Elevate Neuro Rehab sunshine coast

Why Choose Elevate Neuro Rehab?

Elevate Neuro Rehab is dedicated to providing exceptional services to individuals with neurological conditions across all stages of life. We are a team of passionate and experienced Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Assistants with a special interest in the rehabilitation of adults of all ages living with neurological conditions. Common conditions that we see may include:

Stroke
Acquire brain injury
Cerebral Palsy
Spinal Cord Injury
Multiple Sclerosis
Parkinson’s Disease
Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)
Undiagnosed neurological conditions
Brain tumours impacting hand and arm use

Expertise and passion

Flexible client-centered approach

Heart-Led, research backed care

Flexible and Client-Centered Approach

As a close-knit team of exceptional clinicians, we intentionally maintain a small caseload. This approach ensures that we can uphold excellent standards of service and dedicate ample time and attention to each client’s needs.

We understand that choosing the right service can be overwhelming. We believe we may be the ideal fit for you if you value:

Expertise and Passion: Our small, highly skilled team comprises clinicians with over a decade of clinical experience each in either occupational therapy. We are deeply passionate about delivering top-notch therapy for individuals with neurological conditions.
Canine Companionship: At our clinic, you’ll be greeted by our two ‘occupational furapists,’ who provide comfort, snuggles, and pats to help you feel at ease during your visits.
Guided Journey to Recovery: Our clinicians are committed to supporting you on your path to regaining the ability to perform the activities that matter most to you.
Flexible and Client-Centered Approach: Whether you prefer in-clinic services or need visits at home and in the community, we tailor our approach to suit your specific needs and goals.
Heart-led, Research-backed Care: Elevate Neuro Rehab is guided by a genuine commitment to providing quality care above all else. Our mission is driven by compassion.
Empowering Education: In addition to our therapy services, we also offer educational workshops and training sessions. These courses empower other professionals to deliver evidence-based practices, such as constraint-induced movement therapy, task-specific practice and functional electrical stimulation.

No GP referral is required, please contact us to make an appointment.

At Elevate Neuro Rehab, we strive to be more than just a service provider; we aim to be a trusted partner in your journey towards improved neurological function and overall well-being. Reach out to us, and let us help you elevate your rehabilitation experience to new heights.

DIRECTOR / senior occupational therapist

Effie

BSc Occupational Therapy

Since graduating from Curtin University in Western Australia in 2013, Effie has spent her career developing knowledge and skills in the field of neurological rehabilitation. Effie has worked across the public and private health sectors in Western Australia, Victoria and Queensland, helping young and older adults regain independence following neurological injury.

Effie moved to the Sunshine Coast in 2017 and prior to founding Elevate Neuro Rehab (previously known as Coastal CIMT) with her long-time friend Kirstin, worked as the Senior Occupational Therapist on an inpatient rehabilitation ward.

Effie strongly believes that all people living with neurological conditions should have access to innovative and evidence-based therapies – a vision that led to the establishment of Coastal CIMT in late 2019. Effie is highly skilled in upper limb and complex neurological rehab and while she comes with a calm and compassionate nature – she’ll certainly push you to reach your potential.

Effie is passionate about continued learning and when she’s not hard at work with her clients she focuses her energy toward teaching other clinicians. 

Effie understands that your rehab journey doesn’t stop at hospital discharge, and she is here to support you in the long haul to get back to doing the things you love. 

Outside of the workplace you’ll find Effie in the garden or with a book in her hand and her dog Storm by her side.

Effie offers the following services:

Neurological upper limb assessment and rehabilitation
Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (Adults)
Electrical stimulation and biofeedback training including ETS (EMG triggered stimulation) for the rehabilitation of paralysed or weak muscles
tDCS – transcranial direct current stimulation (brain stimulation for stroke recovery)

Hypertonicity management, including pre and post botulinum toxin assessment and management
Home environment assessment and modification
Basic and complex assistive technology assessment and prescription
Professional Development Workshops in Neuro rehab (Estim, CIMT, Task Specific Practice)
Professional Supervision and Mentoring for Occupational Therapists

Occupational Therapist

Tessa

Tessa is an experienced occupational therapist who is passionate about providing warm, empathetic, and person-centred care. She is dedicated to walking alongside individuals as they navigate challenges in their lives, supporting them to build confidence, regain function, and reconnect with what matters most. Tessa has worked across community and clinic-based settings throughout the East Coast of Queensland, with a strong focus on family-centred practice and truly connecting with people.

Her interest in neurological rehabilitation developed while studying at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Prior to graduating in 2019, Tessa was able to gain experience in a range of settings, but strong resonated with the role of occupational therapy in supporting people who have had a stroke, experiencing functional neurological disorder (FND) and other neurological conditions. She is continually inspired by the brain’s capacity to adapt and reorganise, and finds deep fulfilment in helping people rediscover independence and engage in meaningful daily roles.

Tessa is committed to delivering therapy that is evidence-informed, person-led, and practical. She joined Elevate to be part of a driven team dedicated to achieving long-term, functional outcomes that truly enhance people’s lives.

Outside of work, Tessa enjoys exploring the coastline with her dog, Hank (a very cheeky Cocker Spaniel)! As well as attending dance classes, and spending time outdoors with her partner. Tessa also has a deep interest in natural health and the body’s innate capacity for healing

Tessa offers the following services:

Goal-directed training for helping clients achieve their daily activity goals (e.g. dressing, preparing meals, getting back to work, and managing fatigue)
Electrical stimulation including ETS (EMG triggered stimulation), and FES (functional electrical stimulation), for the rehabilitation of weak muscles

Constraint Induced Movement Therapy/ CIMT (Adults)
Complex and basic equipment prescription
NDIS Functional Capacity Assessments
NDIS Assistive Technology applications

occupational furapist

Storm

Storm is our most experienced occupational furapist. He is an expert in providing affection and putting therapy equipment away. When not at work Storm enjoys sunbaking and chasing bush turkeys.