Cate Hilly

Cate Hilly is an Honorary Fellow at the School of Psychological Science, The University of Western Australia, and holds a Lecturer and Professional Placement Coordinator role at Australia Catholic University since December 2024. She is a PhD candidate at Australian Catholic University, researching the Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance Approach (CO-OP) for children with FASD. She works part-time in a private pediatric service in Canberra, supporting FASD diagnosis and family services.

Education: Master of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy, University of Sydney, 2011) and Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy, University of Sydney, 2001).

Her research focuses on FASD interventions, pediatric occupational therapy, early childhood development, and telehealth applications. She received a grant from the Occupational Therapy Research Foundation for her FASD project. Recent work includes studies on FASD interventions, SMS-based parental support, and telehealth in clinical education.

Her articles highlight trends in interdisciplinary approaches to childhood development challenges, leveraging technology for healthcare delivery, and evidence-based practice in occupational therapy.

Grants: Occupational Therapy Research Foundation grant (FASD project). No awards explicitly listed. She advises students through her lecturing role and has contributed to multidisciplinary FASD diagnostic services.