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ABOUT
Get to Know Us
and Our Philosophy
ABOUT ME
Sarah Zappia, Social Worker &
Passionate Neurodivergence Therapist
Sarah founded Making Strides Allied Health after returning to work from maternity leave in 2023. Prior to this, she worked at Autism SA for 6 years where she harnessed her skills and passion for working with autistic children and young people. With a vision to create her own private practice that would blend her skills as a therapist for neurodivergent youth, and a qualified social worker, she created Making Strides.
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When not at work, Sarah values time spent with her husband and two boys, as well as family and friends. She believes strongly in the importance of self-care, and as a parent herself, understands this is not always possible! This is why she also values the role she gets to play in supporting parents and caregivers also.
OUR APPROACH
What makes us different
Sarah's therapeutic interventions extend beyond individual sessions to address systemic factors that may impact the individual's well-being and development. Through collaboration with families, educators, and other stakeholders, Sarah strives to create a supportive and nurturing environment conducive to positive outcomes for neurodivergent youth.
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With a strong belief that it "takes a village", her therapeutic interventions extend beyond individual sessions to address systemic factors that may impact the individual's well-being and development. Through collaboration with families, educators, and other stakeholders, Sarah strives to create a supportive and nurturing environment conducive to positive outcomes for neurodivergent youth.
