Christine Doris

SENIOR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST | CLINIC DIRECTOR

Christine is our experienced and compassionate senior occupational therapist and clinical director who brings over 17 years of clinical expertise to Aligned Allied Health. Originally from the North of Ireland, Christine completed her occupational therapy degree at James Cook University (JCU) and has since worked across Australia in both public and private sectors.

Since 2007, Christine has supported individuals with a diverse range of needs from stroke and neurological rehabilitation to lymphoedema management, vocational rehabilitation, and psychosocial recovery. Her extensive work alongside Australian Defence Force (ADF) and Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) clients has shaped her holistic and person-centred approach, grounded in empathy, resilience, and evidence-based care.

As Clinic Director, Christine leads with heart and integrity. She is deeply passionate about promoting mental health and wellbeing for clients, clinicians, and the wider community alike. She believes that true healing happens when people feel seen, supported, and empowered to take ownership of their health journey.

Outside of the clinic, Christine enjoys weekends spent on Stradbroke Island with her husband and daughter, soaking up the coastal air and enjoying simple, slow moments that refill her own cup.

“My practice is guided by the belief that wellbeing is multidimensional, encompassing physical, emotional, and social health. I strive to support individuals to regain confidence, independence, and purpose through meaningful engagement in the activities that matter most to them.”

Please see Christine’s clinical areas + availability below.

    • Adolescent + Adult Clients

    • Physical + Psychosocial Disabilities

    • Trauma-informed, Neuro-affirming + Neurodiverse Care

    • ADL + Home Assessments

    • Workplace Assessment + Corporate Wellbeing

    • Assessment + Reporting: FCA, SDA, SIL, ILO

    • Aids + Equipment Prescription

    • Major + Minor Home Modifications

    • Falls Prevention + Planning

    • Carer Plan Development + Psychoeducation + Training

    • Emotional, Behavioural, + Sensory Regulation

    • Routine Development

    • Memory + Cognition Intervention

    • Executive Functioning Strategies

    • Sleep Hygiene + Fatigue Management

    • Upper limb + hand therapy

    • Stroke Rehabilitation

    • Vocational Rehabilitation + Transition Support (i.e., university transition)

    • Lymphoedema Management

    • Interpersonal + Social Skill Support (Romantic, Platonic, Friendship + Family)

    • Community Engagement

    • Skill Development for Everyday Activities

    • Goal Development + Planning + Ongoing Monitoring

    • Teenagers & Adults

    • Psychosocial Conditions (i.e., Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, OCD)

    • Psychological Conditions (i.e., Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder)

    • Physical Conditions (i.e., Motor Neuron Disease, Stroke, Paralysis)

    • Neurological Conditions (i.e., ADHD, ASD)

    • Complex Cognitive Conditions

    • ADL Retraining Requirements (i.e., Sleep, Self-Cares, Community Engagement, Study)

    • Sensory processing + Interoception

    • Adjustment difficulties

    • Occupational + Vocational Issues (Workplace, Corporate, Work)

    • Stress + Burnout

    • Social Isolation

    • Environmental Access + Modifications

    • Motivational Interviewing

    • Substance Dependency

  • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday + Friday

    8:30am to 4:30pm

  • Full registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

    Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Science (Honours), James Cook University

    Master of Health Science, Stroke Management Specialisation, Newcastle University

    Certificate IV in Government Injury Rehabilitation Management, COMCARE

    Lymphoedema Management – Level 1 Qualification

    Environmental Modifications - Level 1 Qualification

    Member of the Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA)

    Member of World Federation of Occupational Therapists

    Mental Health First Aid

  • NDIS: Yes, Self + Plan Managed

    WorkCover: Yes

    Comcare: Yes

    CTP Insurance: Yes

    Private Health: Yes

    MyAgedCare: Yes

    Medicare: Yes

    Medicolegal: Yes

    Age: 14 +

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