Occupational Therapist
Chloe Connelly
I love working together to help people reach their full potential and really thrive.
Some Fun Facts About Chloe
Where were you born / Where did you grow up? I was born in Scotland.
What did you love to do as a kid? As a kid, I loved to dance, ride my bike and make up shows to show friends and family.
What did you want to be when you were growing up? I wanted to be either a teacher or a nurse. I knew I wanted to work with children and families, but didn’t know what OT was yet.
What is your favourite food? Pizza or pasta – anything Italian.
Where is your favourite holiday destination? Right now, Australia! I am new here and I am enjoying exploring the beautiful beaches and towns.
Where in the world would you like to go where you haven’t been before? New Zealand or Bali.
Tell us an interesting fact about you. I am an ambidextrous OT. I can use both hands equally. (Although I tend to use my right).
What is your life motto? We can always try again tomorrow.
Hey, I’m Chloe! My friends describe me as kind, caring and very approachable.
I graduated with an MSc in Occupational Therapy in Edinburgh, Scotland. I previously worked as a Paediatric OT for the NHS in Scotland. I worked alongside Physiotherapists and Speech and Language Therapists.
I previously studied as a Primary Teacher and worked with children and young people in schools, kindergarten and youth clubs. I have over 10 years experience working with children and young people, and I have broad experience working with a variety of ages and diagnoses.
I loved teaching, but found my real passion in OT, as I enjoy helping others to reach their full potential and really thrive. I enjoy having the time and capacity to work closely with children and their families, to work towards fulfilling goals and knowing that I have helped make a difference.
I believe that the child or young person and their family should always be placed at the centre of all care, support and matters which affect them. I find it is paramount that support and therapy is catered to the individual and to their needs and goals.
I am very professional and respectful of others. I am always keen to learn about different cultures and ways of thinking. I am very creative and resourceful, and I love bringing this into my therapy.
I am passionate about my career. I regularly refer to evidence-based practice in my work, and I like to keep up-to-date with research and new findings. I see myself as a lifelong learner.
I am keen to immerse myself in the Australian healthcare system and also bring my knowledge and experiences from Scotland into the mix!
Chloe works from our Cleveland clinic.