Tree's Physiotherapy

25/02/2026

Today was of those beautiful heart-melting moments that had us in tears (and I managed to capture a pic of!). 😭

After her session, this gorgeous girl, who lives with Autism level 3, spontaneously reached out and wrapped her arms around her physio, Maya.

Progress isn’t always measured in reps or milestones. Sometimes it’s measured in trust, safety, a hug that you didn’t see coming. ❤️❤️

29/12/2025

A great opportunity for anyone interested :)

Volunteer Demo Kids Wanted – NISE SpinalStim | NAPA Brisbane
10–11 January 2026
We’re inviting a small number of volunteer demo children to work with Gerti Motavalli and the NAPA team during the NISE Spinal Stimulation course at NAPA Brisbane.
Sessions are led by Gerti Motavalli — creator of SpinalStim, internationally recognised researcher in electrical stimulation, with over 35 years’ experience in paediatric physical therapy. Children will be supported in a calm, respectful environment, with treatment delivered by course participants under expert supervision. We are seeking children with a diagnosis of Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy, and children with global delays and low muscle tone, particularly low trunk muscle tone.

Saturday 10 January | approx. 1:30–2:30pm
• Child with Spina Bifida

Sunday 11 January | 11:15–12:15pm
• Child with low muscle tone or low trunk tone (including significantly low tone), scoliosis, or working on sit-to-stand goals

Sunday 11 January | 12:45–1:45pm
• A small group of children with varied diagnoses (e.g. Cerebral Palsy, global developmental delay with low tone, Spina Bifida)

Sessions are FREE of charge. Timing may be flexible to support naps and your child’s comfort, please discuss with us.

Interested in your child taking part? Please contact the NAPA team at brisbane@napacentre.com.au to express interest.

20/12/2025

Christmas can be joyful and exhausting at the same time for AuDHD children and young people.

Big emotions, sensory overload, broken routines, and increased expectations can all collide during the festive season – even when a child is excited and trying their best.

This visual shares 12 I statements written from the voice of an AuDHD child at Christmas, to help adults understand behaviour through a nervous system lens and offer support instead of pressure.

Free download instructions (shown on the visual)
Save or screenshot for personal use
Print or share with family, and support teams
Use as a gentle reminder throughout the Christmas period

20/12/2025

Santa’s helpers have taken over Trees Physio this week 🎅🧑‍🎄

So much joy, laughter and festive fun in therapy sessions!

Wishing all our families a very Merry Christmas and a holiday season filled with play, connection and magic ✨🎄

17/12/2025

📞✨ Phone Line ✨📞

Hi everyone, our clinic phone line is currently experiencing technical issues and calls are going straight to voicemail. Unfortunately, outgoing calls are also impacted, which means subsequently we can’t access voicemail messages either.

While we work to resolve this, the best way to reach us is via email:
📧 admin@treesphysiotherapy.com.au

We’ll respond as soon as possible. Thanks so much for your patience and understanding.

17/11/2025

Wanted to share this post from Jess- our practice manager ❤️

Today is World Prematurity Day, and it will always hit close to home for us.

Everyone knows Charlie’s story, but every year I’m reminded just how far she has come. From being born at 25 weeks, weighing just 1lb 15oz (872g), and facing more hurdles than any tiny baby should ever have to. We lived in intensive care for 3 and a half months, all while Melbourne was in the middle of the world’s longest covid lockdown. It was the hardest, loneliest chapter of our lives.

But she made it. We made it.

What people don’t always see is that the journey stays with you. Certain alarms, certain smells, even a moment of déjà vu can pull me straight back into that fight or flight space. The memories don’t disappear just because the outcome was a miracle.

But neither does the gratitude.

I’m grateful every single day for the NICU team who cared for her, for the friends and family who held us up from afar, and for our tiny girl who fought harder than I ever thought possible.

And now you all get to know this bright, cheeky, hilarious little person who fills every room with life. That is the miracle we carried home.

To anyone who has walked or is walking the NICU road, I see you and I promise you the strength you’re showing is bigger than you realize.

💜💜💜💜💜

14/11/2025

Do you know a child who'd love to be on Play School? 👀

Play School are on the lookout for children with disability to appear in our 'Through The Windows' segments for new and exciting upcoming series! ✨🎥

Full instructions on how to make a submission can be found below.
Submissions close Friday 28th November at 11:59pm AEST.

31/10/2025

In Jenson’s therapy session, he was receiving Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation (tSCS) while practicing functional activities. TSCS is a non-invasive method that applies electrical stimulation over skin in the lumbar spine. It works by modulating the sensory pathways and strengthening the spinal inhibitory circuits that are dysfunctional in spasticity.

It is not painful and in fact, you can see Jenson was so relaxed, he even fell asleep while practicing his sitting! 😍 In the last photo, you can see his sitting position in the same activity system only a few weeks before. What an improvement- well done, little man!

30/10/2025

A huge thanks to James from for a wonderful PD today discussing the key differences between the left and right hemispheres and ways to adapt our treatment to best support children who have experienced trauma, hemiplegia and neurodivergence.

22/10/2025

Perfect weather for aquatic physiotherapy! 🐬 Three gorgeous siblings with their wonderful physios - Ebonie, Cat and Maya.

15/10/2025

After a wonderful 4.5 years, we say goodbye to our beautiful Tania. ❤️Here is a message from her:

It’s time for me to say a very heartfelt goodbye as I finish up my time with my beautiful Tree’s Physiotherapy family 💛 Unfortunately, I didn’t get to say goodbye to everyone personally over the phone or in person but I send my well wishes and goodbyes.

It honestly doesn’t feel real yet. This place, the people (our team and you, our clients), and the work we do have meant so much more to me than just a job. Tree’s has always been about heart, community, connection and growth, and I feel so lucky to have been part of that journey.

I’m beyond grateful for every relationship formed, every conversation shared, and for the trust and warmth from you, our wonderful clients, families and the incredible team I’ve worked alongside. Watching everyone grow, from those early days in Katrina’s basement to where we are now in a specialised clinic space, has been such a privilege. Seeing the difference our practitioners make every day fills me with so much pride and admiration. I have been so privileged to be able to help you in any way I could and only want the best for each of you.

While it’s bittersweet to be stepping away, I’m leaving knowing the Tree’s community is in the best hands. Jess will be stepping into the role full time as Practice Manager and continuing to provide the same level of support, warmth and friendly face you’re all used to. She’s absolutely perfect for it and will keep the Tree’s spirit thriving alongside our practitioners 🌱.

To every client, colleague and family who’s been part of my journey here, thank you. Thank you for your kindness, laughter, and for letting me be a small part of your story. I’ll carry the memories, the lessons and the love from this chapter with me always.

With endless gratitude and love,
Tania 💛

13/09/2025

The cutest flashback to Miss B and Cat. 😍 We miss you sweet girl! ❤️