Paediatric physiotherapy services across Melbourne

Every child has their own strengths, abilities and goals. Physiotherapy is tailored to what matters most to your child and family.

My clinical interestsWorking with the NDISEquipment and assistive technology
Katelyn kneeling on the floor, smiling and encouraging a toddler as she walks along coloured balance beams

My clinical interests

I primarily work with children aged 2–16, supporting a range of movement, developmental and functional goals. I have a particular interest in working with children with disabilities, developmental delays and complex needs.

I love getting to know each child, understanding their strengths and interests, and finding ways to build on these through physiotherapy. Whether we're working towards a new movement skill, building strength and confidence, improving functional mobility or finding ways to make everyday activities easier, I want therapy to be relevant to each child's life and the things that matter to them.

I also love looking beyond the therapy session itself and considering how movement fits into a child's everyday routines, activities and environments. Being a mobile physiotherapist allows me to work with children in familiar settings, such as their homes, schools and playgrounds, where we can practise skills and find practical ways to support their participation in everyday life.

I have an interest in supporting children in these areas:

  • Gross motor development and movement skills
  • Functional mobility and independence
  • Strength
  • Balance and coordination
  • Motor planning and motor control
  • Injury prevention and rehabilitation
  • Exercise prescription
  • Confidence and participation
  • Postural control and positioning
  • Equipment and assistive technology
  • Participation in play, sport and everyday activities

I've had the opportunity to work with children with a range of diagnoses and support needs, including:

  • Cerebral palsy
  • Down syndrome
  • Autism
  • ADHD
  • Developmental delays and developmental coordination disorder
  • Muscular dystrophies and other neuromuscular conditions
  • Congenital myopathies
  • Rare genetic conditions and syndromes
  • Epilepsy
  • Other neurological and complex conditions

Not every child has a formal diagnosis, and that's okay!

I also support children experiencing a range of movement and developmental challenges, including:

  • Delayed gross motor development
  • Low or high muscle tone
  • Joint hypermobility
  • Balance and coordination difficulties
  • Motor planning difficulties
  • Postural control and stability difficulties
  • Gait and walking difficulties
  • Reduced strength and endurance
  • Difficulties with functional mobility and everyday activities

I know that every child is different, and a diagnosis is just one part of their story. I take the time to get to know each child, tailoring my approach to their individual abilities, goals, interests and circumstances.

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Working with the NDIS

I provide physiotherapy for children with NDIS funding who are either plan-managed or self-managed. My aim is to make accessing physiotherapy as straightforward as possible, with support tailored to your child's needs, goals and everyday activities.

I know navigating the NDIS can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when coordinating different supports and services for your child. I aim to make the physiotherapy side of things as straightforward as possible, keeping communication open and working alongside families, support coordinators and other health professionals.

Whether your child needs ongoing physiotherapy, support to work towards functional goals, equipment recommendations or assistance with assistive technology applications and NDIS reports, I'm happy to work with you to explore what might be most helpful.

I value building strong relationships with families and the wider support team, so everyone feels informed, involved and clear on what we're working towards. My goal is to make physiotherapy a positive and practical part of your child's NDIS supports.

Pricing: for NDIS participants, I charge NDIS rates, following the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits. All fees are outlined in my onboarding documentation, so everything is clear from the beginning.

Please note: I am currently unable to accept NDIA-managed participants.

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Equipment and Assistive Technology

Finding the right equipment can make a huge difference to a child's comfort, mobility, independence and participation in everyday life. I'm passionate about helping children and their families explore equipment options that best suit their individual needs, goals and environments.

I can assist with equipment assessments, recommendations, trials, reports and ongoing reviews, working alongside families and other members of the child's support team to find solutions that are practical, appropriate and meaningful.

Some of the equipment I can assist with includes:

  • Mobility equipment

    Walkers, gait trainers and manual or power wheelchairs.

  • Standing equipment

    Standing frames and other supports to assist with positioning and supported standing.

  • Seating and positioning

    Complex seating systems and postural support equipment.

  • Orthotics and postural support

    Recognising when a child may benefit from ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) or compression garments such as Second Skin suits, and referring to the appropriate clinicians for assessment and prescription.

  • Assistive technology

    Equipment recommendations, trials, reports and support with funding applications.

I understand that choosing equipment isn't always straightforward. There are often lots of options to consider, and what works for one child might not be right for another. I love working alongside families and their wider support team to find equipment that supports a child's needs and fits into their everyday life.

If you'd like to talk about physiotherapy or equipment for your child, register your interest and I'll be in touch.