Occupational Therapist

Wen Chii (Cheryl) Huang

I love being able to play and have fun with children as part of my job. It's also satisfying when children make progress and achieve their goals.

Some Fun Facts About Wen Chii (Cheryl)

Where were you born / Where did you grow up?  I was born and grew up in Malaysia.

 

What did you love to do as a kid?  I loved doing craft activities and spending time with my grandparents.

 

What did you want to be when you were growing up?  Either working in IT or a Doctor.

 

What is your favourite food?  Sarawak Laska

 

Where is your favourite holiday destination?  Anywhere my family is.

 

Where in the world would you like to go where you haven’t been before?  Antarctica to see penguins.

 

Tell us an interesting fact about you.  I have 5 siblings and 19 cousins.

 

What is your life motto?  Everything happens for a reason.

Cheryl graduated from Bond University with a Master of Occupational Therapy and has experience working with children in both the education setting and private practice.

Cheryl has developed a special interest in working with children to expand their early play, develop social skills and increase their independence in self-care tasks, particularly toileting.

Cheryl loves to work with children, their families and other stakeholders to achieve their individual goals and assist them to live fulfilling lives.  She is always looking to build on her knowledge and has continued her professional development completing the following courses:

  • OT with children: Principles of Assessment and Intervention (2022)
  • Self-regulation: It’s a state of mind (2023)
  • Self-care Workshop (2023)
  • Toileting Masterclass (2023)
  • Acceptance and Commitment – Therapy for Beginners (2024)
  • An introduction to DIR and DIRFloortime (2024)

Cheryl is a member of OT Australia and works from our Varsity Lakes and Cleveland clinics.