioners through practical learning, mentorship and professional connection. Our focus is on providing access to education, workshops and resources that reflect the realities of clinical practice and support ongoing professional development.
Whether you are a student, new graduate or experienced clinician, Allied Health Warrior brings together learning opportunities and a community of professionals committed to sharing knowledge and supporting one another.
What We Offer
Allied Health Warrior offers a range of learning opportunities designed to support practitioners throughout their professional journey.
Our focus is on practical education, evidence-informed learning and professional connection.
- CPD-eligible Online Courses
Flexible, evidence-informed learning designed for real-world clinical practice. Learn at your own pace while supporting your CPD requirements. - Interactive, practical sessions focused on case-based learning and strategies you can apply in your practice.
- 1:1 Mentorship Personalised guidance from experienced practitioners to support professional growth, leadership development, and clinical confidence.
- Case Conferences and Clinical Discussions
Collaborative learning sessions that support critical thinking, peer connection, and clinical insight. - Podcast and Presentation Library
On-demand access to clinician interviews, professional insights, and practical development resources.
Why Join Allied Health Warrior
CPD-Focused Learning
Our courses and resources are designed to support ongoing professional development while helping you meet CPD requirements.
Practical, Real-World Education
Clinician-Led Content
Flexible Learning Experience
Supportive Professional Community
Connect with a network of practitioners who share knowledge, experiences, and support each other’s growth.
Continuous Learning Opportunities
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Whether you’re exploring mentoring or looking to continue your professional development, we’re here to support your learning journey.
Our Vision and Mission
At Allied Health Warrior, our vision and mission guide the development of learning opportunities, professional resources and community engagement initiatives for practitioners.
Vision
Our mission is to support practitioners through quality education, practical learning, and a supportive professional community. We aim to provide accessible resources, mentoring, and training that help practitioners build their skills and continue growing in their professional journey.
Mission
Our vision is to build a supportive community of practitioners who value confidence, knowledge, and continuous learning. Through collaboration and evidence-informed education, we aim to support professional growth across allied health.
Meet the Allied Health Warrior Team
The Allied Health Warrior team includes experienced practitioners from a range of disciplines who contribute to learning resources, workshops and professional development opportunities. Our team is committed to supporting ongoing learning and professional growth across allied health.
Sarah-Louise Higgins
BSc (hons) Occ Thy
Occupational Therapy
With international experience and a strong clinical background, Sarah-Louise mentors OTs in adult care, pressure care, AT, and progressive conditions like Parkinson’s and MS, bringing practical insight, leadership, and a commitment to multidisciplinary care.
Rebecca Small
BAppSc(OT) (Hons)
Occupational Therapy: Assistive Technology
With extensive experience in neurological rehab and assistive technology, Rebecca offers thoughtful, tailored mentorship that empowers clinicians to deliver meaningful, person-centred outcomes.
Mahek Bansal
B AppSc (OT) (Hons)
Occupational Therapy: Paediatrics
As a paediatric OT, Mahek mentors clinicians in supporting children & young adults to achieve functional goals. With interests in sensory processing, emotional regulation & executive function, she offers practical, family-centred guidance.
Elise Smeets
BApSc (OT), MHlthSc
Occupational Therapy: New Graduates
Elise Smeets leads structured mentorship for new graduate OTs, combining 15+ years of clinical experience with a practical, evidence-based approach to help early-career clinicians build confidence and capability.
Kieran Doyle
APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist APAM MACP, MMuscPhysio, GradCertMuscPhysio, MPhty, BAppSc(Ex&SpSc).
Physiotherapy
An APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Kieran mentors clinicians in cervico-shoulder care, tendinopathy, and assistive planning. He draws on his 18+ years of experience and his leadership as National Head of Clinical Development to support practitioner excellence in physiotherapy.
Louise Condon
BPhy (Hons)
Neurological Physiotherapy
With international experience and a strong focus on neurological rehab, she mentors physiotherapists in evidence-based exercise programs for conditions like MS, Parkinson’s, brain and spinal cord injury, and other neurodegenerative disorders. Louise supports physiotherapists working in neuro to grow their skills and clinical reasoning, believing in the power of movement for every individual.
Rachel Hardcastle
Behaviour Support
With over 16 years in Behaviour Support, Rachel mentors practitioners and leaders to build confidence, clinical reasoning, and person-centred practice, especially in complex and forensic cases. Known for her calm, honest approach, she supports teams to grow through reflective discussion, high-quality reporting, and a shared commitment to ethical, evidence-informed care. Her mentorship assists practitioners navigate complex cases, and create sustainable, positive change for the people they support.
Will Baker
Behaviour Support
Will supports Behaviour Support Practitioners to build confidence when working with people with complex support needs and residential care teams. His mentoring combines person-centred, practical guidance with collaborative problem-solving, helping practitioners strengthen team communication, implement effective strategies, and thoughtfully balance individual autonomy with risk.
Nicolette Ginjaar
Behaviour Support
With over 15 years of experience in Behaviour Support, Nicolette mentors practitioners to build confidence, strengthen reflective practice, and navigate complex support needs. Her mentoring combines person-centred, evidence-informed guidance with collaborative problem-solving, helping practitioners develop practical strategies, build meaningful connections, and keep each person’s strengths, preferences and quality of life at the centre of their practice.
Casey Berté
Behaviour Support
As Clinical Head of Forensic Behaviour Support, Casey brings a practical, reflective approach to mentoring practitioners working with complex and forensic cases. Drawing on her background in forensic mental health and psychology, she helps practitioners strengthen clinical reasoning, risk formulation and ethical decision-making. Her mentoring focuses on turning evidence into practical strategies while keeping dignity, safety and person-centred support at the heart of practice.
Mariah Jacobsen
Behaviour Support
Mariah supports Behaviour Support Practitioners to build confidence and navigate complex support needs through ethical, person-centred practice. Her mentoring combines practical, evidence-informed guidance with reflective discussion and collaborative problem-solving, helping practitioners strengthen professional reasoning, make thoughtful decisions, and develop individualised strategies that respect the needs of the people they support.
Community Experiences
Hear from practitioners who have participated in Allied Health Warrior learning opportunities and community activities.