Hello!
Thanks so much for stopping by!
My name is Angela Costi. I’m an occupational therapist here on the beautiful Gold Coast. I’m the founder of Clarity & Me, a mum to two gorgeous kids, and a friend for a good coffee.
I was drawn to occupational therapy for young people for many reasons. I’m the mum whose house always seems to be full of kids - mine, their friends, the neighbours, ones I’ve never seen before - and I love it. I love the energy, optimism, and potential that young people have. I get a huge amount of joy from seeing kids happy.
I also know that they offer their fair share of tests! Being both a parent and an occupational therapist has given me valuable insights into the diverse needs of our own family. This perspective strongly influences my commitment to creating inclusive and supportive environments for all my clients. I bring a compassionate and understanding approach to my work, drawing on personal experiences and tailoring it to the unique needs of each individual and family I serve.
I know they work, because I use them myself!
Why I do what I do
As part of my study to become a Paediatric Occupational Therapist at Southern Cross University, we travelled to Vietnam. This was an extraordinary experience and left me with even greater levels of empathy for the young, elderly, and vulnerable. I was honoured to meet the head of The Blue Dragon Charity, a foundation that fights against, and assists the victims of, human trafficking. I continue to donate to this important organisation to this day.
Because I want to make a difference however I can.
I believe that starts at home and in the family. Clarity & Me is my offering to the local community, providing a quality, unrushed service to parents, children, and families. I bring expertise in autism, developmental delays, and sensory processing differences from both my study and personal experience. I am a registered Mindfulness Meditation teacher and engage in my own meditation practice daily. I am a certified massage therapist, Circle of Security Facilitator, and Rhythm and Music Self-Regulation practitioner.
I am passionate about lifelong learning and mentorship and have completed additional professional development in the following areas:
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DIR (Developmental, Individual-differences, and Relationship-based model)
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Sensory processing
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Emotional regulation
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Toileting
I have spent many long hours developing my skills, and I am so grateful for the variety of different services and techniques I am able to use to get the best for my clients. I invested all this time and energy in these skills for one reason:
Because I want to help.
I want to help you, and your family. And specifically, I want to help children.
At my core I just want to play. So, for my days to be about leading guided play sessions with incredibly precious little people just fills my heart with joy. Sometimes, I can’t believe that this is my job.
I’d love to have the opportunity to work with you and your children. I’m warm, fun, and playful, and have a lot of expertise and love to share. (That might explain the six guinea pigs and the Cavoodle!)
Hopefully my site explains a lot of what I do and offer, but if you have any questions or concerns at all – hey, let’s have a chat.
We can talk about what Clarity & Me can specifically offer your child and you can recommend me a new podcast!
Maybe it could happen over a coffee, or three. (I am a friend after all!)
Our Values
Family-centered: We believe that working together with your child and family, as well as the health team, is essential in creating a therapy plan that meets your child's unique needs. We're here to support you every step of the way!
Holistic: We understand that every child is a whole person, and we take into account all aspects of their environment and development when designing treatment plans. We're committed to considering every factor that impacts your child's growth.
Evidence-based, Neuro-affirming Interventions: Our therapy interventions are based on evidence and designed to affirm your child's strengths. We believe that every child is unique. They don’t need to be ‘fixed’.
NDIS-Preferred Assessments: We use NDIS-preferred assessments to ensure that your child receives the best possible support. We'll help you navigate the NDIS process and make sure your child's needs are met.
Best Quality Service: We believe that every family deserves the highest quality service possible. That's why we keep our caseloads small, so we can provide personalised and unrushed care. We're passionate about what we do and always strive to grow through ongoing professional development.
Contact
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0481 689 138