Simone Maher

Director & Senior Physiotherapist

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Hello, I’m Simone! I’m a physiotherapist with over 15 years’ experience working with babies, children, and families. While I’ve supported children across many areas of paediatrics, my greatest passion is helping infants and young children under the age of five develop the strong foundations they need for movement and wellbeing.

I’ve worked in leading hospital settings, including the Royal Children’s Hospital and Monash Children’s Hospital, and I am currently the senior physiotherapist in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at The Mercy Hospital for Women. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of how to best support children with a wide range of needs.

I love offering therapy in the places where children feel most comfortable—whether at home, in childcare, kinder, school, playgrounds, or at my clinic. Working in natural environments makes learning and development meaningful, enjoyable, and effective.

When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me outdoors with my partner and our three energetic boys, or enjoying some quiet time with a good book.

  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy - La Trobe University 2007

    Graduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Paediatrics) - University of Melbourne 2010

    Specialist Certificate in Paediatric Orthopaedic Physiotherapy - University of Melbourne 2014

    Prechtl’s General Movement Assessment (Advanced certification)

    Hammersmith Infant Neurological Examination (HINE)

    Hand Assessment for Infants (HAI)

    Newborn Behavioural Observation (NBO)

    Neurological Sensory Motor Developmental Assessment (NDMDA)

    Alberta Infant Motor Scales (AIMS)

    NISE Spinal Stimulation

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Testimonials

  • I came to see Simone with my 18 month old who I was told by another Physio had a gross motor delay After careful evaluation and what seemed like playtime Simone has given me tips and exercises that helped him not only achieve his milestones but flourish well above what was expected of him at that age. I found Simone very thorough and professional. She explained everything very clearly and gave me an opportunity to ask as many questions as I had. Most importantly my little boy loved playing with her and felt immediately at ease. I have no issues with recommending her to anyone.

    Beata Chtabinskaia

  • I really appreciated how thorough doctor Simone was. She asked a lot of questions, played with my child and tried to see how she moves from different angles. She assessed her hips and knees, compared the hip rotation on both sides, examined her motor skills etc. We left with a plan and list of exercises to do at home. I am very happy with the service provided.

    Oksana Collas

  • We can't recommend Simone at Melbourne Baby and Children's Physiotherapy enough. She was so professional and friendly, offering a warm nurturing environment in her space. Thank you for seeing us at short notice and providing the peace of mind we needed and expert advice. We highly recommend Simone at Melbourne Baby and Children's Physiotherapy.

    Jessica Szalc

 
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Location

My clinic is located in Brighton and I offer community visits to the following suburbs:

  • City of Bayside - Brighton, Brighton East, Hampton, Hampton East, Sandringham, Black Rock, Beaumaris

  • City of Port Phillip - Elwood, St Kilda, St Kilda East, Middle Park, Albert Park

  • City of Glen Eira - Elsternwick, Caulfield, Caulfield South, Ormond Bentleigh, Bentleigh East, Gardenvale, Glen Huntley, McKinnon, Murrumbeena,

  • City of Kingston - Highett, Moorabbin, Mentone, Cheltenham,

I may be able to provide services outside our catchment area by prior arrangement. Please contact me via email to discuss.

Clinic runs on Friday and is co-located with Brighton Physiotherapy and Pilates at Suite 12, 75-79 Bay Street, Brighton.

Home/community visits are offered on a Monday.

Contact Me

Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Paediatric Physiotherapists are movement, posture and motor skill specialists.

    We are experts at understanding child and motor development and can assess, diagnose and treat a variety of childhood conditions.

  • We see babies and children for many reasons.

    For example, it could be parental concern; advice from another health professional such as GP/MCHN/Paediatrician; identified delay in motor skills; movement or postural concern; diagnosed condition.

    You do not need a referral to see a Paediatric Physiotherapist.

  • Paediatric Physiotherapists use a variety of skills and techniques. Play and learning is a key component of any treatment. We aim for your child to have fun while delivering evidence based therapy.

    We support, coach and empower families.

    Activities we work on are task-specific and goal directed to promote motor skill development which focuses on the participation of your child within the context of family and community life.

    Sessions can be at home, at kinder or childcare, at school or in the wider community such as local park, playground or pool.