Laura Burritt

Dr Laura Burritt is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine at Bond University. Her research focuses on reducing the impact of social determinants of health on children's education and wellbeing, with specialties in trauma-informed care, cultural responsivity, and occupational therapy education. She holds a PhD in Occupational Therapy and Education from Bond University, an MA (Hons) in Arts from the University of the Sunshine Coast, and a B.Occ.Thy (Hons) in Occupational Therapy.

Grants & Collaborations:

• UniSC Connect Grant (2023-2024): Occupational performance coaching for priority populations ($9,600)
• Common Good Grant (2024-2026): Tailored feeding disorder management for culturally diverse children ($37,709)
• Collaborations with University of Tasmania, Federation University, Curtin University, and Caboolture Hospital

Awards: 2023 Service Excellence Award from the University of the Sunshine Coast School of Health for fostering inclusivity and innovation.

Professional Contributions: Organized events on relational approaches in occupational therapy practice and occupational performance coaching. Supervises PhD/Masters candidates in areas like inclusion, trauma-informed systems, and pediatric occupational therapy scope of practice.