Kiora Woodford Occupational Therapist

Kiora is an occupational therapist who is experienced in working with young and older adults with psychiatric disabilities. Kiora currently works casually with Barwon Occupational Therapy as well as full time in a recovery orientated program with both Austin Health and Mind Australia. Kiora also currently volunteers with VACRO in a women's mentoring program. Kiora has done training in motivational interviewing and recent training in 'Environmental Approaches with people who have Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia'. Kiora has completed her studies of 'Helping children with Autism'. Kiora is skilled in sensory modulation, functional assessments and facilitation of practical and recovery orientated groups. Kiora has a gentle and compassionate nature who always has the clients' best interest at heart. Kiora values person centred practice, creativity, health, wellbeing and quality of life. Kiora is committed in continuing to develop her professional skills and knowledge and apply this to her work using evidenced based practice.