Allison is a Physiotherapist with experience in the private practice, community, and aged care sectors. She graduated from Melbourne’s La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Health Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice and has over six years of experience in the industry.
Over the past three years, Allison has also been involved in Clinical Education, Clinical Coaching, and Allied Health Management. She is currently completing her Postgraduate Master’s in Women’s Health Physiotherapy.
Sarah Bazzo is a seasoned professional with over 2 decades of leadership experience, bringing a unique blend of corporate and community service expertise to her role as Acting Managing Director at Therapy Circles. With an extensive background in branch management and team leadership from her tenure at Westpac Banking Corporation, Sarah has honed her skills in customer service excellence, compliance, and staff development.
Holding two Certificates IV, in both Community Services and Alcohol & Other Drugs, Sarah is deeply committed to improving the lives of individuals requiring therapy and support. Her leadership ensures Therapy Circles upholds its high standards of care, innovation, and compassionate service delivery.
Sarah’s comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by both clients and service providers enables her to drive impactful change and support within the community. Passionate about empowering her team and those they serve, Sarah is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and trust at Therapy Circles.
Manprit is the Allied Health Manager and an experienced Occupational Therapist at Therapy Circles, based in Melbourne, Victoria. Since joining our team, she has played a pivotal role in leading service development and ensuring high-quality care for our NDIS participants.
Manprit holds a BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy from Glasgow Caledonian University. With close to eight years of experience across hospital and community settings in Singapore and Australia, she is passionate about helping people with disabilities build independence and confidently integrate into their communities. Manprit’s clinical expertise spans physical, mental, and sensory disabilities, working with individuals across the lifespan, with a particular focus on adolescents and adults aged 12 to 65 years under the NDIS. She is also committed to ongoing professional development and is currently advancing her skills through the OTA Professional Supervisor Programme Course.
Known for her warm personality and dedication to best-practice care, Manprit builds strong relationships with participants, empowering them to achieve their goals. Her commitment to supervision and education ensures that her team is continually growing and receiving exceptional support.
A passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist with over 8 years of experience in providing evidence-based interventions and customised therapy programs for children with diverse needs. Naomi graduated with a double degree in Occupational Therapy and Human Anatomy from the University of Zimbabwe. She also has a postgraduate qualification in Early childhood development from Aga Khan University. She has strong proficiency in the assessment and treatment of various developmental, sensory and motor challenges to enable children to reach their potential in functional independence and improve their quality of life. She is detail-oriented, flexible and creative in interpersonal relationships to help achieve patients’ goals. She is dedicated to working closely with children and their families in designing therapy programs that align with their goals and are evidence-based, effective and efficient to improve functional performance in various environments such as their home, school and community.
Elena MacDonald is an accomplished speech pathologist with specialised speech, language, voice, and swallowing rehabilitation expertise. Her extensive clinical experience spans work at Fremantle and Fiona Stanley Hospitals, where she treated communication and swallowing disorders in patients with stroke, traumatic brain injury, voice impairments, and progressive neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis.
Elena is highly skilled in evidence-based therapies for dysphasia, dysphagia, dysphonia, and cognitive communication disorders. Certified in Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT LOUD) for Parkinson’s Disease, she is known for her innovative therapeutic approaches, strong interpersonal skills, and commitment to enhancing long-term client outcomes.
Danica is a Physiotherapist with 9 years of clinical experience in private practice and community sectors. She completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Notre Dame University and graduated with First Class Honours. Currently, Danica is undertaking her Postgraduate Master’s in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at Curtin University and is involved in clinical research.
Danica implements client-centered care and evidence-based practices to identify what is meaningful to her participants and to help them achieve their goals. Danica is passionate about helping clients of all age groups improve their functional capacity in both the home and community. She utilises a multimodal approach of physiotherapy support including exercise therapy, pain physiology management, dry needling, joint mobilisations and soft tissue release to achieve the best outcomes for her clients.
Henry Tsoi is a dedicated physiotherapist at Therapy Circles. Bringing over four years of experience across both clinical and community settings, he specialises in neurological rehabilitation, utilising innovative techniques and a holistic approach to facilitate recovery and improve functional outcomes for his patients.
Henry holds a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. His ongoing commitment to professional development is demonstrated through advanced training and extensive clinical practice. Henry integrates evidence-based methods with innovative therapies to address the unique needs of each patient, enhancing their overall quality of life.
Known for his compassion and expertise, Henry is deeply committed to helping individuals regain their independence and navigate their rehabilitation journey with confidence. He values building meaningful relationships with his clients, offering support and encouragement every step of the way.
Diane is a Speech Pathologist at Therapy Circles. She holds a Bachelor of Speech Pathology with Honours from the University of Queensland and is a Certified Practicing Member of Speech Pathology Australia. Diane is passionate about family-centred practice and works collaboratively with children and families to reach their communication goals. She strongly believes in collaborating not just with parents, but with other professionals to improve the continuity of care. With over 10 years of experience, Diane has spent most of her professional years working with children with developmental delays, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Language Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, stuttering and speech language delays. Her past work experience includes the public healthcare and education systems in Queensland, Australia, and at the Child Development Unit of the main tertiary children’s hospital in Singapore. Diane also spent a number of years being part of a Consultancy Team from the children’s hospital that supported pre-school intervention programs in Singapore through training and coaching educators. She believes that empowering educators and caregivers to understand and support communication is a vital aspect of supporting child development.
Diane is trained in a number of speech pathology programs including Lidcombe Program, Social Thinking, Natural Language Acquisition and parent training programs from Hanen (It Takes Two to Talk, Talkability, More Than Words), Signpost for Building Better Behaviour, and the Relational Invitational Approach.
With a holistic approach to communication, Diane is dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families.
Hector is a dedicated Occupational Therapist based in Western Australia, with a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Curtin University. Since graduating, he has been passionately working within the NDIS setting, specializing in providing support to young children.
With a person-centred approach, Hector focuses on empowering children to develop their skills and achieve their goals in a nurturing environment. He believes in the importance of tailoring therapy to each child’s unique needs and fostering meaningful connections with families. Hector is also committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children and their families, guiding them on their journey towards independence and well-being.
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Tanya Mason is a highly skilled Occupational Therapist with over 12 years of experience. She has a diverse professional background, including expertise in forensic mental health and aged care rehabilitation. Trained in the United Kingdom, Tanya relocated to Perth in 2022, where she continues to excel in the NDIS sector and aged care, driven by her passion for empowering individuals through occupational therapy interventions.
Tanya’s extensive life experience complements her clinical expertise, allowing her to connect with clients empathetically and communicate effectively with people from all backgrounds. Her approach is characterised by compassion, understanding, and a commitment to delivering personalised care.
Tanya is deeply passionate about supporting clients in overcoming psychosocial and physical challenges through practical, individualised solutions. She is dedicated to helping individuals engage in activities that hold personal significance, enabling them to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives.
By working collaboratively with her clients, Tanya develops personal treatment plans that reflect their unique goals and aspirations. Her focus is on empowering clients to become the best versions of themselves and achieve their fullest potential.
Muna is a dedicated Speech Pathologist at Therapy Circles. Muna holds a Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology from Curtin University. Muna is unwavering in her commitment to providing client-based, relationship-focused services. Her extensive experience extends across age groups, including both children and adults from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds within the disability sector.
Muna possesses a diverse skill set that spans across a wide range of areas within the field of speech pathology. Her expertise includes dysphagia management, and addressing various speech and language challenges. She is highly proficient in working with individuals of all ages who face a variety of disabilities, including ASD, schizophrenia, ADHD, and intellectual disability, highlighting her versatility and commitment to holistic care. Additionally, she is skilled in the use of AAC devices and is passionate about providing training and education to teachers and parents to enhance clients’ progress.
Muna’s impressive career includes leadership roles, such as managing a team of speech pathologists in her previous position, where she provided consistent staff training and support. Her expertise extends to assessing clients, designing tailored intervention plans and strategies for dysphagia, speech, language, and communication difficulties, and adeptly handling complex case scenarios.
Muna’s background, broad expertise, and client-centred approach will ensure all clients have the potential to achieve their respective goals, contributing to their overall well-being and development.
Jim is an international Occupational Therapist with over seven years of clinical experience in the Philippines. His areas of expertise include child development and community disability rehabilitation, where he assists individuals with disabilities in functioning independently in both the private and public sectors.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Perpetual Help System Laguna. Driven by his passion and compassion for helping others reach their full potential, Jim enables clients to engage in meaningful and fulfilling activities. He applies a client-centered and evidence-based approach in his holistic practice.
He believes that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy life and live meaningfully.
Andrea is an international occupational therapist with over five years of clinical experience in the Philippines and the UAE. Specialising in pediatric therapy, she focuses on supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), developmental delays, and intellectual disabilities. Holding a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Davao Doctors College, Andrea is deeply passionate about empowering children to reach their fullest potential through individualised, evidence-based interventions.
With a diverse background working across cultures, Andrea brings a unique, compassionate approach to her practice, ensuring each child is treated with care, respect, and understanding. She is dedicated to creating supportive, inclusive environments that foster independence, confidence, and growth, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.
Jaclyn is a dedicated Occupational Therapist with over 5 years of experience, primarily based in the Philippines. She began her career in a full-time public hospital setting, where she worked with adult and geriatric patients, focusing on neurological and orthopaedic conditions. In addition to her hospital experience, Jaclyn spent 1.5 years working part-time in a private setting, specialising in paediatric neurodevelopmental conditions.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Emilio Aguinaldo College, Philippines, and furthered her education with a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Santo Tomas, Philippines.
Jaclyn is passionate about improving her clients’ quality of life through meaningful occupations. She believes in the power of occupational therapy to enhance independence and well-being, creating positive and lasting changes in the lives of those she works with.
Jay is a dedicated Occupational Therapist at Therapy Circles, bringing over four years of diverse clinical experience to support NDIS participants in achieving greater independence and well-being.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and has honed his skills both in hospital-based rehabilitation and community therapy settings. He has worked in various centres across the Philippines, focusing on evidence-based interventions for individuals of all ages and abilities. Passionate about professional development, Jay continually expands his skill set to ensure he delivers innovative, high-quality care.
Warm, creative, and collaborative, Jay believes therapy should be as engaging as it is effective. He tailors each session to the individual, aiming to empower participants with practical strategies and playful activities that fit their unique goals. Jay’s philosophy is simple: everyone has the capacity to grow, learn, and thrive—and he’s committed to guiding clients along that journey in a supportive, fun, and person-centred way.
