About Us
At Neurological Physiotherapy Geelong, we deliver the highest quality neurological, concussion and vestibular physiotherapy and exercise physiology services to the Geelong region.
We take pride in our staff having advanced neurological, concussion and vestibular physiotherapy skills and knowledge. Our therapy team has extensive experience in the neurological field and many of our staff hold post-graduate qualifications in neurological therapy. Our concussion and vestibular physiotherapists have undertaken post-graduate training, use advanced equipment and evidence-based treatments.
We have worked with people living with all kinds of neurological and vestibular conditions in Geelong, Melbourne, interstate and overseas. We work closely within each client’s multi-disciplinary team, wherever they are located, to ensure that our clients receive streamlined, collaborative care.
All staff maintain up to date registrations with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, relevant Working with Children and Police Checks, appropriate insurance and exceed the minimum requirements for annual continuing professional development.
Our Vision & Values
Our vision is to provide high quality, client-centred, evidence-based physiotherapy and exercise physiology for adults living with neurological conditions and people of all ages following a concussion or experiencing vertigo, dizziness or balance problems.
We are also passionate about delivering education and support to colleagues and the general public to improve health literacy, timely access to physiotherapy and exercise physiology services and the quality of care in our region.
Our Values
Excellence
We pride ourselves on having a team of highly experienced neurological therapists. We have extensive local, interstate and international neurological, vestibular and concussion clinical experience, post-graduate training and professional development.
Collaboration
We are proudly a dual-discipline service who have forged strong relationships with multiple healthcare providers across the Geelong region. We make it a priority to work alongside these colleagues to ensure all clients receive integrated, streamlined and collaborative care. We also work closely with our client’s personal support networks to assist them to achieve their goals.
Compassion
We recognise that providing exceptional healthcare involves acting with empathy, compassion and understanding. Our clients’ physical and emotional wellbeing is our top priority and we pride ourselves on keeping this at the centre of what we do.
Respect
We understand that every individual, health condition and circumstances are unique. We are welcoming and supportive to ensure that each client feels understood, valued and accepted.
Passion
Ultimately, we love what we do. Nothing makes us happier than being a positive and meaningful part of each client’s journey and supporting them to live their life as best they can. And we like to have fun whilst doing so!
Our Team
Rosie Marsiglio (she/her)
Physiotherapist / Director
Rosie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons) from the University of Melbourne in 2006 and holds a Post-Graduate Diploma in Neurological Rehabilitation. With extensive post-graduate training, her primary clinical work involves treating people with vertigo and concussion.
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Rosie developed an early passion for neurological physiotherapy in 2008 and has worked in this rewarding field ever since. Her career to date has spanned three Melbourne tertiary hospitals and four years in the United Kingdom, before relocating to Geelong in 2018.
Rosie has completed a wide range of neurological professional development, with learning over the past six years focused on vestibular and concussion rehab. She has advanced vestibular training (USA-based Herdman team), extensive concussion experience and more recently has become proficient interpreting brain imaging across a variety of pathologies.
Zoe Anderson (she/her)
Physiotherapist / Director
Zoe developed an immediate passion for neurological physiotherapy as an undergraduate at LaTrobe University and has since completed a Graduate Certificate in Neurological Rehabilitation at Australian Catholic University.
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Zoe was Chair of the APA Victorian Neurological Special Interest Group in 2023 and 2024, and remains actively involved with the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) where she advocates for our regional neurological clients, and brings first-hand professional development, knowledge, skills and research updates to Geelong.
After graduating in 2010 she obtained neurological skills in a variety of clinical settings at three large tertiary hospitals both in Victoria and interstate, before relocating to Geelong in 2014. Zoe held the senior acute neurological physiotherapy role at Barwon Health for six years before transitioning to the community setting. She has an extensive knowledge of the Geelong region's neurological services and leaders in care. Combining her acute neuro respiratory experience with her community caseload, Zoe's area of both passion and expertise is working with neurological conditions with respiratory compromise, specifically Motor Neuron Disease (MND).
Having grown up in Western Victoria, Zoe feels strongly about neurological clients in our region receiving high quality physiotherapy services comparable to the best in metropolitan locations. In addition to her strong interest and advanced training in neuro-respiratory physiotherapy, Zoe also practices and teaches Pilates for neurological clients for the APA and has completed Basic and Advanced Bobath training. She previously shared her knowledge through academic roles at Deakin University and Australian Catholic University, Ballarat.
Catherine Stockton (she/her)
Neurological Physiotherapist
Catherine graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 1999 after which time she has worked almost exclusively in the field of neurological physiotherapy. After moving to London in 2003, Catherine worked in complex brain injury for many years.
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Since returning to Australia in 2008 she has worked in rehabilitation in both public and private settings, gaining extensive experience in a wide variety of neurological conditions and continuing her commitment to lifelong learning through attendance at regular courses including more recently her advanced Bobath training. Catherine has a keen interest in Parkinson's disease and supporting those living with the condition to manage their symptoms through regular exercise in line with emerging research. She is also trained and experienced in the management of vestibular and balance conditions, ataxia syndromes, MS and has worked for many years in stroke rehabilitation.
Catherine is passionate about supporting clients to achieve meaningful outcomes, to maximise independence, quality of life and the ability to participate in the activities that are important to them.
Kerrie Ryan (she/her)
Neurological Physiotherapist
Kerrie graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Melbourne in 2006 and completed a Graduate Diploma in Neurological Rehabilitation from the University of Western Australia.
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Kerrie developed her passion for working with people with a variety of neurological conditions early in her career while in a rehabilitation setting at St Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne before taking a senior role on the acute stroke unit.
Working with clients post stroke remains a particular passion for Kerrie, however more recently she also has had extensive experience consulting with patients with a variety of neuromuscular conditions including muscular dystrophy, FSHD, mitochondrial myopathies and Charcot-marie-tooth.
Kerrie has always strived to build her clinical skills by completing ongoing professional development, with a particular interest in the Bobath concept. Having completed both basic and advanced training courses in this area she has a problem solving approach to the integration of postural control and task performance. She enjoys working with clients to achieve their goals and assist in maximising their independence and quality of life.
Brendan Cutts (he/him)
Neurological Physiotherapist
Brendan graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2010 and has gone on to treat people with dizziness and neurological conditions in Emergency Departments, Neurology and Neurosurgery wards and outpatient services in both metropolitan and regional health services.
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He completed a Master of Clinical Rehabilitation (Neurological Physiotherapy) from Flinders University in 2018 and was subsequently awarded the title of Neurological Physiotherapist by the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA).
Brendan has completed extensive vestibular physiotherapy training, including the Basic and Advanced competency-based courses. He has been working in this field since 2014. While working in Ballarat, Brendan underwent credentialing to assess people with dizziness referred to Specialist Physicians (eg ENT or Neurologists), cutting their waiting times by over a year and is currently implementing a similar service with Barwon Health. He enjoys staying at the forefront of research and is Principal Investigator in two research projects currently running in the Barwon region. He also teaches in the Physiotherapy School at Australian Catholic University.
Amy Thomson (she/her)
Neurological Physiotherapist
Amy graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2010. After three years working across a variety of clinical areas in a major metropolitan hospital, she followed her passion for neurological physiotherapy into private practice where she has worked for the past 8 years with clients with a wide variety of neurological conditions.
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She completed her Basic Bobath Course in 2014 and has since completed two advanced courses, integrating this approach flexibly into her treatment.
Amy has significant experience in working with people with vestibular conditions and concussion and has undertaken extensive professional development in this space. She is an advanced trained vestibular physiotherapist. Amy also has a particular clinical interest in working with people with Parkinson's Disease and is part of the Parkinson's Community of Practice, a team of physiotherapists passionate about optimising care of people with Parkinson's Disease.
She loves working collaboratively with her clients and their families to develop individualised treatment plans which support them to get the most out of life, now and in the future.
Madelaine Tate (she/her)
Neurological Physiotherapist
Maddy graduated from La Trobe University in 2015 with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Physiotherapy Practice and developed a strong passion for the neurological field very early on.
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Maddy holds a Masters in Neurological Physiotherapy from Flinders University (2023) and has undertaken extensive research in the area of stroke. Following this degree, she attained the title of Neurological Physiotherapist from the Australian Physiotherapy Association.
Maddy has worked across two large metropolitan Melbourne public and private hospitals, as well locally here at Barwon Health. She has gained significant experience working with the neurological population across the continuum.
Maddy is also competency-trained in vestibular physiotherapy and loves treating and improving the quality of life for people with dizziness and balance impairments.
Maddy exudes an incredible energy and enjoys working with her clients from all walks of life to maximise their independence and achieve their goals.
Pavla Vachova
(she/her)
Physiotherapist
Pav graduated from LaTrobe University in 2018 with a Bachelor and Health Sciences and Master of Physiotherapy Practice. Pav is no stranger to research but very much enjoys working in the clinical space.
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She has participated in an extensive amount of neurological professional development and has even earnt the title of a Bobath therapist. She currently holds a casual academic role at La Trobe University where she shares her knowledge with physiotherapy students.
Pav has experience working in acute as well as community settings. She has worked with stroke survivors, people with spinal cord injury, Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy and Polio. Pav is super passionate about working with people with neurological conditions and she believes that working together as a team with clients and their support system will help to improve their quality of life.
Pav brings her enthusiasm and fun nature into her therapy and enjoys supporting clients achieve their goals and watching their wins. Outside of work, Pav enjoys exercise, and being outdoors from mountains to the beach.
Katherine Atkins (she/her)
Physiotherapist
Kat graduated from Curtin University in Western Australia in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy). Having worked across various clinical areas at Royal Perth Hospital ….
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Kat has gained experience working with the neurological population across the patient continuum from intensive care all the way to outpatient rehabilitation and community physiotherapy. This includes public experience in senior neurological physiotherapy positions, working with a private community-based NDIS caseload and some excellent professional development courses to support her neurological skills and knowledge.
Kat has a passion for working with neurological clients with a range of presentations including but not limited to stroke, traumatic brain injury, multi-trauma and spinal cord injury. Having recently relocated from Perth back to sunny Victoria, Kat is excited to get to know the Geelong community and work with clients to achieve their goals.
Tash Bastone (they/them)
Physiotherapist
Tash graduated from Monash University in 2024 with a Doctor of Physiotherapy. They have had a range of experiences across the acute, rehabilitation, and community settings in both Melbourne and Geelong health services. Through this, Tash has developed a passion for the neurological field.
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They are excited to continue to build their clinical skills and work alongside clients, families and wider support networks to support clients in achieving meaningful goals in the community.
Tash also has a special interest in supporting the health needs of the LGBTQIA+ community and providing an environment for these clients to seek holistic and affirming care.
With a warm and playful personality, Tash is able to quickly build a connection with their clients and strives to empower them both within and beyond sessions.
Emma Hubbard (she/her)
Physiotherapist
Emma graduated from The University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Science (Anatomy and Physiology) and Masters of Physiotherapy (Doctorate) in 2020.
Emma has experience working in the public hospital system across Victoria, Northern Territory, Tasmania, and South Australia.
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She has a strong passion for neurological physiotherapy and loves working with clients to optimise their quality of life and achieve their goals.
Emma is an enthusiastic member of the team and is always up for a laugh and making therapy fun.
Outside of work, Emma loves to travel, get outdoors, hike, and play soccer. She is new to Geelong and always keen for tips on the best coffee places.
Brad Anderson (he/him)
Exercise Physiologist
Minelli Bernard (she/her)
Exercise Physiologist
Brad completed a Masters of Exercise Physiology in 2022 and also holds a Bachelor of Exercise Science. He has seven years’ experience in athlete development both in Australia and overseas and brings a unique skill set to the team at NPG.
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His passion for helping people has driven him to transition to neurological based therapy where he wants to positively impact people's lives. He has advanced knowledge and skills in monitoring and adjusting a wide range of exercises to help the client get the most out of their program. His warm and motivating nature allows him to build great rapport with clients, making sessions enjoyable, challenging and effective.
Carly Veldhuis (she/her)
Physiotherapy Assistant
Having completed an Advanced Diploma in Physiotherapy in Sri Lanka, Minelli arrived in Australia five years ago and furthered her studies in the Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology program at the University of Queensland.
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Minelli developed a passion for neurological rehab during her studies and post-grad employment as an Exercise Physiologist in Queensland, where she worked with a varied neurological caseload in both clinic and community-based settings.
Her vision is to gain more experience, learning and using new techniques and specialised equipment where relevant to make exercise prescription innovative and goal-oriented.
Carly has both a Bachelor of Applied Science and a Post Graduate Diploma in Exercise Rehabilitation. Carly developed an early passion for rehabilitating sports injuries and then spent time overseas working with clients in their home environment with a greater focus on support with daily activities.
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Since returning home from abroad, Carly has worked as an Allied Health Assistant at the Epworth and Barwon Health. She has gained extensive experience across a number of clinical areas, including orthopaedic, neurology and geriatric medicine.
Carly has also worked with the Stroke Association of Victoria in a post stroke liaison role to assist younger stroke survivors with their return to work. She really enjoys assisting neurological clients to achieve their rehabilitation goals within the home or gym setting.
Emily Balmer (she/her)
Physiotherapy Assistant
Emily has joined NPG in a combined role as a therapy assistant and admin assistant. She is currently completing a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at Deakin University.
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During her course, Emily has gained experience in applying her knowledge and skills in exercise and sport science to improve the health and performance of individuals. While studying, Emily developed a strong interest in the role of exercise and movement in treating different injuries, illnesses and disabilities. After graduating, Emily hopes to pursue a career in Physiotherapy. Emily is very passionate about the importance of exercise in health and wellbeing and is thrilled to use her skills and knowledge in her role at NPG.
Ella Firth (she/her)
Practice Manager/
Physiotherapy Assistant
Ella started as our Practice Manager in 2024 to support our growing team of therapists along with our increasing client base. In addition to managing the day-to-day operations and supporting the team, Ella continues to work directly with clients as a therapy assistant – a role she is passionate about.
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This dual position allows Ella to stay closely connected to client outcomes while ensuring the clinic runs smoothly behind the scenes.
Ella completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science with Deakin University in 2021. Her studies were combined with work as a group trainer, bringing an excellent exercise prescription knowledge to her Therapy Assistant role. Ella has a strong interest in neurological conditions and is passionate about the role of exercise therapy in improving health and functional wellbeing.
She is thrilled to be playing a role in supporting clients to reach their individual goals and strives to have a positive impact on everyone that comes through our doors.
Amanda Edwards (she/her)
Administration Assistant
Boy are we thrilled to have Amanda join our team, and streamline our administrative policies and procedures so that the rest of us can focus on what we do best - neurological physiotherapy!
After 21 years working at Melbourne University…
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Amanda gained valuable experience in Reception/Administration roles and enjoyed the different challenges they gave her. In 2017 Amanda relocated to Geelong and completed her Diploma of Business Administration.
Amanda is passionate about her role at NPG and enjoys being able to provide comprehensive administrative support to Neurological Physiotherapy Geelong.
Careers at NPG
Neurological Physiotherapy Geelong take pride in offering high quality physiotherapy services to neurological, vestibular and concussion clients in the Greater Geelong region.
We have an experienced and growing team of senior physiotherapists and therapy assistants. We are very supportive of and committed to ongoing education and provide a generous professional development allowance in addition to study leave. This is complemented by an in-house professional development program, supervision and mentoring. There are opportunities for physiotherapists at varying levels of experience to join our team (minimum requirement above), expand their clinical skills and/or contribute to our service development and leadership programs.
At NPG, our core values are excellence, collaboration, passion, knowledge and respect. Above all, we foster a fun, collaborative, knowledge-sharing, capacity-building workplace where staff engagement and satisfaction is a leading priority.
Our business is growing and exciting things are on the horizon. We are always interested in meeting (or, on the look-out for) new staff who are the right fit for our team. If you want to be part of Geelong's leading private neurological physiotherapy service, give us a call or send your CV to admin@neurophysiogeelong.com.au
Image Showing: Catherine, Rosie & Zoe attending a post-graduate Concussion course in Brisbane in 2021, with Presenter Katrina Williams (Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist).