Early Intervention Support Services
Early Childhood Intervention Services to Help Your Child Thrive
Children’s brains and bodies are highly adaptable and responsive to their environments. Early childhood intervention
services make use of this adaptability to help optimise a child’s development.
At Active Ability, we offer personalised early intervention support services to help children with
disability or developmental delay reach their NDIS goals.
Our team of highly skilled and dedicated allied health professionals focus on working with children who
have an intellectual disability, autism, mental health condition or neurological disorder.
We use the early childhood approach to support children to reach their potential, thrive, and participate
in everyday life in their homes, schools and communities.
Because caregivers have a vital role in children’s early years, our early intervention services take a family-centred approach.
We consider the needs of each child and family, and can train formal and informal support people to help with early intervention therapy.
As a mobile early intervention service provider, we can visit your home, childcare centre, or school. This allows children to receive early intervention services in a comfortable and relevant environment, while making things easier for busy families.
We don’t have a waiting list, so you can get started with our early intervention services as soon as you’re ready.
Who can benefit from early intervention support services?
Early intervention services offer children with disability or developmental delay the supports they need to reach their goals. Our experienced team of allied health professionals are qualified to work with children who have a range of conditions, including:
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ASD)
- Developmental coordination disorder
- Developmental coordination disorder
- Intellectual disability
- Sensory regulation issues
- Delayed fine or gross motor development
- Cerebral palsy
- Down syndrome and other genetic disorders
- Spina bifida
- Brain or spinal cord injury
- Feeding disorders and fussy eating
- Reflux, poor growth, weight concerns
- Coeliac disease, gastrointestinal issues
- Diabetes
- Food allergies and intolerances.
Don’t see your child’s condition listed? Contact our friendly team to discuss whether we might be able to help.
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Why early childhood intervention services are important for kids with disability
Evidence shows that early intervention programs tend to be most effective when they start as soon as possible. This is because growing bodies and nerve pathways are highly adaptable. Supporting young children and families early on can therefore have a big impact on a child’s life.
Early intervention support services can help a child with:
- reaching developmental milestones
- healthy physical growth and development
- developing fine and gross motor skills
- co-ordination, balance and posture
- everyday activities like dressing and eating
- picky eating and feeding disorders
- food intolerances and nutritional issues
- achieving a healthy weight
- social skills and making friends
- learning and school performance
- developing confidence and self-esteem
- participating in their families and communities
- keeping up with peers.
How our early intervention services can help children with disability or developmental delay
Early intervention specialists use strategies and therapeutic supports to help children and their families reach goals that matter to them.
At Active Ability, our mission is to support people living with disability to achieve greater independence, health and quality of life.
Our experienced professionals can support your child in various ways.
Learn more about the early intervention programs offered by our paediatric physiotherapists, paediatric occupational therapists, paediatric exercise physiologists and paediatric dietitians.
Meet some of Active Ability’s early childhood intervention team
Our caring, university-qualified allied health professionals focus on supporting children with disability by providing quality early intervention services.

Tassnim Allam
Physiotherapist
Tassnim completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy with first class honours in 2021 from Western Sydney University. Tassnim has worked in multiple wards in the hospital setting including the stroke/rehabilitation ward, the cardiothoracic ward and the outpatient clinic. She has also spent some time working in The Children's Hospital at Westmead where she attended to children aged 6 months to 18 years old. Based on the variety of experience obtained across multiple areas of physiotherapy, Tassnim has developed a strong interest in neurological conditions, disability and paediatric support. Through her experiences, she has developed a tool kit of skills enabling her to empower her clients to take control of their health and maximise their independence. Tassnim is committed to providing her clients with person-centred evidence-based therapy to support them to achieve their goals. Tassnim provides mobile services to the Western Sydney region including but not limited to Auburn, Strathfield, Parramatta and Blacktown.

Lachlan Foster
Senior Physiotherapist
Lachlan is a physiotherapist with a drive to empower clients to reach their goals while focusing on their ability, not disability. After graduating from the University of Sydney in 2020 with a Master’s in Physiotherapy, he has worked providing evidence-based interventions to clients across various presentations including neurological, orthopaedics, cardiorespiratory, intellectual/cognitive impairments and mental health. He has developed a range of skills in developing plans, rapport and implementing interventions while ensuring a client-centred approach to work and progress towards goals from day 1. Lachlan provides support across the Greater Western Sydney area with a key interest in supporting his local community around Blacktown and Mt Druitt.

Christina Johnpillai
Physiotherapist
Christina is a Physiotherapist who graduated from Western Sydney University in 2020. She has extensive experience working with paediatric clients, particularly those who have complex neurological conditions like Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida and Muscular Dystrophies, as well as other conditions including musculoskeletal impairments, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disability. She has a keen interest in working with people of all ages, especially those with neurological diagnoses, to help them achieve their goals and enable them to functionally move in their environments. Christina enjoys reading and travelling with her little family and provides our mobile Physiotherapy services in the Blacktown and Penrith areas.

Louise McPhillips
Physiotherapist
Louise is an accredited Physiotherapist who completed her qualifications at University College Dublin, Ireland in 2022. Since qualifying, she has worked in acute clinical settings including large public and private hospitals in Dublin and Sydney across a variety of orthopaedic, cardio-respiratory and neuro rehabilitation wards. She enjoys working with people of all ages and with all abilities, helping them achieve their goals no matter how big or small they are. Louise does this through exercise prescription and individualised treatment plans, client and support worker education and equipment prescription. Louise loves an active lifestyle and is an avid runner and keen hockey player in her spare time. Louise currently services the Eastern Suburbs and Inner West areas.

Chloe Wong
Physiotherapist
Chloe is a physiotherapist with experience spanning diverse healthcare environments, from community and hospital to rehabilitation settings. Since obtaining her degree in 2021, Chloe has been deeply committed to aiding individuals of all ages in achieving their health goals and enhancing their mobility and confidence within the community. Her clientele encompasses a wide range of conditions including Parkinson’s disease, stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, among others. With expertise in addressing chronic health conditions, musculoskeletal, and neurological disorders, Chloe prioritises enhancing mobility, symptom management, and fostering confidence in her clients. Her adaptability allows her to offer care not only in clients’ homes but also in gyms, day centres, and hydrotherapy settings.
Committed to individualised care, Chloe designs tailored exercise programs, educates family and support workers, and provides equipment prescriptions. Chloe’s relocation journey from Melbourne to Sydney, where she joins Active Ability, embraces opportunities for professional growth while forging meaningful connections in her new city. Beyond her clinical work, Chloe finds fulfilment in pursuits such as bouldering, tennis, and savouring culinary delights. Currently serving Sydney’s North Shore area, Chloe epitomises a dedication to holistic, client-centred care, and empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives aligned with their unique aspirations and goals.

Nathan Huynh
Physiotherapist
Nathan is an accredited Physiotherapist who graduated from Australian Catholic University. Previously from Melbourne, Nathan has worked across inpatient to sub-acute and community health settings and was a swimming instructor for over 8 years, giving him valuable experience across the public, private and community health sectors. Throughout his experience he has worked with patients and clients across a wide spectrum of backgrounds with differing care needs, addressing a wide range of conditions including rehabilitation, neurological, respiratory conditions, intellectual disabilities and post-operative surgical care. Nathan does his utmost to develop and foster rapport whilst delivering the best evidence-based interventions to help his clients strive towards their goals and improve quality of life. He currently services the Liverpool and Campbelltown areas.

Dilroop Singh
Physiotherapist
Dilroop is an Accredited Practising Physiotherapist who started working with Active Ability in 2025. He has experience in rehabilitation, post-op surgical, stroke rehabilitation, neurological conditions and musculoskeletal injuries whilst studying at the Australian Catholic University. He also has experience working in the NDIS and with a broad range of clients with disabilities including cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, neurological conditions and mental health disabilities. Dilroop is passionate about supporting clients through physiotherapy to make the first step in their journey to achieve their goals. Dilroop provides our mobile Physiotherapy services in the Hills Shire, Parramatta and Blacktown areas.

Olivia Rooney
Physiotherapist
Olivia is a skilled Physiotherapist who graduated from the Australian Catholic University. During her studies, she gained valuable experience as a disability support worker, assisting individuals with cerebral palsy, TBI, paraplegia, and intellectual disabilities. Since graduating, Olivia has worked in private practice, treating a range of musculoskeletal injuries, and has specialised experience delivering Parkinson's group classes and one-on-one sessions for NDIS clients. Passionate about helping people of all ages and abilities, Olivia is dedicated to restoring confidence, independence, and mobility in her patients. With an extensive background in gymnastics, including over 10 years representing the state, Olivia also brings a unique understanding of sports-related injuries and rehabilitation. Outside of work, she enjoys running, spending time at the beach, and discovering new places to eat with friends. Olivia currently provides services in the Sutherland Shire and Hurstville areas.

Rones George
Physiotherapist
Rones is a physiotherapist with experience across neurological rehabilitation, intellectual disability, genetic conditions, post-operative rehabilitation, cardiorespiratory care and musculoskeletal disorders. Originally from Canada, she completed a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology before moving to Australia to complete her Doctor of Physiotherapy at Macquarie University. Rones has worked across community, disability and paediatric settings, hospital and aged care, supporting clients at different stages of life to improve their function, independence and participation. She brings a strong foundation in movement and exercise, combined with a warm and goal-focused approach to care. Rones is passionate about making therapy meaningful and practical for each client. She supports clients through tailored exercise programs, functional strengthening, mobility and balance training, cardiorespiratory rehabilitation, post-operative recovery, education and strategies that can be carried over into everyday routines. Outside of work, Rones enjoys running, dancing, group fitness and staying active. Rones currently services the North Sydney area.
Early intervention therapy with Active Ability
As the first step in our early childhood intervention programs, one of our allied health professionals will visit you to talk about your child’s needs and review their function. We take the time to listen, which helps us design evidence-based support programs to meet your child’s goals.
Each early intervention support plan looks a bit different, because they are tailored for each child and their parents and carers.
If you’re new to early childhood intervention, we know arranging supports can be a daunting task. Our team are happy to help however we can. We can assist you to understand early childhood intervention services, work out your eligibility, and create goals and a support plan the NDIS may cover.
How does early intervention support funding work?
Early intervention therapy needed due to a person’s disability is funded by the NDIS. This includes funding for allied health therapies such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, exercise physiology, dietetics and more.
How to organise an early intervention program with Active Ability
If you’re keen to get started with early childhood intervention and are ready for a service agreement, please fill out our NDIS referral form via the link below.
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