Our Team

About Jess

Jessica is the founder and director of Kids Plan-it, with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) from the University of Sydney, completed in 2009. She opened the doors of Kids Plan-it in 2010, while also working part-time in a paediatric practice in the Blue Mountains. Jessica has always had a passion for working with children, which began during her university years as a swimming teacher and support worker.

Over the years, Jessica’s clinical interests have developed to include supporting children with feeding and eating challenges, as well as those who experience difficulties with emotional regulation and sensory processing. She is also passionate about helping children with specific learning disorders and works closely with schools and preschools to improve their understanding of these issues.

As a mother of two, Jessica brings a personal perspective to her work, enjoying family time at the beach or cruising around Pittwater on weekends. She currently sees clients at the Warriewood clinic on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, and conducts feeding assessments at the Allambie clinic on Fridays.

About Chloe

Chloe completed her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at the Australian Catholic University. Following this, Chloe began her career at a not-for-profit organisation working with individuals on the autism spectrum. As part of this role, Chloe worked in a multidisciplinary learning support team for an autism specific school, working with students, parents and teachers. Chloe has experience in providing Positive Behaviour Support, focusing on implementing strategies and developing skills to increase the quality of life for individuals and their families. She is interested in many areas, including sensory processing, independence skills, and fine motor skills. Chloe is passionate about building the capacity of families as a whole by ensuring sessions are meaningful for both the child and family.

She currently works Monday – Thursday at our Allambie clinic and Friday at our Warriewood clinic.

About Chiran

Chiran completed his Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at Monash University in Victoria. His interest in paediatric OT began during a student placement in rural Gippsland, where he gained hands-on experience supporting children and families in regional communities. Since moving to Sydney, Chiran has worked across clinic, school, preschool, and home settings, supporting children with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties, developmental delay, and emotional regulation challenges.

Chiran takes a child-led, play-based approach to therapy, drawing on frameworks including DIR Floortime and sensory integration to create sessions that are engaging and meaningful. He has a particular interest in emotional regulation and supporting children to understand and manage their emotions with confidence. With a passion for group program design, he has developed and facilitated social skills programs and holiday groups to support children’s peer interaction and self-assurance. Chiran values equipping parents with practical strategies they can use at home, and works collaboratively with families, educators, and allied health professionals to help children build independence and transfer the skills they learn in therapy to everyday life.

Outside of work, Chiran enjoys staying active through sports and fitness, and has a keen interest in technology and finding creative ways to support children’s development. Chiran speaks English and Sinhala.

Chiran works at our Allambie clinic on Mondays and Wednesdays, and at our Warriewood clinic on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

About Hollee

Hollee completed her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at the Australian Catholic University. During this time, she worked as a sports coach teaching children aged 2.5 to 17 years. Within this role, she was required to run sports groups and holiday camps, as well as assisting with school pick up. Hollee also volunteered as a teacher’s aide at a primary school, supporting children with disabilities aged 8 – 12. She is passionate about helping children develop the skills they need to foster independence, confidence, and growth. Hollee works at our Allambie clinic on Monday and Friday, and at our Warriewood clinic Tuesday – Thursday.

About Rianna

Rianna completed her Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines. She moved to Australia to pursue a Master’s in Inclusive Education, driven by her passion to support inclusivity in school settings. During her time as a paediatric OT,  Rianna has worked with children with a range of neurodiverse conditions and needs, using emotional regulation strategies, sensory integration approaches, and strengths-based practices. She is passionate about helping children understand and manage their emotions, and she values empathy and compassion in every aspect of her work. Rianna is committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where children can feel seen, heard, and empowered to thrive. Rianna works at both our Warriewood and Allambie Clinics. Rianna speaks English and Filipino.

About Tessa

Tessa completed her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at the Australian Catholic University. She has a growing passion for collaborating with children to support their learning, development, and growth. During her studies, she embraced the importance of a strength-based approach, ensuring individuals feel empowered as their needs are recognised and supported.

Tessa has led a variety of summer holiday programs for K–6 students, where she loved creating fun, engaging experiences and forming meaningful connections with the children. She also spent time volunteering in a preschool setting, supporting children aged 3–5 years and further developing her interest in early childhood and school-aged development.

Tessa is enthusiastic about partnering with families to create meaningful experiences that empower children to thrive.

Tessa is working at our Warriewood clinic Mondays, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and our Allambie clinic on Tuesdays.

About Penny

Penny completed her Bachelor of Nursing before going on to complete a Master’s degree in Counselling, building a strong foundation for her work as an Occupational Therapist. She brings a wealth of knowledge and a holistic perspective to her practice, supporting children and adolescents to achieve their individual goals.

Penny takes a child-led, child-centred approach, incorporating each child or teen’s interests into therapy to support engagement and meaningful outcomes. She is passionate about helping her clients thrive and become the best version of themselves. Penny works collaboratively with parents, teachers, and other allied health professionals to provide a wrap-around, holistic service tailored to each family’s needs.

Throughout her career, Penny has developed a diverse range of strategies and tools, drawing on her multidisciplinary background. She is committed to ongoing professional development and staying at the forefront of evidence-based practice. Penny has further expanded her skill set by completing her Boxing Instructor Course and gaining accreditation as a Kids and Teen Yoga Teacher, integrating these approaches into her therapy where appropriate.

Penny has a strong interest in supporting overall wellbeing and enjoys incorporating creative and movement-based strategies into her sessions to support engagement and positive outcomes for her clients and their families.

Penny works at our Allambie clinic on Monday- Thursdays, and at our Warriewood clinic on Fridays.

Camila is part of our Kids Plan It admin team. With years of admin experience, she’s responsible for managing appointments, coordinating with therapists, handling client inquiries and ensuring a smooth experience for families. Camila is also currently studying a Bachelor of Social Science, driven by her passion for helping others, she loves making a difference and connecting with people, whether it’s through her work or in her personal life. Outside of work, Camila loves expressing herself through art, travelling, and spending weekends with family and friends. Fun fact: she can speak Spanish!

Ruby is part of our admin team. She is responsible for scheduling appointments, managing files and coordinating with clients and clinicians. She is currently completing her honours year in psychology and has a keen interest in clinical and developmental psychology and has a passion for working with people. Outside of work Ruby enjoys spending time outdoors, playing sports and spending time with friends and family.