Dr Lisa Chaffey (ClinScD)
Organisational Occupational Therapist | Paralympian | Keynote Speaker | Board Director
Dr Lisa Chaffey (ClinScD) is a distinguished silver medal-winning Paralympian who competed with the Australian women's wheelchair basketball team in two world championships and the Athens Paralympics. Beyond her athletic achievements, Dr. Chaffey has dedicated her life to advancing the world of wheelchair basketball as an international technical official and instructor. She has also served a significant four-year term as the Oceania representative on the Asia Oceania Executive of the International Wheelchair Basketball Federation and held a brief but impactful position on the Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Organising Committee board. In addition to her sports endeavours, Dr Chaffey is a seasoned occupational therapist with a profound commitment to international disability programs, including consulting for the World Health Organization. Her purpose is to leverage her extensive expertise in disability advocacy, community development, occupational therapy, and sports management to foster greater inclusion in both the sporting world and the business arena.
What Lisa Does
Equipped for Action - Organisational Occupational Therapy Imagine a world where every workplace embraces diversity effortlessly. That's the vision driving my Organisational Occupational Therapy consultancy. We're not just reshaping spaces and processes; we're transforming cultures. With a blend of clinical expertise and organisational insight, we empower businesses to create disability-inclusive environments. From tailored workshops to executive coaching, our evidence-based approach drives tangible change. We're not just consultants; we are thought leaders and partners in revolutionising organisations. We're building a future where every individual's potential is not just recognised but celebrated. Read more below and on LinkedIn.
Rewiring pain. A new way to reclaim your life. After living with chronic pain for two years, Lisa knew she had to find a way to move on with my life. She researched newly emerging ideas in neuroplasticity and incorporated occupational therapy theory. Life got better, so she wrote a book to help others. Read more below.
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Keynote Speaking and WorkshopsLisa offers a wide array of speaking engagements to foster disability inclusion within workplaces. Lisa's presentations combine her expertise in occupational therapy principles with a passion for advocating inclusive cultures. Her dynamic and engaging speaking style captivates audiences, inspiring actionable change and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within organisational settings. Lisa's thought-provoking speeches, delivered with authenticity and depth, resonate with audiences across various industries, empowering businesses to embrace inclusivity as a fundamental aspect of their ethos.
Equipped For Action - Transforming Disability Inclusion
At Equipped for Action, we believe every individual deserves an environment where they can thrive, contribute, and succeed. Founded on the principles of Occupational Science, our consultancy specialises in transforming workplaces into hubs of inclusivity and productivity.
We don't just modify spaces; we revolutionise cultures. Our approach blends clinical observation, evidence-based practices, and a deep understanding of organisational dynamics to create tailored solutions for each client. From large corporations to small businesses, we partner with organisations seeking to cultivate disability-inclusive workplaces.
Product & Services
We cover all type of disability inclusive services, but typically:
- Assessment and Exploration of Disability Inclusion – Evaluating current practices and identifying areas for improvement
- Strategic and Operational Developments – Crafting changes to enhance disability inclusion
- Tailored workshops, such as:
- o Disability Inclusive Leadership o Myths of Disability and Disability Etiquette o Developing Inclusive Culture o Communication skills o Decision-making skills
- Workplace and Executive Coaching – Supporting employees with and without disability
- Keynote Addresses – Inspiring and informing audiences on disability inclusion
- Panel Presentations and Disability Commentary – providing expert insights and perspectives
Rewiring Pain. A New Way To Reclaim Your Life.
Are you sick of being in chronic pain? Chronic pain can be hard to shift. But now, we have the tools to change how the brain processes pain.
Paralympian and Occupational therapist, Dr Lisa Chaffey’s life changed when she slid from acute to chronic pain. She spent the next two years looking at the research for a way out of pain. “Rewiring Pain, a new way to reclaim your life” describes Lisa’s journey into and out of chronic pain, and provides a step by step guide, using everyday activities and habits to spark neuroplasticity.
Based on exciting new scientific research on the brain, this book contains simple, but effective methods to reduce chronic pain. Using the science of neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to change itself), everyday activities and habits are turned into pain competitors. The exciting discovery outlined in this book is the focus on the receiver of the message (the brain), not the sender (the body part). Anyone can use this book regardless of the cause of pain.
In “Rewiring Pain”, Lisa uses her own experience of chronic pain in conjunction with the research she uncovered, to outline practical advice and tips in changing the way the brain responds to pain.
