We aren’t about fitting in. We’re about stepping forward, fully and unmistakably, into a way of working that honours both skill and self.
Our Team
ABBEY
CAREER AND WORKPLACE COACH
Abbey’s clients consistently praise the way she listens to understand and has heightened awareness of trauma and neurodivergence. They feel heard and valued, as she instinctively ‘gets’ them without lengthy explanations.
Abbey specialises in career coaching for neurodivergent adults with a particular focus on the the co-occurrence of Autism and ADHD (AuDHD). She supports clients in identifying their strengths, structuring their careers around their cognitive and sensory needs, and developing strategies for self-advocacy, workplace navigation, and sustainable employment. Her work is especially relevant for those who have faced underemployment, workplace bullying, or career instability due to being misunderstood in traditional work environments.
Formerly an Organisational Change Manager, Abbey has worked across multiple industries, including banking, insurance, communications, I.T., technology, logistics, education, retail, performing arts, and not-for-profit, with a focus on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging across age, gender, LGBTQIA+, disability, trauma, CALD communities, and of course, neurodiversity.
Since transitioning into coaching in October 2022, Abbey has trained in Brain-Based Coaching, Trauma-Informed Coaching, ADHD Coaching, and Motivational Interviewing for Autism and ADHD. She has also studied Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Integrative Nutrition and Somatic Therapy for PTSD. Abbey is a member of the International Coaching Foundation (ICF) and the European Mentoring and Coaching Committee (EMCC).
She also draws from her own lived experience of neurodivergence as well as medical, therapeutic and developmental trauma, and success.
Alongside individual and group coaching, Abbey develops and facilitates workshops tailored to the needs of her AuDHD clients and their places of work. Blending innovative theatre techniques with practical strategies to empower participants and explore real-life issues. These workshops are designed to offer affordable assistance and foster community connection.
KARI
THEATRICAL WORKSHOP ADVISOR
Kari has extensive training in theatre and voice holding a BA (Hons 1) in Drama and an MA. During her PhD studies, she performed internationally. Her work uniquely integrates martial arts and theatre, creating a powerful approach to healing and transformation.
In her early career Kari trained with Augusto Boal in Theatre of the Oppressed, and voice studies included work with renowned coaches Diane Eden, Frankie Armstrong, and Zygmunt Molik from Jerzy Grotowski’s Laboratory Theatre, culminating in her master’s thesis, Voice Training in Australian Theatre. This formative period shaped her distinctive approach to using theatre for healing and transformation.
Kari co-founded Cracka Theatre Company, which toured Queensland schools with a program of Australian drama. During her PhD studies, she undertook a two-year exchange to Singapore, immersing herself in the local theatre scene, performing on stage, and appearing on television.
After a hiatus to pursue a corporate career in project management, Kari revitalised her artistic practice. She recently completed a summer intensive with the esteemed Butoh company Dairakudakan in Japan, culminating in the performance Prayer in Summer.
She has trained in martial arts—including hapkido, taekwondo, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu—earning a gold medal in kali stick weaponry and assisting in teaching self-defence for women.
IRENA
CONSULTANT OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Irena is a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist with diverse experience across paediatric, adult, and disability sectors. Her professional background includes roles in NDIS, hospital, and community settings, where she has supported individuals of all ages in achieving greater independence, confidence, and quality of life.
With a deep personal connection to neurodiversity, Irena brings empathy, authenticity, and a neuro-affirming approach to her practice. She is especially committed to working alongside Autistic and ADHD clients, including those diagnosed later in life, offering practical, strengths-based support that empowers self-understanding and self-advocacy.
Irena’s areas of interest include sensory regulation, executive functioning, assistive technology, and supporting families and individuals to build meaningful routines and environments that work for them. Her approach is creative, collaborative, and grounded in respect for each person’s lived experience.
She is passionate about creating safe, affirming spaces where clients feel heard, supported, and equipped to pursue their goals with confidence and clarity.
dexter (RIP)
MUSE
Blind since birth, Dexter processed and responded to the world very differently to sighted dogs.
Dexter was a confident, happy-go-lucky little dog who loved the park and who just happened to be blind. He could often be found hanging out at the park with his friends Frieda and Lutz and all the gang. Dexter loved running off with other dogs’ toys and destroying them.
However, being blind means Dexter encountered many more negative experiences than his sighted friends. He bumped into things, missed social cues of other dogs and could easily get hurt if he was unable to get out of the way.
Luckily, Dexter has had a highly strengths-based upbringing, including six months of targeted confidence-building training before transitioning into scent detection. While he may have been blind, he was anything but disabled!
Dexter’s experiences often resonated with the challenges and triumphs of many of our clients making him a relatable and inspiring presence.
Dexter’s Role in Our Workshops and Coaching:
Emotional Support: Dexter’s affectionate nature provided comfort and reduced anxiety, creating a calming environment conducive to personal growth. Interacting with dogs like Dexter has been shown to alleviate stress and enhance social responsiveness in individuals with autism and ADHD and trauma.
Social Engagement: His playful interactions encouraged clients to engage socially, fostering communication skills and building confidence in a non-judgmental setting. Animals can serve as social catalysts, promoting interactions that might otherwise be challenging.
Inspiration and Resilience: Dexter’s ability to thrive despite his blindness served as a powerful metaphor for overcoming obstacles, inspiring clients to embrace their unique strengths and persevere through challenges.
What Our Clients Say
Abbey is incredibly self-aware and wonderfully intelligent. Her natural ease and openness made it easy to engage and collaborate with her. I learned a lot about myself and how to leverage my unique way of processing. I am ready to take on the world! – P.W.
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