Our Team
Phoebe Steinfort
Paediatric Physiotherapist
Additional training:
Bayley scales of infant and toddler development IV
Alberta Infant Motor Scale (AIMS)
Hammersmith Infant neurological examination (HINE)
Prechtl’s General Movement Assessment (GMs)
STEP-IN SMA
Movement ABC III
Bi-manual hand function for children with Unilateral Cerebral Palsy
Hand-assessment for Infants
Phoebe is an experienced paediatric physiotherapist who is committed to supporting the wellbeing and development of children. Phoebe is a trusted and established practitioner in Geelong known for her caring and holistic approach to therapy. Her collaborative approach ensures you feel completely supported from the beginning. She understands that each child and family unit is unique and so too are their goals and priorities. Phoebe’s skills and expertise spans a wide range of developmental paediatric physiotherapy including;
Infant development: Phoebe is highly skilled in supporting early gross motor development such as rolling, sitting, crawling, cruising and walking. Phoebe has a hands on approach and works with you to understand your baby’s movement.
Neurodevelopmental therapy: Phoebe is focused on improving movement and functional abilities in children with neurological, genetic, and neuromuscular conditions. Phoebe uses specialised techniques to promote optimal motor development, enhance coordination, and improve overall physical function.
Equipment prescription: a vital aspect of supporting children with physical disabilities, aims to enhance mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. Phoebe’s process involves the assessment of a child’s specific needs, abilities, and environment to identify the most appropriate assistive devices and subsequently to liaise with equipment suppliers to trial, apply, and deliver the equipment in a timely manner. Commonly prescribed equipment includes wheelchairs, mobility aids, orthotics, and adaptive seating solutions, all designed to facilitate movement and participation in daily activities.
Sarah is a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist with specific interest and expertise in paediatric continence. Having previously worked with adults on their pelvic health, Sarah now works exclusively with children to assist them and their families achieve their continence goals and overcome toileting challenges. She is passionate about providing collaborative care and creating a safe and inclusive space to support recovery and development.
Sarah Henderson
Paediatric Pelvic Health (Continence) Physiotherapist
Education:
Master of Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Exercise Science
Graduate Certificate Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Master of Physiotherapy (Pelvic Health) - (under completion)
Sarah is highly skilled in the assessment and management of pelvic health conditions in children including bladder dysfunction, bowel dysfunction, toileting challenges, pelvic floor dysfunction and pelvic pain conditions.
She believes that each child should be afforded the opportunity to engage with a skilled continence specialist to thoroughly assess their pelvic health and determine the contributing factors to their condition.
Sarah also teaches at Deakin University and the University of Melbourne where she shares her passion for peadiatric continence and is currently completing a Masters degree in Physiotherapy (Pelvic Health).
Sarah also works at Paediatric Gastroenterology and Urology Victoria (PGUV) at the Royal Children’s Hospital where she provides care for children and their families with a team of Paediatric Gastroenterologists, Urologists and Dietitians.
https://www.paediatricgastro.com.au/
“My favourite part of my job is teaching! Helping to educate children and families on their bodies, their condition, their challenges and how we might overcome these and improve their quality of life.”
Nicole McGrath
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Additional training:
Bayley scales of infant and toddler development IV
Neuro-Developmental Therapy (NDT) on the treatment of the child with cerebral palsy
Functional hand use in children with unilateral cerebral palsy
Early assessment for babies and young children (at risk of Cerebral Palsy)
Movement ABC-3
BOT-3
Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)
Video Self modelling
Nicole is a passionate and playful paediatric Occupational Therapist, with over 10 years experience in the paediatric field.
Through this experience, Nicole has had roles in a variety of settings, including special education, private practices, hydrotherapy and involvement in clinical research.
Nicole has worked with children with varying presentations and conditions, however began furthering her knowledge in cerebral palsy in 2016 and spent 2 years working in the UK to further her specialty and passion in running intensive, goal-directed therapy blocks.
Nicole believes in the power of self-efficacy, hope and agency to help children achieve the skills and goals important to them, starting from a young age. She values it so much that she wrote an inclusive children’s book about it called ‘The Magical Sunglasses’. She is also skilled in the use of video self modelling intervention to enhance self efficacy and has presented on this topic overseas.
Nicole is dedicated to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to uncover their unique self and to feel a sense of belonging, with inclusion being a core value in her work with children and families.
Nicole offers the following services;
Intensive therapy blocks (goal based therapy) including constraint induced movement therapy (CIMT), Bimanual therapy (BIT), Goal directed therapy and Bobath/neurodevelopmental treatment
Inclusion services including support in the home and community to assist with the daily functioning and inclusion
Equipment prescription