NDIS Exercise Physiology in Canberra

Jade completed an undergraduate degree in exercise science and rehabilitation at the University of Wollongong in 2018. She started working with Active Ability as an exercise physiologist in early 2019. Jade works in both our exercise physiology team and clinical manager team.

As an EP, Jade has over 5 years of disability experience working with a range of participants living with neurological, psychosocial, and neurodevelopmental disabilities across all ages from 6 to over 65. She is passionate about supporting people to achieve their goals through person-centred and tailored exercise interventions and is always ready to advocate for the needs of her participants. She is dedicated to getting her participants moving in a way that is meaningful and enjoyable to them.

Jade also moved into a role in our clinical manager team in late 2023. As part of the clinical manager team, Jade supports her clinicians to provide quality services that suit the needs of our wonderful participants. Jade has a special interest in supporting clinicians to provide quality reports to advocate for the services our participants need. She enjoys problem solving and trying to get all the proverbial puzzle pieces in place.

When she's not working, you might find Jade out for a walk, lifting some weights, or watching a true crime documentary.

Tamara is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who commenced working at Active Ability in 2024 with 3 years' experience working as an Exercise Physiologist. She has a special interest in paediatrics and neurological conditions and has experience working with a variety of clients as young as 18 months old living with spastic paraplegia, global developmental delay, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, and a variety of other conditions. Tamara is passionate about building rapport with her clients to be able to best support them in achieving their goals through individualised exercise intervention and loves seeing the positive impact exercise prescription can have on clients and their families. Tamara provides Exercise Physiology services to the Greater Western Sydney area.

Emily is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who joined the Active Ability team in 2020. She has worked in the disability sector for 4 years and is passionate about helping her clients achieve their individual goals through a personalised approach to exercise. A strong focus on all aspects of health and wellbeing allows Emily to get the best out of her clients' funding budgets, which helps them achieve their NDIS goals and a great quality of life. Emily has a wealth of knowledge and special interest in working with children and adults with intellectual disability through her experiences as a support worker. She also works with people with mental illness and neurological conditions. Emily provides services to the North Shore area of Sydney including North Sydney, Mosman, Cremorne, Lane Cove, Chatswood, Killara, Willoughby and surrounds.

Isabel is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who has been working for Active Ability since 2021. She is passionate about providing exercise interventions to support people to reach their functional and health and wellbeing goals and to see their confidence grow. Isabel has experience working with a variety of people with disability including individuals with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, mental illness, and neurological conditions. She believes in a client-centred approach and helps individuals feel empowered through their ability to perform physical activity. Isabel services the Inner West and Eastern Suburbs areas including Glebe, Rozelle, Balmain, Tempe, Redfern, Stanmore, Pyrmont, Waverley, Randwick, Coogee, Botany and surrounds.

Christhanta is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who has been working for Active Ability since 2023. She enjoys assisting others and watching them grow through exercise. She is particularly interested in working with people with spinal cord injuries, neurological conditions and mental health conditions. She believes that regular exercise should be used as a technique to maintain good overall health, function and happiness. Christhanta’s goal is to make a positive impact on people’s lives through her therapy and continuously increase the standard of living for her clients. Christhanta services the North West Sydney area including Parramatta, Ryde, Epping, Carlingford, North Ryde, West Pennant Hills and surrounds.

Glade is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who has been working for Active Ability since 2023. He has a passion for working within the NDIS space and has experience working with children and adults with a range of diagnoses including intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, and mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, anxiety and depression. Glade is motivated to support and empower his clients to achieve their health goals and outcomes through regular physical activity that meets their individual and NDIS goals. Glade provides services to Western Sydney including Yagoona, Villawood, Fairfield, Merrylands, Westmead, Parramatta, North Parramatta, Silverwater, Ryde, Auburn and surrounds.

Brooke is an Exercise Physiologist who has been working with Active Ability since February 2024. She has experience working with clients of various ages, from young children to the elderly, with a special interest in paediatrics as well as neurological and intellectual disabilities. She has experience working with a variety of conditions including intellectual disabilities, mental health diagnoses, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, and Acquired Brain Injuries among other conditions. Growing up in the creative arts, Brooke has always loved a challenge and a chance to think outside the box. She channels this creativity and passion for helping others to assist her clients in achieving their NDIS and personal goals, no matter how big or small, through engaging in individualised exercise. Brooke provides our mobile EP services to the South Western Sydney (Camden, Campbelltown and Liverpool) region.

Josiah is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who completed his Masters in 2024 at the University of Sydney. During his academic journey, Josiah gained extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients, including individuals aged 15 to 95, managing musculoskeletal injuries, neurological conditions, mental health conditions, and intellectual disabilities. He is passionate about empowering clients to achieve their personal goals and improve their quality of life by delivering tailored exercise programs designed to support their unique needs and align with their NDIS objectives. Josiah is committed to promoting independence and well-being through movement and strives to make a meaningful difference in the lives of his clients. Outside of his professional work, Josiah enjoys staying active by participating in a variety of sports, including soccer, basketball, and cricket. Josiah provides our mobile EP services throughout the Ryde area.

Divyasha is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who graduated from the University of Sydney in 2023. Her love of dance and exercise since a young age led her to pursue a career in exercise physiology. She has clinical experience working with a variety of clients living with neurological conditions, musculoskeletal and metabolic conditions through clinical placements in university. Divyasha enjoys working with a wide range of individuals in assisting them to meet their goals and building meaningful relationships. She is particularly interested in working with people living with neurological conditions and in the paediatric space. As a result, she is passionate about empowering people living with disability and wants to help change lives along the way. Divyasha offers services in the Western Sydney suburbs of Parramatta, Blacktown, Hills District and surrounding suburbs.

Samantha has graduated from the University of Canberra with a Bachelor of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation with Honours. Samantha is currently studying her Master of Occupational Therapy and is due to complete in 2026. She has a strong interest in working with Paediatrics. Samantha has experience working in community organisations as a senior program coordinator and an exercise physiologist. In her time working in the community she has worked with a diverse group of children with conditions such as autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disabilities. Samantha is passionate about her work ethic and strives to achieve a positive outcome for everyone. Samantha comes from a sporting background in which she is team captain of a local AFL club, the Gungahlin Jets.