
Hi, I'm Alyce
I am your OT Coach
For as long as I can remember, it’s been my mission to help Occupational Therapists thrive - not just survive - in their professional roles.
Whether you're growing your confidence as a therapist, stepping into leadership, or building a business, I’m here to support your growth every step of the way.
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Through guided learning, practical workshops, team education, and one-on-one mentoring, this journey is all about you and what you need to become the OT you truly want to be.
GET TO KNOW ME
My mission is to fill in the gaps between study and practical application to help you set and achieve your professional goals.
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How it all began...
Growing up with small business owners in my family, I was drawn to the complexities of running a business early on. During university, I worked with our family’s engineering business where I developed their quality assurance system and assisted with compliance, laying the groundwork for a structured, service-focused approach.
When I became a paediatric OT, I was dedicated to building my clinical skills and deepening my understanding of the profession. With this foundation, I dreamed of one day creating a practice that would support both the therapists on my team and our local community.
My early career in various private practices gave me a behind-the-scenes look at different ways of delivering paediatric care – an experience that proved invaluable. In 2017, I launched Sensational Start OT where I had the privilege of supporting 15 therapists as they began their paediatric careers, establishing a therapy assistant program and expanding our services across three clinics. In 2024, I pivoted fully to The OT Coach Australia, bringing with me the insights and lessons from my time at Sensational Start.
Throughout my career, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges new therapists face when entering the profession without sufficient clinical support, resources or training. Occupational therapy is highly complex and I believe every client deserves care from a well-trained team. This belief fuels my mission to inspire, educate and support OTs across Australia.
I offer a comprehensive range of support services – from clinical supervision and mentoring to workshops, training packages and resources – all designed to empower OTs to thrive professionally and deliver outstanding care. My systematic approach helps allied health business owners and therapists alike to build services aligned with their values, develop strong teams and achieve their goals.
I’m here to share the knowledge, connections and guidance I wished I’d had at the start of my journey – so that every OT can feel confident, supported and equipped to make a meaningful impact.
SO HOW DID I GET HERE?
Well, it has certainly been a BUSY couple of years...
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The short:

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The long:
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From 2017 to 2024, I operated my private practice, Sensational Start Occupational Therapy, where I focused on delivering high-quality paediatric OT services. During this time, I coordinated a local interest group for Paediatric OTs (2016-2019), providing peer mentoring and facilitating training days to build a connected, skilled community of therapists.
In 2018, I developed The Art of Paediatric Therapy course through Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA), which I delivered through 2020 and have since presented to hundreds of OTs across the country. My commitment to advancing the OT field has also included serving as a committee member, presenter, and panelist at the OT Exchange Conference in 2020 and returning as a speaker in 2024.
In 2022, I launched The OT Coach, a platform dedicated to educating and connecting occupational therapists and business owners. I am also the co-host of the podcast OT Unplugged and host OT Coaching Confidential, where I share insights, support, and guidance to help OTs thrive in their careers.
In 2025, I finally brought to live a long-time dream of mine: The OT Coach Academy: Paediatric Hub. A space to bring everything together from all the different aspects of my career. It is a space for paediatric OTs to reflect, grow, and feel less alone in their OT work.
The launch in August 2025 was a huge success and I'm so thrilled to be surrounded by so many paediatric OTs who place trust in my vision. Let's see what we can achieve together!
HOW CAN I HELP YOU?
That depends on what you're after
If you're not quite sure what option is right for you, send me a message and will help you find your way
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