CO-DIRECTOR
Tayce
CO-DIRECTOR
Bree
CO-DIRECTOR &
HEAD COACH
Josh
HEAD THERAPIST
Alicia
HEAD THERAPIST
& COACH
Chris
COACH
Nicole
COACH
Sarah
COACH
Krystal
COACH
Leesa
COACH
Vicki
COACH
Christina
SUPPORT
Mel (CK mum)
MEET OUR TEAM
CO-DIRECTOR
Tayce
CO-DIRECTOR
Bree
CO-DIRECTOR &
HEAD COACH
Josh
HEAD THERAPIST
Alicia
HEAD THERAPIST
& COACH
Chris
COACH
Nicole
COACH
Sarah
COACH
Krystal
COACH
Leesa
COACH
Vicki
COACH
Christina
SUPPORT
Mel (CK mum)
COACH
Christie
COACH
Barbara
COACH
Georgia
COACH
Coming Soon
Our Programs are delivered by qualified Connected Kidz Coaches, who have all trained in the Melillo Method. (TM) All of our Coaches work in collaboration with a Head Therapist to implement a tailored program to support clients in working toward their unique goals. Our Head Therapists are all Occupational Therapists (BOccThy), and are responsible for overseeing all program creation, implementation of client programs and reporting.
We have a wonderful team of Coaches here at Connected Kidz! Below, you can watch a short video from each of them to help you get to know more about them and decide who may be best suited to helping your family through our Program.
Leesa
Leesa joined Connected Kidz after seeing the difference movement-based practices can make to a child’s life. She is a mother and grandmother to a beautiful son and grandson.
Leesa has a Bachelor of Education-Specialising in Early Childhood, Advanced Diploma of Children’s Services with over 19 years of teaching experience.
Leesa has intentionally used movement-based therapies to improve child wellbeing throughout her career. Leesa is also a qualified Brain Gym Movement Facilitator, Children’s Yoga instructor & Wellbeing Teacher.
Sarah
Sarah is a mum of two boys, has a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) and a Prestige Diploma in Sports Management and Fitness Science.
She has experience in teaching and tutoring primary school children and has worked extensively with children with special learning needs in the school environment.
She is passionate and dedicated to helping families.
Vicki
Vicki is one of the original Connected Kidz coaches. She is a mum of 2 teenage boys who have both benefited greatly from the Connected Kidz program. Vicki has a Bachelor of Health Science, Nursing, with 26 years of experience in the hospital system, 20 years specialising in the Recovery Unit. With a special interest in holistic health, wellness, nutrition and movement, Vicki completed her adult Yoga teacher training, Kids Yoga teacher training, Yin Yoga training, Brain Gym 104 & 101. Vicki is currently enrolled in a Rhythmic Movement program and Functional Nutrition Course with a special interest in the gut/brain relationship. Vicki's love and passion is connecting with families, to guide children and adults to Thrive Through Movement.
Christina
Christina is one of our beautiful coaches here at Connected Kidz.
She has 5 lovely children of her own and is passionate about health, fitness, wellbeing and giving service.
She has a desire to help children and the family unit as a whole, to function better and thrive.
She has been running her own business for the last 3 years and has now expanded her knowledge of the body, by studying Cert III and IV in fitness, enabling her to fulfill her passion for helping families as a Connected Kidz Coach.
Krystal
Krystal is an invaluable member of our coaching team here at Connected Kidz.
With a passion and dedication to holistic health and well-being, she comes at every challenge with a calming yet 'can do' attitude.
She has studied Personal Training and Nutrition. Mum to three beautiful young children who have benefited greatly from the Connected Kidz framework, Krystal can't wait to help others see their own life changing results.
Nicole
Nicole has worked with kids for as long as she can remember and is mum to four of her own children.
She studied a Bachelor of Primary Education, specialising in PE, and is currently working on her Graduate Certificate of Autism.
Nicole has taught as a classroom teacher, a specialist drama/dance teacher, a swimming teacher and a tutor.
She loves to see children thrive and surprise themselves in their learning and development.
Josh
Josh is one of the founders here at Connected Kidz and father to 5 beautiful children.
He has a Bachelors in Health Science & a Graduate Diploma in Education with over 9 years teaching experience.
Josh is a Personal Trainer & Health Coach, as well as being one of only 8 people in Australia certified in the Melillo Method.
Chris
Chris is an Occupational Therapist and has worked with both children and adults for over 15 years.
She has 3 children of her own and understands the many challenges that families face today.
Chris combines her knowledge of sensory processing, play therapy, trauma-informed practices, polyvagal theory, attachment and neurodevelopment with the Melillo Method to offer a unique perspective when working with children and their families.
Christie
Christie is a mum and Step Mum to 4 lovely kids. She has a Bachelor of Education and Nursing, and has worked in Australia and Dubai.
She has also run a Franchise Business for 12yrs selling tools, but sold it to pursue opportunities to work with children in a more meaningful way.
Christie is excited to be able to spend all her time and energy on focusing on Connected Kidz. She is passionate about making a difference to children and their family dynamics.
Barbara
Barbara has been in the Fitness Industry for over 24 + years. She is an Autism Exercise Specialist and Children’s Yoga Teacher.
Her passion is helping everyone exercise safely, regardless of their age and abilities. She joined the Connected Kidz team after seeing the incredible difference the program made in her son’s life.
Barbara also specializes in Pilates, Yoga, and Functional Training and has lots of experience with different Play Therapies. She loves how fitness and nutrition have a transformational influence over every area of one’s life.
She graduated with a Honours Bachelor of Arts from University of Toronto and loves staying up to date on the latest brain health research.
Georgia
Georgia has enjoyed a rewarding career working as a primary school teacher for over 20 years. During that time, she has gained experience with a diverse range of students from Prep through to Year 6. Her qualifications include a Diploma, a Bachelor and a Master's in Education. Georgia's passion for nurturing children's mental health and well-being led to further studies. She is a qualified Yoga Teacher (200 hours) and has also completed various certificates specialising in children's yoga and poly vagal theory.
She is a Mum of 3 and looks forward to this wonderful oppertunity to engage with families as a Connected Kidz Coach!
New Coach
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Find out what it's like to be a Connected Kidz Coach by watching our webinar and what kind of training is available for you by clicking the button below.
Do you have questions?
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