MEET THE BRAINSHAPE TEAM

Practitioners and therapists devoted to your child’s whole-person growth. We pair heart with high-level science—so brains and bodies learn to work better together.

We’re lifelong learners, investing hundreds of hours in advanced training. Our expertise spans functional neuroscience, motor development, movement-based therapy, neuromotor rehab, nutritional medicine, biophysics, circadian biology  and the brain–body connection—so your child’s plan is evidence-led and uniquely theirs.

Doctor Of Chiropractic, Certified Melillo method practitioner, Founder and Co-owner of Brainshape 

Dr Zoe Braund is the founder of Brainshape—a centre for possibility where kids grow, families connect, and science meets heart. For nearly 25 years, she’s walked alongside families who feel they’ve “tried everything,” and creates calm in the chaos and a practical path forward. A mum of three teenagers, Zoe understands the juggle of family life and designs care plans that fits real life—whole child, whole family, whole-hearted.

Zoe’s superpower is connection. She has a natural way of meeting children and adults exactly where they are, then blending brain-based wellness, neuromotor rehabilitation, chiropractic care, nutrition, and emotional support to spark lasting change. From babies to teens, she helps with learning delays, behaviour challenges, sensory overwhelm and developmental concerns—always looking beyond symptoms to the brain–body–emotion and environmental blocks that hold families back.

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MEET DR ZOE

  • Her approach is holistic and evidence-led: assess thoroughly, personalise deeply, and support the nervous system to self-organise. Over two decades of advanced study spanning functional neuroscience, developmental neurology,  neurological integrity, nutrition and biochemistry, the gut microbiome and mind–body practices—backed by innovative techniques and modern technologies that help children shift from struggle to strength. As Zoe loves to remind families: you are made of magic.

    Outside the clinic, you’ll often find Zoe with her husband Andrew and their three energetic teens, surfing, swimming or snowboarding. A steady yoga and meditation practice—and a love of whole food—help her keep family life grounded and joyful.

    • Integrative Chiropractor: BSc (UNSW); MChiro (Macquarie University); 

    • Certified Melillo method Practitioner (IAFNR) 

    • Applied Kinesiology, (PAK)

    • Sacral Occipital Technique, (SOT)

    • Neuro Organisational technique (NOT)

    • 24+ years of ongoing professional education focused on functional neuroscience, motor development, neurological assessment, nutrition, biochemistry, gut health and the brain–body connection.

    “It’s a privilege to support families through their unique challenges. When we enhance a child’s neuro-development and strengthen brain and body connections, possibilities open—and trajectories change.” — Dr Zoe BraundOutside the clinic, you’ll often find Zoe with her husband Andrew and their three energetic teens, surfing, swimming or snowboarding. A steady yoga and meditation practice—and a love of whole food—help her keep family life grounded and joyful.