An Initiative of the Tasmanian Government
MyPulse Coaches
MyPulse is a free, confidential and tailored program designed to help you optimise your health and wellbeing.
Mental Health and Physical Health Screens are available to DPFEM and AT employees and volunteers through MyPulse. Each screen takes 5-10 minutes to complete and if moderate to high risk factors are identified, one of our coaching team members (below) will attempt to contact you within 8 business hours to discuss your results.
If eligible, you will be offered a tailored coaching program and matched to an appropriately qualified coach depending on the outcome of your screen and any other information identified during the initial phone conversation. To maintain your privacy and confidentiality, coaching sessions are conducted by external provider Rehab Management.
Health screens may be completed as often as you like as a check in to see how you’re going, however if you have received MyPulse coaching previously you will be eligible again 24 months after your last coaching session (for each screening type).
To learn more about our health screens and coaching, watch this short video from our MyPulse coaches.
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Tracy Lucas
Health Coach – Exercise Physiologist (Hobart Area Manager)
Tracy Lucas is a Health Coach and Accredited Exercise Physiologist with experience in clinical practice in the chronic health management areas of orthopaedic, cardiovascular and endocrinological rehabilitation.
With an active and ongoing passion in the whole of person wellness benefits of movement, Tracy works to support Physical Health Coaching program participants to find their motivation and focus to improve their lifestyle and work towards achieving balance and developing an understanding of general wellness principles. Tracy also works to address psychological barriers to change to assist participants to achieve their goals.
Tracy’s husband, sons and fur baby keep her busy, with the whole family enjoying any and all types of physical activity both at home at outdoors.
- Bachelor of Science in Medicine (Honours), University of Cape Town, 2003
- Bachelor of Communication, Sports Management, University of Johannesburg, 2002
- Bachelor of Science - General, University of Johannesburg, 1999
Dominique Higgins
Health Coach – Rehabilitation Counsellor (Hobart Team Leader)
Dominique is a Health Coach with a professional background in Psychology and Rehabilitation Counselling and has had 16-years industry experience including vocational rehabilitation, case management, clinical work and teaching. Dominique works with coaching participants to facilitate positive health behaviour change and improve mental health and physical health outcomes.
Dominique’s interest areas are mental health coaching, grief and loss, relationship coaching and assisting people to improve self-care and increase their coping strategies. Dominique assists participants to take action, access supports, and improve their confidence through the use of motivational interviewing and client centred, solutions focused coaching techniques. Coaching programs are unique with individualised targeted goal setting and action planning.
Dominique has been the technical support for the Rehab Management MyPulse programs since inception in 2019. Dominique has participated in a range of accredited health coaching training over time and works closely with all Health Coaches to ensure high quality programs are maintained and to continuously improve the MyPulse services and experience.
In her spare time, Dominique enjoys jogging, road trip adventures, spending time with loved ones and 4-legged friends.
- Psychology Honours Degree, Charles Sturt University, 2014
- Master of Rehabilitation Counselling, University of Tasmania, 2008
- Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Counselling, University of Tasmania, 2007
- Bachelor of Arts (Psychology/Sociology), University of Tasmania, 2006
Australian Health Awards Winner - Rehabilitation Counsellor of the Year 2022
Mary Rummery
Health Coach – Social Worker
Mary is a health and wellbeing coach, registered social worker, mental health counsellor, and educator with 25 years plus of experience in the field of mental health, community development, rehabilitation, and education.
Mary has a passion for health coaching and expertise in assisting participants with the change process, motivation, understanding external and internal drivers of behavior, value systems and the task of embedding change in deeper, more meaningful ways. Mary uses client centered, solutions focused strategies and motivational interviewing techniques to support participants to take steps forward, to achieve their own unique improved health and wellbeing outcomes.
Mary loves the outdoors, and can be found hiking, kayaking and mountain biking across areas of Tasmania on any given weekend when not working at home in her urban farm and garden.
- Coaching Mastery Certificate, 2023 and registered with Health Coaches Australia and New Zealand Association (HCANZA)
- Master of Counselling, Monash University, 2018
- Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) Melbourne University, 1995
- Bachelor of Social Work, University of Tasmania, 1992 and registered with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
Rebecca Green
Health Coach – Rehabilitation Counsellor (Launceston Area Manager)
Rebecca, better known as Bec, is a rehabilitation counsellor with over 7 years of experience including over 3 years of clinical counselling, prior to commencing with Rehab Management in 2018.
As a health coach, Bec specialises in goal setting, solutions focused strategies and motivational interviewing techniques to empower program participants to achieve improved health and wellbeing outcomes.
In her spare time Bec is a new mum and enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors and finding creative outlets in art. Bec is a sports fan and enjoys running for fun and participates in club netball.
- Master of Counselling, University of Tasmania, 2014
- Bachelor of Arts, University of Tasmania, 2012
Hannah Bird
Health Coach – Senior Rehabilitation Counsellor
Hannah is a MyPulse Health Coach and Senior Rehabilitation Counsellor with a background in psychology and Occupational Rehabilitation.
Hannah works with participants who want to make changes to their physical health and/or mental health and assists people to facilitate change and achieve their health and wellbeing goals.
Hannah focuses on goal directed conversations and motivational interviewing to assist participants to reach their full potential. Hannah has coached participants regarding a range of topics including addiction, eating disorders and mental health.
In her spare time, Hannah enjoys Park Run, spending time with loved ones and completing outdoor activities such as camping and snorkelling.
- Bachelor of Psychological Sciences, University of Tasmania 2020
- Graduate Diploma of Rehabilitation Counselling, Latrobe University 2021
Sophia Best
Health Coach - Social Worker
Sophia is an accredited Social Worker with 4 years’ experience in clinical and occupational rehabilitation settings. Sophia has a passion for assisting individuals to make positive behaviour changes to reach their health and wellbeing goals through the use of a solutions focused, client-centred approach.
Sophia has clinical experience as a Social Worker in addiction, general mental health such as anxiety and depression, stress management, relationship issues, sleep management and habit building.
In her spare time you will find Sophia engaged in her numerous hobbies such as knitting, cooking, running, or just hanging out with her friends, 2 cats and new puppy.
- Masters of Social Work, University of Tasmania (2020)
- Bachelor of Education, University of Tasmania (2017)
Joanne Crerar
Health Coach - Social Worker
Joanne is a Health Coach /Senior Rehabilitation Consultant and an accredited Social Worker. Joanne has extensive experience in crisis response, case management and counselling.
Within the MyPulse program, Joanne works with participants to facilitate improvements in their health and wellbeing, using a personal goal setting approach to build self-efficacy and readiness for change. Joanne is currently working from the Northern Territory office so completes health coaching for DPFEM MyPulse participants via telehealth or Microsoft Teams.
On a personal note, Joanne is an avid scuba diver, incorporating this activity into nearly all domestic and international holiday plans.
- Master of Rehabilitation Counselling, Griffith University
- Master of Social Work, James Cook University, 2018
- Graduate Certificate in Evaluation, University of Melbourne, 2016
- Bachelor of Engineering, Griffith University, 1998
Kate Barker
Health Coach - Exercise Physiologist
Kate is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Health coach based at the Hobart office. Kate has 6 years’ experience in clinical exercise prescription for various populations including older adults, emergency service workers, veterans, and injured workers returning to work.
Kate is passionate about assisting people in improving their health and wellbeing, both physical and mental, through movement, exercise and wholistic health behaviours.
In her spare time Kate enjoys bush walking, sports spectating, crafts and hanging out with her baby daughter and fur children.
- Bachelor of Exercise Science, University of Tasmania (2017)
- Bachelor of Exercise Physiology (Professional Hons), University of Tasmania (2018)
Timica Hawkins
Health Coach - Exercise Physiologist
Timica is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and part of the Launceston Health Coach team.
Timica became an Exercise Physiologist to share her passion of being active with others, and to support people making a lifestyle transition or working on specific wellbeing goals.
Timica applies individualised solutions to help people triumph their obstacles; and utilises a resilience framework as part of her process.
Timica has had the privilege of working in diverse environments, including a humanitarian hospital ship in Central Africa.
In her spare time you’ll find Timica adventuring in the wilderness, reading a book with a cup of tea in hand, or cold-water swimming.
- Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology- Rehabilitation, Charles Sturt University, 2012
- Bachelor of Human Movement Science, Central Queensland University, 2010
Annerie Venter
Health Coach - Exercise Physiologist
Annerie is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and part of the Launceston Health Coach team.
As an accredited Exercise Physiologist with extensive experience in managing orthopaedic, chronic, and neurological conditions, Annerie brings a wealth of expertise to the field of health and wellness.
Born in South Africa and recently relocated to Tasmania, Annerie is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of individuals.
With a deep passion for sports, Annerie enjoys playing golf and cricket, and follows Formula One and rugby with great enthusiasm. This love for sports fuels a commitment to helping clients achieve their health and fitness goals, guiding them through tailored strategies to enhance their physical capabilities and overall quality of life.
Annerie is dedicated to providing exceptional guidance and support to clients, ensuring they reach their full potential and improve their overall wellbeing.
- ESSA- Qualified Exercise Physiologist - 2023
- BA Hons in Biokinetics - 2017
- Bachelor of Arts - Human Movement Science - 2016
Morgan McVilly
Health Coach - Exercise Physiologist
Morgan is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and part of the Rehab Management Team in Hobart. Morgan assists with the MyPulse calls when a MyPulse screen is completed.
Morgan was born and bred in Hobart but studied and lived in Melbourne for six years. In her spare time Morgan enjoys spending time with her partner and fur baby.
- Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation – Victoria University 2018
- Bachelor of Exercise Science (Sports Science), 2016
Ayden Demeijer
Exercise Physiologist – Tasmanian State Manager
Ayden is the Head of Underwritten States (ACT/TAS/NT/WA) of Rehab Management and has provided direct oversight of the MyPulse programs since their inception in 2019.
Ayden has a love of learning and in his spare time, Ayden can usually be found studying. Ayden enjoys spending time with his wife and 4 young children, either at home or mountain biking.
- Master of Business Administration, 2023
- Southern Cross University, 2020-2022
- Bachelor of Exercise Physiology (Professional Honours), University of Tasmania, 2014
- Bachelor of Exercise Science, University of Tasmania, 2013
