our cOasTal lifestyle
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Stories of OTs who call the Coast home
Life's better here
Sophie, Rachel and Emma share their stories of being occupational therapists living on the Central Coast of NSW, Australia. Â
Follow the stories of three OTs who made the move to the Coast to find their Occupational Balance, because...
Occupational Therapists deserve occupational balance too!
Click here to see our cOasTal lifestyle storiesTime to make the move?
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They made the move from
Occupational 'Busy',
to Occupational Balance
What's your idea start to your day?
Morning coffee by the ocean?
Beach walk with your pup or trail run through the National Park?
A short commute without the traffic to a team that values your work-life balance?
The Central Coast wasn’t just a location - it was a lifestyle upgrade.
Sophie thought she would miss the city lifestyle. Instead, she found ocean-view cafés, fresh local produce, and wine nights with friends. What she really gained was more leisure, more rest, and more connection.
Rachel worried about losing her community. What she found instead was neighbours who became family and the mental health boost of daily bush trail runs. Her social connection, family life and wellbeing are stronger than ever.
Emma thought it would be harder with a new baby. Instead, she discovered a welcoming mother’s group and a calmer pace of life that gave her more time for family and support when she needed it most.
"We didn’t just change postcode. We changed pace, priorities, and perspective."
Here's two more stories of OTs who made the coast home
"After more than 20 years living in the United States, our move to the Central Coast has been a truly positive change for our family. We were drawn to the beauty of the natural environment, the beaches, bushwalks, and the bird life, and the relaxed pace of life. It’s close enough to Sydney and Newcastle for convenience, but far enough to feel like a breath of fresh air. The vibrant local arts scene has been a wonderful surprise, I’ve even taken up ceramics! Most importantly, I feel incredibly grateful to be part of a passionate, supportive team doing work I love, helping children and families thrive."
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Rachel Ottley - Clinic Manager at MoveAbout Berkeley Vale
"Moving from Sydney to the Central Coast to work at MoveAbout Therapy Services in Berkeley Vale has been the best decision for our family. With two young children, we wanted more space, and a slower pace of life- and we’ve found that here. The kids love the beaches and parks, and we’ve been welcomed by friendly neighbours from day one. The move has given us more time together, less time in traffic, and a lifestyle that feels balanced and joyful."
Julia Arenstein -Â Occupational Therapist at MoveAbout Berkeley Vale
See more of what a lifestyle on the Central Coast can give you!
Your guide to the life of the Central Coast
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Making the move towards 'Occupational Balance' might be even easier than you'd think.Â
Check our the 'our cOasTal lifestyle' Central Coast Relocation Guide to learn more. Â
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