Our Team

Athena Nicolaou

Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapist / VPL Head Physiotherapist

Specialties: Post-Surgical Rehabilitation • Knee & Ankle injuries • Youth athletes

Athena is a Physiotherapist who helps clients of all ages recover from injury, rebuild strength, and return to the activities that matter most to them. With a background in Exercise & Sport Science, Physiotherapy, and Strength & Conditioning, she blends practical rehab with performance-focused principles that suit both athletes and active adults.

While she has extensive experience working with youth and high-level sporting programs, Athena also enjoys supporting adults navigating knee, ankle, and lower-limb injuries — whether that’s returning to running, staying strong in the gym, managing post-surgical recovery, or keeping up with an active lifestyle.

Her approach is structured, progressive, and tailored to individual goals, making rehab feel achievable and empowering regardless of fitness level or age. Athena is committed to helping clients build long-term confidence, strength, and resilience.

Experience Includes:

VPL Head Physiotherapist — Eastern Lions
Rehabilitation Physiotherapist & Sports Trainer — Melbourne Football Club (AFLW)
Rehabilitation Coordinator — Casey Demons (VFLW)
Rehabilitation Coordinator & Head Sports Trainer — Eastern Rangers (NAB League)
Senior Strength & Conditioning Coach — Rowville Sports Academy

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Billy Kissas

Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapist / VPL Head Physiotherapist

Specialties: Knee, Hip & Ankle Injuries • Strength-Based Rehabilitation • Return to Training & Running • Soccer & Field Sport Athletes

Billy is a Sports Physiotherapist who helps clients recover from injury, build strength, and stay active — whether they’re competing in sport or simply wanting to move confidently in everyday life. With qualifications in Exercise & Sport Science and Physiotherapy, he combines hands-on treatment with clear, strength-focused rehab.

He has strong experience working with soccer and rugby athletes and is currently the Head Physiotherapist for Langwarrin Soccer Club (VPL1). This high-performance background shapes his practical and structured approach to treating knee, hip, and ankle injuries.

Billy’s own sporting history helps him understand the challenges active adults face, from managing persistent niggles to returning to training after time away. He aims to make rehab straightforward, collaborative, and tailored to your goals.

Outside the clinic, Billy enjoys gym training, staying active, and spending time with friends and family.

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Ashley Chong

Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapist / VNL Physiotherapist

Specialties: Return-to-running • Lower-limb rehab • Orthopaedic & Post-Operative Rehabiliation • Gymnastics/CrossFit athletes

Ashley is a dedicated Sports Physiotherapist known for her ability to guide clients from early-stage injury all the way to performance-level strength. With extensive experience across musculoskeletal outpatients, fracture clinics, and acute orthopaedics, she brings a complete understanding of the rehab process.

Her background in competitive Gymnastics, CrossFit, long-distance running and trail running gives her unique insight into the emotional and physical challenges of injury.

Experience Includes:

Senior Physiotherapist (Musculoskeletal Outpatients, Orthopaedics & Fracture Clinic) — Mercy Health
Physiotherapist (Paediatrics, Outpatients & Fracture Clinic) — Monash Health
VNL Head Physiotherapist — Casey Demons

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Mitchell Walker

APA Titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist / Practice Principle

Specialties: ACL rehabilitation • Hip & groin pain • Shoulder instability • Sporting injuries

Mitchell is a highly experienced Sports Physiotherapist and the Director of True Active Physiotherapy. With over 10 years working in elite sporting environments, he combines high-performance expertise with a practical, supportive approach that suits athletes and active adults alike.

He has worked extensively across AFL and Netball high-performance programs, providing targeted rehabilitation, load management, and return-to-sport planning. This background informs his clear, structured approach to helping clients overcome injury, rebuild strength, and move with confidence in everyday life.

Mitchell leads the True Active team with a focus on quality care, consistency, and an exceptional client experience. Known for his calm and empathetic manner, he ensures every client feels understood, supported, and empowered throughout their rehab journey.

Experience Includes:

AFL Men’s Physiotherapist — Collingwood Football Club
AFLW Head Physiotherapist — Melbourne Football Club
Sports Physiotherapist — Vic Fury & Vixens Development Squad
Sports Physiotherapist — Netball Victoria U17 & U19 State Teams
Consulting Physiotherapist — Olympic Park Sports Medicine Centre

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