return to play
personal, professional, purposefulMeet the Team
We're a multidisciplinary team based in Adamstown, Newcastle — bringing together sports medicine, counselling, and massage therapy under one roof. We believe great healthcare is built on genuine relationships, clinical excellence, and a whole-person approach.
Personal
We take the time to know you — your goals, your history, and what matters most to you. Every person who walks through our door is treated as an individual, not a condition.
Professional
Our team brings deep expertise across sports medicine, counselling, and massage therapy. We stay current, collaborate closely, and hold ourselves to the highest clinical standards.
Purposeful
Everything we do is aimed at getting you back to what you love. Whether that's sport, work, family, or simply feeling well — we're here to help you get there.
Bree Adams
Receptionist | Pilates Instructor
Bree is the warm face that greets you at Return To Play. As both our receptionist and a qualified Pilates instructor, she keeps the clinic running smoothly and supports patients with movement-based rehabilitation.
James Dean
Counsellor
James is a compassionate and experienced counsellor who works with individuals and couples. He creates a safe, non-judgmental space for people to explore challenges and build meaningful change.
Kelly Collins
Sports Doctor
Kelly is a dedicated sports doctor with a passion for helping people stay active and recover well. She brings expertise in injury assessment, injection therapies, and return-to-sport planning.
Sarina Walters
Massage Therapist
Sarina is our experienced massage therapist, skilled in remedial and relaxation techniques. She works closely with the rest of the team to support recovery, reduce pain, and restore movement.
O'Neil Maharaj
Director | Sports Doctor | Counsellor
O'Neil is the founder and director of Return To Play. With dual qualifications in sports medicine and counselling, he brings a uniquely holistic perspective to patient care — treating both the physical and emotional dimensions of health.