• Adaptive Special Needs Fitness Training Master

• Adaptive Special Needs Trainer Level 1 & 2

• Adaptive Special Needs Nutrition Coach

• Adaptive Special Needs Life Skills Instructor

• Adaptive Special Needs Group Instructor

• Cert III & IV Personal Training

• Diploma in Sport Nutrition

• Blue Card

• First Aid / CPR

Born in Argentina and migrated to Australia when I was 17 years old in 2006.

Living with ASD Level 1, depression, anxiety and PTSD, in 2007 I started going to the gym, and that changed my life!!! It not only allowed me to lower my anxiety levels and clear my mind, it also taught me that with hard work, discipline, dedication and perseverance you can achieve any goal you set for yourself. So I started working as a Personal Trainer in 2009 to be able to help others find happiness, feel better and healthier.

In 2014 I challenged myself and I competed for the first time in Natural Bodybuilding and placed in the top 5. As of that moment, I kept setting bigger goals for myself and I continued competing and striving to bring a better package each time I jumped on stage.

I achieved a lot of goals in this sport, and it makes me very proud. I got sponsored, I took my physique to the next level and not only I got to travel the country and the world but I also achieved a state title and National title in 2014, got awarded a Professional Status and World title in 2015 and Universe title in 2019, getting awarded a Dual Professional Status.  I'm now an INBA/PNBA International Judge, Posing instructor and one of the very few Elite Pro Athletes with a Dual Professional status.

Today, I have become a successful and inspiring person, a role model for many, and most of all, a humble person always doing everything I can to help others. I’m a Mental Health Awareness ambassador, I’ve done modelling, public speeches and wrote a book in hope that my life journey can help someone else believe that even when you find yourself in the darkest hole, you’re not alone, and the sun does always shine again.

I’ve been a coach since 2009 and I’ve helped hundreds of people transform their bodies, performance and mental and physical health through customised and scientifically proven coaching techniques.

I use my knowledge, expertise and experience both as a coach and Pro Athlete to have the most positive impact that I can have on the lives of the people that I work with; helping them become the healthiest, happiest, highest performing version of themselves, and this goes way beyond helping people look the best they ever have.

I love working with people and being a coach. I coach the person not just the goal. By getting to know my clients as well as I can, I am able to provide the right support and environment to enable them to be successful with their goals.

• Bachelor of Psychological Science

• Graduate Diploma of Psychology

• Masters of Professional Psychology

• Blue Card

• Yellow Card

Maria is a registered Psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults with special needs, mental illnesses and trauma.

Maria believes that therapy doesn't have to be boring. Learning about ourselves, our emotions and our rollercoaster lives can be done whilst having fun. This is why, she strives to create a nurturing and fun environment where clients can feel safe and supported.

Maria loves having the opportunity to guide individuals through this journey. Maria utilises a range of therapeutic styles including client centered therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), mindfulness and play therapy.

• Bachelor of Psychological Science

• Graduate Diploma of Psychology

• Masters of Professional Psychology

• Yellow Card

• Blue Card

Morgan provides a safe and validating environment to children, adolescents and adults with a broad range of presentations, including: Depression, Anxiety, trauma, PTSD, Autism, ADHD, adjustment, parental burnout and low self-esteem. Morgan strives to create a comfortable and welcoming environment to ensure all clients feel at home and can safely begin their journey to better understand themselves.

Morgan utilises a person-centered and strengths based approach whilst tailoring the treatment to the unique needs of the individual. Morgan uses evidence based psychological approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Reminiscence Therapy, Play Therapy and Mindfulness. Morgan also engages in counselling.

It can be difficult knowing when or how to reach out, and finding a psychologist that works with you can be like finding the right shoe - it may take a few goes! At Living Dreams Disability Services, Morgan can warmly help with beginning or continuing your wellbeing journey.

• APD

• DE

• Master of Nutrition and Dietetics

• Bachelor of Science (Nutrition)

• Post Grad Certificate in Diabetes Education and Management

• Blue Card

• Yellow Card

Sonia is an experienced Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD); and has completed further training in Diabetes Education and Management and is also an Accredited Optifast Health Professional.

Sonia has worked with a wide range of clients and conditions with experience in disability, mental health, weight loss, Pre-diabetes, diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, diabetes in pregnancy and diabetes remission), PCOS, bone health, hypertension, and heart disease.

Sonia also has published research in the areas of Adolescent Eating Disorders, Enteral Nutrition as well as in diabetes and heart disease management.

Sonia’s knowledge and expertise working in the hospital sector and private practice will make a positive difference and help our clients immensely to improve their overall health and wellbeing using evidenced based tailored programs; and assist with the prevention and/or management of health conditions.

• Cert III & IV Personal Training

• Boxing skills and fitness

• Pre-post natal

• First Aid / CPR

• Blue Card

• Yellow Card

Emily has experience in supporting clients from all walks of life and helping them not only lose weight, gain strength, become more functional in the gym but also increase confidence, self-esteem and independence. She uses various forms of training such as weight training, HIIT, and boxing.

Emily grew up with a hearing impaired father and is fluent in AUSLAN. She is a big believer that fitness is for everyone, including those who are deaf and mute. She understands the unique needs of the deaf and mute community and is dedicated to helping them achieve their fitness goals.

Her expertise in Auslan ensures that communication is never a barrier to achieving your fitness goals.

She always puts the client first and listens to their goals and needs with great care and empathy. Emily feels that she has more to give to clientele who may benefit from having a trainer who is fluent in AUSLAN.

• Diploma in Arts (fine arts)

• Art Teacher

• Blue Card

• Yellow Card

• Bachelor of Physical Therapy

• Australian Physiotherapy Association membership

• APA spinal physiotherapy Part A(cervical)

• Mulligan concept upper quadrant

• Craniosacral Osteopathic Manipulation

• Visceral Osteopathic manipulation

• Managing low back pain (Manual Concept)

• Spine Physiotherapy Specialist Certificate

• Blue Card

Mo has more than 10 years of experience as a physiotherapist. He is a strong believer in lifelong learning which led him to further his training in Manual therapy. Mo’s experience includes working in private practice where he gained vast knowledge in treating Musculoskeletal and sports injuries.

Mo has undertaken post-graduate training on Visceral and craniosacral osteopathic manipulation. Mo worked in a rehabilitation resort overseas, where he learned the importance of offering ongoing rehabilitation to all patients.

Mo’s assessment and treatment philosophy includes involving patient goal setting and developing a treatment plan based on what you want to achieve. He incorporates manual hands-on therapy, and therapeutic exercises and ensures patients understand their condition and expectations to get them moving again.