Hi. I'm Rachel Elliott.
Hi. I'm Rachel Elliott.
For Occupational therapists and allied health practitioners.
Welcome to
Nurturing Connections.
I’ve had a long, winding career across two decades of occupational therapy. From public health to founding a company, clinical supervision to being hands-on with clients, one philosophy leads the way. A calm, collaborative, supportive approach is what empowers people to thrive, achieving more than they ever thought possible.
I use this approach to make a difference for clients, parents and practitioners — uplifting OTs to flourish in career and business, while touching the lives of clients each day.
Occupational therapists are invited into my world, where I welcome you to take shortcuts from my experience. OT is a unique industry that weaves many skill sets together, but you don’t have to navigate without a map. Together, we find clarity, uncover your best path forward, help you dodge pitfalls and set you steps ahead to make a real, impactful difference through occupational therapy.
Plant your seeds here. I’ll nurture you to grow and thrive.
Supervision, mentoring and training.
Become the practitioner you were meant to be.
From career to clinic, business to client care, success looks different for every OT. With so many paths forward, it can be disorienting to manage your aspirations while balancing every bit of your beautiful life. I’m here to bring clarity to your occupational therapy journey.
Supervision & mentoring
Clarity is what I offer through supervision, mentorship and coaching — whether we are discussing clinic and clients or strategising your business. I nurture your relationship with clients, career and yourself, so you carve a path you’re proud of.
training & workshops
Occupational therapists are brightest when we bloom together. Flourish and thrive with webinars and online workshops designed to power your OT career, while absorbing bite-size bits of wisdom through downloadable resources.
We are Nurturing Connections
“Rachel‘s skill, knowledge, experience and kindness makes her a great supervisor and clinical mentor. Sessions are flexibly structured to my individual needs and goals, keeping that “human element“ and lived experience to supervision sessions. She supports to evoke curious thought and encourages self exploration and problem-solving. Rachel shares genuine interest in my wins and successes in my clinical and personal life. Rachel‘s own experience as a clinician, business owner and clinical leader is paramount to her success and skill as a supervisor. As an OT and business owner myself, I’m very grateful and lucky to have Rachel as an external supervisor. Everybody needs a Rachel!”
Rachael M - Occupational Therapist
Podcast
How to Approach Pragmatic Planning as an Allied Health Business Owner
I was recently interviewed by Cathy Love in her podcast for Allied Health Business Owners. Tune in to hear all about my journey from an OT to a business owner and some stories about clinical supervision at https://www.nacre.com.au/podcast-approach-pragmatic-planning-allied-health-business-owner/
We are Nurturing Connections
Occupational therapy is about people.
Let’s be great ones.
Those who wander into the Nurturing Connections world are encouraged to abide by a set of values that lead our work each day. We lead businesses and client care with a philosophy that empowers everyone to thrive.
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We fulfil our promises, take ownership of commitments and show integrity in everything we do.
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We demonstrate compassion as we create safe spaces for reflection, learning and feedback.
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We are grateful to be able to support and encourage others, and we share this gratitude often.
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We take ownership and responsibility, without excuses, blame or denial to hold us back.
How I’ve planted my roots in occupational therapy…
21 years as an Occupational Therapist
10 years as an Occupational Therapist Supervisor
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, University of Newcastle
Medicare Provider for Chronic Diseases and Better Access to Mental Health
AHPRA registration #OCC0001726608