About Allied Health Warrior

Who We Are

Allied Health Warrior is a professional community created for allied health practitioners who care deeply about their work and want practical support behind them. Whether you’re just starting out, refining your clinical skills, or stepping into leadership, we provide practical learning, mentoring, and a supportive network to help you grow with confidence in your professional journey.

What We Offer Allied Health Professionals

  • CPD-eligible Online Courses
    Flexible, evidence-informed learning designed for real-world clinical practice. Learn at your own pace while supporting your CPD requirements.
  • Interactive, practical sessions focused on case-based learning and strategies you can apply in your practice.
  • 1:1 Mentorship Personalised guidance from experienced allied health professionals to support professional growth, leadership development, and clinical confidence.
  • Case Conferences and Clinical Discussions
    Collaborative learning sessions that support critical thinking, peer connection, and clinical insight.
  • Podcast and Presentation Library
    On-demand access to clinician interviews, professional insights, and practical development resources.
  • Professional Community
    A supportive network of allied health professionals committed to learning, connection, and professional growth.
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Why Join Allied Health Warrior

CPD-Focused Learning

Our courses and resources are designed to support ongoing professional development while helping you meet CPD requirements.

Practical, Real-World Education

We focus on strategies and knowledge that can be applied directly in clinical practice, helping professionals build confidence and competence.

Clinician-Led Content

Learn from experienced allied health practitioners and industry leaders who understand the realities of working in healthcare.

Flexible Learning Experience

Access courses, workshops, and resources anytime so you can learn at your own pace and fit development into your schedule.

Supportive Professional Community

Connect with a network of allied health professionals who share knowledge, experiences, and support each other’s growth.

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Through courses, mentorship, discussions, and resources, we provide ongoing opportunities to develop new skills and stay updated with industry insights.

Meet the Allied Health Warrior Team

Behind Allied Health Warrior is a team of experienced allied health professionals, educators, and mentors who support practical professional development across allied health.

We are clinicians first, which means our learning resources are shaped by real-world experience, evidence-informed practice, and the everyday challenges of healthcare work.

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Sarah-Louise Higgins

BSc (hons) Occ Thy

Occupational Therapy

With international experience and a strong clinical background, Sarah-Louise mentors OTs in adult care, pressure care, AT, and progressive conditions like Parkinson’s and MS, bringing practical insight, leadership, and a commitment to multidisciplinary care.

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Rebecca Small

BAppSc(OT) (Hons)

Occupational Therapy: Assistive Technology

With extensive experience in neurological rehab and assistive technology, Rebecca offers thoughtful, tailored mentorship that empowers clinicians to deliver meaningful, person-centred outcomes.

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Mahek Bansal

B AppSc (OT) (Hons)

Occupational Therapy: Paediatrics

As a paediatric OT, Mahek mentors clinicians in supporting children & young adults to achieve functional goals. With interests in sensory processing, emotional regulation & executive function, she offers practical, family-centred guidance.

Elise Smeets

BApSc (OT), MHlthSc

Occupational Therapy: New Graduates

Elise Smeets leads structured mentorship for new graduate OTs, combining 15+ years of clinical experience with a practical, evidence-based approach to help early-career clinicians build confidence and capability.

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Kieran Doyle

APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist APAM MACP, MMuscPhysio, GradCertMuscPhysio, MPhty, BAppSc(Ex&SpSc).

Physiotherapy

An APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Kieran mentors clinicians in cervico-shoulder care, tendinopathy, and assistive planning. He draws on his 18+ years of experience and his leadership as National Head of Clinical Development to support practitioner excellence in physiotherapy.

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Louise Condon

BPhy (Hons)

Neurological Physiotherapy

With international experience and a strong focus on neurological rehab, she mentors physiotherapists in evidence-based exercise programs for conditions like MS, Parkinson’s, brain and spinal cord injury, and other neurodegenerative disorders. Louise supports physiotherapists working in neuro to grow their skills and clinical reasoning, believing in the power of movement for every individual.

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Jessica Graham

BExSc & BExPhys (Hons)

Exercise Physiology

Jess supports EP's build skills in neurological rehabilitaion, paediatrics, and functional retraining, using a strengths-based, real-world approach to help clinicians deliver meaningful, movement-focused care. Her mentoring blends nervous system–informed strategies with practical motor retraining, helping practitioners apply evidence-based techniques in everyday practice.

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Rachel Hardcastle

Behaviour Support

With over 16 years in Behaviour Support, Rachel mentors practitioners and leaders to build confidence, clinical reasoning, and person-centred practice, especially in complex and forensic cases. Known for her calm, honest approach, she supports teams to grow through reflective discussion, high-quality reporting, and a shared commitment to ethical, evidence-informed care. Her mentorship assists practitioners navigate complex cases, and create sustainable, positive change for the people they support.

Community Experiences

Sarah Mitchell

“Allied Health Warrior is built around shared learning, practical support, and professional connection. Our community gives allied health professionals a space to keep learning, ask questions, and feel supported in their work.

James Lawson

“The mentorship and workshops gave me the confidence to improve my clinical decision making. The content is relevant and delivered by professionals who truly understand the field.”

Emily Richardson

“I love the flexibility of the learning platform. I can complete courses in my own time while still gaining valuable insights that improve the way I work with my clients.”

Daniel Kim

“Being part of the Allied Health Warrior community has helped me grow professionally and connect with other allied health practitioners who share the same passion for learning.”

Our Vision and Mission

Vision

Our mission is to support allied health professionals through quality education, practical learning, and a supportive professional community. We aim to provide accessible resources, mentoring, and training that help practitioners build their skills and continue growing in their professional journey.

Mission

Our vision is to build a supportive community of allied health professionals who value confidence, knowledge, and continuous learning. Through collaboration and evidence-informed education, we aim to support professional growth across allied health.