Leanne Hallowell

Leanne Hallowell is a Lecturer in Early Childhood Education at the School of Education, Faculty of Education and Arts, Australian Catholic University. Her research focuses on therapeutic play, child healthcare, and sociocultural influences on child development.

• Research Areas: Therapeutic play in hospitals, MRI preparation for children, rural family engagement, and food intolerance perceptions.
• Key Contributions: Developed community playgroup models, analyzed coping mechanisms in pediatric healthcare, and pioneered non-sedation MRI techniques.

Her work spans interdisciplinary collaborations with nursing, radiology, and rural community initiatives. While no scientific awards are listed, her publications highlight practical impacts in early childhood education and healthcare.