Is persistent pain getting in the way of the life you want?
- Feeling stuck or overwhelmed by persistent pain
- No longer able to do the activities that are important to you
- Struggling with work, family life, hobbies, exercise or everyday routines
- Feeling isolated or like others don’t understand what you’re going through
- Living with poor sleep, fatigue or low energy
- Feeling frustrated because you don’t feel heard or understood
- Finding that pain is affecting your confidence, mood or emotional wellbeing
Persistent pain doesn’t just affect how you feel—it affects how you live.
My goal is to help you gain the knowledge, confidence and practical skills to get back to doing the things that matter most to you.
I want you to leave with greater confidence, renewed hope and a clearer pathway towards living the life that’s important to you.
A Different Approach to Pain
Persistent pain is complex because every person’s experience is unique. That’s why my approach isn’t about applying the same approach to everyone.
I take the time to understand you—your story, your strengths, the challenges you’re facing, and the activities, relationships and goals that are important to your life.
Rather than focusing only on pain itself, we’ll explore the many factors influencing your recovery and identify practical, achievable strategies that help you move forward with greater confidence. Whether that’s returning to work, enjoying time with family, pursuing hobbies, travelling, exercising or simply feeling more like yourself again.
We can work together on:
🧠 Better understanding why pain persists
💪 Regaining confidence in your body and abilities
🏃 Returning to meaningful activities
😴 Improving sleep and managing fatigue
⚖️Managing your energy and pacing activities
❤️ Managing stress and emotional wellbeing
👨👩👧 Returning to work, family life and valued roles
Hi I am Amanda,
I’m an Occupational Therapist with more than 25 years’ experience and I have dedicated my practice to helping adults living with persistent pain regain confidence, reconnect with meaningful activities and move towards living fuller, more rewarding lives.
My approach is holistic, collaborative and grounded in contemporary pain science. As an experienced mental health OT I can also help with the psychological, emotional or behavioural approaches needed to support recovery.
✔ OTA-Endorsed Mental Health OT
✔ 25+ years’ experience
✔ Co-Convenor, OTA National Pain SIG
✔ Founder, OT Virtual Reality Community of Practice
✔ In-person sessions – Adelaide
✔ Telehealth Australia-wide
For Occupational Therapists & Allied Health Professionals
Alongside my clinical work, I’m passionate about supporting the profession through mentoring, innovation, virtual reality, and conversations that inspire new ways of thinking about healthcare.
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Contact Us
Phone: 0492 999 467
Email: admin@beinspiredgroup.com.au
