Who we are
At PLP, we provide paediatric Occupational Therapy that supports the child and family - in ways that truly respect who they are.
Our services are neuroaffirming, strengths-based, and grounded in evidence. We celebrate neurodiversity and tailor our support to honour each individual’s unique learning profile, preferences, and pace.
We offer individualised support designed to facilitate participation in everyday activities, including learning at school, self-care, play, motor skills, and social engagement. Our approach focuses on holistic support and skill building that enables the individual to reach their full potential.
Our clinicians draw on a strong foundation of evidence-based practice to guide assessment and intervention. This includes supporting handwriting and written output, classroom participation, and the functional skills required to engage in day-to-day tasks — always in collaboration with families, educators, and other professionals.
At PLP, we don’t just work with children—we partner with families too. By equipping parents and carers with practical tools and strategies, we help extend progress beyond the therapy session and into everyday life.
Empowering children. Supporting families. Building a bridge to meaningful participation—while honouring every learner’s identity.
Alice Garcia
Allied Health Assistant
Meet the Team
Olivia Mance
Director, Occupational Therapist
Meet Ella!
Hi, my name is Ella! I am a university student currently studying at Monash University in my final year of a Bachelor of Health Science and I am hoping to complete a Master of Occupational Therapy post graduating.
I am eagerly passionate about working with people of all ages to encourage positive outcomes and empower people each day. I enjoy playing sports and going out with my friends throughout the week as well as cooking new things.
I look forward to being a welcoming face at the clinic, helping everyone feel at home from the moment they arrive!
Meet Charlene!
Charlene is an experience early childhood teacher and we are so excited to have her on board running our school readiness groups.
More about Charlene coming soon!
Meet Olivia!
Olivia is a Senior Occupational Therapist with experience supporting children and families. Olivia has completed additional training and is a Sounds-Write practitioner and CO-OP certified therapist, making her highly equipped to develop children’s literacy and motor skills.
Olivia brings a holistic OT perspective to therapy, supporting children with a variety of goals. Her additional training in evidence-based learning frameworks informs her clinical reasoning and strengthens her ability to support children who find learning tasks challenging.
Olivia throughly enjoys forming connections with each little learner and providing them with a safe space to step into their full potential. Her approach ensures that each learner is supported comprehensively, fostering confidence and success in their educational and life journey.
Outside of work Olivia enjoys crafts, walking her Jack Russell and chai lattes.
Ella Syphers
Administration Support
Meet Alice!
Alice is a qualified Allied Health Assistant specialising in Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology and has over 25 years’ experience working with children and families.
Alice started her career as a Montessori teacher in the U.K working in Early Years Education. After moving to Melbourne and having her children she ran her own business providing music and movement classes to Mum’s and bubs.
Alice has a real passion for helping others and subsequently decided to re-train as an Allied Health Assistant. She then moved into working in the disability sector, providing Occupational therapy and Speech Pathology sessions for NDIS clients and running early intervention groups.
In her spare time Alice enjoys spending time with her family, going for beach walks, tennis and reading.
Charlene King
Early Childhood Teacher
Helping children thrive in learning and life!
Through neuro-affirming, evidence based OT.
