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Meet The Team
Roshelle Porter
Owner/Senior Occupational Therapist
In 2015, Roshelle attained her Master of Occupational Therapy degree with Dean's Honours following her previous studies, which included a Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition) and a Master of International Public Health.
Since her graduation, Roshelle has been actively engaged in occupational therapy roles at Sensational Kids OT (Kirrawee) and Unique Kids Clinic (North Wollongong). In these positions, she provided support to children diganosed with Autism, ADHD, PDA, Global Developmental Delay, Regulatory Differences, Sensory Processing Differences, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Learning Differences, and Restricted Eating.
Throughout her career, Roshelle has demonstrated a commitment to professional development and education. She conducted workshops for new graduate pediatric occupational therapists and facilitated online educational initiatives for external clinics. She also created online educational resources for clients, their families, and fellow professionals, in addition to offering valuable support to families through Parent Coaching sessions.
Roshelle's involvement extends to leading various specialized groups and programs, such as Camp Connect Groups, Sense Rugby, S.O.S Feeding Groups, Outdoor Adventure Groups, Surfing Programs, and School Readiness programs. She has also lent her expertise to consult with preschools, aiding in the inclusion of children with specific needs. Furthermore, Roshelle successfully completed the Practicum Program at Camp Jabiru and has provided professional supervision to Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Assistants.
Since her graduation, Roshelle has been actively engaged in occupational therapy roles at Sensational Kids OT (Kirrawee) and Unique Kids Clinic (North Wollongong). In these positions, she provided support to children diganosed with Autism, ADHD, PDA, Global Developmental Delay, Regulatory Differences, Sensory Processing Differences, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Learning Differences, and Restricted Eating.
Throughout her career, Roshelle has demonstrated a commitment to professional development and education. She conducted workshops for new graduate pediatric occupational therapists and facilitated online educational initiatives for external clinics. She also created online educational resources for clients, their families, and fellow professionals, in addition to offering valuable support to families through Parent Coaching sessions.
Roshelle's involvement extends to leading various specialized groups and programs, such as Camp Connect Groups, Sense Rugby, S.O.S Feeding Groups, Outdoor Adventure Groups, Surfing Programs, and School Readiness programs. She has also lent her expertise to consult with preschools, aiding in the inclusion of children with specific needs. Furthermore, Roshelle successfully completed the Practicum Program at Camp Jabiru and has provided professional supervision to Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Assistants.
Jayen Francis
Senior Speech and Language Pathologist
After graduating from Cumberland College of Health Sciences (University of Sydney) in 1981, Jayen embarked on her career, initially working in Sydney and along the South Coast of NSW. She dedicated several years to assisting both children and adults with various physical disabilities and neurodiversity, collaborating with hospitals, health centers, and schools.
In 2001, Jayen made a significant move to the Northern Territory, where she contributed to the Children's Development Team for the Northern Territory Government. In this capacity, she played a pivotal role in delivering services to children across urban, rural, and remote areas, working closely with colleagues from the Education Department and Catholic Schools Office. In 2014, she returned to NSW to work with the Maitland-Newcastle Catholic Schools Office.
Throughout her career, Jayen has had the privilege of working with children and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. Her profound passion and expertise lie in the realms of neurodiversity, childhood speech and language development (including Childhood Apraxia of Speech), as well as Auditory Processing and Literacy.
Jayen's approach incorporates the integration of music and movement into her sessions, adding an element of joy while enhancing the learning and growth experience. As a Certified Practising Member of Speech Pathology Australia, she upholds unwavering dedication to ethical, high-quality, and professional practice.
Jayen is thrilled to be part of Spirited Connections alongside Roshelle, contributing to the holistic support of the children and families served by Spirited Connections.
In 2001, Jayen made a significant move to the Northern Territory, where she contributed to the Children's Development Team for the Northern Territory Government. In this capacity, she played a pivotal role in delivering services to children across urban, rural, and remote areas, working closely with colleagues from the Education Department and Catholic Schools Office. In 2014, she returned to NSW to work with the Maitland-Newcastle Catholic Schools Office.
Throughout her career, Jayen has had the privilege of working with children and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. Her profound passion and expertise lie in the realms of neurodiversity, childhood speech and language development (including Childhood Apraxia of Speech), as well as Auditory Processing and Literacy.
Jayen's approach incorporates the integration of music and movement into her sessions, adding an element of joy while enhancing the learning and growth experience. As a Certified Practising Member of Speech Pathology Australia, she upholds unwavering dedication to ethical, high-quality, and professional practice.
Jayen is thrilled to be part of Spirited Connections alongside Roshelle, contributing to the holistic support of the children and families served by Spirited Connections.
Angela Standley
Occupational Therapist
Angela completed a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at Southern Cross University on the Gold Coast, following her previous studies and career in environmental management and communications. Angela is passionate about creating relationships with her clients, discovering their strengths and interests, and supporting them where they are at. Angela is passionate about working with children and their families collaboratively to achieve goals in a way which works for them. Angela is an avid learner and is continually developing her clinical skills in a range of areas to get the best outcomes for her clients including Paediatric therapy, DIR Floortime, Toileting, Executive function, Sleep, Social skills, Trauma-informed care, Emotional regulation, Interoception and more. She is passionate about and dedicated to further strengthening her approach to be truly neurodiversity affirming. When not working with clients, Angela enjoys spending time with her family, attempting to grow things in her garden, yoga and being in nature.