Montrose Brisbane South

Julie Neil

Service Centre Manager

Fartun Ali

Speech Pathologist

Fartun graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology. Fartun is a dedicated Speech Pathologist who strives to provide individualised and compassionate care to clients and families. She upholds the importance of evidence-based practice to ensure best practice and functional outcomes with all her clients. Outside of work, Fartun enjoys exploring nature, playing sports and spending time with family.

Christina Pullen

Occupational Therapist

Ashley MacKenzie-Ross

Occupational Therapist

Ashley completed her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy degree in 2008, graduating from the University of Toronto in Ontario, Canada.  Ashley is passionate about working with children and their families to learn new skills and participate in meaningful activities.  Ashley joined the Montrose team in November 2020.  In her free time she enjoys camping and the endless outdoor possibilities that Queensland has to offer.

Caron Coleman

Occupational Therapist

Laura Masinello

Occupational Therapist

Full biography coming soon - to find out more about our therapy team and appointment availability, please contact us.

Jan Bates

Occupational Therapist

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Adeline Lam

Occupational Therapist

Adeline is an occupational therapist with particular interest in paediatrics. She chose occupational therapy because she loves watching people grow, gain their independence and collaborating with clients to work towards their goals. In her free time, she likes to play badminton and bake.

Vanessa Chuah

Physiotherapist

Vanessa graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (First Class Honours). Vanessa has always been passionate about working with children and is very motivated to empower her clients to maximise their potential and achieve their goals in life.  Vanessa joined the Montrose team in January 2021 and has enjoyed making connections with her clients and their families. Prior to starting at Montrose, Vanessa has worked and volunteered in various settings with people of all ages and backgrounds. In her free time, Vanessa loves to sing, watch movies, travel and spend time with her family and friends.

Jack Elmer

Physiotherapist

Jack studied at UQ and grew up in Maryborough. He tells us: "I’ve always loved to be active and try to keep busy by heading to the skate park as often as I can. If I’m not working or skating, I’m probably looking up some old chess theory or reading a classic. Can’t get enough of Pink Floyd or Wallows, and I absolutely love all things Star Wars. "I wanted to be a Physio when I saw the struggles of my grandparents, but have recently shifted to the other end of the spectrum, helping children and young adults reach their full unbridled potential."

Ella Thompson

Therapy Assistant

Ella studies a Bachelor of Speech Pathology at the University of Queensland and joined the Montrose team in 2022. She is passionate about working with young people and their families to achieve their therapy goals and improve their communication abilities. With prior clinical experience, Ella has developed specialised interests in early intervention, play-based therapy, and literacy. In her free time, Ella enjoys hiking and cooking as well as spending time with her friends.

Jayne Ballard

Therapy Assistant

Karin Weston

Social Worker

Karin began her career in the late 90’s from grassroots hands-on support work. Karin then went on to study a Bachelor of Health Aging and Communities at the University of New England and has graduated with a Master of Social Work from Griffith University. Karin is passionate about communities and social inclusion for people living with a disability. Karin’s values are embedded in supporting people to identify their strengths and develop and meet their goals. Karin was involved with the pilot project of positive futures in Queensland, working alongside families in planning and supports. Karin’s career covers working with children in out of home care; to adults with disability and older adults living both in the community and in residential aged care.  Karin’s immediate previous experience and roles include Client Integration Management, Support Planning and Support Coordination. In Karin’s spare time she volunteers as a Justice of the Peace, enjoys playing tennis and golf, travelling, and being part of a book club.

Tanya Schleicher

Social Worker

Tanya graduated from the University of Johannesburg (South Africa) in the 90’s and commenced her Social Work career within the Disability Sector. Thereafter Tanya worked for a Not-for-Profit organisation in the fields of Aged Care and Community Development. Tanya worked as a Senior Social Worker and later as a Regional Manager / Supervisor within the Not-for-Profit sector. Tanya is passionate about working with diverse cultural groups and empowerment within communities. Tanya’s values are embedded in supporting people to identify their strengths and develop and meet their goals. Tanya and her family emigrated to Australia in 2017, and after being a stay at home parent for three years, recommenced her career in 2020. Tanya has worked in Allied Health as well as in the fields of Support Coordination and Specialist Support Coordination. In Tanya’s spare time she enjoys travelling, reading, movies and spending time with her family.

Michael Deutscher

Social Worker

Michael graduated with his Master of Social Work from University of Queensland in 2013.  Previous degrees were in Social Work and Arts. He enjoys working with children and families from a strengths-based perspective.  Michael worked as a Social worker with Montrose previously for a number of years prior to four years recent experience working with the National Disability Insurance Scheme Partners In the Community as Senior Local Area Co-ordinator and Team Leader prior to coming back to Montrose as Social Worker in January 2021. Interests are quizzing, the arts and history, squash, chess , travelling and reading

Catherine Hylton

NDIS Support Coordinator

Catherine graduated from the University of Sheffield with BA Hons Social Policy and Criminology in 2005. Thereafter, she worked for a not for profit in the UK providing support and leadership to Research Assistants whilst completing her Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Psychology. Following a move to Australia in 2013, and 2 years being a stay at home parent, she continued her work in the disability sector providing client support in the Allied Health field and is now currently working in Support Coordination. Catherine especially loves working with children and young people and their families and carers. In Catherine’s spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, travelling and true crime.