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Sarah-Louise Higgins

BSc (Hons) Occ Thy
National Head of Clinical Development – Occupational Therapy

Sarah-Louise Higgins, Allied Health Warrior occupational therapy mentor

Key Areas of Focus:

  • Pressure care and injury prevention
  • Assistive technology and home modifications
  • Manual handling and safer care practices
  • Adult rehabilitation and community-based therapy
  • Dementia care and mental health support
  • Progressive neurological conditions (including Parkinson’s disease, motor neuron disease, and MS)
  • Clinical reasoning and reflective practice
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About Sarah-Louise

With more than a decade of experience in occupational therapy across Australia, the UK, and Europe, Sarah-Louise Higgins is a respected clinical educator and National Head of Clinical Development. She holds a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Occupational Therapy from the University of Northampton, United Kingdom, and completed an international exchange at JAMK University in Finland.

Sarah-Louise’s career spans roles in community hospitals and home care, always with a strong commitment to the multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach for optimal client outcomes. She has taught best practice in pressure care for NSW hospitals and delivered manual handling training to large organisations, equipping teams with practical skills for safer care.

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Clinician sits beside a young man in a power wheelchair in a living room

Her professional background includes years as an assistive technology advisor, predominantly within the home care and rehabilitation settings. Sarah-Louise is passionate about occupational therapy in the adult sector, with a keen interest in dementia care and mental health. She has extensive experience supporting people with progressive conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, motor neuron disease, and MS, always focusing on enhancing quality of life.

Known for her personable manner and evidence-based approach, Sarah-Louise is dedicated to mentoring colleagues, sharing knowledge, and advancing excellence throughout the occupational therapy community.

Why You Should Book Mentoring with Sarah-Louise ?

  • Deep knowledge of pressure care, assistive technology, manual handling, and home modifications
  • Experience in dementia care, mental health, and progressive neurological conditions
  • Practical, evidence-based strategies for real-world clinical challenges
  • Supportive, approachable, and committed to your professional growth
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Mentoring Options:

Sarah-Louise offers:

  • Single Sessions: Targeted support for specific challenges
  • 5 Session IDP Bundle: Structured growth with measurable outcomes and a personalised Individual Development Plan
  • 10 Session MDT Bundle: Flexible mentoring across disciplines, with the ability to switch mentors for each session

All sessions may be eligible for CPD claim and can be reimbursed through your professional development budget. Documentation is provided for AHPRA, and Occupational Therapy Board requirements.

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More By Sarah-Louise

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Together For Pressure Care

Together For Pressure Care is a four-part training series presented by Occupational Therapist Sarah-Louise Higgins, and is designed to equip allied health professionals with practical knowledge and clinical reasoning for pressure injury prevention and management. The course covers pressure injury staging, risk factors, screening tools, and the OT’s role in multidisciplinary care, with a focus on real-world application and collaborative practices.

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Parkinson's In Practice: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach

Parkinson's In Practice: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach Parkinson’s Disease: A Multidisciplinary Approach is a 13-part webinar series designed to equip allied health professionals with practical, evidence-based strategies for supporting individuals with Parkinson’s. Delivered by a team of OTs, Speech Pathologists, Exercise Physiologists, and Neuro Physios, the course covers mobility, communication, daily living, and exercise prescription.

$980.00 AUD

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sarah-Louise’s clinical background?

Sarah-Louise is an Occupational Therapist with extensive experience in adult rehabilitation, assistive technology, pressure care, and mental health, and is the National Head of Clinical Development for Occupational Therapy at Optimum Health Solutions.
All mentoring sessions may eligible for CPD claim and we provide documentation for your portfolio and audit requirements.
Yes, you can bring de-identified case information, in line with your organisation’s privacy policies.
Complete our enquiry form and tell us a little about the support you’re looking for. Our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.
Sarah-Louise’s experience covers pressure care, assistive technology, dementia care, mental health, and more. If you have a unique challenge, mention it in your enquiry and we’ll tailor the session to your needs.
We ask for at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to reschedule or cancel.
All mentoring sessions are confidential. Relevant details may be shared with managerial or support staff only when necessary for your professional development or compliance, in line with our privacy policy.
Yes, our mentoring is suitable for clinicians at all stages, including new graduates and early career professionals seeking support and guidance.
Yes, many allied health professionals access mentoring through their employer’s professional development (PD) budget. We can provide invoices or documentation to support your claim, just let us know your requirements when booking.
You’ll receive a summary of your session, including date, mentor, topics covered, and agreed learning outcomes. This can be used as evidence for CPD audits or PD reimbursement.

Mentoring Bundles

Single Session

$ 250
  • Immediate Clinical Support: Designed to resolving specific complex cases quickly.
  • Focused, One-on-One Guidance Tailored advice from an experienced mentor with no long-term commitment.

5 Session Bundle

$ 1180
  • Structured Mentoring Over Time: Build confidence and skills through consistent, guided sessions
  • Development You Can Track: Receive detailed session notes and progress reports after each meeting, so you can monitor growth and stay accountable.
  • Individual Development Plan (IDP) Build on your clinical capacity with a structured roadmap that links your development to better participant results
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10 Session Bundle

$ 2200
  • Shared Knowledge for Complex Cases: Get combined input from multiple mentors to solve challenges from different perspectives.
  • MDT IDP A comprehensive roadmap aligning your MDT goals with detailed reports, building depth to your clinical knowledge.
  • Priority Access & Flexible Scheduling: Priority support and the freedom to design a mentoring plan that fits your goals and availability.
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