Meet the BillyLids Therapy team

Robyn joined the BillyLids team in January 2024.  Hailing from South Africa, she and her family moved to Australia at the end of 2022, and they spent a year in North Queensland, before relocating to Brisbane.

Robyn graduated from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, in 2011.  She spent a year working in a rural hospital, where she was the only Occupational Therapist and supported patients across the age range, with a variety of physical, psychological and developmental challenges.  From there, she knew that working with children was her passion and she joined a few paediatric Occupational Therapy practices, in order to learn from some of the most experienced therapists in the greater Durban area.  During this time, she trained in Ayres Sensory Integration and has since used the skills learned throughout her practice.  In 2016, Robyn opened her own private practice, which was based within two primary schools in the Durban area.  This practice continues to run, under the direction of different therapists.

As an OT, Robyn focuses on viewing her clients holistically, not only their areas of difficulty.  She is passionate about facilitating participation in all facets of life by developing skills from the ground up.  She loves to get to know each little billylids, getting down to their level and having a load of fun, while working towards achieving goals.

At home, Robyn is a wife and mother of two of her own billylids, as well as five furbabies!  As a semi-professional ballerina in the past, she loves to be both active and creative.  But now it is her turn to be the ballet and/or soccer mom in her ‘free’ time!

Kirsty joined the BillyLids Therapy team as an Occupational Therapist in 2024. She is a Brisbane local and completed her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at University of Queensland in 2011. She was a classmate of head of Allied Health Rosanna. 

Kirsty has over 10 years of experience working with children, with particular experience with physical disabilities including cerebral palsy, and genetic disorders. Kirsty has a passion for working supporting communication and accessing technology  through alternative access methods, supporting early intervention for hand skills for children with physical impairments, and functional life skills including overcoming toileting challenges  and feeding difficulties. Kirsty has a diverse range of experience providing support through therapy, complex equipment prescription, minor home modifications and vehicle modifications. 

Outside of work Kirsty enjoys being outdoors, ocean swimming, hiking and camping. 

Meet Charmaine – our fun-loving and passionate paediatric occupational therapist at BillyLids Therapy! Charmaine joined the team in January 2025, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a heart full of care for kids and their families. Originally from Cebu, Philippines, she made the move to Brisbane in 2022 to continue her journey in helping children thrive.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Velez College (2017), Charmaine’s career has taken her through a variety of settings – from school-based therapy helping students with developmental delays, to hospital work in neurorehab, cardiac rehab, and NICU. She’s also spent nearly three years specialising in paediatric therapy, working with children under 10, including those with Autism, ADHD, Downs Syndrome, and learning disorders.

Charmaine’s community work in Brisbane has expanded her expertise, as she provided functional capacity assessments, assistive technology solutions, and OT interventions across a wide age range, including mental health clients. She also served as a mentor, supporting new grads and OT students in their own professional growth.

What really drives Charmaine is her love for working with kids and their families, always striving to make therapy fun and engaging. She believes in a child-centred approach and is always finding new ways to keep her sessions exciting and meaningful.

When she’s not working her magic with kids, you can find Charmaine soaking up the sun at the beach with a good book, exploring new hiking trails, or video calling her dog, Zuri, back home.

Liz joined BillyLids therapy team as an Occupational Therapist in September 2024. Liz has grown up on the Gold Coast and knows the surrounding schools and kindergartens well. Prior to joining the BillyLids team Liz has experience working in private paediatric practises in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast.

Liz enjoys travelling and exploring new countries. Liz spent two years travelling and working in London providing occupational therapy in a special school.

As an OT, Liz uses a client centred approach to therapy, working in collaboration with families to achieve their goals.

Outside of work Liz enjoys spending time with her friends, and taking advantage of the Aussie sun.

Smitha joined the BillyLids Therapy team in July 2024, bringing experience working with children and adolescents in the private sector. As a recent graduate with a Master’s in Occupational Therapy from Bond University, she is eager to apply her skills and knowledge to support the growth and development of young children. Prior to this, Smitha completed a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and worked as a mental health support worker, providing essential care and guidance to teenagers in the community. Originally from India, she moved to Australia six years ago to further her education and discovered her true calling in Occupational Therapy.

Smitha is particularly interested in child development, play, and sensory integration. She is dedicated to empowering parents and creating an environment where children can build on their strengths in a playful and supportive manner. Her focus is on making therapy engaging and meaningful, helping each child reach their full potential. In her free time, Smitha enjoys spending time at the beach, exploring the hinterland, and honing her culinary skills in the kitchen.

Lucy joined the BillyLids team in January 2025 after graduating from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy in 2024.

While studying at UQ, Lucy met BillyLids Speech Pathologist Abi, who was also a student at the time. Seeing Abi join the BillyLids team in 2024 sparked Lucy’s interest in joining the team.

With a strong passion for helping others, Lucy has a particular interest in early childhood development and sensory integration and is dedicated to providing collaborative, individualised therapy that supports each person’s unique needs.

During her studies, Lucy gained valuable experience as a community-based Occupational Therapy Aide, an experience that deepened her passion for working with children and families in a therapeutic setting.

Outside of the clinic, Lucy enjoys spending time with her family and friends, taking her dog for walks, and spending time at the beach. Lucy is eager to continue learning and growing as an Occupational Therapist, whilst making a positive impact on the lives of children and their families through her compassionate and client-centred approach.

Anika joined the BillyLids team in January 2025 after graduating from Griffith University with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy. Prior to completing her studies, Anika gained valuable experience working as an Allied Health Assistant within the private sector, where she developed a strong passion for supporting children and families to reach their goals and thrive in everyday life.

Originally from Newcastle, Anika moved to the Gold Coast in 2013 and completed her schooling there. She is excited to bring her knowledge and enthusiasm to the BillyLids team, focusing on providing individualised, client-centred therapy that empowers children and families to succeed.

Outside of work, Anika is an adventure enthusiast who loves anything outdoors. Whether it’s skydiving, travelling, or enjoying a day at the beach, she’s always up for a new challenge and finds inspiration in exploring the world around her.