Meet the team
Meet our Brisbane based team of mental health occupational therapists & social workers
We are both clinic and community based, offering both solutions to meet the needs of our clients. We boast an expert team of occupational therapists, social workers and highly valued administrative staff. Our close-knit team facilitates a personable experience for you, and those who support you.
As therapists, we each take a holistic approach to our own daily lives, so we can best support you. Our mental health private practice ensures each person feels understood, supported and heard. Outside of our professional roles, we share a collection of passions and interests that fill our individual cups. We make space and practice self-care as a team, via creative play which has a positive impact on all who we interact with and every one of clinicians brings a unique approach to the role based on their professional and personal life experiences.
Communication and collaboration in our community is key to our growth and success, and these team-building tasks and activities are a fundamental part of working at DIWPOT.
We draw on a range of occupational therapy and psychological strategies to help you build self-awareness and learn how to cope with your daily life. We offer an individualised and practical approach towards understanding your challenges and the impact these have on your ability to do what is important in your daily life.
Who are we?
Aaron Tysoe
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Hons)
Managing Director & Mental Health Occupational Therapist
Mental Health Endorsed (Better Access To Mental Health Initiative)
Aaron founded Do it with Purpose Occupational Therapy after working as a registered occupational therapist for the public sector in Brisbane. As a community mental health occupational therapist, Aaron supported and advocated for people living with serious mental illness to enhance their health and wellbeing and continue working toward their goals.
Aaron was drawn to the mental health field following his first university placement in an inpatient mental health facility. ‘The variance of mental health presentations and the general lack of understanding of psychosocial illness is what really captivated me and my desire to learn more and develop the skills required to support people to reengage in everything that is meaningful to them.”
Aaron is passionate about integrating his accumulating knowledge of mental wellness, and his lived experience to support individuals to build and use their strengths to create a life full of meaning and purpose. He has a special interest and passion for adult mental health and enjoys supporting individuals to develop the skills to live more independently; learn to deal with stress and emotions; develop and maintain structure and routine and re-engage with their community.
Why DIWPOT?
Prior to 2020, I envisioned creating a community-based occupational therapy practice with a pivotal focus on supporting people living with mental illness.
As a boutique practice, we have the flexibility and opportunity to provide a tailored, personalised and client-centered service for our clients. Each and every one of our selected team members uphold the DIWPOT values and mission statement to provide exceptional care and support. Their personality, unique strengths and interests enable our clients to be paired with a practitioner that best aligns with their individual needs.
Get to know Aaron
Me as Music: Electronic dance music
Me in 5 words: Confident, resourceful, driven, compassionate, curious.
Me in Emoji: 🏖️🎧🏋️📚✈️
Me as Fruit: A tomato. Didn’t expect that, did you?
Beach or Bush?: BEACH 💯
Samantha Bicker
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Hons)
Senior Mental Health Occupational Therapist
Samantha’s journey into mental health and occupational therapy was shaped by a deep curiosity about how do people sustain occupational performance and engagement in the face adversity, and a long-standing commitment to supporting people through periods of distress, transition, and growth. Early clinical experiences across complex mental health settings highlighted both the systemic gaps and the immense potential for recovery when people are supported with compassion, evidence-informed practice, and genuine belief in their strengths.
With over two decades of experience spanning clinical,
operational, and strategic leadership roles, Samantha has become known for her ability to create psychologically safe environments, strengthen clinical
governance, and design services that honour lived experience, cultural
identity, trauma-informed practice, and person-centred care. She is passionate about supporting individuals to rediscover meaning in their daily lives, build emotional regulation skills, re-engage with valued occupations, and develop the confidence to participate fully in their communities and enhance their wellness. Samantha brings advanced skills in occupational therapy assessment and treatment, sensory processing assessment and treatment and additionally a broad range of mental health skills such as acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and EMDR.
Drawing on her professional expertise and her own lived experience
perspectives, Samantha approaches every interaction with authenticity,
integrity and hope. She believes mental health care should not only reduce
distress, but also build identity, belonging, and purpose.
Why DIWPOT?
DIWPOT aligns closely with Samantha’s personal values and
professional philosophy. As a boutique practice, it offers the opportunity to
deliver occupational therapy in a way that is relational, flexible, and truly
tailored to each person’s needs.
Samantha values environments where clinicians are supported to
bring their whole selves to practice, where lived experience is honoured as
expertise, and where innovation, compassion and person-centred care guide every decision. DIWPOT champions this approach, matching clients with practitioners whose strengths, personality, and interests create a meaningful therapeutic partnership.
This is the kind of practice Samantha is proud to contribute to,
one built on authenticity, hope, and the belief that everyone deserves the
chance to live a life filled with meaning and purpose.
ME AS MUSIC: Calming nature sounds
ME IN 5 WORDS: Authentic, values-driven, reflective, committed, compassionate.
ME IN EMOJI: 💞🍉🌈🔥🌱
ME AS A FRUIT: A strawberry, vibrant, colourful, and is best in supportive environments.
BEACH OR BUSH?: Beach for grounding, bush for clarity.
Clare Barret
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Senior Mental Health Occupational Therapist
Clare brings with her over 10 years of experience working as a Mental Health Occupational Therapist within various Qhealth teams, including Forensic, Homeless Mental Health, Mobile Intensive Rehabilitation and Adult Community Mental Health. Clare also spent 2 years as Complex Care Coordinator focusing on improving service integration and advocating for increased supports for those living with complex mental health issues and psychosocial disability.
Clare has an extensive range of occupational therapy specific & mental health assessment and therapy skills including dialectical behaviour therapy, cognitive remediation therapy, mindfulness and sensory modulation.
Clare is a down-to-earth therapist who endeavours to bring a compassionate, non-judgemental and holistic approach when working with all people. She aims to foster hope and motivation, in order for people to draw on their unique strengths, interests and supports to do the things they need and want to do, and live a meaningful and connected life.
For leisure, Clare enjoys playing music and going to the park with her family and dog.
Why DIWPOT?
Working with a fun, creative and passionate group of people to support others in finding solutions, drawing on their interests and building on their strengths to live a meaningful life.
Get to know Clare
ME AS MUSIC: Musical theatre, or folk.
ME IN 5 WORDS: Outgoing, genuine, quirky, compassionate, thoughtful.
ME IN EMOJI: 🎵😍🏕️☺️🧘
ME AS A FRUIT: Mango!
BEACH OR BUSH?: Bush!
Winsome Carnegie
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Hons)
Occupational Therapist
Winsome Carnegie is an accredited occupational therapist and she currently practises in the Brisbane and Moreton Bay Region. Winsome graduated from the University of Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) in 2017. She is experienced in the areas of residential and community aged-care, home modifications and equipment prescription. Winsome is also a registered provider with The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) and accepts DVA referrals for home safety assessments. She also has expertise in providing in-home assessments and she provides capacity building therapy services for clients with both physical and psychological health challenges.
Previously, Winsome worked in the residential aged-care setting and her roles included leading and supervising a team, completing Allied Health referrals, mobility reviews, ACFI, equipment provision, pain management, supervising new physiotherapy and occupational therapy graduates, and liaising with the facility management and General Practitioners.
Winsome has always had an interest in the mental health field and draws on her training and life experience to support adults with physical and psychosocial difficulties. Winsome is passionate about supporting people and believes that regardless of the client’s life circumstances, everyone has the right to reach their full potential in life.
Why DIWPOT?
The team is very supportive, and the work is very flexible.
Get to know Winsome
ME AS MUSIC: Rock & Roll (the soundtrack of my childhood), 80’s, country – anything but Rap!
ME IN 5 WORDS: Caring, Understanding, Innovative, Honest, Loving.
ME IN EMOJI: 🙂🤔🙃🎵🎨
ME AS A FRUIT: Apple!
BEACH OR BUSH?: Beach.
Jamie Murphy
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Hons)
Mental Health Occupational Therapist
Jamie brings her compassionate and empathetic personality and prior life experiences, alongside evidence-based practices, to support people to engage in their lives in a meaningful way. A primary focus for Jamie is empowering individuals to live the life they desire by fostering a sense of freedom, autonomy and deepening their sense of self.
Jamie has experience supporting individuals across the lifespan, from children to older adults, and has worked across both inpatient and outpatient mental health services within Queensland Health.
Jamie’s practice skills combine a range of therapy modalities including sensory modulation, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy; and includes comprehensive occupational therapy assessments.
Why DIWPOT?
Jamie’s values deeply align with those of DIWPOT – a focus on tailored support, the ability to provide services within the community and living environments of those we support, and flexibility in the way support is provided.
Get to know Jamie
ME AS MUSIC: Calming, soft and melodic music.
ME IN 5 WORDS: Compassionate, empathetic, warm, joyful, understanding.
ME IN EMOJI: 🌿🌷☀️🍇
ME AS A FRUIT: A mango
BEACH OR BUSH?: Bush – my calm space.
Amar Mesalic
Master of Social Work
Social Worker
Amar is an experienced social worker, with over 5 years’ experience working with participants on the NDIS across various roles. Amar works with adults of all ages and specialises in working with participants presenting with severe and persistent mental illness including depression and anxiety, psychotic disorders, and personality disorders. Amar also has speciality in working with participants with backgrounds of trauma and Acquired Brain Injury.
Amar is influenced by critical social work theory, systems theory and post-structuralist ideology. Critical social work theory emphasizes the importance of challenging social inequalities, advocating for systemic change and promoting social justice. Systems theory provides a framework for understanding the complex interconnections within social systems, enabling a holistic approach to problem-solving. Poststructuralist ideology emphasises questioning traditional power structures and promoting equal opportunities and access for all.
By integrating these theories and models, Amar ensures that every individual he works with is empowered and connected to their community.
When Amar isn’t at work, he enjoys spending time with his partner and his two Labradors, and watching and playing sports.
You can contact Amar via mobile on 0426 862 074 or via email at amar@doitwithpurpose.com.
Why DIWPOT?
Amar has always been passionate about working with a small team of like-minded individuals within the mental health sector.
Get to know Amar
Me as Music: It might depend on my mood that day
Me in 5 words: compassionate, committed, persistent, thoughtful, conscientious
Me in Emoji: ♂️🎮🦮📺🌯
Me as fruit: A ‘what fruit am I’ quiz told me I was an apple.
Beach or bush: Can I say both?
Jess Bingham
Master of Social Work, Bachelor of Psychological Science
Social Worker
Based in Brisbane North, Jess is a highly skilled Social Worker with experience working with adults and youth in community mental health settings.
Jess has worked in a variety of roles, including case management, behaviour support and most recently as a specialist NDIS Support Coordinator working with participants who have a psychosocial disability.
Jess is passionate about understanding and advocating for the needs of others and is confident working with people experiencing complex mental health challenges, in particular those with complex trauma or personality disorders.
As a qualified chef, Jess also has a keen interest in cooking/baking. When she’s not at work, she’s in the kitchen cooking up a storm for her partner and two Staffies or spending time with her family. Jess grew up in a sleepy beachside town in WA, so while a home-body at heart, you’ll often find her relaxing at the beach.
You can contact Jess via mobile on 0437 447 312 or via email at Jess@doitwithpurpose.com.
Why DIWPOT?
Jess loves working within the psychosocial space and enjoys working in a close-knit likeminded team.
Get to know Jess
Me as Music: Mixed bag but if I had to choose, I’d say hip-hop/rap
Me in 5 words: warm, dedicated, honest, compassionate, cheerful.
Me in Emoji: 👩🍳🐾☀️🎧🍕
Me as fruit: Strawberry
Beach or bush: Beach!
Damien Campbell
Administrator
Damien provides administrative services for the DIWP OT team to assist their effective work with participants and other service providers.
Damien has worked in the health industry for over 10 years and having taken up a career as a remedial massage therapist. He therefore brings a wealth of experience in the effective administration of health services.
Why DIWPOT?
The flexibility of working hours, plus a friendly, vibrant team.
Get to know Damien
ME AS MUSIC: Acoustic ANYTHING
ME IN 5 WORDS: Caring, Lively, Ambitious, Determined, Funny.
ME IN EMOJI: 😂🏋️🫶🤪🌴
ME AS A FRUIT: Orange
BEACH OR BUSH?: …why not both?!