About Us
Welcome to Functional Mind
Functional Mind EP is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for Neurological Conditions, Women's Health and Chronic Pain.
With a strong focus on empathy and proactivity, Functional Mind EP offers a unique blend of exercise therapy and education tailored to the individuals needs of their patients.
Patients can expect a compassionate approach that integrates exercise science and personal empowerment to aid movement longevity.
Functional Mind EP is specialised in Neurological Rehabilitation.
Owner/Practitioner
Functional Mind EP is owned by Chelsea Martino an Accredited Exercise Physiologist & ESSA Approved Mentor.
Qualifications: Master of Exercise Physiology & Graduate Certificate of Neurological Rehabilitation
Key Expertise:
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Neurological Conditions: Stroke, MS, Parkinson's Disease, Cognitive Decline, Neurodiversity (ADHD & Autism Spectrum)
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Women's Health: Menopause, Peri-Menopause, PCOS and Endometriosis
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Chronic Pain: Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, Chronic Musculoskeletal Injuries
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Weight Management/Weight-Loss
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Geriatric Care: Falls/Balance, Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis
Services
Exercise Physiology Services
Medicare
Functional Mind EP provides evidence-based exercise interventions for chronic health conditions through Medicare funded referrals under a GP Management Plan/EPC referral.
Functional Mind EP is a bulk-billed Medicare service.
Workers Compensation
Functional Mind EP provides evidence-based rehabilitation to support injury recovery, functional capacity and improve physical conditioning following workplace related injuries.
TAC Claims
Functional Mind EP provides evidence-based rehabilitation to assist with pain management, functional recovery and physical conditioning following transport related injuries.
NDIS Participants
Functional Mind EP provides evidence-based exercise interventions to improve functional capacity, mobility, strength, independence and overall quality of life for individuals living with a disability.
Functional Mind EP accepts Self-Managed, Plan-Managed and NDIA-Managed participants.
Private Health
Functional Mind EP provides evidence-based exercise interventions to support injury rehabilitation, chronic disease management, physical performance and overall health/wellbeing.
Exercise Physiology Item Codes (102- Initial Consultation), (202 - Standard Consultation), (302- Extended Consultation).
Mentoring
Exercise Physiology Mentoring Sessions
Functional Mind EP offers mentoring services for Exercise Physiology students and new graduates seeking guidance, clinical support and confidence transitioning into professional practice.
Led by Chelsea Martino, an ESSA Approved Mentor, mentoring focuses on developing clinical reasoning, report writing, patient communication, rehabilitation planning and navigating the realities of working within private practice and multidisciplinary healthcare settings.
Designed to bridge the gap between university and clinical practice, Functional Mind EP mentoring provides practical, evidence-based support to help emerging Exercise Physiologists build competence, confidence and career direction within the allied health industry.
Referrals
Exercise Physiology Referrals
Functional Mind EP is now accepting referrals for Medicare, Workers Compensation, TAC Claims, and NDIS participants.
We are committed to providing timely, collaborative, and patient-centred care, with all referrals reviewed promptly upon submission.
Referral submissions can be sent to afunctionalmind@gmail.com
Functional Mind EP also offers Telehealth Services and alternative Saturday appointments for your convenience.
Please note that Functional Mind EP will contact the referring party within 2–3 business days to discuss the referral and next steps.
To ensure appointment availability for all patients, we kindly ask that any cancellations or rescheduling requests provide a minimum of 48 hours’ notice.
Late cancellations or missed appointments may incur a cancellation fee.