Meet Our Team

As a business our philosophy is simple. 

“No two people are the same which is why I search far and wide to build a team that creates a synergy between clients & support staff so we can deliver the best outcome for you”. 

“As a Behavioural Practitioner, with lived experience in disability, I want to build a team of committed individuals that can deliver on the core principles of the NDIS”.

Crystel Murphy – Founder & Director

At Crystel Care, we are proud to have an extraordinary team of highly skilled professionals dedicated to providing the best possible care and support. Our team includes expert Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Developmental Educators, Social Workers, and Behaviour Support Practitioners. Each member of our team brings a wealth of experience, specialized knowledge, and a passion for improving the lives of individuals with disabilities.

Together, we strive to create a comprehensive, person-centered approach to care, ensuring that each individual receives tailored support to meet their unique needs. At Crystel Care, you can trust that you are in the hands of dedicated professionals committed to making a positive difference in your life

Crystel Director

Crystel

Managing Director

As the Director of Crystel Care, I am passionate about our clients, staff and the services we deliver. I continually strive to provide high-quality support within a strong cohesive team environment. My other passions are being an avid and continual lifelong learner, sport, exercise and above all, my family including…
Tracey - Executive Assistant

Tracey

Chief Operations Officer

As Chief Operations Officer, Crystel Care my priority is to ensure our clients and stakeholders are provided the most professional administrative support available. I work behind the scenes to ensure the smooth and efficient running of Crystel Care and our amazing team and clients. My passion is creating and maintaining…

Positive Behavioural Support and Developmental Education Team

Our Behaviour Support Practitioners can assess the influences on a person’s behaviour, and design interventions and strategies to both increase a person’s quality of life and reduce challenging behaviours.

Practitioners are engaged across disability and community services, home environments and school settings and can assist in the development of NDIS Positive Behavioural Support Plans.

Briony - Assistant Lead Behaviour Support Practitioner / Developmental Educator

Briony

Lead Behaviour Support Practitioner / Developmental Educator

Briony holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Disability Studies and a Graduate Certificate in PBS as well as being a Developmental Educator and Behaviour Support Practitioner who works to support people with disabilities in the community, home, school, and work environments. She is committed to advocating for inclusion, neurodiversity,…
Anthony - Assistant Lead Behaviour Support Practitioner (Wellbeing Lead)

Anthony

Assistant Lead Behaviour Support Practitioner (Wellbeing Lead)

Anthony holds a Master of Education (Cognitive & Educational Practice) and a Bachelor of Education (Special Education & General Primary). He is also a registered NDIS PBS Practitioner. Anthony is highly experienced in providing comprehensive and personalised behaviour support services to individuals with disabilities as well as their support network….
Daniel - Behaviour Support Practitioner / Social Worker

Daniel

Assistant Lead Behaviour Support Practitioner / Social Worker

Daniel holds a Master of Social Work and AASW. He is a passionate Social Worker and Behaviour Support Practitioner with a background in allied health, disability, mental health, children, and youth services. Extensive experience in case management, counselling, person centred care, and group therapy. Works well with families, co-workers, and…
Tania - Behaviour Support Practitioner

Tania

Behaviour Support Practitioner – Mount Gambier

Tania has worked in the disability sector for over 20 years beginning as a support worker and gaining the skills to work in Positive Behaviour Support. Tania holds a Diploma in Case Management, Diploma in Children’s Service and is always looking to further her study and looking at enrolling in…
Martina - Behaviour Support Practitioner / Social Worker / Minecraft Therapy

Martina

Behaviour Support Practitioner / Social Worker / Minecraft Therapy

Martina holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychological Science And a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychology. She also has a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. Prior to working as a Behaviour Support Practitioner, she worked as an Individual Social Support with children with disabilities, where she observed and assessed…
Sandy - Behaviour Support Practitioner

Sandy

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Sandy has qualifications in Social Work, Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Youth in addition to extensive experience within the NDIS sector. As a qualified Behaviour Support Practitioner Sandy is passionate about working alongside First Nations people and those with psychosocial disabilities, and believe that no one should just survive but thrive,…
Isaac - Behaviour Support Practitioner

Isaac

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Isaac holds a Bachelor of Psychology and is a Behaviour Support Practitioner with lifelong experience in the disability sector. Isaac has experience with and enjoys working with a wide range of individuals across all age groups, including physical, intellectual, and psychosocial disabilities. Isaac seeks to take a holistic and person-centered…
Dianne - Behaviour Support Practitioner / Minecraft Therapy

Diane

Behaviour Support Practitioner / Minecraft Therapy

Diane is a highly motivated Behaviour Support Practitioner with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with full registration as a Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Association member. Additionally, she has completed the longitudinal practicum training of ‘Assessment and Analysis of Severe and Challenging Behaviours’ with the Institute of Applied Behaviour Analysis. She…
Marko - Behaviour Support Practitioner / Minecraft Therapy

Marko

Behaviour Support Practitioner / Minecraft Therapy

Marko holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and is a registered Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner who is highly experienced. Marko is highly experienced in providing comprehensive and personalised behaviour support services to individuals with disabilities as well as their support network. He takes a person centered approach and likes to…
Tilly - Behaviour Support Practitioner / Developmental Educator

Tilly

Developmental Educator

Tilly has a Bachelor of Disability and Developmental Education from Flinders University and is a registered Developmental Educator (DE). Tilly works in the Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley and Northern Suburbs of Adelaide. Tilly works with children and young adults from pre-diagnoses (including early intervention), through the diagnostic process (if relevant)…
Muhammad - Behaviour Support Practitioner / Developmental Educator

Muhammad

Behaviour Support Practitioner / Developmental Educator

Muhammad is a Bachelor & Masters Qualified PBS Practitioner and registered Developmental Educator as well as a PBS Practitioner within the disability sector. He is experienced in identifying restrictive practices, conducting functional behavioural assessments, and developing and implementing behaviour support plans. As a Developmental Educator, he promotes the physical and…

Bec

Behaviour Support Practitioner – Mount Gambier

Bec is a Behaviour Support Practitioner covering the Southeast of South Australia. Bec has worked in the disability, palliative, and paediatric space for 18 years. Bec enjoys working with people from across the lifespan; helping to form the foundations for the little people, helping to reset or navigate through the…
Beca - Behaviour Support Practitioner

Beca

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Beca is a warm and experienced registered Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner, committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families. With a strong background in disability and behaviour support, she brings a person-centred, holistic approach. Beca has a particular passion for working with young people,…
Jaswinder - Behaviour Support Practitioner

Jaswinder

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Jaswinder Kaur holds a Bachelor of Social Work and is a Professional Member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). She is a dedicated Behaviour Support Practitioner with experience in disability services, aged care, and mental health, specializing in person-centred and trauma-informed approaches. Her expertise includes developing and implementing…
Aman - Behaviour Support Practitioner

Aman

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Aman has over five years of experience in mental health and holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science from the University of Adelaide. Aman is committed to delivering person-centred support that combines compassion, human connection, and practical, evidence-based strategies. He has worked closely with clients from diverse backgrounds, including those with…
Emily - Behaviour Support Practitioner

Emily

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Hi, I’m Emily Pennell. After serving as a police officer, I’ve spent over 12 years working in the disability sector, gaining extensive experience in various roles. I’ve worked as an assessor for government disability wage support, worked with the Deaf community as a support coordinator, and worked privately as a…

Occupational Therapy Team

Our Occupational Therapists (OT’s) focus on promoting health and wellbeing by enabling people to participate in the everyday activities such as self-care, preparing food, learning, working and building capacity to access the community. 

OT’s play a crucial role in enabling people with disability to identify and implement strategies which activity and home/work modifications.

Janice - Lead Occupational Therapist

Janice

Lead Occupational Therapist

Janice has over 10 years of clinical and leadership experience and has a special interest in mood and anxiety disorders. She is well-versed in mental health assessments and intervention, stroke and upper limb rehabilitation, equipment prescription and home modification. She has worked in a range of settings and with different…
Enid - Occupational Therapist

Enid

Assistant Lead Occupational Therapist

Enid is a highly experienced Occupational Therapist with Paediatrics focused with over 13 years of experience in hospital settings. She mainly specialises in paediatrics, mental health and adults with intellectual disabilities. She holds a certification of sensory integration and Master of Counselling, she is extremely competent in providing sensory integrative…
Billy - Occupational Therapist

Billy

Occupational Therapist

Hi, I’m Billy! I’m passionate about working with clients to help them achieve their goals and feel empowered in their daily lives. Whether it’s building independence or enhancing quality of life, I focus on individualized, hands-on strategies to make each session meaningful and supportive of each person’s unique journey. Outside of…
Colin - Occupational Therapist

Colin

Occupational Therapist

Colin is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist. He is in his 3rd year of clinical practice, with additional experience in Allied Health Assistance and Mentoring (both Pediatric and adult, in both community and clinic based settings), prior to completing my qualification and registering as a therapist. He particularly enjoy the interpersonal aspect…
Harriet - Occupational Therapist

Harriet

Occupational Therapist

I’m a person-centred and passionate Occupational Therapist with a strong background in paediatrics, specialising in sensory processing, family-centred practice, and working through a neuroaffirming lens. While my primary experience is in paediatrics, I also have experience supporting adults and older adults across various settings. Building strong, trusting relationships with the individuals…
Abbey - Occupational Therapist

Abbey

Occupational Therapist

Abbey is a compassionate Occupational Therapist who graduated in 2022 from La Trobe University. She has a background in paediatric practice and is passionate about supporting children and families to achieve their goals. Through her role as one of our FIFO therapists into Mount Gambier, Abbey is expanding her skillset…

Speech Therapy Team

An Allied Health professional our Speech Therapist are trained to diagnose and treat communication disorders including; speaking, listening, reading, social skills, stuttering, understanding language, using voice and writing.

Speech therapists can also help people with swallowing and feeding problems.

Psychologists

Our Occupational Therapists (OT’s) focus on promoting health and wellbeing by enabling people to participate in the everyday activities such as self-care, preparing food, learning, working and building capacity to access the community. 

OT’s play a crucial role in enabling people with disability to identify and implement strategies which activity and home/work modifications.