About Us
Our Purpose
Cameron Wellness Centre is a unique and progressive Supply Nation registered and NDIS registered provider focused on providing comprehensive therapeutic services to people throughout Victoria and Darwin. As a First Nations-owned business, Cameron Wellness Centre is passionate about working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, and they warmly welcome people from all backgrounds, including people who speak English as a second language. Cameron Wellness Centre celebrates diversity and strives for inclusivity and fairness in all operations.
Our Values
Family
Community
Trust
Respect
Our Core Objectives
- Bridging the gap between the quality of services that Indigenous Australians receive and what they deserve
- Providing therapeutics supports and social community supports to people of all walks of life
- Creating a safe space for people to feel included, understood, supported and heard
- Helping people in a manner that respects their culture
- Collectively building inclusion and positive outcomes for Indigenous people through NDIS
Our Team

REECE DUMBELL
Director, Co-Founder
Reece a Jupagalk Minang man living on Wadawurrung country is the co-founder of Cameron Wellness Centre and Occupational Therapy Advisory Board Member at Deakin University. Being involved in the Health & Fitness industry for over a decade, he understands the benefits of keeping your body and mind active to ensure a fuller quality of life. Reece along with Dean Sardellis established Cameron Wellness Centre for the purpose to not only help our Indigenous community, but all NDIS participants achieve their goals. Reece can be found at most Geelong Cats home games or spending quality time with his family.

DEAN SARDELLIS
Director, Co-Founder
Dean is the co-founder of Cameron Wellness Centre and is passionate all things NDIS and the Disability sector. He understands all sides of the NDIS by being a carer for his son, John. Dean’s passion coupled with his real-life experience motivated him to help create Cameron Wellness Centre and its ideologies. Dean is a Chartered Accountant with over 15 years’ experience across diverse industries. On the weekend you can catch Dean supporting the Melbourne Demons and spending time with his family.

MERVIN MEMPIN
Business Strategy & Relationship Manager
Mervin is a passionate and energetic individual with a background in Physiotherapy. As the Strategy & Organisational Lead, he is responsible for the design, coordination and oversees execution of the organisational strategy. Mervin specialises in strengthening Cameron Wellness Centre’s Employee Value Proposition to ensure continuous improvement and best practice across all operations. Mervin is a people person who enjoys building relationships, leading teams, and providing excellent customer service to stakeholders. Mervin enjoys a good coffee, taking his Ducati Panigale to the track and most of all loves spending time with his family.

NADINE TOIC
State Manager (VIC/NT)
Throughout her career as an Occupational Therapist, Nadine has dedicated herself towards being a compassionate, helpful, and understanding clinician and leader; with a key interest in providing evidence and strength-based practice. Nadine has extensive experience working within the NDIS, particularly with supporting all individuals across the lifespan from various backgrounds and capabilities. Nadine joins the Cameron Wellness Centre team as the Victoria State Manager, not only supporting participants but her team alike to grow as clinicians and future leaders.

CLAUDIA HEDBERG
Deputy State Manager (VIC)
Claudia has completed her Occupational Therapy degree in NSW before moving to the United Kingdom to gain experience as an OT in an international setting – which included adults, rehabilitation and undertaking disability assessments. Upon returning to Australia, Claudia has worked in the disability sector (adults and children) for the last 7 years. She now has a passion for working with children and helping them learn and setting them up to be independent and successful. For the last 4 years Claudia has been a Team Leader in Paediatric Occupational Therapy, passing on her knowledge to new therapists and providing training and support. In her spare time, Claudia enjoys going out for brunch with friends, exploring new restaurants and cafes as well as spending time with her pets.

ANN JANDAYAN
Clinical Manager, Occupational Therapist
Ann started her Occupational Therapy career in the Philippines in 2001 and came to Australia in 2004. She then completed her Master’s in Occupational Therapy Practice at La Trobe University in 2006. Ann has experience in providing adult-specific OT interventions in areas of complex assistive technology, home modifications, life skills training and complex behaviour interventions. She has worked in community settings most of her career working in the Aged Care, DVA, and the disability sector. Ann has been working within the NDIS space since its first roll out in western regional Victoria and metro suburbs of Melbourne. Her passion lies in providing good quality person-centred care to her clients and always striving for good quality outcomes. Ann is also a busy mother of two and enjoys gardening, baking, and going on nature walks along with her family and their dog Jessie.

JENNA ROWLES
Clinical Manager, Occupational Therapist
Jenna has been working as a NDIS Community OT for over 2 and a half years and prior to this in Occupational Health and Rehabilitation settings. Jenna enjoys working with participants who present with a range of health conditions across all age ranges, with a key interest in psychosocial and behavioural interventions in youth and young adults, supporting these participants to get the most out of their day and skill build for greater levels of daily independence. Jenna’s broader skills include adult and paediatric functional assessment, assistive technology, psychosocial, cognitive and neurological assessment, and paediatric therapy. Jenna enjoys taking her dog Bentley out for long walks, hikes, to doggo play dates and brunch.

GORDANA STOJANOSKA
Administration Manager
Gordana is the Administration Manager for the Melbourne region with an educational background in business management and accounting with over two decades of experience in administration and management. Gordana is passionate about achieving values-aligned work and being part of a team that is having a positive influence on the lives of people in the community. In her spare time Gordana likes to spend time with her family and friends. She also likes gardening, going on long walks and keeping busy with home improvement projects.

LAURA
Administration Assistant
Laura absolutely lives for and adores her 6yr old son Alexander. Alex is diagnosed with ASD level 2 and although going through the process was difficult, it has given her such amazing insight to the world of additional needs caring. Laura prides on being a well-organised and dedicated office, personal and executive assistant with over 15 years’ experience in customer service. Laura is a committed, highly self-motivated and educated individual with vast experience in communication and organisational roles.

COURTNEY TOWNER
Administration Assistant
Courtney is a passionate mum of 3 who has navigated the NDIS system both personally and professionally. She has a strong passion for supporting individuals and families to understand the NDIS and provide exceptional customer service. Courtney strives to always apply a person-centered approach and is dedicated to continuing personal and professional growth.

PRAVAHITHA PALERU
Administration Assistant
Pravahitha is a Dentist turned Administration who brings a unique blend of skills and experience. She is open to facing new challenges and constantly seeking out new opportunities and different experiences. A strong work ethic and willingness to learn make Pravahitha a valuable asset to our team.

JESSICA BROWN
Senior Speech Pathologist/Team Leader
Jessica is a paediatric Speech Pathologist who has worked within the NDIS space for 3 years providing intervention across a range of areas including; social skills, speech and language, literacy and AAC. Jessica is particularly passionate about working with First Nations clients and their families, ensuring that they have the opportunity to receive culturally appropriate and meaningful therapy. Jessica loves continuously learning from her clients and feel as though they often teach her just as much as she teaches them! Jessica’s favourite thing about her role is being able to celebrate client wins with families/caregivers and watch their confidence grow.

MELINDA HOLLAND
Senior Speech Pathologist/Team Leader
As a Speech Pathologist and proud Wiradjuri woman, Mel feels grateful to support people to develop and achieve their goals, whether that be to learn a new skill, or to develop strategies to maintain quality of life. Mel has a resourceful, flexible, creative approach that participants respond to positively. Mel enjoys supporting teenagers through to older adults in the areas of social skills, safe and enjoyable mealtimes, supporting people living with degenerative diseases or rehabilitating from injury. Mel looks forward to finding out what is important to you and working together to make it happen. Mel has an extensive work history of helping others, time management, problem solving, planning, resource development and relationship building.

ASHLEIGH TROLLOPE
Senior Speech Pathologist
Ashleigh is an experienced speech pathologist who is passionate about supporting children and families. Ashleigh has worked across a wide range of health care settings, including private practice, community health, Autism Assessment Clinics and inpatient/outpatient hospital care. Ashleigh uses a functional, collaborative, and fun approach in her assessment and therapy sessions. She believes that engaging and empowering parents & caregivers is key to achieving family centred goals.

KATRINA JAP
Speech Pathologist
Katrina is a speech pathologist who has been working in the NDIS space for the past year, with clients of all ages. She has delivered intervention across areas including AAC, social skills, literacy, speech and language. She is passionate about learning from her clients to create meaningful goals and understands the importance of building strong therapeutic relationships with her clients and their families. Katrina’s favourite thing about her role is getting the opportunity to meet people from all walks of life and celebrate what makes them unique.

ERIN WOODHEAD
Speech Pathologist
Erin is a paediatric Speech Pathologist who has worked within the NDIS space for over a year. Erin is passionate about working with families to support early language development, literacy, and speech development. Erin values building positive relationships with clients and families to create meaningful goals and to make therapy fun.

ALICE GIFFARD
Speech Pathologist
Alice has worked with children in the NDIS space for over 18 months, providing intervention across a range of areas including early language development, literacy, AAC, and speech sounds. She is particularly passionate about working with parents/caregivers, educators, and other healthcare providers to create a holistic, strengths-based approach to therapy. Alice’s favourite thing about being a Speechie is delivering meaningful, fun therapy to guide clients and their families/caregivers towards their goals.

RUSSELL FLEMING
Speech Pathologist
Russell enjoys seeing the people around him thrive, so as a Speech Pathologist he wants to support others to achieve meaningful improvements in their own lives – whether that be in the areas of swallowing, voice, or speech and language. Russell’s hope is that his work will empower people to eventually be able to give their support in kind to others. He approaches learning new things with enthusiasm and curiosity. Russell appreciates that we all have different skills and knowledge, and will always try to foster an empathetic, non-judgemental space. Russell is most looking forward to working with adolescents and adults in the areas of voice and swallowing.

JASMINE ROBERTS
Speech Pathologist
Jasmine has worked with children in both the NDIS and private space and is passionate about helping children develop their literacy, language and social skills, as well as speech sounds. Jasmine is specially trained in Sounds Write for literacy and Lidcombe Therapy for stuttering. As a proudly neurodivergent clinician, Jasmine is deeply committed to empowering and advocating her clients and their families. She employs neuroaffirming practices and integrates her lived experience to ensure compassionate and effective care.

JACQUI BOYD
Senior Occupational Therapist/Team Leader
Jacqui is a Senior Occupational Therapist with 5 years clinical experience and 4 years’ experience working in the NDIS space. Jacqui is a generalist OT that has experience in a range of areas including complex assistive technology, home modifications, behavioural intervention, psychosocial health, and NDIS housing options. Jacqui provides support to participants of all ages and diagnosis to build capacity in line with their goals.

KATE YOUNG
Senior Occupational Therapist/Team Leader
In the world of NDIS, Kate relishes her role as an OT generalist, working across the diverse spectrum of life. Kate aims to uplift participants’ quality of life, recognising the multitude of unique pathways to achieve this. Kate’s therapeutic approach is marked by collaboration and openness, ensuring a person-centred journey for each participant. She enjoys working towards the life goals that lead to greater participation and independence. In her own time, Kate enjoys finding a new op shop, gallery, or riverside town to explore and is always open to hearing about a recommendation for new places to adventure to.

MEG FLAHERTY
Senior Occupational Therapist/Team Leader
Meg is an Occupational Therapist with experience working within the NDIS space over the last 2 years. Meg has experience working with participants across the lifespan to support them to participate in meaningful occupations. Meg has a special interest in working with young children and their families, supporting them to achieve their goals and participate in activities of enjoyment. Outside of work, Meg enjoys spending time at the beach and walking her dog Ted.

FELICIA KAPELERI
Senior Occupational Therapist
Felicia is an Occupational Therapist with experience working with individuals of all age groups. Within the past 3 years, Felicia has had experience working within the community, acute and subacute settings. Felicia aims to work collaboratively with her participants to achieve the best outcomes and support them in reaching their fullest potential. In her free time, Felicia loves to spend time with her friends and family and try new restaurants.

ANNABELLE HARRINGTON-JOHNSON
Senior Occupational Therapist
Annabelle has been working as an Occupational Therapist in the NDIS space for over three years. She is passionate about working with adult clients to support them to improve their independence and complete activities that are meaningful for them. Annabelle loves getting to know her clients and find solutions that are specific to them and their goals. Annabelle specialises in areas such as functional capacity assessments, assistive technology, home modifications and NDIS housing options.

MICOLE GOH
Senior Occupational Therapist
Micole is a Senior Occupational Therapist dedicated to enhancing clients’ functional capacity and overall well-being through comprehensive assessment and tailored intervention services. She has experience working with diverse populations and settings such as in acute/subacute hospitals, clinic and home care. Micole has a passion to help individuals maximize their independence and quality of life. As a bilingual therapist fluent in both English and Mandarin, Micole offers enhanced accessibility and cultural competence to clients from diverse backgrounds. Her mission as an occupational therapist is to empower her clients to overcome obstacles and thrive in their daily lives. Micole enjoys cooking and baking, being a participant for indoor spin classes.

EMMA DONNELLY
Senior Occupational Therapist
Emma has been an Occupational Therapist for 8 years working within the NDIS and Occupational Rehabilitation sectors. She is passionate about using a client and family-centred approach to therapy to support individuals reach their goals and maximise their quality of life. Emma supports participants across the lifespan and has a special interest in working with children to reach their fullest potential. Particularly in supporting child development within areas of play, sensory processing, and social-emotional growth. Outside of work Emma enjoys exploring the Surf Coast with her family, being at the beach, traveling with family and friends and when she is not eating chocolate, going to the gym.

DANNIELLE SMITH
Occupational Therapist
Dannielle originally studied her Bachelors in Biomedical Science, however found her calling and studied a Masters of Occupational Therapy Practice. Some things that Dannielle loves about being an Occupational Therapist are constantly learning and growing, making new connections, and seeing the joy in participants and their family’s faces when they achieve a goal (big or small). Dannielle absolutely loves working with kids of all ages, and values taking a collaborative approach with their family to make sure we see the best outcomes. If you get to meet Dannielle, you’ll see that she is a colourful and approachable person who is open to chat. Outside of work, Dannielle loves to spend time with family, soak up some sun, and bake yummy treats!

KHUE NGUYEN
Occupational Therapist
Khue is a dedicated Occupational Therapist with a passion for empowering adults to increase their independence and reach their personal goals. With a strong commitment to community-based practice, she thrives on building lasting relationships with her participants. Khue’s values of helping others align deeply with the core principles of Occupational Therapy, bringing her daily fulfillment in her role. She is excited to continue learning and refining her skills to provide exceptional support to those she serves.
