Meet The Team
Fiona Gaffy - Principal Physiotherapist & Director
Fiona is a Physiotherapist with over 15 years' experience in treating neurological disorders and is the director of The Neuro Collective. Completing her degree at The University of Melbourne in 2007, Fiona has worked in major Melbourne Hospitals (including time with the Victorian Spinal Cord Service) and in regional Victoria in Neurological Rehabilitation.
Fiona is passionate about working with her clients to set up sustainable programs to maximise functional capacity and well-being. She has extensive experience in wheelchair and seating prescription and also posture and pressure management. Fiona also enjoys providing a welcoming and inclusive work environment for her team and fostering connections with other services providers in South West Victoria.
Tracey Dowling - Practice Manager
Tracey is the Practice Manager at The Neuro Collective and brings excellent communication and organisational skills to the team. She is the friendly face who greets our clients when they access our therapy space or call us to make an appointment.
Tracey has extensive experience in the disability sector and when she is not at work, enjoys walking her dogs.
Rachael Giblett - Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Rachael is an Exercise Physiologist with The Neuro Collective and prescribes and progresses exercise programs to meet the needs of each client. Rachael is a registered member of Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
Rachael is passionate about helping clients reach their full potential. A South-West local, Rachael enjoys playing netball in her spare time.
Taylah Mackley - Accredited Exercise Physiologist - currently on Maternity Leave
Taylah is an Exercise Physiologist at The Neuro Collective. Taylah is a registered member of Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) and enjoys helping her clients to tailor their exercise program to meet their individual needs.
Taylah is a Warrnambool local. When she is able to find some spare time, Taylah likes to play netball, walk along the beach or cook.
Gino Santos - Physiotherapist
Gino is a Physiotherapist at The Neuro Collective and has worked in Warrnambool for the past 5 years. Gino enjoys helping our clients improve their function and mobility.
Gino enjoys running, badminton and yoga to keep fit. He also loves dogs and barracks for Geelong in the AFL!
Erin McDonald - Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Erin is an Exercise Physiologist at The Neuro Collective and a registered member of Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Erin enjoys working alongside her clients to maximise their physical function and independence.
Erin barracks for the mighty Pies in the AFL and has 3 dogs.
Rachel Ayres - Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Rachel is an Exercise Physiologist at The Neuro Collective and a registered member of Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Rachel enjoys assisting our clients at TNC to find exercises that they enjoy, to help improve their health and wellbeing.
When Rachel isn't at work, you may find her running on trails far and wide!
Maddi Bottrell - Therapy Assistant - currently on Maternity Leave
Maddi is one of our friendly Therapy Assistants at The Neuro Collective, assisting clients to complete their therapy programs on a regular basis. Maddi works with clients of all ages and with a background in Early Childhood, has a particular passion for working with paediatric clients. Maddi is currently studying her Certificate IV in Fitness.
Steph Fary - Personal Trainer
Steph is one of our Therapy Assistants at The Neuro Collective and has completed her Certificate IV in Fitness which means we use the title of Personal Trainer. Steph enjoys working with clients of all abilities to improve their health and wellbeing. When Steph isn’t at work you might find her playing cricket for one of our local teams bowling a few spinners. Steph is a huge dog lover and has her own darling called Stella.
Diana Montes-Cooper - Therapy Assistant
Diana is a Therapy Assistant at The Neuro Collective and holds a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance. Diana has many hobbies including Street Latin dancing, painting and playing at the beach with her dog. Diana is currently studying her Certificate III & IV in Fitness.
Tia Conlan - Therapy Assistant
Tia is a Therapy Assistant at The Neuro Collective and is currently studying her Certificate III & IV in Fitness. Tia assists TNC clients to complete their Physiotherapy or Exercise Physiology programs on a regular basis.
Tia is a Warrnambool local and enjoys spending time with her new puppy, Blue!
Rosie Dalton - Administration Assistant
Rosie is our Administration Assistant at The Neuro Collective and supports our clients and staff to get the most out of our service.
Rosie grew up locally on a dairy farm and is a Richmond supporter. You might find Rosie out fishing or baking cakes on the weekend.
Olivia Picone - Therapy Assistant
Olivia is a Therapy Assistant at The Neuro Collective and holds her Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance. She is also a qualified swimming instructor!
Olivia enjoys getting to know our clients and working with them to complete their therapy programs at TNC. She has experience working with children of all ages.
Peta Jolley - Therapy Assistant
Peta has joined Team TNC as a Therapy Assistant and is enjoying getting to know our clients of all ages. Peta is a qualified yoga instructor and a skilled Photographer. She is also studying a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy and is enjoying learning about the multidisciplinary care we offer at TNC.