Sarah Comensoli | Exercise Physiologist

About Sarah Comensoli

Sarah is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Director at BJC Health, where she leads the Allied Health and Marketing teams. Since joining BJC in 2011, she has played a key role in shaping and growing the Exercise Physiology service into a core part of BJC’s multidisciplinary approach to rheumatic disease care.

With over 15 years of experience, Sarah is passionate about helping people feel more confident managing their condition through movement. She has a strong interest in empowering clients to take charge of their health through both education and movement, reflecting BJC Health’s belief that exercise is fundamental to improving long term outcomes.

Sarah continues to work with clients and is actively involved in mentoring the Exercise Physiology team. She has also led the development of BJC Connect and Exercise Anywhere, helping extend BJC Health’s care beyond the clinic and create more accessible ways for people to stay informed, supported, and engaged in their health.

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys strength training and is currently spending more time on the tennis court, learning a new skill and embracing the challenge that comes with it. She has previously completed 13 ultra marathons, experiences that have shaped her appreciation for consistency, resilience, and finding an approach to movement that is both sustainable and enjoyable.

Wed 27 May 8pm!

Register to attend. You will also get the live recording.

How can this event help me?

Living with invisible illness presents unique challenges in establishing healthy boundaries and protecting your wellbeing. When your struggles aren't visibly apparent to others, communicating your needs becomes both essential and complicated. Learning to advocate for yourself while navigating relationships, work, and daily life can profoundly impact your quality of life and emotional health.

In this live online session, Psychologist Adrian Comensoli will explore the psychological and relational dynamics of invisible illness, share practical strategies for boundary-setting, and guide you toward reclaiming your autonomy. This discussion is ideal for anyone seeking clearer guidance, whether you're personally managing an invisible condition, supporting someone who is, or simply wanting to understand these complex interpersonal dynamics better.

Join Adrian for an insightful conversation covering these essential topics:

Recognising the unseen impact: The psychological impact of having conditions that aren't visibly apparent, why invisible struggles require different approaches to advocacy, and how this affects self-perception and relationships.
Expressing needs with clarity: Effective ways to articulate your needs and limitations to others, how to explain invisible health challenges without oversharing, and setting expectations with friends, family, and colleagues.
Protecting your physical capacity: How to manage energy levels and activity limitations, when to say no to social invitations, and protecting your physical wellbeing without feeling guilty.
Safeguarding emotional wellbeing: Managing expectations from others, dealing with doubt or disbelief about your condition, and maintaining emotional resilience when your experiences are questioned.
Navigating professional expectations: Navigating professional environments with invisible illness, disclosing information appropriately, requesting accommodations, and maintaining productivity while protecting your health.
Strengthening self-advocacy: Building confidence in your needs, developing assertive communication techniques, and creating sustainable boundary practices that honor your wellbeing.

This session offers invaluable guidance for anyone wanting to better understand boundary-setting with invisible illness and feel empowered to advocate for yourself with confidence. Join us on Wednesday, May 27th for this supportive and enlightening virtual event. We welcome your questions and discussions to help make this a collaborative and engaging experience for everyone.