About
Moving to you, to get you moving at your best.
Moving Healthcare was established in 2020 to cater for the ever-expanding need for home-based Allied Health Services and a genuine love for helping people achieve their goals.
We are a specialist provider of home-based Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy to Metropolitan Melbourne.
We cater to a wide range of patient needs at all stages of the lifespan, with a particular interest in the management of those living with a disability, neurological conditions, post-operative rehabilitation and aged care.
We adopt safe, effective, evidence-based interventions to maximise independence in individuals with compomised function that results from primary pathological processes and resultant impairments.
We help you overcome barriers that may be hindering your function as a result of musculoskeletal and neurological diseases or injuries, such as fractures or strokes.
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
Gabriella Schiftan
Managing Director | Principal Physiotherapist
Gabriella graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and a Master of Physiotherapy Practice in 2013.
With over a decade of clinical experience, she has worked across acute hospitals, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, private practice, clinical Pilates, and community-based settings. She has extensive experience supporting people with complex neurological, musculoskeletal, and cardiorespiratory conditions, and is confident managing multifaceted presentations that require both strong clinical reasoning and thoughtful coordination of care.
Although she values the depth of knowledge gained in hospital and rehabilitation environments, Gabriella has always felt most drawn to community-based physiotherapy. Supporting people in their own homes allows therapy to be practical, meaningful, and directly connected to everyday life. She believes the most powerful outcomes are not only physical improvements, but increased confidence, independence, and genuine forward momentum.
Gabriella is also the Founder and Managing Director of Moving Healthcare. She established the business with a clear vision to provide respectful, high-quality, home-based allied health services that prioritise movement, dignity, and human connection. Under her leadership, Moving Healthcare has grown into a trusted provider supporting NDIS participants, Support at Home clients, and privately paying individuals across Melbourne.
She has a strong understanding of the evolving NDIS landscape and is highly experienced in writing detailed clinical reports, collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, and advocating for appropriate funding so clients can access the supports they need.
As someone who personally loves to move and participates in a range of sports and physical activities, Gabriella understands both the physical and psychological barriers that can impact movement. Her approach is grounded in the values of Support, Gratitude, Joy, and Movement, empowering people to move better, build confidence, and live with greater freedom.
Maddy Parsons
Administration & Client Services
Maddy brings both clinical insight and healthcare operations experience to her role at Moving Healthcare. Her background spans medical administration across radiology and pathology services, as well as operational coordination within a high-demand IVF clinic where she managed complex scheduling systems and supported multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced clinical environments.
As an Enrolled Nurse with experience in high-complexity surgical wards and ongoing work in general practice, Maddy understands healthcare from both clinical and administrative perspectives. This allows her to anticipate needs, strengthen processes, and ensure care delivery runs smoothly behind the scenes.
At Moving Healthcare, Maddy oversees client intake, referral coordination, scheduling, service agreements, and NDIS-related administrative workflows. She supports funding processes, documentation management, and communication with clients and support coordinators to ensure a clear, structured, and professional onboarding experience.
Having also undergone lifesaving brain surgery herself, Maddy brings a grounded appreciation for the patient experience and the importance of timely, compassionate communication.
She is known for her calm, organised approach and her ability to create clarity within complexity, ensuring every client interaction reflects professionalism and care.
Maddy’s Key Strengths:
- Deep understanding of the client journey through both clinical practice and lived experience
- NDIS intake and funding workflow coordination
- Client onboarding and Service Agreement management
- Scheduling and workflow optimisation
- Multidisciplinary team support
- Clear, professional, compassionate communication
Meet our awesome team of
Physiotherapists
(alphabetical order)
Bronwyn Mayo
Physiotherapist
Bronwyn graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2011 and brings over a decade of physiotherapy experience across private practice and community health settings in both Australia and the UK. She has worked extensively with musculoskeletal conditions, post-operative rehabilitation, women’s health presentations, and older adults requiring strength, mobility, and falls prevention support.
Bronwyn has a strong focus on functional rehabilitation in the home environment, ensuring that therapy is practical and directly relevant to daily life. She is confident managing complex presentations and tailoring programs to suit each person’s goals, capacity, and stage of recovery.
She is experienced in working within the NDIS framework and regularly completes detailed assessments and reports to support funding reviews, plan reassessments, and multidisciplinary collaboration. She understands the importance of clearly linking functional impact to clinical reasoning and recommended supports.
As a mum of three young children, Bronwyn appreciates the importance of maintaining strength and mobility at every stage of life. She enjoys running, playing netball, and is a loyal supporter of the Hawthorn Football Club.
Bronwyn’s special interests
- Women’s health conditions
- Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
- Post-orthopaedic surgical recovery
- Aged care and falls prevention.
- NDIS Assessments and clinical reporting
Joel Ow
Physiotherapist
Joel completed his Doctor of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne in 2018 with distinction. He has experience across hospital, private practice, aged care, community, and sporting environments, supporting a broad range of neurological, musculoskeletal, and complex medical presentations.
He is particularly skilled in working with older adults, people living with disability, and individuals recovering from surgery or injury. Joel adapts confidently to diverse clinical scenarios and is known for his ability to manage multifaceted cases with calm, clear clinical reasoning.
Joel has extensive experience working within the NDIS and is highly competent in conducting assessments, functional evaluations, and writing comprehensive reports to support plan reviews and funding justifications. He works closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure therapy recommendations are well supported and outcome focused.
Fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese, Joel is committed to making physiotherapy accessible and culturally responsive for the communities he serves.
Outside of work, Joel enjoys golf, basketball, badminton, tennis, bouldering, and exploring Melbourne’s food scene.
Joel’s Special Interests
- Complex disability presentations
- Musculoskeletal injuries and pain management
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Aged care, dementia, and falls prevention
- NDIS assessments and clinical reporting
Mandarin and Cantonese speaking
Shachi Desai
Physiotherapist
Shachi holds a Master of Applied Science in Clinical Exercise Practice (Rehabilitation) and has over seven years of clinical physiotherapy experience, supported by nearly a decade in occupational rehabilitation and injury management roles. Her background provides a strong foundation in both hands-on physiotherapy and functional recovery within real-world environments.
She has worked across private practice, aged care, and community settings, supporting clients following surgery, managing chronic pain, and navigating long-term conditions. Shachi has particular strength in developing structured rehabilitation programs that focus on restoring independence, improving strength, and preventing re-injury.
Shachi is highly experienced in the NDIS space and regularly completes functional capacity assessments, progress reports, and funding justifications. Her vocational rehabilitation background strengthens her ability to clearly articulate risk, functional limitation, and the need for ongoing therapeutic input.
She values clear communication and practical strategies that empower clients to maintain progress between sessions.
Outside of work, Shachi enjoys Pilates, yoga, travelling, and volunteers with FareShare Australia.
Shachi’s Special Interests
- Aged care & Falls prevention
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Musculoskeletal and chronic pain management
- Injury management and early intervention
- NDIS assessments and clinical reporting
Meet our awesome team of
Occupational Therapists
(alphabetical order)
Emma O'Brien
Occupational Therapist
Emma completed her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy in 2018 and works exclusively with adults living with physical disabilities in community-based settings. She has strong expertise in complex mobility needs, high-level assistive technology, pressure management, and both minor and complex home modifications.
Emma regularly supports clients with spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, acquired brain injury, and other complex physical conditions. She is highly skilled in assistive technology prescription, complex seating and posture management, manual handling risk assessment, and environmental modification to maximise independence and safety within the home.
She is experienced in completing detailed Functional Capacity Assessments and comprehensive NDIS reports, clearly linking functional limitations, risk, and recommended supports to funding requirements. Her reports are structured, evidence-based, and outcome-focused.
Emma works collaboratively with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure practical, sustainable solutions that enhance long-term independence.
Emma’s Special Interests
- Complex physical disability
- Assistive technology and complex seating
- Functional Capacity Assessments
- Minor and complex home modifications
- Pressure care and manual handling
Bridget Vincent
Occupational Therapist
Bridget graduated in New Zealand in 2002 and brings over 20 years of clinical experience across New Zealand, the UK, and Australia. She has extensive community-based experience supporting adults with neurological conditions, stroke, dementia, and complex physical disabilities.
Her work spans stroke rehabilitation, upper limb rehabilitation, cognitive assessment, equipment prescription, home safety evaluation, and minor environmental modifications. Bridget also holds a Graduate Certificate in Dementia from the University of Tasmania, strengthening her expertise in aged care and cognitive decline management.
Bridget is confident conducting comprehensive assessments and writing detailed NDIS and aged care reports, clearly articulating functional impact, cognitive change, safety risk, and recommended supports.
She is passionate about enabling meaningful engagement in daily life through practical, evidence-informed intervention.
Outside of work Bridget enjoys spending time with family, being taxi driver for her 3 growing children and walking her dog in nature.
Bridget’s Special Interests
- Stroke and neurological rehabilitation
- Dementia and aged care management
- Functional and cognitive assessments
- Equipment prescription
- NDIS reporting
- Minor home modifications
Kim Trusler
Occupational Therapist
Kimberly brings nearly a decade of experience supporting adults with complex neurological and physical disabilities across community and aged care settings. She has worked extensively with clients living with spinal cord injury, acquired brain injury, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, stroke, and amputation.
She is particularly skilled in comprehensive functional assessment, assistive technology prescription, complex seating and MAT evaluations, pressure care, and both minor and complex home modifications. Kimberly has managed complex caseloads and led OT teams, demonstrating strong clinical reasoning and multidisciplinary coordination.
Kimberly regularly completes detailed Functional Capacity Assessments and NDIS reports, providing clear justification for assistive technology, environmental adaptations, and ongoing therapy supports.
Her approach combines strong clinical structure with practical, independence-focused outcomes.
When she’s not working with clients, Kimberly enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring Melbourne’s best coffee spots, and soaking up the outdoors.
Kim’s Special Interests
- Neurological rehabilitation (Stroke, ABI, SCI, MS)
- Functional Capacity Assessments
- Assistive technology and seating/MAT evaluations
- Minor and complex home modifications
- Pressure care, skin integrity, and falls prevention
Micole Goh
Occupational Therapist
Micole graduated from Trinity College Dublin in 2015 and works with adults across physical and psychosocial disability presentations in community settings. She has experience across acute and subacute hospitals, outpatient services, and in-home care environments.
She supports clients requiring assistive technology, minor home modifications, and structured Functional Capacity Assessments. Micole focuses on improving functional capacity through clear goal setting, practical intervention planning, and detailed reporting aligned with NDIS requirements.
As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Mandarin, she provides accessible and culturally responsive care to diverse communities.
Micole values structured, goal-driven therapy that translates directly into greater independence at home.
During her free time, Micole enjoys cooking and baking, and being a participant of spin/cycle classes at the gym.
Micole’s Special Interests
- Assistive Technology
- Functional Capacity Assessments
- Minor Home Modifications
- NDIS reporting and Functional Capacity and Housing Assessments
- Physical and Psychosocial disability
Nimaya Wasala
Occupational Therapist
Nimaya is an Occupational Therapist specialising in psychosocial disability and complex mental health. Trained in New Zealand, she has worked across acute and long-term community mental health services supporting adolescents and adults.
She works confidently with presentations including borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, complex trauma, addiction, and neurodivergence including autism and ADHD.
Nimaya conducts Functional Capacity Assessments and prepares detailed NDIS reports that clearly outline psychosocial impact, functional limitations, support needs, and risk considerations. Her therapeutic approach integrates DBT, CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing within structured, practical frameworks.
She focuses on building sustainable routines, meaningful engagement, and functional capacity within everyday environments.
Outside of work, you’ll often find Nimaya in the air practising aerial arts, or at home curled up with a book and her wise cat by her side.
Nimaya’s Special Interests
- Psychosocial disability
- Complex mental health, Mood and Personality disorders
- Intellectual Disability
- Addiction (eg. Alcohol and drugs)
- Neurodivergence (Autism and ADHD)
- NDIS Reporting and Functional Capacity Assessments
Zoe Lucas
Occupational Therapist
TELEHEALTH ONLY
Zoe holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) and a Master of Public Health. She supports adults and older adults with neurological, progressive, and age-related conditions through structured telehealth-based assessment and intervention.
She has experience working with stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Functional Neurological Disorder, brain injury, and chronic disease presentations. Zoe is particularly passionate about supporting ageing in place through practical environmental and functional strategies.
Zoe completes NDIS assessments and detailed reports, clearly articulating functional limitations and support needs in alignment with funding criteria.
She combines strong clinical reasoning with a personable and engaging communication style that translates well to telehealth delivery.
Outside of work, Zoe enjoys travelling around Australia with her family, cooking new recipes, and staying active at the gym.
Zoe’s Special Interests
- Functional Neurological Disease
- Parkinson’s Disease and other progressive neurological illness
- Brain injury and stroke
- Aged care and chronic disease management
- NDIS assessments and reporting
Our name encapsulates our core vision, mission, and values.
Vision
Empowering all individuals to move better, fostering greater confidence and an enhanced quality of life.
Mission
Our mission is to provide quality Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy that inspires and supports individuals in our community to navigate life’s obstacles with resilience and strength. By harnessing the transformative power of movement, we improve physical mobility and help clients achieve their personal goals. Our mobile service delivers tailored therapy directly to clients' homes, removing barriers and building momentum for greater independence and well-being.
Values
Support
We provide practical, empathetic support tailored to each client's needs and motivations, ensuring they receive the guidance and encouragement required to make meaningul progress.
Gratitude
We value the trust our clients place in us and approach our work with a sense of appreciation. We are also grateful for their stories, courage, determination, and resilience.
Joy
We foster positive interactions and celebrate progress, helping clients experience real satisfaction in their achievements for a more rewarding and happy experience.
Movement
We enhance physical movement and adapt to our client's evolving needs, with care that moves to them, and with them.
Areas of expertise
- Neurological conditions such as
- Parkinson's Disease
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Stroke
- Acquired Brain Injury
- Hereditary conditions
- Cerebral palsy
- Peripheral neuropathies
- Muscular dystrophy
- Spasticity
- Hypoxic brain injury
- Guillain-Barre Syndrome
- Developmental Delay
- Intellectual disability
- Musculoskeletal conditions (eg. Low back pain, sporting injuries etc)
- Age-related functional decline
- Paediatrics (above the age of 7 years)
- Post-surgical rehabilitation (eg. Joint replacements, spinal surgery etc)
- Balance and mobility deficits
- Falls risk
- Pain – acute and/or chronic
Why choose us?
We understand that there are numerous providers of home-based Physiotherapy and OT out there to choose from and appreciate that it is a privilege to be trusted with your care.
You can rest assured that we do not take on this responsibility lightly.
Moving Healthcare Promise
- Move peoples’ lives in the direction they want to go in order to maximise their quality of life.
- Provide outstanding, holistic, latest evidence-based, patient-centred care to everyone, regardless of their clinical presentation or stage of life.
- Recognise limitations and connect with referrers, doctors and other healthcare services to ensure all healthcare needs are met.
- Treat everyone with respect, dignity, kindness and compassion.
- Constantly strive to improve in all aspects of service provision and remain informed about the ever-evolving healthcare landscape and funding models.
- Act with integrity, responsiveness and reliability.
- Empower individuals to lead their best life possible.
- Make Physiotherapy Services readily available and accessible for all. We move to you and offer flexible appointment times outside of ordinary business hours at no extra cost. Our wait-times are second to none and guarantee a response to your enquiry within one business day.
- Provide high-quality, detailed Care Plan and other reports.
- Communicate in a regular and timely manner to all those involved in providing care (eg. Carers/next of kins, Support and Care Coordinators, Medical professionals and funding bodies)
- Go above and beyond and ensure you are informed about and happy with your management at all times.
Why move with us?
We get you moving at your best
All our expert clinicians are fully qualified, registered and have extensive experience working in the community with the elderly, those living with disabilities, neurological conditions and other musculoskeletal concerns. We understand the barriers that can hinder function and movement and are well-equipped with the latest evidence-based management strategies to overcome them.
We move to you
Our clinicians attend to your needs in the comfort of your own home. We are also able to assist you at the workplace, school, gym, park or wherever else is most indicated for your specific needs and goals. Say goodbye to waiting in traffic, arranging transport and parking hassles and say hello to convenience, comfort and tailored management to your environment!
We move with your evolving needs
We recognise that your goals, needs and functional capacity are ever-changing. Our management strategies are sensitive and responsive to the changes that inevitably happen in life.
We are moved by you
All of our clinicians are genuinely passionate about what they do. We love working with people from all walks of life to help them achieve their goals. We are moved and driven by your hard work and aspirations.
Moving Healthcare - Moving to you, to get you moving at your best
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