Passionate – Dedicated – Professional
Passionate – Dedicated – Professional
empowering youth in physical activity and sports
We aim to support young people achieve their goals for physical activity and sports participation through individualised, goal directed management. Orthopaedics involves returning kids to the activities they love to do after injury or surgery. Our Sports services help young people achieve their goals for physical activity and sports participation, both in the community and at the highest level.
Conditions or concerns we can help with
Running technique
Flat feet and assessment for orthotics
Joint pain during activities and sport
Severs (heel) Osgood Schlatters (Knee) / Growing pains
- Idiopathic toe walking
Concussion assessment and management
- Sports injuries
- Stress fractures
Instability or dislocations
- Perthes
Before and after surgery rehab
- Sport & Parasport performance – this can be with one or more of our team; dietetics, psychology and physiotherapy, to optimise your performance
Learning to run as a teenager
Corbyn’s journey to State para-football
A weekly group led by our physiotherapists designed to optimise your sports performance and prevent injury through a combination of strength, endurance, flexibility, balance and functional training.
We are now able to provide serial casting for children who:
- have less then 10′ ankle dorsiflexion
- Idiopathic toe walking
- Cerebral palsy
- or if your child has a condition prescribed casting by an orthopaedic surgeon.
We typically complete 2 casts a week for up to 3 weeks. this is followed by an intensive rehabilitation block.
Please enquire here if this is something you would like to see if your child is appropriate for and get more information.
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Orthopaedic & Sports Team
Alyse has extensive experience across the age ranges in paediatrics. Alyse is passionate about working with children, youth and their families to provide early positive experiences in health and movement, facilitating lifelong positive behaviours and outcomes. Alyse believes working at Western Kids, being a part of an integrated team that works collaboratively with families, creates such a positive work environment whilst optimising outcomes. Outside of work Alyse loves sourcing the best new eateries in Perth! She also enjoys getting outside for a run, hike and camp in nature.
BSc Physiotherapy – Graduate Notre Dame 2014
- APA Paediatric Physiotherapy Level 1 & 2
- APA Paediatric Gait & Running
- APA Respiratory Level 1
- 2019 World Physiotherapy conference in Geneva
- Paediatric Dyskinesia, Great Ormond St Hospital
- Exercise for children with a disability, Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapy
Alyse has been involved in competitive gymnastics since she was young, including as a national levels gymnast. She has also been a coach for over 10 years which has allowed her to develop an excellent eye for movement analysis, and being able to translate observations into areas for improvement in strength and conditioning.
Alyse has worked across many sectors of our health system including community and tertiary care, in a variety of rotational areas including spinal rehab, orthopaedics, neurology and intensive care. Alyse worked in tertiary and community settings and abroad in the UK for two years, working community paediatrics, with children at a special needs school and in various roles across the NHS as a Senior Physiotherapist.
Upon moving back to Australia, Alyse prioritised working in a paediatric setting and had the opportunity to utilise my breadth of experience to help babies and children in early intervention. Now as the Physiotherapy lead at Western Kids, Alyse supports the training of all our new graduate physiotherapists and students.
Alyse loves having variety in her day, between clients, teaching opportunities and working as a team.
Alyse has a special interest in:
- supporting babies and families from the early weeks
- working with kids having difficulty being able to engage in the school/community setting due to playground confidence
- toe walkers a
- rehab after orthopaedic surgery
Nicole founded Western Kids Health in 2018 with the aim of bringing expert paediatric professionals together, to help families and children thrive.
Nicole is a Titled APA Paediatric Physiotherapist and Chair of APA National Paediatric Committee. Nicole also holds positions on the Healthy Digital Child Expert Advisory Panel, The Autism Health Road Map and the Ehlers Danlos Society International Consortium – Allied Health Working Group. She works across multiple areas to improve the future of our children. Nicole often provides professional development to other physiotherapists and allied health professionals, child health nurses and doctors, speaking at conferences and events.
Nicole is passionate about helping parents give their little ones the best start to life, leading the development of the online programs The Baby Play Academy and the Toddler Play Academy, providing accessible, affordable and high quality early intervention support through play and connection.
In her spare time, Nicole enjoys everything outdoors including adventuring and fishing. However, most of her time is taken up by her son William, daughter Claire and Roger, her mischievous golden retriever.
Masters in Paediatric Physiotherapy (2017)
Post Graduate Certificate in Paediatric Physiotherapy (2013)
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (2010)
Nicole works with babies from birth right through to youth in their late teens.
Whether you are concerned about your babies movement or head shape, your child’s walking or running, or if your child or teen has an injury, pain or fatigue, she can help.
If you have a baby or toddler, check out Nicole’s Instagram @nicole_kidsphysio, it is an amazing resource.
Nicole has previously worked at Perth Children’s Hospital developing the Osteogenic Imperfecta service. In the past, she has worked in the community setting, in elite sports as a physiotherapist for the West Coast Eagles and in the Complex Pain Service at Princess Margaret Hospital.
Nicole’s expertise in assessing and rehabilitating sports and childhood musculoskeletal injuries has come from working across 14 years in a variety of junior state level sports including netball, Australian Rules Football, rugby, running, soccer, hockey, swimming and touch rugby.
Nicole has a special interest in:
- helping families of babies and toddlers with movement, head shape, hip dysplasia or foot shape concerns
- helping children with walking, running, jumping, riding and playground confidence
- all children and youth with concerns related to hypermobility / hypermobility spectrum disorders
- children with complex conditions such as skeletal dysplasia (achondroplasia, osteogenesis imperfecta), Ehlers Danlos syndrome, persistent pain or fatigue, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Rowan is a dedicated clinician whose approach is characterised by collaboration and empathy. Rowan excels in navigating the delicate balance of providing a space to hear an individual’s journey while also being proactive in creating a plan for moving forward.
Some of Rowan‘s exceptional qualities is his profound listening skills and collaborative approach. He goes beyond surface-level interactions, diving deeply and comprehensively to truly understand the nuances of what each individual is experiencing. This commitment to understanding enables Rowan to connect with young people then tailor a personalised approach to support the unique needs of each person in his care.
In his spare time, Rowan loves to spend time with his border collie Blu, keeping active with surfing, trail running and getting crafty with DIY home renovations.
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Project ECHO International- Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Society
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Current – ECHO QHC Functional Somatic Disorders
- Paediatric Level 1 – Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA)
- Paediatric Foot & Ankle Conditions- Presented by orthopaedic surgeon Mr Dror Moar
- Running Across the Lifespan – Annie Chappell (PhD)
- The Hip Across the Lifespan – APA
- Complex pain and scoliosis in the adolescent – APA
- Dysautonomia in Paediatrics – Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Society ECHO
- Presented online webinar for fellow physiotherapists – Telehealth in Paediatrics (APA)
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Eating Disorders – Physiotherapy Management, Perth Children’s Hospital
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Pain Unstuck – Optimise Rehab
- Explain Pain – NOI
- Making Sense of Pain – AOWA
- Accredited KNEE Netball Australia Provider
- APA Lift It Two-Part Series – Resistance Training
- Sports Medicine Australia – Symposium for High Performance Sports 2018
Rowan is a senior physiotherapist and Head of our Complex Care Clinic. He is well-known for his work with hundreds of children and teenagers with diagnoses of JIA, Ehlers Danlos syndrome, hypermobility spectrum disorder, persistent pain or chronic fatigue and functional neurological disorders (FND). As part of his role as Head of the Complex Care Clinic, Rowan leads the multidisciplinary team which includes the POP Program, supporting individuals and families with complex conditions. Rowan places importance on committing his time in the community with his involvement in education and exercise sessions for the Arthritis Foundation WA’s Camp Freedom, hydrotherapy programs and strength & conditioning programs led for children and teens with chronic conditions (hypermobile spectrum disorder/EDS; JIA and persistent pain). He also has run several educational workshops with students and teachers in primary and high schools on hypermobility/EDS and JIA. Rowan‘s role extends into mentoring and teaching other health professionals including physiotherapists, psychologists and occupational therapists within and outside of Western Kids Health. Rowan has recently presented Western Kids Health’s programs and approach at the Ehlers Danlos Society’s Centre of Excellence launch in Baltimore, USA.
Georgia graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and is currently completing her Master of Advanced Paediatric Physiotherapy Practice through Monash University
Georgia is passionate about empowering children of all ages and optimising their quality of life. Georgia strives to make therapy engaging, fun and something the children look forward too. Georgia has a special interest in children with coordination difficulties, newborns, and infants.
Georgia leads our Learn to Ride individual and group programs.
Georgia, an avid sportswoman has been involved in competitive water-based sports since she was young, including national league waterpolo and international open water swimming.
When Georgia is not working, she loves to swim, play waterpolo, go to the gym, bake, and spend time at the beach with her two labradoodles, Coco, and Milo.
BSc (Physiotherapy)
Currently completing her Masters in Paediatric Physiotherapy
- Juvenile ACL Injuries – Australian Physiotherapy Association
- Starting Blocks: Paediatric Physiotherapy – Royal Children’s Hospital
- Targeting Pain Science for Children Challenged by Pain
- Talking to Children about Weight and Health
- Youth Strength Training
- Enhancing Skills in Paediatric Physiotherapy Short Crouse – Monash University
- An Introduction to Musculoskeletal Paediatrics and Growing Pain
- Paediatric Foot & Ankle Conditions
- Ehlers Danlos Syndrome & Joint Hypermobility
- Paediatric Developmental Hip Dysplasia Behaviour
- Support for Children with Disability: Working Alongside Parents
Georgia is experienced in working with babies, children and adolescents. Georgia has developed a bike riding intensive program in conjunction with an occupational therapist to facilitate the transition off training wheels.
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Head and foot shape changes
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Gross motor development
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Coordination difficulties
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Toe walking
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Sport injuries and return to sport rehabilitation
Victoria graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2020 and worked at a community disability provider in the Lower South West before moving back to Perth and joining Western Kids Health in early 2022. It was in her first job that Victoria realised her passion lay within paediatrics and she has pursued a path in this area since then.
Growing up Victoria lived overseas with her family until she returned to Perth to finish off her senior schooling. During this time Victoria participated in several competitive sports but her favourite was artistic gymnastics. Victoria grew up attending Physio’s to help manage injuries and ensure she remained strong and healthy while competing. This has provided her with invaluable first-hand experience on what it is like to have to balance school, rehabilitation, social life, and sporting endeavours.
Victoria enjoys working with children of all ages from infants to teenagers ensuring therapy is goal directed, meaningful, and fun.
During her free time Victoria is currently enjoying running with her friends all around Perth. She has jumped on the running trend that is taking over the world.
Bachelors of Physiotherapy, Graduated 2020.
- Paediatric gait and running analysis and retraining.
- Australian Bobath Neuro Developmental Therapy: Typical Child Development Course
- LGBTQIA + Affirming Physiotherapy
- Paediatric Developmental Hip Dysplasia
- AusCPDM 2 day online symposium
- Monash University Short Course: Introduction to Paediatric Physiotherapy
- Tips and tricks of Evidence Based Practice
- Key Word Sign training
- Postural Care Course with Department of Communities
- Wheelchair scripting and measurement with Department of Communities
- Early Childhood Intervention Self-Directed Learning Package 2-day training
- Early Intervention in Cerebral Visual Impairment
- APA Developmental Coordination Disorder Lecture
Victoria has experience across all ages from early childhood through to the teenage years.
Victoria is currently developing a group for children with different skeletal dysplasia diagnosis, with the hope to have it up and running mid 2024.
Victoria currently runs both primary school and kindergarten gross motor skill groups in Hillary’s and Victoria House.
Victoria has a strong passion for working with children with skeletal dysplasia’s including but not limited to achondroplasia and osteogenesis imperfecta.
Victoria enjoys working across the ages from early intervention through to high school.
Tim graduated from Curtin University in 2022 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Distinction and member of the Vice Chancellors List. Tim is heavily involved in a number of different sports including Field Hockey and Surf Life Saving, where he stills competes in the open divisions and volunteers as part of life saving operations. Tim has had longstanding passion for working in paediatrics, Tim strives to make therapy fun and enjoyable for children of all ages, but most importantly making it meaningful to children and their families to best achieve their goals. When he is not working you will probably find Tim swimming at the beach or spending time with friends and family.
Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Distinction, Member of the Vice Chancellors List.
- Running through out the Lifespan – Annie Chappel PhD,
- Introduction to Paediatric Musculoskeletal Assessment and Intervention – Western Kids Health,
- Paediatric Infant Physiotherapy Workshop – Western Kids Health.
Tim has had a wide range of exposure to different paediatric conditions as part of working at Western Kids Health. This includes helping infants with developing milestones all the way up to older teens. As a student physiotherapist Tim worked at Perth Children’s Hospital working in rehabilitation for children with neurological disorders. Before work as a physiotherapist Tim worked in a number of different roles including Swimming Teacher, Surf Life Saving Community Instructor and Sports Trainer for various sporting clubs. Tim strives to use this range of experience to complement his physiotherapy education.
Tim enjoys working with children of all ages. He has a particular interest in Hydrotherapy, working with infants and children in an aquatic setting to achieve their goals in a fun and different environment. Tim also has an area of interest in working with primary school aged children and helping them with skill development of key gross motor skills such as running, jumping and skipping.
Felicity graduated from The University of Notre Dame in 2023 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. During her degree she developed a passion for working with children of all ages to achieve their goals. Felicity has witnessed the power of play through her three years of volunteering at Perth Children’s Hospital and strives to make her therapies engaging and meaningful.
When not at work you’ll find Felicity at the beach or hanging out with her dog Winnie. She enjoys Pilates, iced lattes and spending time with loved ones.
Notre Dame Bachelor of Physiotherapy 2023
At Western Kids Health Felicity has assisted the facilitation of our holiday bike riding program as well as group classes for upper and lower primary school children. As a student Felicity worked in a tertiary hospital as a Physiotherapy Assistant and this complimented her studies across the lifespan. Following a placement at Perth Children’s Hospital, she solidified her passion for paediatrics and enjoys working with children of all ages to achieve their goals.
Growing up as a dancer, Felicity was a part of a preprofessional ballet program followed by a competitive dance team and is dedicated to the prevention, management and rehabilitation of injuries in all children and youth.
Flic has a special interest in working with;
- babies needing help with head flattening, tummy time and motor development
- toddlers and children with concerns around walking and movement
- children with gross motor concerns or delays
- building playground confidence in children
- children and youth with injuries or after orthopaedic surgery
Brooke is a caring and compassionate dietitian, working collaboratively with children and parents to develop practical and achievable solutions to their food and diet concerns. Brooke also works as part of the multidisplinary feeding team, helping toddlers through to teens to expand their diet and feel confident at mealtimes. Brooke’s ultimate aim is to alleviate the stress around food and make mealtimes an enjoyable experience.
BSC Nutrition, Masters of Dietetics,
- Certificate in Paediatric Nutrition and Dietetics Unit 1 – Royal Children’s Hospital
- Monash University Training – The Low FODMAP diet for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- ARFID Masterclass – Melanie Potock
Brooke graduated Curtain University in 2018, she worked with adults in the hospital and community settings before finding an interest in paediatrics. She has been part of the Western Kids Health team for 4 years.
Brooke also volunteers with the OnTrack program run by ADHD WA
Brooke’s area of special interests include:
- Fussy eating / food aversions
- Growth faltering / weight management
- Gastrointestinal issues (IBS, constipation)
Passionate – Dedicated – Professional
Passionate – Dedicated – Professional
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Absolutely the best place I have ever taken my daughter who has a chronic condition. She felt listened to and the care matched her needs.
Cheryl Kershaw
After our child was diagnosed with a complex pain condition he was unable to walk and was crying in agony 24 hrs a day. We learned more from the first meeting with the Physio and OT than from any other specialist. We are eternally grateful for the help from Nicole and Emily.
Jenny Wright
