Be Yourself Allied Health

28/06/2025

17/06/2025

📣 Physiotherapy services under the NDIS are at risk.

Recent funding cuts mean small providers like myself may no longer be able to offer home visits or ongoing support to many clients — especially those living rurally.

The Australian Physiotherapy Association is calling for urgent change. Please sign and share the petition to help protect access to physiotherapy for those who need it most.

Every signature counts. Thank you for your support 💛

02/04/2025

World Autism Acceptance Day

At Be Yourself Allied Health, we’re proud to be part of the growing movement that’s shifting the narrative from awareness to genuine acceptance, inclusion, and celebration of autistic individuals.

We don’t believe in one-size fits all support. We believe in relationships, curiosity, and creating space for each person to show up fully without needing to mask, explain, or justify their differences.

On this day, we celebrate neurodivergent voices, including my own children who teach me every day what true inclusion really looks like. As a mum, I know how much love, patience, and understanding goes into creating a world that truly embraces differences. And it's a privilege to witness that growth, both at home and in the work we do at Be Yourself Allied Health.

We’re recommitting to the work of listening, learning, and co-creating safer, more flexible spaces where being yourself is more than okay… it’s the goal. And we want to hear from you, how are you celebrating Autism Acceptance Day in your home and community?

14/03/2025

Hugh writes a letter to parents of neurodivergent children that truly captures the emotional journey of raising kids who experience the world differently.

This letter is a powerful reminder that you are not alone. It acknowledges the struggles, the self doubt, and the immense dedication that so often go unseen. More importantly, it speaks to the continued strength and love that neurodivergent parents show every single day.

If you need a moment to feel understood, seen, and supported—this is for you.

We see and hear you!

09/03/2025

100 percent Yes!!

Let’s move away from compliance and towards connection.



Credit Kelly Mahler

23/02/2025

16/01/2025

Working with Us!

Authenticity first: You’ll probably meet me with a messy mum bun, wearing whatever feels most comfortable. Life is too short to dull your sparkle. We encourage you to show up as your authentic self, whether that’s with a cat on your lap or in a comfy hoodie. We get it.

No compliance here: We won’t tell you what to do or how to live your life. You’re the expert of your own experience. Our job is to understand what’s getting in the way and help you find strategies that actually work for you. Also, the word “no” is always welcome—it’s your life, your rules.

No perfection required: We don’t expect tidy houses, flawless answers, or neatly packaged emotions. Life is beautifully messy, and so am I. If you’re looking for someone who can roll with the chaos, you’ve found the right people.

Play-based and grounded in what lights you up (even for adults!): Therapy with us is client-led, using your SPINS. We’ll focus on what excites and motivates you, ensuring that the approach fits your unique needs and feels right for you.

At Be Yourself Allied Health, we’re dedicated to creating a space where all people feel valued, seen, and celebrated for who they are. Our mission is to support you in embracing your authentic self.

Looking forward to connecting with you!

16/01/2025

Hi there! I’m Alana, AUDHDer, Physiotherapist, Mum to ND PDA kiddos, advocate, and educator. I am the Founder of Be Yourself Allied Health, a mobile therapy provider. I established Be Yourself Allied Health in 2021.

At Be Yourself Allied Health, we believe in celebrating every individual’s uniqueness and creating a space where people feel empowered to thrive as their authentic selves. We are passionate about supporting you in finding your own path and embracing your unique journey.

For us, therapy isn’t about ‘fitting in’ or masking who you are; it’s about learning to value your quirks, embrace your strengths, and feel safe being unapologetically you.

As someone who is neurodivergent, I understand how challenging it can be to navigate a world that doesn’t always make space for different neurotypes. But I also know how empowering it can be to embrace your differences as a source of strength and creativity.

I’m deeply committed to advocating for change in ableist systems that limit opportunities for neurodivergent individuals, and I believe it’s time for a shift in how we see and support different neurotypes.

Looking forward to connecting with you here.

13/11/2024

I always find it very difficult to explain coregulation in words. It's something that you "just know" when you see it or do it. These steps are my best attempt to explain coregulation. You will feel when it's working. You will notice your calm moving into your child.

Coregulation can be used at any time but will look different depending on how dysregulated your child is feeling and your child's preferences. Coregulation once your child is experiencing a fight or flight response is sometimes not possible, but it might be possible just before or just after.

Experiment with when it works for you and your child. You can't hurt someone with coregulation attempts, especially silent ones. Just give them space if you realise it's not the right time. Give yourself space if you realise you're not able to regulate as well.

11/11/2024

Stay tuned for my next learning adventure as I begin a unique training opportunity tomorrow in the little town of Catani, Vic! A combination of my favourite things play, animals, and a whole lot of learning—I can't wait to be a part of this one and share it with you too..

31/10/2024

A gentle reminder for all your Halloween visitors this evening 🎃

23/10/2024

🌟 Day 1 of the Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS) course with Dr. Ross Greene is complete! 🌟

I'm beyond excited to finally learn from the brilliant mind behind this revolutionary approach.

It’s amazing when we shift the mindset to focus on understanding and supporting kids with problem solving rather than addressing their behaviors.

Looking forward to be diving deeper into CPS and how it can bring positive changes for so many again tomorrow 🙌

"Kids do well when they can!" 💡