Our Team
Our highly experienced multidisciplinary team is dedicated to delivering the best possible outcomes to help you reach your goals. Comprising skilled professionals across various allied health disciplines, our team is passionate about providing tailored support and evidence-based interventions that empower clients of all ages. Whether you're seeking assistance with speech pathology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, or allied health assistance, we’re here to help.
Leadership & Administration Team
Rachel King (she/her)
Director & Senior Physiotherapist
Rachel is Thrive’s Director and has 13 years of experience working in community rehabilitation across Australia and Cambodia. She also holds a Master of Public Health. Rachel is passionate about helping clients work towards meaningful goals through her clinical practice. She works closely with the broader team to ensure Thrive provides fair, professional and knowledgeable services that respond to each client’s individual needs. Rachel enjoys spending time with her family and keeping her energetic kelpies entertained!
Hayley Parker (she/her)
Practice Manager
Hayley plays an important role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of our services. She oversees key administrative processes, including service agreements, client onboarding, incident and risk management, and coordination between our clients, therapists and administration team. Hayley works to support efficient systems and maintain a high standard of service across the organisation. She is a key point of contact for clients, families and team members, helping ensure enquiries and administrative matters are handled clearly and promptly.
Sarah Constable (she/her)
Finance and Administration Manager
Sarah oversees the financial and administrative processes that support our clients and team. She manages invoicing, accounts and finance-related enquiries, while also helping coordinate the day-to-day administration of our services. Sarah works closely with families, therapists and the broader administration team, with a particular focus on supporting our paediatric clients. Her organised and approachable manner helps ensure financial and administrative matters are handled clearly, accurately and efficiently.
Emma Lorton (she/her)
Administration Assistant
Emma supports the day-to-day coordination of services for our clients and therapists. She assists with referrals, appointments, client enquiries and other administrative processes, with a particular focus on supporting our adult clients. Emma works closely with the broader administration and clinical teams to help ensure information is communicated clearly and clients receive timely support. Her friendly and helpful approach makes her a welcoming point of contact for clients, families and other members of their support teams.
Occupational Therapists
Renee Romeo (she/her)
Clinical Director/Senior Occupational Therapist
Renee has 18 years experience working as an OT with paediatric clients. She works with children with Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, developmental disorders, genetic disorders, learning difficulties and other developmental areas. As our Clinical Director, Renee provides guidance and training to our therapists and is the first point of call to answer any clinical enquiries from clients, parents and other informal and formal supports. Outside work Renee enjoys cycling, surfing and spending time with her family.
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Age Groups: Children
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, functional capacity assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Autism
ADHD
Learning difficulties
Developmental disorders
Genetic disorders
Deborah Harvey (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Deb is an Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience across clinical, leadership, and management roles. Her background includes work in acute and subacute health, disability, medico-legal, vocational rehabilitation, mental health, and teaching. She has worked in both public and private sectors and is passionate about helping clients achieve their goals through evidence-based practice. Outside of work, Deb enjoys gardening, horse-riding, the beach, and spending time with her family and friends.
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Deborah provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Northern, Western & Eastern suburbs
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI & cerebral palsy
Chronic & genetic conditions: Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, fibromyalgia, POTS
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Mental Health Conditions
Dementia & Aging
Sonja Kumar (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Sonja has over 15 years of experience as an occupational therapist, including five years working within the NDIS. She has extensive expertise in completing functional capacity assessments for adults with a wide range of diagnoses, from neurological conditions to intellectual and psychosocial disabilities. Sonja has experience supporting people with conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, dementia and autism. Outside of work, she enjoys baking, reading and spending time at the park.
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Sonja provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology & manual handling assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Dementia
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Mental Health Conditions
Jessamy Blair (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Jessamy has 10 years of experience working as an occupational therapist in community settings with NDIS participants. She has a strong interest in supporting adults with neurological conditions and has worked predominantly with individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI). Jessamy also has experience supporting people with intellectual and psychosocial disabilities and spinal cord injuries to improve their independence and participation in everyday activities. She has completed trauma-informed training focused on developing interoceptive awareness and helping people better recognise and respond to their internal body signals.
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Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Adelaide central & eastern suburbs, Adelaide Hills
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Gabrielle Brunton (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Gabi completed a Bachelor of Health Science in 2020 and a Master of Occupational Therapy in 2022. She has gained experience working across both hospital and community settings. Gabi is passionate about improving access to health services in regional and rural communities and supporting people to participate in activities that are meaningful to them. She enjoys working collaboratively with clients to understand their individual priorities and develop practical strategies that support their goals. Outside of work, you’ll find Gabi at the beach, spending time with her family and kelpie, or enjoying cooking.
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Gabrielle provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults & Teenagers
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Dementia & Aging
Mental Health Conditions
Jessica Ciarla (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Jess has over 11 years experience in acute, rehabilitation and community settings working with adults with a range of diagnoses including orthopaedic/vascular conditions, geriatric conditions, neurological disabilities and a range of medical and surgical conditions. Jess has a great interest and passion to work with NDIS participants and support them to achieve their goals and develop new skills and greater independence to maximise their health and wellbeing throughout daily life. In her spare time, Jess enjoys spending time with her family and friends and is a mum to two young daughters.
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Jessica provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Dementia & Aging
Nikki Flanagan (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Nikki has over 15 years of experience as an occupational therapist, primarily in complex rehabilitation. She has worked across acute, inpatient rehabilitation, day rehabilitation and community settings, supporting people with neurological, physical, age-related and degenerative conditions. For the past two years, Nikki has supported adults within the NDIS. She has extensive experience in complex assistive technology prescription and home modifications, helping clients improve their safety and independence at home. Outside of work, she enjoys being a mum to two energetic children and spending time at the beach.
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Neurological disorders, stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s, cerebral palsy
Physical condition: amputations
Dementia and Aging
Intellectual DisabilitiesFunctional Capacity Assessments
Home and Safety Assessments
Assessment and prescription of complex Assistive Technology (e.g., mobility scooters, manual wheelchairs, hi-lo beds, lift and recline chairs, mobile shower commodes)
Assessment and recommendations for Minor and Complex Home Modifications
Home and Living Reports (SIL, SDA, and ILO for NDIS participants)Neurological rehabilitation (upper limb therapy, electrical stimulation, cognitive retraining)
Goal directed interventions to build everyday living skills and enhance engagement in meaningful activites
Amy Daymond (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Amy graduated from Flinders University with a Master of Occupational Therapy in 2021. She has four years of experience working in community-based private practice, primarily supporting participants through the NDIS. Amy has also worked with clients accessing Home Care Packages, Department of Veterans’ Affairs funding, Return to Work programs and Disability Support for Older Australians. She enjoys working collaboratively with clients to provide practical support tailored to their individual needs and goals. Outside of work, Amy enjoys op shopping, discovering new foodie spots and walking with her partner and their energetic Border Collie.
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Amy provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Barossa Valley, Gawler, northern and metropolitan suburbs of Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ASD, ADHD, Intellectual disabilities, down syndrome and learning disorders)
Physical and neurological disabilities (stroke, ABI, MS, MND, CP, Post-Polio and Parkinson’s)
Psychosocial disabilities (GAD, BPD, schizophrenia, OCD and major depressive disorder)
Tracy Goh (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Tracy graduated from the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) and has four years of experience in community-based private practice. She has supported clients through the NDIS, Return to Work, Home Care Packages, the DHS Equipment Program and DVA. Before becoming an occupational therapist, Tracy completed qualifications in engineering, computer science and business administration, bringing a broad problem-solving perspective to her practice. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking and creative hobbies including sewing, painting, crochet and candle making.
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Tracy provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Adelaide Hills, southern suburbs and inner metropolitan suburbs
Therapy Services: Functional capacity assessments, assistive technology, complex seating, home modification assessments, manual handling and ongoing therapy services.
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ASD, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and learning disorders)
Genetic disorders
Physical and neurological disabilities (stroke, brain and spinal cord injury, MS, cerebral palsy & Parkinson’s Disease)
Mental health conditions
Aging and dementia
Chris Kopsaftis (he/him)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Chris completed a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at the University of South Australia. He has worked across metropolitan and regional South Australia and remotely in the Northern Territory, supporting people with physical, cognitive and psychosocial needs. His experience includes ongoing therapy, complex home modifications and assistive technology prescription to improve independence, safety and confidence. Chris provides holistic, person-centred support to NDIS, My Aged Care, DVA and private clients. He has experience working across the lifespan, from children aged six through to older adults in their nineties.
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Chris provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adolescents/Adults
Service Locations: Metropolitan suburbs of Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling, home modification assessments and daily living supports.
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ASD, ADHD, FASD, Intellectual disabilities, down syndrome and learning disorders)
Physical and neurological disabilities (Dementia, Stroke, ABI, MS, CP, Muscular Dystrophy, Huntington’s and Parkinson’s Disease)
Psychosocial disabilities (BPD, OCD, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.
Katherine Banning (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Katherine is an experienced occupational therapist who graduated in 2007 and has worked extensively across NDIS, DVA and SAHA settings. She supports adults with neurological conditions, physical and cognitive disabilities, mental health conditions, ageing-related needs and complex care requirements. Katherine has particular expertise in functional capacity, home and living, home modification and assistive technology assessments. She is also experienced in prescribing wheelchairs, mobility aids, scooters and personal care equipment, with additional training in wheelchair prescription, home modifications and stair lifts.
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Age Groups: Adults Service
Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide Therapy
Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments, capacity building
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Dementia & Aging
Palliative Care
Mental Health Conditions
Anna Temme (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Anna is a Senior Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience across public health, private practice and community settings. She has supported people of all ages with diverse physical, cognitive, functional and psychosocial needs, including extensive experience with NDIS participants. Anna provides functional capacity assessments, tailored therapy and assistive technology prescription to support independence and quality of life. Her collaborative, person-centred approach helps clients feel comfortable and supported throughout their therapy journey.
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Anna provides comprehensive functional assessments and tailored therapeutic interventions designed to enhance independence, confidence, and quality of life.
Her areas of expertise include Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs), Assistive Technology prescription, and collaborative support planning with clients, families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to create practical and sustainable outcomes.
Elise Vaughan (she/her)
Occupational Therapist
Elise is a compassionate Occupational Therapist with experience supporting children and adults with varied disabilities, including complex trauma. She provides 1:1 assessment and intervention, conducts formal and informal assessments, and supports families through parent and carer education. Elise has undertaken further professional development in areas including toilet training and mental health. She creates neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed environments where young people feel safe, supported, and understood. Outside of work, she enjoys Pilates, wakeboarding and catching up with friends and family.
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Elise provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Children & Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, functional capacity assessments, sensory processing assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurodivergent Support (including autism, ADHD, PDA, sensory processing disorders)Developmental difficulties
Intellectual disabilities
Mental Health
Dominque Sherratt (she/her)
Occupational Therapist
Dominique is an occupational therapist with experience across the disability and community sectors. She supports people to build independence, choice and meaningful participation through a client-centred, neuroaffirming and trauma-informed approach. Dominique works collaboratively with clients, families and multidisciplinary teams to identify strengths, reduce barriers and support participation at home and in the community. She has managed complex caseloads across regional and metropolitan South Australia, with a focus on NDIS supports, functional capacity assessments and capacity-building interventions.
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Dominque provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Paediatrics and Adults
Service Locations: Based in Findon office, provides services in home and school environments across Northern and Western suburbs of Adelaide.
Therapy Services: Functional capacity assessment, ongoing occupational therapy intervention across home, school and community environments.
Clinical Expertise In: Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ASD, ADHD, Intellectual disabilities and learning disorders)
Trauma informed care
Family coaching
Caitlyn Yeo (she/her)
Occupational Therapist
Caitlyn graduated with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) from the University of South Australia in 2021. She has experience supporting children across clinic, school, home, and community settings. Caitlyn is passionate about helping children feel confident and capable in their everyday routines, with particular interest in sensory processing, emotional regulation, daily living skills, and social participation. She is dedicated to providing individualised, neurodiversity‑affirming, trauma‑informed support in collaboration with families, educators, and other professionals.
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Caitlyn provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Children & Adolescents
Service Locations: Clinic, home, and school visits across Adelaide (including western, inner northern and eastern suburbs)
Therapy Services:
Comprehensive Occupational Therapy intervention
Standardised and observational assessments
Functional capacity assessments
Sensory processing assessments
School consultation, observation, and program planning
Caregiver education and strategy development
Clinical Expertise In:
Autism & Neurodivergent Support
ADHD
Sensory Processing Differences
Emotional Regulation
Developmental delays
Trauma-informed practice
Social Participation & Peer Relationships
Daily Living & Independence Skills
School Readiness & Participation
Family-Centred & Strengths-Based Practice
Emily Ielasi (she/her)
Occupational Therapist
Emily is an Occupational Therapist dedicated to helping children build independence, confidence, and participation in everyday activities. She has experience in both clinic and school settings, supporting children to develop motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, social participation, and emotional regulation. Currently completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Autism Studies at Griffith University, she continues to expand her expertise in inclusive education, neurodiversity, sensory and behavioural supports, and person-centred practice. Emily has also completed training in attachment-based and trauma-informed approaches. Outside of work, she enjoys staying active, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.
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Emily provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Children
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & northern and western suburbs
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, functional capacity assessments, sensory processing assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Autism, ADHD, Sensory processing and regulation
Emotional wellbeing
Developmental difficulties
Trauma-Informed Practice
Neurodivergent Support (including PDA, sensory processing disorders)
Social Participation & Peer Relationships
Self-Regulation & Coping Strategies
School & Community Integration
Brenton Kiesau (he/him)
Occupational Therapist
Brenton is an Occupational Therapist who completed a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) in 2021. He also holds qualifications in mechanical engineering, bringing a strong technical and practical perspective to his clinical practice.
Brenton delivers community-based assessments and interventions across NDIS and support at home settings. His experience includes functional capacity and home and living assessments, assistive technology prescription, complex seating, minor and complex home modifications, cognitive and home safety assessments, and activities of daily living capacity building.
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Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Community-based services across metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity assessments, home and living assessments, assistive technology trials and prescription, complex wheelchair seating, home modifications, home safety assessments, cognitive screening, ADL capacity building, rehabilitation and return-to-work support.
Clinical Expertise In:
Physical and neurological disabilities (Dementia, Stroke, ABI, MS, CP, Muscular Dystrophy, Huntington’s and Parkinson’s Disease)
Psychosocial disabilities (BPD, OCD, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.
Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ASD, ADHD, FASD, Intellectual disabilities, down syndrome and learning disorders)
Adriana Sapio (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Adriana has 13 years of experience as an occupational therapist across residential care and community paediatric settings. She has worked both as an occupational therapist and a vision assistive technology specialist, developing strong experience in supporting people with vision-related needs. Adriana also has extensive experience working within the NDIS and providing practical, individualised support based on each client’s needs and goals. She values helping people build independence and participate more confidently in everyday activities. Outside of work, Adriana enjoys travelling, hiking, climbing and drawing.
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Adriana provides support across the following areas:
Age group: Adults
Service locations: Metropolitan Adelaide and the Southern Fleurieu
Therapy services: Functional capacity assessments and adult vision support
Clinical experience:
Neurodevelopmental conditions, including autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, Down syndrome and learning disorders
Vision and hearing impairments, with basic Auslan skills
Dementia and ageing-related needs
Adult Vision Support
Adriana can support adults with vision impairment through:
Building independence in everyday activities at home and in the community, including cooking and shopping
Functional vision assessments
Strategies to make the most of residual vision
Vision training and compensatory techniques
Functional capacity assessments
Assistive technology assessments and training
Support to use mainstream technology, including phones and computers
Support to use specialised technology, including electronic magnifiers and screen-reading programs
Linking clients with other appropriate services, such as orientation and mobility instructors
Physiotherapists
Leela Bala (she/her)
Senior Physiotherapist
Leela has over 15 years of experience as a physiotherapist across community, rehabilitation and hospital settings in the UK and Singapore. Now settling into life in Australia, she is excited to apply her experience within the NDIS and support people to achieve meaningful goals. Leela takes a practical, person-centred approach and enjoys helping clients build strength, mobility, confidence and independence. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, meeting new people and discovering Adelaide’s best food spots. She is always happy to receive a good restaurant recommendation!
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Leela provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Neurological rehabilitation, ongoing physiotherapy, functional assessment, gait and mobility rehabilitation, balance and falls prevention, exercise prescription, manual handling and equipment assessments, community rehabilitation and hydrotherapy
Areas of Support:
Neurological disorders - Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s disease, Motor Neurone Disease (MND), Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Amputees
Intellectual disabilites
Frailty, Aged care and Dementia
Falls, Balance and Mobility difficulties
Orthopaedic and Post-Surgical Rehabilitation - Hip and Knee replacements
Reduced strength, endurance and functional independence
Rachel King (she/her)
Director and Senior Physiotherapist
Rachel is Thrive’s Director and has 13 years of experience working in community rehabilitation across Australia and Cambodia. She also holds a Master of Public Health. Rachel is passionate about helping clients work towards meaningful goals through her clinical practice. She works closely with the broader team to ensure Thrive provides fair, professional and knowledgeable services that respond to each client’s individual needs. Rachel enjoys spending time with her family and keeping her energetic kelpies entertained!
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Age Groups: Adults & teenagers
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, hydrotherapy, assistive technology reviews, manual handling reviews, exercise prescription
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Chronic & genetic conditions: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, fibromyalgia, POTS
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Musculoskeletal Conditions - osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis
Mental Health Conditions
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Dementia & Aging
Jonathan Norodom (he/him)
Senior Physiotherapist
Jonathan has over 5 years of experience in musculoskeletal and community Physiotherapy, with a strong focus on supporting NDIS participants. He is passionate about exercise-based rehabilitation, mobility and strength training, and helping people build independence in daily life. Jonathan has worked with participants living with stroke, spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, autism, and other developmental and physical disabilities. He strives to help each participant achieve their personal goals and improve their overall quality of life.
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Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic, Metro Adelaide, Northern Suburbs
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, hydrotherapy, supervised gym, home exercise program prescription, manual handling care plan reviews.
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological Disorders: Stroke, Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, TBI, Cerebral Palsy
Amputees
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Dementia & Aging
Chronic & genetic conditions: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, fibromyalgia, POTS
Nicolette Alberts (she/her)
Senior Physiotherapist
Nicolette is an experienced physiotherapist with over 15 years of clinical practice, specialising in rehabilitation and community-based neurological care. She has extensive experience supporting people with conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease. Nicolette works with clients in their homes and communities to improve function, independence and quality of life. She focuses on what matters most to each individual and develops practical strategies to help them achieve meaningful and realistic goals.
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Nicolette provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, hydrotherapy, assistive technology reviews, manual handling reviews, exercise prescription
Clinical Expertise In:
Amputees
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Dementia & Aging
Intellectual Disabilities
Hetvi Thaker (she/her)
Physiotherapist
Hetvi brings valuable experience in community rehabilitation. She has a strong interest in helping her clients achieve their goals through active, exercise based therapy. Hetvi has experience working with people with amputations, stroke, spinal cord injuries, acquired brain injury, as well as people with neurological conditions such as motor neurone disease, Parkinson's disease, etc. She strives to help clients improve their quality of life, independence and function by achieving their goals.
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Hetvi provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, hydrotherapy, assistive technology reviews, manual handling reviews, exercise prescription
Clinical Expertise In:
- Amputations
- Spinal cord injuries
- Acquired brain injuries
- Stroke
- Gait rehabilitation
- MND
- Parkinson's
- Other neurological conditions
Speech Pathologists
Caine De Ryke (he/him)
Senior Speech Pathologist
Caine graduated from Flinders University with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology in 2020. Since then he’s been providing therapy to both children and adults across a wide range of disabilities and conditions. Coming from years of working as a rural generalist, Caine has experience in providing comprehensive assessment and individualised therapy for children and adults across a wide range of areas including speech, language, literacy, feeding and dysphagia. In his spare time, Caine enjoys surfing, woodworking and gaming.
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Caine provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Children & Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & southern suburbs of Adelaide
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, speech & language assessments, swallowing assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Autism
ADHD
Learning difficulties
Developmental disorders
Genetic disorders
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Lara Williams (she/her)
Senior Speech Pathologist
Lara graduated with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) from Flinders University in 2021. She has experience working with both children and adults across clinic and community settings. Lara has a strong passion for paediatrics, with particular interest in speech sound disorders, early intervention, childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), literacy, language, and AAC. She is committed to providing individualised, neurodiversity-affirming, evidence-based therapy in collaboration with families, educators, and other professionals. Lara enjoys travelling, exploring new restaurants, and winding down with a good movie.
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Lara provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Children & Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, speech & language assessments, swallowing assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Autism
ADHD
Learning difficulties
Developmental disorders
Genetic disorders
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Shakira Marin (she/her)
Senior Speech Pathologist
Shakira has experience providing adult and paediatric assessment and intervention across a range of practice areas in both clinic and community settings. She has a strong passion for working across the lifespan, with experience in dysphagia and mealtime management, motor speech and voice therapy, AAC, cognitive-communication and neurorehabilitation. She is committed to delivering individualised, neurodiversity-affirming, evidence-based therapy in collaboration with clients, families, educators, and other professionals to support meaningful outcomes.
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Shakira provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Children & Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, speech & language assessments, swallowing assessments
Clinical Expertise In:Autism
ADHD
Learning difficulties
Developmental disorders
Genetic disorders
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Tess Salter (she/her)
Speech Pathologist
Tess graduated with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology from Southern Cross University in 2023. With a strong passion for early intervention and supporting children to communicate in ways that reflect their individual strengths and interests, she uses her experience in speech, literacy, early language development, and AAC to offer comprehensive support. Tess has experience working with children across clinic, school, home, telehealth and community settings and is committed to providing neurodiversity-affirming, evidence-based, family-centred therapy. Outside of work, Tess enjoys reading, exploring cafés and restaurants, and practising/teaching yoga.
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Tess provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Infants, Children & Adolescents
Service Locations: Home, School, Clinic, Community & Telehealth
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, speech and language assessments, early intervention
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurodivergent Support (including autism, ADHD, PDA, sensory processing disorders)
Developmental difficulties
Intellectual disabilities
Mental Health
Learning Difficulties
Vincy Chan (she/her)
Speech Pathologist
Vincy graduated from Flinders University with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology in 2022. She has extensive experience supporting children and adults with diverse disabilities and is passionate about creating meaningful change across the lifespan. Her primary clinical interests include early intervention, speech sound disorders, language, literacy, AAC, and paediatric feeding development. Committed to providing neurodiversity-affirming, evidence-based care, Vincy collaborates closely with families, educators, and multidisciplinary professionals. Vincy enjoys travelling, crocheting, and watching K-dramas.
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Vincy provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Children & Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, speech & language assessments, swallowing assessments.
Clinical Expertise In:
- Autism
- ADHD
- Learning difficulties
- Developmental disorders
- Genetic disorders
- Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, - MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Therapy Assistants
Skylah Harvey (she/her)
Therapy Assistant (Level 2)
Skylah is a Level 2 Allied Health Assistant who supports clients to work towards their individual therapy goals. Under the guidance of Thrive’s experienced therapists she helps clients practise skills and complete therapy programs designed by their treating clinician. Skylah takes a practical and person-centred approach, adapting activities to suit each client’s needs, strengths and interests. She enjoys building positive relationships with clients and supporting them to develop greater confidence, independence and participation in everyday life.
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