About Us
Meet Lori
Director, DIRFloortime Therapist, Key Worker
Lori is the Director of The Whole Child Connection and a VIT-registered Early Childhood Teacher with over 16 years of experience in early childhood education, child development, and early intervention. She is recognised for her holistic, neuroaffirming, family-centred approach, partnering with families to help children reach their full potential through play, connection, and everyday experiences.
Lori has extensive clinical expertise in child development and early childhood intervention, supporting children with autism (ASD), ADHD, AuDHD, global developmental delay (GDD), language disorders, sensory processing differences, and other developmental challenges. She is skilled in identifying developmental differences, recognising when further assessment or specialist investigation may be beneficial, and supporting families from the diagnostic process through to ongoing intervention.
With extensive knowledge of the NDIS Early Childhood Approach, Lori is experienced in helping families navigate the NDIS journey- from understanding eligibility and accessing funding to implementing meaningful, evidence-informed supports that build on each child’s strengths and everyday routines.
As a certified Key Worker with Noah’s Ark Inc. and a DIRFloortime® Proficient Practitioner, Lori provides relationship-based, play-centred intervention that promotes children’s Functional Emotional Developmental Capacities (FEDCs). Working within the Key Worker model, she collaborates closely with families and other professionals to deliver coordinated, transdisciplinary supports that maximise outcomes while making the best use of a family’s NDIS funding.
Lori is also certified in Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) by Dr Ross Greene, supporting children and families through collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-informed approaches to behaviour.
Outside of work, Lori enjoys travelling, exploring new restaurants, and spending quality time with her family and friends.
What Guides Our Work
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based support that empowers children and families to reach their full potential. We take a neurodiversity-affirming and collaborative approach to support each child’s development, wellbeing, and inclusion.
Our Vision
Our vision is to provide high-quality, personalised early support that helps every child thrive. We aim to support children and families to build confidence, connection, and meaningful progress in everyday life.
Our Core Values
Holistic Development
We support the whole child, recognising their unique strengths, needs, and experiences.
Collaborative Partnerships
We work closely with families and caregivers to support each child in a way that feels practical and empowering.
Strength-Based and Sensory-Based Approaches
We build on each child’s strengths and sensory preferences to support meaningful development.
Inclusion and Belonging
We create a safe, inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported.
