Therapy on the Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast Therapists
Where to find us
Sunshine Coast
Phone
1800 942 957
Address
1 Gardak St,
Alexandra Headland QLD 4572
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 4:30 pm
Parking
Street parking available
Great care near to you
Convenience meets expertise! We cover a wide area, reaching clients from the beautiful Landsborough, through the Sunshine Coast , up to Noosa and the stunning Fraser Coast. Have therapy sessions in our beachside clinic with our highly experienced speech pathologist sunshine coast, or have us come to you at home.
Therapy services available at this clinic
OT
Our Occupational Therapists Sunshine Coast specialise in helping people with acquired or life-long disabilities achieve milestone goals at every stage in life.
PBS
Our Sunshine Coast Behaviour Practitioners work closely with individuals and their support networks to design individualised strategies to help meet your goals.
Speech
Our speech pathologists on the Sunshine Coast use a person-centred approach to help people with permanent or degenerative disabilities thrive.
AHA
Our Allied Health Assistants (AHAs) support you in reaching your therapeutic goals.
Dietitian
We provide personalized nutrition plans for various conditions, empowering you to reach your health goals. These services are currently available via Telehealth.
The Team
Judy Scott
Executive Director and Principal OT
Meet Judy
Executive Director / Principal Occupational Therapist
Wife to Matt and mother of 4, Judy loves meeting new people and is passionate about Occupational Therapy. She thinks it’s the best job in the world and is genuinely shocked it’s not everyone’s profession of choice.
In 2004, Judy graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours 1).
Judy has over 20 years of experience working with people, their families and support networks. She is able to work across the lifespan, with her specialty being complex disability.
Judy has a great understanding of the NDIS practice framework. She has had extensive experience working with Disability Services QLD and brings that knowledge of government systems into her interactions with NDIS.
We caught up with Judy who was only too happy to share more about herself.
What do you do at My Therapy Crew?
I meet with senior leaders in our crew frequently to help make sure we are achieving our vision of making a positive impact! My dream is for us to provide quality clinical services, so a big part of my role is making sure that everyone in the crew is receiving the input and support they need, so that our clients have great clinicians serving them.
What is your superpower at work?
Converting people into coffee lovers!
Tell us a little more!
I absolutely LOVE doing pilates and going for long ‘walk and talks’ with friend. On Sundays I often serve as a welcomer at my church and giving people a hearty handshake & hello on their way in the door fills me with joy.
What is your favourite quote or motto?
Tough times don’t last, tough people do – but I stole this from Clinical Director, Renita.
What do you enjoy about working at My Therapy Crew?
I love seeing our values in action.
What is your go to snack during the workday?
Cadbury 70% chocolate is my absolute favourite snack, nut bars aren’t far behind this!
What is one thing we might not guess about you?
I become easily addicted to TV shows and will commit to watching the entire series even if it’s 10 seasons long. That’s why I can never start watching Grey’s Anatomy.
Kieran McGovern
Clinic Manager and Senior OT
Meet Kieran
Senior OT
Kieran is a highly experienced Occupational Therapist with over seven years of clinical practice. After graduating from the University of Southampton in the UK, Kieran began their career working with individuals experiencing psychosis and other mental health challenges. Subsequently, he transitioned to physical health, supporting people of all ages with diverse diagnoses.
Kieran’s expertise lies in enabling individuals to remain independent at home. This involves providing a range of services, including disability aids, equipment adaptations, and assistive technology. He is passionate about empowering clients to achieve their goals and participate fully in daily life.
With a strong belief in the power of the environment to either enable or disable individuals, Kieran is committed to creating solutions that promote independence and well-being.
We spent some time with Kieran and he happily chatted to us more!
What do you do at My Therapy Crew?
I also try to keep things “real”. I know OT can sometimes feel a bit overly serious, so I make a point of bringing some humour and lightness into the work where it’s needed. It helps build trust, keeps the team relaxed, and makes the job more enjoyable for everyone, including our clients.
What is your superpower at work?
Being the only male therapist in the Sunshine Coast crew gives me a unique perspective and it’s something I’ve learned to really value. It allows me to connect with clients who may feel more at ease with a male therapist, but more than that, I’ve become a bit of a “chameleon” when it comes to personality and communication style. I can adapt to whoever I’m working with, male or female, young or old and build strong, trusting relationships. This flexibility helps me support a wide range of clients and also keeps things balanced and grounded within the team.
Tell us a little more...
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my young family and exploring this beautiful country whenever we get the chance. Whether it’s a beach day, fishing, bushwalk, or weekend road trip, we love making the most of the outdoors
What is your favourite quote or motto?
Similar to Tom Hanks favourite motto, “This too shall pass” Whether it be good or bad, stay grounded during the moments of success and resilience during challenging times.
What do you enjoy about working at My Therapy Crew?
What I value about working here is the team around me. There’s a genuinely supportive culture where you feel backed and encouraged, which gives you the confidence to grow and take on challenges. That kind of environment doesn’t just help me, it has a flow-on effect for the people I support, too.
What is your go to workday snack?
Chocolate — always. Being English, I’m still on the hunt for a good Aussie replacement that lives up to the UK stuff!.
What is one thing we might not guess about you?
I used to live in France and spoke French pretty well, now I mostly remember how to order a coffee and say “where’s the bathroom?”
Also, I still say things like “cheers” and “rubbish,” which keeps my British roots very obvious!
Lindy Moodie
Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner (Proficient)
Meet Lindy
Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner (Proficient)
What do you do at My Therapy Crew?
As a Behaviour Support Practitioner, I bring grit and determination to working alongside families facing challenging behaviours, striving to create meaningful and lasting change. My approach is person-centred, focused on enhancing the quality of life for each client.
What is your superpower at work?
Turning chaos into clarity with next-level to-do lists.
Tell us a little more...
In my downtime, I love getting stuck into a good book or being my kids' biggest fan at the sports field.
What is your favourite quote or motto?
"Challenges are opportunities in disguise”.
What do you enjoy about working at My Therapy Crew?
My Therapy Crew has built a workplace culture grounded in their core values of being dependable, nurturing, contributing, and always learning - values that are demonstrated by the team every day.
What is your go to workday snack?
Fruit or salted nuts.
What is one thing we might not guess about you?
I have a twin sister.
Taylah Deayton
Senior OT
Meet Taylah
Senior Occupational Therapist
Taylah graduated from La Trobe University in Victoria with a Masters of Occupational Therapy. She has been working in community OT in Queensland since her graduation, across the adult and older adult population. Taylah has a passion for assisting clients to be able to access necessary education, equipment, and modifications to live a fulfilled meaningful life. Taylah is a fierce advocate for her clients to assist them to collaboratively achieve their goals.
Taylah shared some more things, all about her!
What do you do at My Therapy Crew?
I’m an adult Occupational Therapist working in the community, supporting people with a wide range of disabilities. I’m passionate about helping individuals find the right assistive technology, make their homes safer and more comfortable, and build the skills they need to live with greater independence and confidence.
What is your superpower at work?
Turning complex problems into practical solutions.
Tell us a little bit more!
Outside of work, you’ll usually find me exploring new coastal walks, places to eat, or going for a dip in the ocean.
What is your favourite quote or motto?
Work smarter not harder.
What is it that you enjoy at My Therapy Crew?
The people! I love being part of a supportive, nurturing, passionate crew that values always learning, kindness, and doing meaningful work that makes a difference.
What is your go to work snack?
Popcorn and lots of coffee!
What is one thing about you most people don't know?
I’m a bit of an adrenaline junkie—if it involves heights, speed, or a bit of danger, I’m in.
Tara Krome (Maternity leave)
Senior OT
Meet Tara
Senior Occupational Therapist
Tara graduated from the University of the Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours). Over the past few years, she has been based in North Queensland, where she has discovered her true calling as a Paediatric Occupational Therapist. Tara is deeply committed to empowering children and their families to overcome challenges and achieve their aspirations. Her dedication is evident in her exceptional ability to build rapport and communicate effectively, ensuring that families feel valued and heard. Tara's enthusiasm for paediatric therapy is fuelled by her love for creativity and her drive to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.
We asked Tara to answer a few more questions about herself.
What do you do at My Therapy Crew?
In my role, I get to spend most of my days with kids. From playing games, learning life skills and always laughing, it is truly the most rewarding thing I have ever done. I love the chaos that some sessions bring, as well as the smiles that I get to see every day in these little people.
What is your superpower at work?
I am the office chatter box, always making sure everyone is included in the conversation and ensuring everyone is connected. It typically is not a quiet day if I am in the office, and I am quietly proud of that.
Tell us a little more...
When I am not at work, I am either with my dogs, by the beach or at the Sunday markets. I love all things outdoors and I am never indoors on a sunny day.
What is your favourite quote or motto?
It is the little moments in life that mean the most, so enjoy them.
What do you enjoy about working at My Therapy Crew?
I love working with people, but mostly I love working with the crew as no two days are the same. Our team is not only dependable, but also the most nurturing place to be. This really starts at the top with Matt and Judy and flows throughout the team which I am so grateful to be a part of.
What is your go to workday snack?
Harvest snaps, shapes or a twirl!
What is one thing we might not guess about you?
I am a big rugby league fan!
Speech Pathologists
Fay Lau
Speech Pathologist
Meet Fay
Speech Pathologist
Fay graduated from the University of Sydney with a Masters of Speech and Language Pathology. She has experience in working with a range of communication difficulties, including speech sound disorders, language delay, social communication disorders and stuttering. She has worked in different settings, including private, non-profit organisations and schools. Fay is particularly passionate about early language development, social communication disorder and speech sound disorders. She aims to support all clients to reach their full potential by using evidence-based techniques to provide personalised and engaging therapy. Fay works closely with families, teachers and the interdisciplinary team to provide therapy with a holistic view.
Fay shared with us some more information about her.
What do you do at My Therapy Crew?
I work with children who have difficulties with talking, understanding, communicating, or feeding. I help them develop their speech, language, and feeding skills so they can express themselves and participate more fully at home, school, and in everyday life.
What is your superpower at work?
I love turning therapy into play. Most of the time, kids are having so much fun they don’t even realise they’re actually working on their goals!
Tell us a little more about things you like to do
Beach days, bike rides, and family time—my perfect combo!
What is your favourite quote or motto?
Learning happens best when you're having fun.
What do you enjoy about working at My Therapy Crew?
It’s great being part of a team that genuinely cares about each other and always keeps people at the heart of what we do.
Tell us your go to work snack
Dried Mango, yum!
What is something about you we might not guess?
I love all kinds of adventures—whether it’s exploring new places, trying new things, or just embracing the unexpected.
Do you speak or write any languages other than English?
I am fluent in written Chinese, spoken Cantonese and conversational Mandarin.
Dietitans
Jessica
Dietitian
Meet Jessica
Dietitian
Dietitian's Australia ID 50703
Jessica is a Dietitian and graduated with a Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences and a Master of Dietetics Studies from the University of Queensland. She loves working as a dietitian and is passionate about helping her clients improve their health and nutrition through an evidenced-based and holistic approach.
Jessica loves working in the disability sector and feels proud when celebrating her clients’ achievements – no matter how big or small. While Jessica enjoys seeing clients for all types of concerns, her specialty areas are weight loss/gain, chronic disease management and healthy ageing.
Turning nutrition goals into achievable daily routines.
When I'm not working, you'll usually find me in the garden, experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, or spending time outdoors with my dog.
Small consistent changes can mean big results.
I love being part of a team that genuinely cares about their clients and each other. It's rewarding to work alongside dedicated professionals who share the same goal of helping people live healthier, more independent lives.
My fridge is usually better organised than my office desk.
Alled Health Assistants
Deborah
Allied Health Assistant
Meet Deborah
Allied Health Assistant
Originally from Victoria, Deb spent more than a decade as an Allied Health Assistant/Nurse in Fracture Clinic/ Rehab and Acute settings before deciding on a sea change. She moved to Hervey Bay for the warmer weather at the end of 2022. She has been working in the local Fraser Coast area as an Allied Health Assistant supporting My Therapy Crew clients.
What do you do at My Therapy Crew?
My role helps support other allied health professionals to deliver consistent client care though on the ground, with our clients. I help support clients through face to face therapy sessions around education and activities based on their plans, providing meaningful and consistent engagement towards their goals.
What is your superpower at work?
I make people feel safe and comfortable.
Tell us a little more about you....
When I am not at work, I love working in my garden growing healthy nutritious food, listening to music and writing and playing the Bass.
What is your favourite motto?
You are amazing! 😉
What do you enjoy about working at My Therapy Crew?
I love the team atmosphere and working as part of that amazing team.
What is your go to work snack?
Coffee!
What is one thing you might not guess about me?
I love collectables, and going fishing.
Admin
Melanie
Practice Manager
Meet Melanie
Practice Manager
In a previous life, Melanie threw the obligatory cap in the air and graduated with a degree in Communications, majoring in both Journalism and Screen Production. She then spent nearly 15 years working as a Producer for the film and television industry, both in Australia and internationally, before starting her family and eventually her own writing business from home.
Melanie joined MTC in 2024 for what was supposed to be a short stint to assist during an operations change and never ended up leaving. The only schedule she has ever allowed to blow out, what started as ‘a few weeks’ has now turned into over two years working for a company that she quickly discovered was a perfect values fit for her.
Melanie’s vast experience with producing as well as project and staff management meant that within a short time she was offered the role of Practice Manager, which she currently performs across all MTC sites.
Demi
Practice Manager (Maternity Leave)
Meet Demi
Practice Manager
Demi is a seasoned administrative professional with seven years of experience. Originally from Adelaide, she has built a strong foundation in administrative roles.
Since relocating to the Sunshine Coast in 2021, Demi has dedicated her expertise to the allied health industry. She thrives on providing exceptional client care and enjoys being the welcoming face of the team.
More about Demi
When not in the office, Demi enjoys the Sunshine Coast's beautiful outdoor lifestyle and finds balance through mindfulness movement.
Larissa
Administration Assistant
Meet Larissa
Administration Assistant
I keep the Sunshine Coast reception space organized and welcoming and ensure calls are handled for all of MTC.
What is your superpower at work?
Staying organised and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
Tell us a little more about you...
I love going to the beach, dancing and just relaxing – especially when I have nothing to do.
What is your favourite quote?
This too shall pass.
What do you enjoy about working at My Therapy Crew?
I feel truly supported by the team.
What is your go to workday snack?
Cereal bar + popcorn!
What is one thing we may not guess about you?
I’ve had grey hair from a young age – it runs in my family 😉
Can you speak and/or write any languages other than English?
Brazlian and Portugese.
Ruth Duncan
Finance and Compliance Manager
Meet Ruth
Finance and Compliance Manager
Ruth is a qualified CPA (Certified Practicing Accountant) since 2006 after completing her Bachelor of Business degree at QUT in 2003. Prior to joining My Therapy Crew, she worked in areas including Compliance, Policy Writing and Accreditation in the education sector. Ruth joined My Therapy Crew in 2021, assisting Matthew in various accounting and practice management tasks.
What do you do at My Therapy Crew
At My Therapy Crew, I handle a bit of everything behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly. I manage payroll to make sure everyone gets paid correctly and on time, take care of invoicing to keep our billing organized, and oversee HR tasks like onboarding, staff support, and general team management. Basically, I help keep the business side of things flowing so our therapists can focus on what they do best—supporting our clients.
What is your superpower at work?
I turn behind-the-scenes chaos into smooth operations—like magic, but with spreadsheets.
Tell us a little more about you..
I’m someone who thrives on keeping things organized—whether that’s running smooth operations at My Therapy Crew or hosting a great dinner with family and friends. I love cooking (bonus points if it’s for a crowd), diving into renovation projects, and spending time outdoors to recharge. I’m happiest when I’m creating something—whether it’s a beautiful home space, a delicious meal, or a streamlined process at work. I’m the go-to person when things need to get done… or when you need a good feed and a cozy place to hang out.
What is your favourite quote?
Efficiency with heart—because people matter behind every process.
What do you enjoy about working at My Therapy Crew?
I enjoy working at My Therapy Crew because it feels like being part of a supportive family where everyone’s focused on making a real difference. I get to use my skills to keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes, which means the therapists can focus on what they do best—helping people. Plus, I love the mix of challenges and the chance to connect with a team that values both professionalism and genuine care. It’s rewarding to know my work supports something meaningful every day.
What is your go to workday snack?
Savoury for fuel, chocolate for sanity.
What is something we might not guess about you?
Something you might not know about me is that I live on acreage and have two goats who keep life interesting!
Jesse Webb
Head of Growth and Culture
Meet Jesse
Head of Growth and Culture
Jesse is a strategic leader with extensive experience in the human services sector. He is passionate about fostering growth, building meaningful partnerships, and creating positive workplace cultures aligned with values and vision. As Head of Growth and Culture at My Therapy Crew, Jesse is focused on supporting the crew and driving innovative approaches to achieve outstanding outcomes.
What do you do at My Therapy Crew?
I spend my days helping our crew flourish so our clients can thrive. That means a little bit of everything; culture, recruitment, wellbeing, leadership, partnerships and often being the person who asks, “Have we thought about…?”.
What is your superpower at work?
Untangling messy problems and seeing the bigger picture. I love connecting people, systems and ideas to help good teams become great ones.
Tell is a little more about you...
I’m a husband, dad to three amazing kids and proudly based in the Glasshouse Country on the Sunshine Coast. Outside of work you’ll usually find me involved in community organisations, local leadership, church, or finding a reason to gather people together over good coffee. I also love spending time with my family, getting outdoors, hiking the Glass House Mountains, and keeping our chickens and bees.
What is your favourite quote?
“Seek justice, love mercy and walk humbly with your God.”
— Micah 6:8
What do you love about working at My Therapy Crew?
The people. We’re therapist-led, family-owned and genuinely values-driven. I love working alongside people who care deeply about each other and who never stop looking for better ways to support our clients, our crew and our community.
What is your go to workday snack?
A high-protein yoghurt… although coffee probably deserves an honourable mention.
What is one thing you might guess about me?
I’m a qualified chaplain and trained in crisis intervention and violence de-escalation. These days my conversations are usually a little less dramatic, but they’re every bit as meaningful.
Do you speak or write in any languages other than English?
Year 10 Spanish… which mostly amounts to “No hablo español.”
Matthew Scott
Director and Founder
Meet Matthew
Matthew is a qualified CPA (Certified Practicing Accountant) and has a lifetime of experience in helping small business owners flourish by doing what they do best: living out their dreams.
He graduated from Queensland University of Technology with a Bachelor's degree in Business in 1998.
Matt spared some number crunching time with us to share more about himself.
What I do at My Therapy Crew
I guide the vision and direction of My Therapy Crew, supporting our team and clients to flourish. My focus is on building a high-performing crew and creating a space where professionals can thrive while making a real impact.
My superpower at work
Cockroach-level Resilience: emerging successfully from multiple major crises, sometimes occurring at the same time.
A little about me
I’m a CPA and lifelong numbers guy, but outside work you’ll find me listening to podcasts, pondering the mysteries of the universe, and chasing new curiosities.
Favorite quote or motto
“Play the long game.”
What I enjoy about working at My Therapy Crew
I love building a team that. shares my passion for helping others, seeing professionals grow in confidence, and hearing about those unforgettable ‘first-time’ breakthroughs from our clients.
Go-to snack during the workday
Anything sweet or crunchy.
One thing you might not guess about me
I’m a (retired) qualified Remedial Massage Therapist.
Peita Bamford
Head of Operations
Meet Peita
Head of Operations
Peita has significant experience in the allied health and disability industries, and she is passionate about the importance of business operations and organisation. Peita has worked in business and financial operations for over 25 years and has completed a Bachelor of Business with a major in Human Resources. Peita is also one of the members of our Executive Team.
Peita enjoys spending time with her family and friends in her spare time. Her hobbies include catching up with friends, trying new things and sitting down with a good book.
What do you do at My Therapy Crew?
My role oversees all operational functions of My Therapy Crew - to ensure our clinicians have wonderful systems to support their day to day work and our administration team are equipped with everything needed to support our clients and crew with all the work they do. Think systems, processes and lots of planning!
Tell us more about you....
I have a busy life outside of work with two kids, a husband and a pug. My kids love outdoor spots so we spend lots of time attending all sorts of sporting events. I love adding to my book pile - to be read!
What is your favorite quote?
Treat others how you wish to be treated.
What do you love about working at My Therapy Crew?
Her favourite thing about working for My Therapy Crew is the wonderful team culture and the positive impact this has on not only the team but MTC clients.
What is your go to workday snack?
Chocolate, lollies and cheese!
What is one thing we wouldn't guess about you?
I would own a little bookshop, with a café if I wasn’t Head of Operations.
Sarah Raffell
Growth and Partnerships Manager
Meet Sarah
Growth and Partnerships Manager
Sarah graduated with a Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy (Hons) from the University of Canterbury in New Zealand . Since then, she has gained extensive experience in speech pathology, neurorehabilitation, allied health leadership and service development, and has published research in the field of dysphagia. Her career has taken her across New Zealand, England, Scotland and Australia, working in acute hospitals, community rehabilitation and specialist brain injury services before progressing into multidisciplinary and allied health leadership roles.
I spend a lot of my time connecting with people, building meaningful relationships and looking for new opportunities for My Therapy Crew to grow. That might mean strengthening referral pathways, developing partnerships, exploring new services or finding different ways we can meet the needs of our communities. I love bringing people and ideas together and turning opportunities into action while making sure our growth stays true to our values and ultimately makes a positive difference for our clients and crew.
What is your superpower at work?
Connecting with people - getting to know them, hearing their stories and understanding what matters to them while having a laugh and helping everyone feel included.
Tell us a little more about you...
I absolutely love travelling and have been to 38 countries (including nine trips to Italy), lived in four countries and collected a life-sized souvenir along the way in the form of a Scottish husband.
My happy places are at the beach (particularly Straddie and Noosa) and in the mountains. Some of my favourite things are spending time with my husband and two children, catching up with friends, walking our Cavoodle, photography, swimming, playing the piano, discovering great cafés and restaurants, tackling escape rooms as a family, being involved at our church and exploring markets. More recently, I’ve discovered just how addictive a 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle can be.
What is your favourite quote or motto?
I have two favourites…
“He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngata.”
“What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is people.”
- A Māori proverb
“Everything is figureoutable.”
- Marie Forleo
What do you enjoy about working at My Therapy Crew?
I love that the values at My Therapy Crew aren’t just words on a page - you genuinely see them in the way people support each other as a team and care about the people we work with. There’s a real emphasis on relationships, contributing to something bigger and making a difference.
I also love how intentional Judy and Matt are about making the Crew feel valued and appreciated. They lead by example in showing that people matter, not only in the big things but in the thoughtful little things they do for the crew every week. It’s this intentionality that has shaped a culture where people can flourish.
What is your go to workday snack?
Lindt 95% dark chocolate, sometimes with a side of raw almonds – usually paired with Earl Grey, chai tea or sparkling water.
What's one thing we might not guess about you?
I have three nationalities and three passports - so I’m ready if an international spy agency ever comes calling!
Do you speak or write any other languages?
Does Scottish count?!