Team

Nisha Bal

Hi there! I’m an experienced Occupational Therapist and the founder of Seeds Occupational Therapy. My passion is working with children, especially those with neurodivergence, helping them build confidence and thrive in their everyday lives. I believe in the power of relational therapy—forming strong, trusting connections with each child and their family. By understanding each child’s unique needs and strengths, I create a supportive space where they can develop at their own pace.

In addition to my OT training, I’m also a certified yoga instructor, and I incorporate somatic practices, body work, mindfulness, and movement into my approach. These tools help regulate the nervous system, plant seeds of self-regulation, and encourage embodiment. My goal is to empower kids not just with functional skills, but with the tools they need to feel grounded and confident in their bodies and minds.

Kaybee Muponisi

Kaybee is a qualified occupational therapist with 3 years of experience working with school-aged children and their families. She is passionate about early intervention and helping children develop the foundational skills needed to thrive in both school and everyday life.

Her clinical focus includes:

• School readiness – supporting children as they transition into formal education, including attention, regulation, and classroom participation

• Social skills development – helping children build confidence, emotional understanding, and meaningful peer relationships

• Fine motor skill development – with a special interest in handwriting, pencil grasp, and hand strength

Kaybee takes a warm, play-based, and strengths-focused approach, creating a safe and engaging environment where children feel confident and supported. She works closely with families and educators to ensure therapy goals are functional, practical, and aligned with each child’s real-world needs.

Stephanie Phua

Steph is a dedicated occupational therapist with 13 years' experience who discovered her passion for working with children early in her career. She thrives on building meaningful connections with the children and families she supports, always taking a warm and collaborative approach. Steph values the power of working in a child’s natural environment; whether at home, school or in the community and she is committed to helping children reach their full potential by working closely with the people who know them best.

 Steph is trained in delivering the Sensory Oral Sequential (SOS) approach to feeding. Her areas of expertise include development of fine and gross motor skills, providing support to teachers and school staff to support learning in the classroom, sensory regulation strategies and building daily routines- always while using a neurodivergent-affirming approach.

When not at work, Steph loves exploring West Melbourne's cycle paths, spending quality time with her son, and is currently studying for a post graduate certificate in Disability and Inclusion Studies. 

Tina Nguyen

Tina graduated with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from Australian Catholic University in 2020 and has extensive experience working in various special schools, including developmental and autism-specific settings. She has supported children with diverse diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, motor delays, genetic disorders, and social-emotional challenges.

Tina has expertise in supporting children develop fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, sensory processing, play skills, self-care, and emotional regulation. As an empathetic and passionate therapist, she is committed to client-centred therapy that focuses on each child's strengths and interests. She highly values the importance of family-centered practice and seeks to ensure she works collaboratively with families to achieve their children’s goals.

Tina has pursued additional training in Positive Behaviour Support Practices (Monash University), DIR Floortime, Interoception (Kelly Mahler), and the Berry Street Education Model.

Alvin Tsang

Alvin is an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about helping children grow with confidence and joy in their everyday lives. He believes that every child learns best when they feel supported, understood, and engaged in activities they love. In his sessions, Alvin focuses on building fine and gross motor skills, self-care, and play skills through fun, play-based activities that feel natural and meaningful for each child.

Alvin enjoys helping children take part in daily routines both at school and home - whether that’s handwriting and staying focused in class, using cutlery during meals, getting dressed, or joining in play with friends. He works closely with families and teachers to make sure therapy strategies fit smoothly into real life, so progress continues beyond the session. With a calm and encouraging approach, Alvin aims to create a space where children feel proud of their efforts and excited to learn new skills.

Alyssa Albarillo

Alyssa is a paediatric Occupational Therapist who has been supporting children and families since 2018. She has a strong passion for early intervention and believes that children learn best through play and within their everyday environments — whether that’s at home early learning setting or community

Alyssa takes a family-centred and strengths-based approach to therapy. She is passionate about empowering families, building their capacity, and supporting each child to grow in confidence, independence, and participation in the activities that matter most to them.

She has experience supporting children with fine motor development, gross motor skills, self-care skills and sensory regulation. Alyssa is also trained in the Handwriting Without Tears® program and enjoys helping children build the foundational skills needed for handwriting and school readiness.

Outside of work, Alyssa enjoys exploring new cafés and trying new food.

Sonya Nunes

Sonya is a qualified Occupational Therapist with a passion for working with children and supporting them to flourish and thrive. She has experience working with children both as an Occupational Therapist and as a Disability Support Worker.

Sonya particularly enjoys working in early intervention and supporting children with school readiness, fine motor skills, and building daily routines. She takes a play-based, child-centred approach and focuses on creating a safe, supportive environment where children feel understood, confident, and comfortable to learn. She is passionate about integrating each child's interests and strengths into therapy.

Sonya takes a holistic approach to therapy and believes that emotional and sensory regulation is the foundation for all learning. Sonya values working collaboratively with families and educators to ensure therapy is meaningful and transferable to everyday life.