Therapy on the Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Therapists (& Surrounds)
Where to find us
Sunshine Coast
Phone
07 5211 0036
Address:
1 Gardak St,
Alexandra Headland QLD 4572
Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday: 9 am - 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 and up to Noosa. 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.
The Team
Judy
Principal OT & Founder
Meet Judy
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 nearly 20 years of experience working with people, their families, and support networks. She works with people who have a variety of disabilities ranging from intellectual to physical to psycho-social.
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.
More about Judy
Judy loves spending time with her kids and is an avid coffee drinker. She loves being the Principal OT at My Therapy Crew and counts it a privilege to work alongside the team and hear the good news stories of what is happening for clients.
Chantal
Clinic Manager / Senior OT
Meet Chantal
Clinic Manager / Senior OT
Chantal, originally from Melbourne, made the move to the picturesque Sunshine Coast with her husband and two young boys, a decision they have not regretted. Her professional journey has been marked by a diverse array of experiences, having worked across various roles in acute, sub-acute, and community settings, primarily focusing on neuro clients. Chantal's strong passion for neuro and assistive technology shines through in her work and is dedicated to enhancing the lives of those she serves. What she finds most rewarding about occupational therapy is the opportunity to support individuals on their journey towards reaching their full potential and witnessing their growth.
More about Chantal
Outside of her professional endeavors, Chantal finds solace and joy in spending quality time outdoors with her beloved family, cherishing moments of togetherness and relaxation. She delights in the company of friends, savoring a glass of wine by the beach.
Lindy
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Meet Lindy
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Fay
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.
More about Fay
She relocated from Sydney recently with her family and is keen to explore all the beaches around the coast. She also enjoys cycling and water sports.
Tara
OT
Meet Tara
Occupational Therapist
Tara graduated from the University of the Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) in 2020. 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 fueled by her love for creativity and her drive to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.
More about Tara
Tara enjoys spending time with her partner and two border collie fur babies Kora and Koby either going for walks or swims at the beach. Tara loves all things sports, having an active lifestyle and spending time with her family and friends.
Taylah
OT
Meet Taylah
OT
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.
More about Taylah
She loves the beach and her weekends are spent trying out new food locations, swimming, watching her beloved Collingwood AFL team win, or adventuring somewhere new.
Kieran
OT
Meet Kieran
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.
More about Kieran
Outside of work, Kieran enjoys spending time with family, exploring new places, and pursuing hobbies like photography and cooking.
Admin
Matthew
Director & Founder
Meet Matthew
Director and Founder
Matthew is a qualified CPA (Certified Public 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.
More about Matthew
In Matthew's spare time, he enjoys listening to podcasts and pondering the mysteries of the universe.
His favourite thing about working at My Therapy Crew is building a high-performing team, working with other professionals and supporters, and hearing about all the ‘first-time’ breakthroughs that keep occurring in the lives of clients
If Matthew wasn’t an accountant, he’d be a lion-tamer.
Peita
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.
More about Peita
Peita enjoys spending time with her family and friends in her spare time. Her hobbies include reading and being part of a book club.
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.
She would own a little bookshop, with a café if she wasn’t Head of Operations.
Jesse
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.
More about Jesse
Jesse is a devoted husband and father of three who calls Glasshouse Country on the Sunshine Coast home. He enjoys hiking in the nearby Glasshouse Mountains, sharing quality time with loved ones, and starting the day with a good coffee. For Jesse, political elections are as exciting as a sporting grand final.
Ruth
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.
More about Ruth
Between running around after her kids and their various extracurricular activities Ruth enjoys cooking and hosting family and friends. She also enjoys being out in the country, saying if she wasn’t an accountant, she would love to run a Bed and Breakfast.
Demi
Practice Manager
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.