Our Story
ABOUT US
Since 2015, Lifespan Therapies has provided high-quality, holistic therapy for children and their families across North Brisbane.
Founded by physiotherapist Liz Donnellan in 2015, Lifespan Therapies began as a small mobile physiotherapy service and has since grown into a thriving multidisciplinary allied health clinic, while remaining family-owned and true to our values.
Liz’s passion for helping others and supporting her team has shaped a space where children, their families, and therapists can flourish.
We are dedicated to empowering children and their families to blossom through life. Our therapists bring experience, warmth, and passion for childhood development and inclusive practice.
At Lifespan Therapies, we offer:
Individual and group therapy designed to achieve the best outcomes for each client.
A dedicated team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Allied Health Assistants, and Customer Service experts.
A welcoming community that brings families together through group programs and community events.
Our Values & Purpose
ABOUT US
Our purpose is to create opportunities for every child and family to thrive by delivering compassionate, innovative, and collaborative therapy services. Our aim is to build confidence, celebrate growth, and foster belonging and acceptance across all stages of life.
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Elizabeth “Liz” Donnellan
Elizabeth “Liz” Donnellan founded Lifespan Therapies in 2015, she is our director, leader and a physiotherapist graduating in 2013. Lifespan Therapies was created to quickly meet local needs, Liz started providing therapy and Pilates classes for all ages. Driven by her commitment to serve and help others, her starting business grew and grew.
In 2020 Lifespan Therapies grew to provide multidisciplinary services to children across northern Brisbane. Come 2021, the growth continued – a clinic space, 5 more therapists and the customer service crew began. Every year since the team and clinic space have continued to expand and flourish, just like our collective team and client successes.
The cornerstone of this remarkable growth is Liz’s emphasis on nurturing her team to reach their personal potential. I want my team to feel that Lifespan is a career, not just a place to work. A workplace listens, cares and supports them in what they are passionate about to be uplifted and continue growing in whichever direction they choose.
Liz’s personal values shine through in all areas at Lifespan. Dedication to always give 110% for her team to have the best work experience and flourish as individuals and professionals; as well as seeing every client blossom and have access to everything they deserve. Her caring and never wavering determination is what has created such a welcome space, far more than just a therapy clinic. You’ll often find her popping into sessions to say hi, guide her team and jump on the tools and adjust some equipment.
She might have two young children but that does not keep her away – you’ll find the girls alongside her in the clinic and having a play or the opportunity for some impromptu training (like testing out new games and ideas!). No question is too silly or far fetched, her fast paced problem-solving and creativity will see a growing strategy and solution within the next day.
