Kelly has worked in private practice physiotherapy for 13 years including owning her own practice in Port Chalmers for 8 years. In January 2020 she returned to Mid Canterbury to work for Habit Health Ashburton and Habit Health Methven Garage Gym.
Kelly has experience working with club and provincial level rugby and basketball teams. She is passionate about community wellness and rural health. She has a particular interest in a holistic, patient-centred approach to injury management and prevention.