Christian, with degrees in Science and Nursing, brings a wealth of expertise honed through extensive experience in emergency and geriatric care. His hands-on clinical background has provided him with deep insights into managing complex medical needs, particularly in high-pressure environments. As a Registered and Clinical Nurse, Christian plays a pivotal role at JSA as an approved practitioner for Functional Capacity and Nursing Assessments under the NDIS.

Christian’s approach is guided by a deep commitment to person-centred care, ensuring that the individuals we support receive services tailored to their unique needs. His role includes collaborating closely with our multidisciplinary team to ensure that all aspects of care—from medical to developmental—are seamlessly integrated. His leadership in clinical services is invaluable, ensuring high standards and fostering an environment of respect, dignity, and empowerment for all clients.

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Christian is also dedicated to staying current with his field's latest research and developments. His focus on continuous learning allows him to implement the most effective and up-to-date nursing practices for neurodivergent individuals with complex health conditions. Outside of his professional role, Christian enjoys engaging with research and staying at the forefront of best practices in the healthcare field.

As a Clinical Psychologist, Dr Hugo Gonzales brings a deeply respectful, affirming and evidence-informed approach to his work with autistic, ADHD and neurodivergent clients.

He is committed to creating an assessment and therapeutic space where each person’s neurotype, identity and lived experience are recognised with dignity. His work is grounded in respect for diversity, clinical care and an understanding that every client’s profile is unique.

Dr Gonzales integrates evidence-based practice with a neuroaffirming lens, supporting clients to better understand their strengths, challenges, support needs and next steps. His approach is inclusive, nonjudgemental and focused on helping people feel seen, heard and properly understood.

Adele is a Developmental Educator, qualified teacher, and social researcher with extensive experience supporting individuals with complex disabilities across the lifespan, as well as the families and systems that support them. Her practice is grounded in respect for personhood, communication rights, and lived experience, informed by both professional expertise and personal insight.
With a strong background in inclusive education, developmental therapy, and community-based support, Adele works alongside individuals to build agency, confidence, and meaningful participation in everyday life. She is particularly passionate about supporting communication, learning, self-expression, and autonomy through neurodiversity affirming approaches that honour diverse ways of thinking and being.
Adele has worked across education, allied health, healthcare and advisory settings, bringing a broad systems perspective to her work. She has extensive experience in assessment, capacity-focused reporting, collaborative goal-setting, and translating complex recommendations into practical, achievable supports that fit within people’s real lives.
Alongside her practice, Adele is an experienced writer and researcher, with ongoing involvement in co-design projects and advisory roles focused on improving outcomes for people with complex disability. Her doctoral research explores lived experiences of therapy across childhood. 
Adele’s approach is collaborative, reflective, and values-driven. She believes meaningful outcomes emerge when people are listened to, respected as experts in their own lives, and supported to shape goals that truly matter to them.
Outside of her professional work, Adele loves being outdoors, playing with her children, and hanging upside down in aerial yoga!

Stephanie is an Occupational Therapist with a specialised background supporting neurodivergent clients, from paediatric private practice to community-based mental health across paediatrics and adults in both Sydney metropolitan and FIFO rural settings.

She holds a Master of Occupational Therapy and brings a valuable hands-on perspective from earlier roles as an OT Assistant and Disability Support Worker. Combined with undergraduate studies in Sociology in the United States, these experiences have shaped a holistic, systems-thinking approach to her work. She has a deep appreciation of how socialisation, environment, culture, and connection shape a person's development, identity, and experience of the world, an understanding that sits naturally alongside her clinical knowledge of neurodevelopment, sensory processing, and regulation.
 

Stephanie's approach to assessment is rooted in evidence-based frameworks that inform how she observes and understands the functional lives of neurodivergent individuals across the lifespan. She is committed to neuro-affirming, trauma-sensitive, and strengths-based practice, bringing a non-judgmental stance and deep respect for each person's unique strengths, challenges, and way of experiencing the world, ensuring every person she works with feels seen, understood, and genuinely honoured throughout the assessment process.

Raquel is a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist with over 12 years of experience working across paediatrics, community-based rehabilitation, and family-centred practice. Her extensive background includes delivering Functional Capacity Assessments, writing evidence-informed support letters, prescribing low-cost assistive technology, and recommending practical home modifications to enhance safety, independence, and everyday participation.

With a strong foundation in developmental and community practice, Raquel has spent much of her career supporting children, teens, and families navigating disability-related needs. She has designed and facilitated summer programs, supervised occupational therapy practitioners, and provided training for families to better understand and respond to their child’s strengths, sensory needs, and developmental profile.

Raquel’s work is guided by a commitment to accessible, neuroaffirming, and evidence-based care - values strongly aligned with the mission of Jardin Spectrum Assist. She believes that meaningful outcomes emerge through collaboration, respect, and empowering clients and their support networks. Her practice is grounded in understanding each person’s goals, environment, and lived experiences, ensuring support plans and recommendations are truly individualised.

As part of the Jardin Spectrum Assist team, Raquel brings her depth of clinical experience, warm interpersonal style, and passion for inclusive practice to help participants build skills, confidence, and independence in ways that honour their autonomy and identity.

Outside of work, Raquel enjoys travelling, camping, and unwinding through racket sports with friends and family.

Michael is an Occupational Therapist with experience supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults, particularly at the intersection of neurodivergence and mental health across the lifespan. His approach is neuroaffirming, trauma-informed, and grounded in each person’s strengths and lived experience. Michael places strong emphasis on trust and connection, walking alongside individuals as they navigate their unique path toward recovery and growth.

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Michael holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy and additional qualifications in the creative arts. As part of the Jardin Spectrum Assist team, he combines his clinical experience, creativity, and compassion to provide individualised and affirming support.

In his downtime, Michael enjoys Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, baking sourdough, playing video games,  exploring new food spots, deep-diving into YouTube rabbit holes, and spending time with loved ones.

Sheryl, with an extensive background in operations and management, ensures the smooth running of Jardin Spectrum Assist. She oversees daily operations and ensures that the services we provide are delivered to the highest standards of quality and care.

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Sheryl's strategic vision has been instrumental in driving continuous improvement within our organisation. Her leadership supports the team in staying responsive to the evolving needs of our clients, ensuring that our services are always person-centred, strengths-based, and neurodiversity-affirming. With a hands-on approach to problem-solving, Sheryl fosters a work environment built on collaboration, respect, and professionalism.

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Under Sheryl’s leadership, JSA has continued to grow and evolve, focusing on providing tailored services that meet the unique needs of every client. She is committed to fostering a workplace culture where our team feel supported, which translates into the high-quality care we offer to the people we serve.

With over 28 years of experience in the disability and aged care sectors, Tanya brings a wealth of knowledge and professionalism to her role as Community Engagement Coordinator at JSA.

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Her focus is on building strong connections with the community and fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders. Tanya ensures that JSA’s services remain inclusive, responsive, and accessible to clients and their families, while strengthening partnerships across the broader disability sector.

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Her extensive background and commitment to advocacy enrich our practice and help us continue delivering services that are respectful, person-centred, and aligned with the diverse needs of the people we support.

Shenna supports the administrative operations of JSA, helping to ensure that the practice runs smoothly and that clients and families experience a welcoming and organised service from their first contact with the team. She assists with appointment coordination, client communication, and administrative tasks that support the day-to-day running of the practice.

With strong organisational skills and attention to detail, Shenna helps ensure that information is managed carefully and appointments run as efficiently as possible. Her friendly and approachable manner supports families when navigating enquiries, bookings, and access to services.

Through her work behind the scenes, Shenna contributes to the collaborative and supportive environment at JSA. Her commitment to professionalism and attentive service helps maintain an organised and responsive practice environment, enabling clinicians to focus on providing high-quality, neurodiversity-affirming care.