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
Hayden Bristow is the founder of Bright Path Therapy and a senior occupational therapist. After graduating from Auckland University of Technology in 2015, he spent almost a decade working across NSW and WA in aged care, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, hospital settings and under the NDIS. He launched Bright Path Therapy to bring this broad experience together and deliver practical, community-based support that builds real-world skills and confidence.
Outside of work, Hayden is a family man who enjoys spending time with his wife and young child. He’s a keen handyman who likes building, loves sport and anything to do with the outdoors. Colleagues and clients describe him as fun, approachable and sociable.
Ashwin Sunil
Occupational Therapist
I have a passion for assisting people by collaborating and creating strategies to achieve their goals. 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, aged care, and NDIS support. 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.