Our Team.
Alysia Beard
Founder and Principal Physiotherapist
Alysia has a passion for making a difference in the lives of children all over the world. She founded Mighty Kids with the vision of helping children in Australia while also sending unused equipment and therapy teams to children in underprivileged countries.
Alysia's journey in working with children with disabilities began during her student years, when she had the privilege of working with a beautiful girl with cerebral palsy. It was during this time that she discovered her love for paediatric physiotherapy — a field where she can deliver therapy in a way that is fun while also creating real change for children and their families.
With a special interest in treating children aged 0–6 with complex physical presentations — including cerebral palsy, spinal muscular atrophy, and other genetic conditions — Alysia is particularly drawn to CME therapy, having seen first-hand how beneficial it can be. Her dedication to this approach led her to travel to Canada for her CME Level II training, deepening her love for and commitment to this transformative therapy. She has since completed six weeks of internships with Adrian Stupinean (CME Level IV Instructor) in preparation for her CME Level III training.
With a holistic perspective, Alysia recognises the importance of considering every aspect of a child's life in their therapeutic journey. Her background in paediatric disability and musculoskeletal physiotherapy equips her to provide comprehensive care tailored to each child's unique needs.
Alysia feels called to empower the bodies and minds of children with disabilities and their families. She believes every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and she is committed to delivering compassionate and effective care through Mighty Kids Therapy.
Fun facts about Alysia:
She once completed a 1000-piece puzzle in just one night!
She lived in Japan as an exchange student for four months.
She has watched Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone well over 100 times — and she's a proud Hufflepuff.
In her leisure time, Alysia loves spending time at the beach or in the mountains, travelling overseas, and being with her loved ones — including her adorable dog, Ziggy. She embraces the philosophy of wabi-sabi, finding beauty and joy in imperfect moments. Her favourite Disney movies are The Lion King, Frozen, and Moana.
Alysia is passionate about nurturing a sense of family within the Mighty Kids Therapy team as they continually strive to provide better care for all children and their families.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Exercise Science
Master of Physiotherapy
CME Levels I and II, plus six weeks of CME internships
Task-Specific Electrical Stimulation (TASES) training
Non-Invasive Spinal Electrical Stimulation (NISE-Stim) training, Levels I and II
Georgia Betts
*Georgia is currently on maternity leave
Senior Physiotherapist
Georgia is an enthusiastic physiotherapist and a big kid at heart. She has a love for paediatrics, where she thrives in the realm of creativity, imagination, and fun. Georgia believes that there is no greater feeling than seeing children improve in their independence, overcome barriers, and enjoy moving! With experience in both hospital and private practice settings, Georgia has had the privilege of supporting many children and their families throughout their journeys. Georgia has a special interest in helping young children through CME therapy, as well as teenagers who enjoy good chats and music!
Fun facts about Georgia:
She once hula hooped for 3 hours and only stopped because she got hungry.
She can make an unusual alien noise (ask her to do an alien impersonation if you want to hear it).
She’s learning to speak French - enchanté de vous rencontrer mon ami!
Georgia is a skilled guitarist and vocalist, and loves to incorporate the joy of music into Physiotherapy sessions where she can. In addition to her music, Georgia loves to spend her free time playing squash, dancing West Coast Swing, and relaxing at the beach. Her favourite Disney movie is Moana.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
CME Levels I and II
Task-Specific Electrical Stimulation (TASES) training
Emily Berrios
Physiotherapist and Team Leader
Emily is a passionate physiotherapist who loves the inherent playfulness and creativity that comes with working in paediatrics. She finds joy in assisting children to reach their full potential and achieve their goals. Emily strives to create a therapy environment where families feel heard, respected, and integrated into the therapeutic journey.
Having completed her CME Level I and II training, Emily has a special interest in helping babies and toddlers with complex physical presentations or developmental delays (e.g. not rolling, sitting, crawling, walking). She also enjoys treating babies with torticollis (tight neck) and plagiocephaly (flat spot on head).
Fun facts about Emily:
She loves to travel and has visited Japan over 20 times!
She can do the splits!
She is obsessed with Harry Potter and her favourite movie is The Chamber of Secrets.
Outside of Mighty Kids, Emily loves spending time dancing, playing boardgames with friends and family, and doing arts and crafts. Her favourite Disney/Pixar movie is Cars.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
CME Levels I and II
Task-Specific Electrical Stimulation (TASES) training
Melanie Watson
Physiotherapist
Melanie has always been dedicated to working with children and has a strong passion for helping them and their families achieve their goals. With a keen interest in paediatric physiotherapy, she thrives on the creativity and problem-solving required to develop effective solutions that support children in reaching their full potential.
Melanie strongly believes in a family-centred approach to therapy and is committed to involving families every step of the way to ensure the best outcomes for each child. She loves working with children of all abilities and is excited to bring her expertise and enthusiasm to Mighty Kids, where she looks forward to supporting children and their families in developing essential skills and enhancing their abilities.
Fun facts about Melanie:
Her favourite animal is a wombat.
She loves going surfing at the beach.
She has a puppy called Pretzel!
In her spare time, Mel loves camping, being outdoors and playing board games with her family. Her favourite Disney/Pixar movies are Moana and Big Hero 6.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
CME Level I
Chelsea Fryer
Exercise Physiologist
Chelsea is an energetic Exercise Physiologist who is passionate about supporting children with complex physical disabilities. She values building strong relationships with families and is committed to supporting them throughout their child's development. She loves being part of a child's journey as they gain new skills, build confidence, and reach meaningful milestones.
Having completed her CME training, Chelsea has developed a special interest in supporting infants and children to develop functional skills and achieve meaningful milestones such as crawling, standing and stepping. She is passionate about promoting independence, confidence, and gross motor development to help children participate more fully in everyday activities.
Fun Facts about Chelsea:
She danced for 15 years, her favourite style was Jazz.
She can’t fall asleep without listening to music, mostly Ed Sheeran or Lewis Capaldi
She has a bucket list of over 50 destinations/activities written in her phone (if you have any suggestions, let her know!)
Outside of Mighty Kids, Chelsea plays soccer, enjoys camping, and loves spending time with family, friends, and her dog, Dozer. She enjoys travelling, exploring new places and is always planning her next adventure. Her favourite Disney/Pixar movies are Cars and Monsters Inc.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology
ESSA Accreditation and Member
CME Levels I and II
Makayla McGovern
Exercise Physiologist
Makayla is an enthusiastic Exercise Physiologist who loves working with children of all ages, helping them grow stronger, build confidence, and reach their full potential.
Makayla loves to use creative, play-based activities that make movement engaging and enjoyable. She supports each child to overcome challenges and develop important motor skills in a way that is engaging and fun. Her sessions are filled with games, movement, laughter, and encouragement.
Makayla is passionate about supporting children’s physical and emotional well-being and is excited to be part of each child’s journey toward success.
Fun Facts about Makayla:
She loves taking photos and has a massive photo album collection
She has a goal to spot every type of bird in the wild in Australia
She loves to do cartwheels and handstands!
Outside of Mighty Kids, Makayla has a never-ending list of hobbies ranging from crafts to outdoor adventures, and loves learning about everything from space to bugs! Her favourite Disney/Pixar movie is Ratatouille.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology
ESSA Accreditation
CME Level I
Bec Hunt
Administrator
Bec is our friendly and welcoming admin team member, dedicated to creating a positive experience for every family who visits Mighty Kids Therapy. With her warm smile and calm, organised approach, she keeps the day-to-day running of our clinic smooth and stress-free.
Bec loves being part of a team that makes a real difference and finds joy in watching children achieve their therapy goals. Her previous work in other admin roles, holiday programs and OSHC centres has equipped her with the skills and understanding to support families with confidence and care.
Fun Facts about Bec:
Her favourite animal is a meerkat - she once had one sit on her head at the zoo!
When she was 19 she lived in Italy for 7 months as an au pair
She used to dress up as Disney princesses for children’s events. She has been Cinderella, Elsa and Anna!
Outside of Mighty Kids you’ll find Bec at the beach, eating Italian food or planning her wedding! Her favourite Disney/Pixar movies are Frozen and Cars.
Rosa Campbell
Allied Health Assistant
Rosa is our friendly Allied Health Assistant who brings a calm, organised, and thoughtful presence to the clinic. Rosa loves being part of a team that makes a real difference for kids. Whether she’s supporting therapists in sessions, keeping the space tidy and welcoming, or fixing equipment, Rosa takes pride in creating an environment where everyone feels comfortable and cared for.
Rosa wants to make sessions smooth and fun for kids and therapists so progress comes easily. She loves watching kids learn and realise what they’re capable of, and gets super excited when new skills are learnt!
Fun facts about Rosa:
She has a sweet tooth and loves to bake meringues, cookies, muffins and more!
Her favourite animal is the green tree frog
She keeps a running list of interesting words she collects whenever she hears them.
Outside of Mighty Kids, Rosa loves to sketch, road trip, crochet, and relax in the hammock with her dog Mistie. Her favourite Disney/Pixar movie is Ratatouille. Rosa loves to hear new jokes, so make sure to share one if you see her around!
Kyna Novelero
Admin Assistant (Virtual)
Kyna is one of our lovely admin assistants, who supports Mighty Kids Therapy remotely. Her role focuses on invoicing and keeping accounts organised. With a background in corporate administration and training, she enjoys keeping systems running smoothly, learning new things, and helping the team behind the scenes.
Fun Facts about Kyna:
She always tries to resist buying more stationery
She enjoys re-watching her favourite shows rather than starting new ones
She is more likely to try new ice-cream flavours than choose chocolate
Outside of work, Kyna enjoys catching up with friends over coffee, exploring quick craft projects, and relaxing with a colouring book or paint-by-numbers. Her favourite Disney movies are The Incredibles and Enchanted.
Ziggy
Therapy Dog / Master of Being a Good Boy
Ziggy is a very handsome and sweet Labradoodle with an old soul and a kind nature, perfect for working alongside children. Ziggy loves to join in with therapy sessions, either by being there as an emotional support or by being an eager participant in activities.
Fun Facts about Ziggy:
He uses AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) buttons to communicate his wants and needs. This means that he talks using buttons! His favourite words are “food”, “treat” and “beach”. He can even talk using sentences “water, outside” (when it is raining outside), or “Ziggy, food, yes”.
He loves to splash in the waves at the beach
He loves making new friends.
In his spare time, Ziggy loves to dig in the sand, eat treats, and lie down at people’s feet and dream doggie dreams. Ziggy’s favourite Disney movie is the live action Lion King (he growls at the hyenas, wags his tail at Timon and Pumbaa, and will sit and watch the whole thing). Ziggy has made so many friends here at Mighty Kids Therapy, and he can’t wait to make more!