About Bright Path Therapy
Bright Path Therapy was founded on the belief that every individual possesses unique qualities and skills with the potential for growth.
We are a small, values-driven allied health team consisting of Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists. Our practice is built on client autonomy, respectful collaboration, and evidence-based intervention that supports genuine participation in daily life.
We work closely with individuals, families, educators, and other health professionals to ensure therapy is practical, strengths-focused, and aligned with each person’s goals and aspirations. Our approach prioritises professional trust, clinical reasoning, and sustainable workloads.
The result is a bright, purposeful path forward—one that transforms challenges into opportunities and supports lasting participation and wellbeing.
Meet the Team
Hayden Bristow
Director/Senior Occupational Therapist
I am the founder of Bright Path Therapy and a senior occupational therapist. I have vast experience working in paediatrics, mental health, physical rehab, equipment prescription, and report writing.
Outside of work, I a family man who enjoys spending time with my wife and young boy. I have a background in carpentry and love to construct or renovate.
I am fluent in French and not too bad in Spanish.
Ashwin Sunil
Occupational Therapist
I have a passion for assisting people by collaborating and creating strategies to achieve their goals. I am experienced in working with children and individuals with mental health conditions. Being an occupational therapist allows me to do this.
I have a strong interest in human movement and enjoy anything related to sports, gym, and exercise.
In short, I’m driven by helping others reach their potential and value staying active and engaged in both my personal and professional life.
Zeus Baghdasraf
Occupational Therapist
I am an Occupational Therapist and I’m passionate about helping people build their physical and mental independence.
My key areas of interest include behaviour regulation, mental health, physical rehab, FCAs, aged care, and hand therapy.
Outside of work, my hobbies consist of playing piano to unwind, soccer, new experiences with my wife, and cuddling my dachshund pup!
Bailee Harris
Senior Occupational Therapist
As an Occupational Therapist, I am passionate about engaging in collaborative and neurodiverse affirming practice with clients and those who support them. I believe in exploring new and different ways of doing what is important and meaningful to you, while supporting your family and carers to facilitate this across your everyday environments.
I have clinical experience working as a generalist across the NDIS, acute hospital, aged care, and community sectors.
Outside of work, I am an avid netball player who loves to travel, spend time with family and friends, and try new places to eat.
Courtney Balaam
Speech Pathologist
I became a Speech Pathologist because I’m passionate about helping people find their voice — everyone deserves to be heard.
I love working with children and families to support communication and feeding development, whether that’s tackling speech sound challenges, building language and early literacy skills, or exploring new ways to connect through Augmentative and Alternative Communication.
My sessions are play-based, practical, and focused on helping kids feel confident in how they express themselves. When I’m off the clock, you’ll usually find me lost in a good book or walking my dog along the beach.
Ellie Sharland
Occupational Therapist
I am an Occupational Therapist with experience across community disability, mental health, return-to-work rehabilitation, and chronic pain. I’ve had the privilege of working with adults, children, and veterans in a variety of settings.
My main passion is paediatrics, where I enjoy supporting children and families through meaningful, incremental change and celebrating progress along the way. I value a warm, practical, and client-centred approach to therapy.
Outside of work, I love coastal walks, instructing dance fitness classes, and getting lost in a good book.
Helen Steicke
Speech Pathologist
Hi, I’m Helen. I’m a Speech Pathologist with a Master’s degree in Speech Pathology and a background in Music (singing) giving me a strong understanding of how the voice, mouth and throat work together for communication.
I enjoy working with both children and adults and supporting a range of communication and swallowing needs, including speech clarity, language, literacy, voice, motor speech and dysphagia. My approach is always individualised, collaborative and practical, focusing on goals that are meaningful in everyday life.
Outside of work, I enjoy being outdoors, exploring nature and seeking out new adventures.