ABOUT

Melinda Shepherdson, the founder of In Motu Occupational Therapy in Margaret River, has many years of experience in a variety of Occupational Therapy roles, both in WA and internationally. She graduated with Distinction and was a member of the Vice Chancellor’s List from Curtin University of Technology with a Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy) in 1998. 

 

She specialises in community based multidisciplinary rehabilitation, with extensive experience working with individuals of all ages with disabilities conducting comprehensive assessments, treatment plans, interventions and developing detailed reports. Her expertise encompasses a broad range of areas including physical and psychosocial disability and impacts on function, often working with complex or multiple comorbidities requiring intensive case coordination. She collaborates closely with clients and their caregivers to achieve individualised goals, focusing on meaningful engagement and long term functional recovery within the home and community.

 

Growing up in the south west of Western Australia, Melinda developed a strong passion for nature and the outdoors. She covers the wider south west area and brings a wealth of knowledge and a warm, personable approach to therapy, working with clients to ensure positive outcomes.