OUR TEAM

Paula Beall

Director – Senior Physiotherapist

Paula, our Principal Physiotherapist established SCDPhysio in 2010, to allow specialist neurological and disability services for children on the Sunshine Coast. Paula has worked across remote QLD, Tertiary paediatric hospital, research settings , community disability services and private practice within a variety of paediatric services with 17 years experience.

Paula has a strong background in management of children with neurological disability, from infant early intervention/diagnosis to adolescent orthopaedic management and transition to adulthood.
Paula can be found in the clinic 3 days a week, 2 days Management as she also participates in research activities through the CP Alliance GAME study to support evidence based data collection regarding goal directed early intervention therapy.

Paula enjoys working within a specialist , multi-disciplinary team which we have established links to create a highly skilled team within, which transdisciplinary skills are provided to our clients.

In Paula’s spare time, she loves to spend time with her husband and 2 children sewing, playing piano, baking and especially family trips camping.

Amanda Barnier

Senior Physiotherapist

Mandy started with our Company in 2013, after also developing specialist skills in Paediatrics, as she has been in the field for over 13 years.

Mandy’s experience has been influenced by the children, families and professionals she has met, and she has worked with in a multiple of settings including tertiary children’s services, community based services and rural settings in both Australia and abroad.
From this diverse range of work experience Mandy has acquired a range of specialist skills in the areas of general childhood development, paediatric rehabilitation, neurological and orthopaedic conditions and specialist training relating to gait analysis.
Mandy is a keen sportsperson and enjoys a variety of outdoor sport and recreation activities. She is also fond of travelling and photography, whilst keeping busy with her lovely family.

Kandice Bengtsson

Senior Physiotherapist

Kandice has worked in the area of paediatric physiotherapy for more than 10 years, in a diverse range of roles, including public and private hospitals, community organisations and private practice.

Kandice is passionate about supporting and empowering families to help their children reach their goals. With extensive experience in assessment and management of infants and children, Kandice specialises in neurodevelopmental and orthopaedic concerns and enjoys hydrotherapy sessions with her clients.

During Kandice’s spare time, Kandice explores the Sunshine Coast hiking, swimming with her husband, 3 children and 2 cheeky border collies.

Zenna Leung

Physiotherapist

Zenna is a qualified physiotherapist and loves her role of working with children and their families. With a background in musculoskeletal injuries, adolescent sports injuries and a qualified Pilates Instructor. You can find Zenna in the clinic Monday to Friday, as well as in the pool teaching Hydrotherapy twice a week.

When Zenna is not working, you can find her in a pottery studio with amazing creations, or catching some waves and enjoying the sun at the beach with her loved ones and friends.

Pip Sparrow

Physiotherapist

Pip is a qualified physiotherapist who enjoys supporting children and families to reach their goals. Pip has experience within the Department of Education and private sector. Pip loves working within a multidisciplinary team to ensure inclusion and success for children and families across all settings.  

Outside of work Pip spends most of her time in the great outdoors. On the weekends you will find Pip surfing, riding, or exploring our beautiful beaches with her Golden Retriever, Frank.

Lachlan Corino

Physiotherapist

Lachlan is a qualified physiotherapist and loves the positive impact the profession provides children and their family. With a love of sport and background in musculoskeletal settings he takes interest in assessing how best to aid children to meet their functional goals and improve community participation.  Outside of work, Lachlan is a passionate Rugby League fan and can be found keeping fit and active in the gym.

Jen Norton

Physiotherapist

Jen has been a paediatric physiotherapist for the past 4 years and has vast experience working in specialist areas of hydrotherapy, Department of Education State Schools and paediatric private practice, as well as being involved in research studies. Jen specialises in paediatric persistent/chronic pain, neurological conditions (acquired and traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy) rehabilitation, orthopaedic conditions and high level complex sports and community participation.
Jen’s experience is working with toddlers, school aged children and young adults, as she is passionate about school-based access and inclusion for all children.
When not at work, Jen is a crafty lady with sewing and embroidery. With her energetic Jack Russel and 3 nephews, they certainly keep the whole family hopping!

Michael Young

Admin

Michael works part-time for the practice keeping the back office running smoothly.  He keeps the book keeping, website, NDIS audit paperwork up to date and making sure the IT systems run smoothly.

Michael likes helping clients with their NDIS plans and using his knowledge that he’s gained from managing his own children’s plans.  Hobbies include gaming, technology, DIY, and crazy Christmas light displays!

Anneliese Fitzgerald

Admin

Anneliese has a varied background which spans working at a Scottish boarding school, an American ski resort and driving celebrity tennis players around during the Australia Open. She has worked in administration and customer service for many years and over the last six years she has worked in various allied health clinics. She is passionate about assisting families on their therapy journey having experienced this support firsthand as a parent.

When she’s not at the clinic she can be found running her three kids around and on weekends she enjoys camping trips, going to the beach, spending time in nature and studying various long and short courses.