Meet the team

Natalie Pedler

Allied Health Assistant >
Experienced in diverse roles including aged care, sports programs, and hydrotherapy. Is also a skilled swim instructor.

Let us introduce Natalie, a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in assisting and supporting both clients and therapists. Natalie has been exposed to various roles and areas within the healthcare field, including aged care, community visits, sporting programs, hydrotherapy, and rehabilitation for conditions such as stroke, brain injury, and multiple sclerosis. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated her ability to provide valuable support and effectively utilize advanced technologies to enhance client care.

Natalie’s expertise extends beyond traditional therapy settings. She is a skilled swim instructor, having worked with individuals of all ages, including children, adults, and people with disabilities. Her dedication to teaching swimming skills has made a positive impact on the lives of many, fostering confidence and enjoyment in the water.

What truly excites Natalie about her work is the daily variety it offers. Each day presents new challenges and opportunities, ensuring that her work remains dynamic and engaging. She finds great satisfaction in assisting clients and collaborating with other practitioners to help them progress towards their goals. Natalie draws inspiration from her team, as their collective expertise and passion for making a difference serve as a constant source of motivation.

With Natalie’s wealth of experience, versatile skill set, and dedication to client-centered care, clients can trust that they are in capable hands throughout their journey.

Ashleigh Ewen

Senior Physiotherapist

Ashleigh is a Senior Physiotherapist specialising in neurological physiotherapy, passionate about enabling clients’ meaningful goals.

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Iain Irving

Senior Occupational Therapist

Iain is an OT with 17+ years of experience at Royal Rehab across Brain Injury and Sexuality Services. He is passionate about advocating for clients’ goals.

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Isabella (Bella) Pelagio

Isabella (Bella) Pelagio

Physiotherapist

Isabella is a physiotherapist experienced in acute care, community settings and advanced technology.

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Jason Redhead

Jason Redhead

Senior Physiotherapist & Advanced Technology Clinical Lead

In his role as the Advanced Technology Clinical Lead at Royal Rehab LifeWorks in Ryde, Jason's passion lies in harnessing the power of technology to enhance client engagement and improve therapy outcomes

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Jessica Beauman

Jessica Beauman

Occupational Therapist

Jessica has experience in stroke rehab, specialising in upper limb and cognitive retraining with advanced tech.

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Joel Chan

Joel Chan

Physiotherapist

Experienced in neuro rehab, community rehab, and ortho/musculoskeletal therapy, including advanced technology. Excited to empower clients.

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Kate Macindoe

Kate Macindoe

Senior Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapy Driver Assessor

Kate has experience with various diagnoses, assistive technology, and driving assessments, and enjoys promoting independence.

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Katrina Moles

Katrina Moles

Physiotherapist

Neurological rehab specialist excited to offer clients the best outcomes with advanced technology. Passionate about innovation.

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Marie Crema

Marie Crema

Administration Officer

Marie has a background in audiology & allied health, and loves making a difference in a collaborative team.

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Melinda Beecham

Melinda Beecham

Program Coordinator

Disability sector experience across multiple countries. Passionate about tech-driven rehabilitation and client-focused services.

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Vanessa Arratia (she/her)

Program Coordinator / Speech Pathologist

Extensive experience in rehabilitation, palliative care and sexuality services.

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Bethany Halmy

Exercise Physiologist

Bethany is a dedicated Exercise Physiologist with extensive rehab experience

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Sarah Coorey 

Allied Health Assistant

Passionate about helping clients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life through collaborative therapy.

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Rujun Qiang

Occupational Therapist

Rujun is an accomplished Occupational Therapist specialising in neurological rehabilitation, dedicated to enhancing clients' functionality and independence.

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Alejandra Casarotti Romano

Speech Pathologist

A dedicated Speech Pathologist, fluent in Italian and Spanish, specialising in adult speech, language, and fluency disorders.

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Phillipa Mills

Physiotherapist

Dedicated Physiotherapist with a passion for patient-centered care and background in neurological rehabilitation and geriatrics.

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Derek Chung

Occupational Therapist

Derek is a dedicated occupational therapist passionate about empowering individuals with neurological conditions through innovative interventions.

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Heidi Giewald

Psychosexual Therapist

Heidi is a Psychosexual Therapist with over 15 years of expertise in sexual health and counselling, focusing on enhancing pleasure and supporting clients with diverse sexual and cognitive health needs.

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Natalie Pedler

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Allied Health Assistant

Let us introduce Natalie, a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in assisting and supporting both clients and therapists. Natalie has been exposed to various roles and areas within the healthcare field, including aged care, community visits, sporting programs, hydrotherapy, and rehabilitation for conditions such as stroke, brain injury, and multiple sclerosis. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated her ability to provide valuable support and effectively utilize advanced technologies to enhance client care.

Natalie’s expertise extends beyond traditional therapy settings. She is a skilled swim instructor, having worked with individuals of all ages, including children, adults, and people with disabilities. Her dedication to teaching swimming skills has made a positive impact on the lives of many, fostering confidence and enjoyment in the water.

What truly excites Natalie about her work is the daily variety it offers. Each day presents new challenges and opportunities, ensuring that her work remains dynamic and engaging. She finds great satisfaction in assisting clients and collaborating with other practitioners to help them progress towards their goals. Natalie draws inspiration from her team, as their collective expertise and passion for making a difference serve as a constant source of motivation.

With Natalie’s wealth of experience, versatile skill set, and dedication to client-centered care, clients can trust that they are in capable hands throughout their journey.