Sarah-Louise Higgins
BSc (Hons) Occ Thy
National Head of Clinical Development – Occupational Therapy
Key Areas of Focus:
- Pressure care and injury prevention
- Assistive technology and home modifications
- Manual handling and safer care practices
- Adult rehabilitation and community-based therapy
- Dementia care and mental health support
- Progressive neurological conditions (including Parkinson’s disease, motor neuron disease, and MS)
- Multidisciplinary teamwork for complex client needs
- Clinical reasoning and reflective practice
About Sarah-Louise
With more than a decade of experience in occupational therapy across Australia, the UK, and Europe, Sarah-Louise Higgins is a respected clinical educator and National Head of Clinical Development. She holds a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Occupational Therapy from the University of Northampton, United Kingdom, and completed an international exchange at JAMK University in Finland.
Sarah-Louise’s career spans roles in community hospitals and home care, always with a strong commitment to the multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach for optimal client outcomes. She has taught best practice in pressure care for NSW hospitals and delivered manual handling training to large organisations, equipping teams with practical skills for safer care.
Her professional background includes years as an assistive technology advisor, predominantly within the home care and rehabilitation settings. Sarah-Louise is passionate about occupational therapy in the adult sector, with a keen interest in dementia care and mental health. She has extensive experience supporting people with progressive conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, motor neuron disease, and MS, always focusing on enhancing quality of life.
Known for her personable manner and evidence-based approach, Sarah-Louise is dedicated to mentoring colleagues, sharing knowledge, and advancing excellence throughout the occupational therapy community.
Why You Should Book Mentoring with Sarah-Louise?
- Deep knowledge of pressure care, assistive technology, manual handling, and home modifications
- Experience in dementia care, mental health, and progressive neurological conditions
- Practical, evidence-based strategies for real-world clinical challenges
- Supportive, approachable, and committed to your professional growth
Mentoring Options:
 Sarah-Louise offers:
- Single Sessions: Targeted support for specific challenges
- 5 Session IDP Bundle: Structured growth with measurable outcomes and a personalised Individual Development Plan
- 10 Session MDT Bundle: Flexible mentoring across disciplines, with the ability to switch mentors for each session
All sessions may be eligible for CPD claim and can be reimbursed through your professional development budget. Documentation is provided for AHPRA, and Occupational Therapy Board requirements.
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More By Sarah-Louise Higgins
Together For Pressure Care
Together For Pressure Care is a four-part training series presented by Occupational Therapist Sarah-Louise Higgins, and is designed to equip allied health professionals with practical knowledge and clinical reasoning for pressure injury prevention and management. The course covers pressure injury staging, risk factors, screening tools, and the OT’s role in multidisciplinary care, with a focus on real-world application and collaborative practices.
