Meet our team

 Katie is the Co-Founder and Care Coordinator of The Patient Approach Cancer & Wellness Centre. The idea for the centre came from her own lived experience navigating the healthcare system, where she saw just how overwhelming and fragmented support can feel once you leave the hospital. Steph’s journey was very similar, which is what brought them together to create something different.

Together, they are passionate about building a warm, welcoming space where patients feel truly seen, supported and never alone. By bringing services together under one roof, their goal is to make care simpler, more connected and centred around what people truly need during challenging times.

Steph is the Co-Founder and Care Coordinator of The Patient Approach Cancer & Wellness Centre. The centre was born from her own lived experience navigating the healthcare system, where she saw first hand how overwhelming and fragmented support can feel beyond the hospital setting.

Steph is deeply passionate about creating a space that feels genuinely supportive, calm and connected—where patients feel heard, understood and guided every step of the way. Her focus is on helping people navigate their journey with greater ease, ensuring they feel supported not just clinically, but as a whole person.

 Nicholas Reid is part of The Patient Approach Cancer & Wellness Centre, supporting patients with movement, strength and physical recovery through all stages of their health journey. With a strong focus on individualised, evidence-based care, Nicholas works with patients during treatment, recovery and beyond to help improve function, reduce pain and restore confidence. As part of our multidisciplinary team, he is passionate about delivering coordinated, patient-centred care that supports overall wellbeing and quality of life. 

Kimberley Davis is part of The Patient Approach Cancer & Wellness Centre, supporting patients with personalised, evidence-based nutrition care across all stages of their health journey.

She is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist, registered with Dietitians Australia, and holds a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) from QUT.

Kimberley is passionate about helping people build a positive relationship with food—supporting patients to nourish their bodies in a way that feels realistic, enjoyable and sustainable. She takes an individualised approach, tailoring her care to each person’s lifestyle, goals and medical needs.

Her experience spans a wide range of areas including oncology nutrition, gastrointestinal conditions, diabetes, cardiovascular health, bariatric support, malnutrition, osteoporosis, women’s health and childhood nutrition, with a special interest in food psychology.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, Kimberley works collaboratively to support patients through treatment, recovery and beyond—helping them feel confident, supported and empowered in their nutrition.

Dr Sarah Young is part of The Patient Approach Cancer & Wellness Centre, supporting patients with mobility, comfort and musculoskeletal health across all stages of their health journey.

Sarah brings a calm, patient-centred approach to care, focusing on gentle, tailored treatment to help reduce muscle tension, improve movement and support the body through changes such as fatigue, postural strain and reduced function.

She works with individuals undergoing cancer treatment, in recovery and survivorship, as well as carers and family members who are often physically and emotionally impacted. Sarah takes an individualised approach, meeting each person where they are and creating a supportive environment where patients feel heard, understood and safe.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, Sarah works collaboratively with other practitioners to ensure care is coordinated and aligned with each patient’s needs—helping patients move more comfortably and maintain quality of life.

Helen Chamberlain is part of The Patient Approach Cancer & Wellness Centre, specialising in lymphoedema, lipoedema and scar management. With extensive experience in supporting individuals living with swelling, pain and the long-term impacts of treatment or surgery, Helen brings a deeply compassionate and understanding approach to care.

She is passionate about helping patients feel seen, heard and supported, particularly those who may have spent years searching for answers. Helen provides tailored, practical support including compression garment guidance, symptom management and strategies to improve comfort, function and quality of life.

As part of our multidisciplinary team, Helen works closely with other practitioners to ensure care is coordinated, gentle and aligned with each individual’s journey—creating a safe space where patients can move forward with confidence.

Mizuki (Miz) Keen is part of The Patient Approach Cancer & Wellness Centre, supporting patients with specialised, gentle bodywork to improve comfort, mobility and overall wellbeing throughout treatment, recovery and beyond.

Miz is an oncology-trained remedial massage therapist with expertise in oncology massage, manual lymphatic drainage and scar therapy. She is also an accredited lymphoedema practitioner, providing gold standard care for lymphoedema and lipoedema, as well as support pre- and post-surgery.

Originally a nurse in Japan, working across NICU and paediatric settings, Miz brings a deeply compassionate, whole-person approach to her care. She combines a range of techniques including myofascial release, soft tissue therapy and muscle activation to tailor each treatment to the individual.

Miz is passionate about reducing pain, supporting the body through change, and helping patients feel more comfortable, supported and at ease, no matter where they are in their health journey.

Kylie is part of The Patient Approach Cancer & Wellness Centre, supporting patients through reflexology to promote relaxation, balance and overall wellbeing throughout their health journey.

With a gentle, holistic approach, Kylie focuses on reducing stress, easing tension and supporting the body’s natural healing processes. Reflexology works by applying pressure to specific points on the feet and hands that correspond to different areas of the body, helping to improve circulation and restore balance. 

Kylie is passionate about creating a calm, nurturing space where patients can unwind, feel supported and reconnect with their bodies—complementing care alongside other services within the centre.

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Parisa Sekhavati is an accredited practising dietitian committed to promoting health and wellness through personalised nutrition counselling and education. With a strong background in evidence-based practice and exceptional food literacy, she empowers her clients to make informed dietary choices based on their unique needs, preferences and circumstances.

She has honed her skills in diverse settings, providing nutrition therapy for various health conditions, from Diabetes, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Heart conditions, Fatty Liver & Renal Failure.

Corey is part of The Patient Approach Cancer & Wellness Centre, providing highly specialised speech pathology support exclusively for individuals navigating cancer.

A Certified Practising Speech Pathologist and member of Speech Pathology Australia, Corey has extensive clinical expertise across radiation oncology, medical oncology, laryngectomy and palliative care, with advanced skills in dysphagia (swallowing) management. He supports patients experiencing challenges with swallowing, speech, voice, cognitive communication and language as a result of cancer and its treatment.

Within the centre, Corey offers a consultative, oncology-focused service, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure care is aligned, practical and tailored to each patient—supporting safety, function and quality of life throughout their cancer journey.

Karen is part of The Patient Approach Cancer & Wellness Centre, providing compassionate counselling and social work support to individuals and families navigating complex and often challenging life experiences.

An Accredited Social Worker, Karen holds a Master of Social Work, Master of Mental Health Practice and a Bachelor of Human Services (Counselling – Child & Family). She brings a gentle, empathetic and non-judgemental approach, creating a safe space where patients feel supported, heard and understood.

Karen has a special interest in grief and loss, supporting carers, and navigating life transitions. Having been a carer herself, she deeply understands the emotional impact that can come with diagnosis, treatment and end-of-life journeys. She is passionate about supporting individuals and families from diagnosis through to end-of-life and beyond.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, Karen works in a way that is flexible and client-centred, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches to support each person’s unique needs.

 Katrina is part of The Patient Approach Cancer & Wellness Centre, providing compassionate, evidence-based psychological support to individuals navigating cancer and complex life challenges. She works alongside patients to support emotional wellbeing, helping them manage anxiety, adjustment and uncertainty, while building coping strategies and resilience. Katrina offers a warm, supportive space where individuals feel heard, understood and supported throughout their journey.