Dealing with unfamiliar or complex hand and upper limb conditions can often leave you with more questions than answers. But sometimes, all you really need is reassurance that you're on the right track with your diagnosis and treatment plan for your patient.
That's where my hand therapy mentoring comes in – offering you the friendly support and confidence boost you're looking for. Let's work together to reduce the overwhelm, ease your uncertainties, clarify your clinical reasoning, and sharpen your hand therapy skills, all with the goal of helping your patients achieve the best possible outcomes.
Whether it's through personalised one-on-one sessions or lively group mentoring, my approach is all about inspiring creativity in your practice. With over 30 years of experience as an Accredited Hand Therapist, I've handled a wide range of cases, both in my private practice in Sydney and abroad in the USA and Canada. And I've loved sharing my knowledge with hand therapy students and fellow professionals at conferences and as an AHTA course presenter.
So, rest assured, you're in great hands with me. Reach out today and let's make accessing expert guidance as easy as a click away!
Book a free chat with Vanessa using the button here:
Vanessa is consistently warm, friendly and supportive in her approach to supervision, case conferences and professional development sessions. I always feel comfortable asking questions, even when it feels like it's something I should already know! She uses real examples and takes time to explain information if needed, often using great analogies. She has helped me develop my clinical reasoning- I feel I have become better at thinking through complex cases and I am more confident in my treatment plans. Vanessa considered the cases holistically which has helped me become more client centered in my clinical reasoning.
Alison L, Hand Therapist
Vanessa Zweck Hand Therapy Mentoring options
Here are the ways I can support you in your hand therapy journey with mentoring and training.
POCKET MENTOR calls with Vanessa
Do you get that feeling of dread or overwhelm when you get a referral for a new patient and you’re not quite sure where to start?
Don’t want to bother your senior because they’re busy treating their own patients?
Need a sounding board for your ideas?
Wouldn't it be great to be able to quickly message your Hand Therapy Mentor to tap into their knowledge and receive advice and guidance immediately?
No need to check my availability and match it to yours.
Pocket Mentor is access to Vanessa, anytime. Message through the Voxer App or via a Video call on google meet for personalised instant support (8-6 M-F).
Introductory Price is $55 for a week of Voxer to give it a try! Then $200 per month / or $500 for 3 months.
Or simply book a Video Pocket Mentor session. Only $27 for a 10 minute video call with Vanessa.
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Download the Voxer app via the App store
Search for me – I’m @vanessazweck
Send me a hello message to let me know you’re on voxer and we can start!
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Simply click on the book a video call now button
Select you preferred time in the schedule and pay
I'll see you on the google meet app on your phone or computer
POWER MENTOR sessions with Vanessa
POWER MENTOR sessions are 30 minutes designed to give you access to Vanessa to draw from her experience and dive into her expertise.
Can be booked here – easy to see Vanessa’s availability and schedule. We can discuss whatever you need to cover in each 30 minute session, whether it be case discussion and support, or a particular topic, diagnosis, a deep dive into something specific. $97 per half hour.
Lunch ‘n Learn education sessions: $50 per therapist, 30 minutes duration, min. 3 people
Tired of having to organise and run your clinic’s CPD? Let me do it for you. Convenient 30 minute education sessions covering relevant topics that are evidence based and referenced. See current topic sheet for inspo or ask me to write one tailored to your needs.
Held via zoom
Price is $50 per therapist, 30 minutes duration, min. 3 people
Save with a Package of 10 Lunch ‘n Learn @$45 per therapist, min. 3 people
The Hand Therapy Monthly Mentorship program with Vanessa
One hour of face to face in my Manly clinic or via zoom, mentoring with me per month. We can discuss (and you can choose) what you want to cover in each one hour face to face session, whether it be case discussion and support, or a particular topic, diagnosis, a deep dive into something specific etc. Basically you have my undivided attention for that hour (can be 2 x 30 min slots) and I'm happy to prepare resources prior to our session.
Key topics can be presented by Vanessa monthly – such as elbow and shoulder anatomy, differential diagnosis of any condition, latest evidence based practice, splinting and strength and conditioning
Access to me at any time through POCKET MENTOR with Vanessa via Voxer as often as is required included in the monthly fee
This gives you peace of mind that help is at ‘hand' and allows ongoing supervision and support
The slack channel has an open chat/shared information area for all my mentees, where I upload resources and there is chat/Q+A, as well as a private chat channel between you and me.
Price is $400 per month or $4400 per annum (one month free)
Contact Vanessa for more information or book a call here If you’ve got questions?
Vanessa has supported me to feel more confident in my delivery of hand therapy treatment as a novice therapist, by encouraging my learning and making me feel comfortable to learn from my mistakes. I have felt supported in knowing that Vanessa is just a message away if I have any burning questions. Vanessa is always open to finding alternative solutions and offering ways to problem solve. She is all about sharing ideas from her own learning resources, other therapists, her past experiences and references shared through social media therapy pages. I love how creative Vanessa gets with her therapy and exercise recommendations, making our time fun and interactive. You can tell that she has the client’s interests and goals in mind when offering advice and suggestions.
Mackenzie M, Hand Therapist
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