Janette Lawson is the principal and sole practitioner of Occupational Therapy South West.
Janette has had a strong interest in people, health and activity participation since childhood. She completed her degree Bachelor of Applied Science, Occupational Therapy at LaTrobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, followed by years of experience working in acute and rehabilitation hospitals, and community services in Australia, USA and New Zealand. This has led to a broad and deep understanding of the path following injury, disability and illness and the importance of activity engagement and participation.
Janette has lived and worked in Western Australia since 2006, servicing south west WA since 2007 and based in the south west since 2011.
Janette is intrigued by the function of the human brain, people’s capacity to improve after injury to the brain, and the resilience and resourcefulness of people faced with trauma, change and challenge.
She is also passionate about living in the beautiful natural world of south west WA and being able to share her years of experience in occupational therapy and rehabilitation with other south west residents.
- Bachelor of Applied Science Occupational Therapy, LaTrobe University, Victoria, 1991.
- Registered with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority Registration number: OCC0001750618
- Member of Occupational Therapy Australia and WA Occupational Therapy Association.
- Active participant in OT local and special interest groups plus continuing professional development.
Janette was the proud recipient of the 2017 Certificate of appreciation in recognition of service award, and the 2022 Mentorship award, South West Occupational Therapy Professional Development Group.
Occupational Therapy South West is based in Margaret River, travelling regularly throughout the South West area including Busselton, Dunsborough, Augusta, and Nannup.
Information is current as at 1/01/2024.