Sports & Spinal Woolloongabba is located just a short drive south of Brisbane’s central business district. Conveniently located near Annerley, Holland Park, West End, Greenslopes, Fairfield, South Bank, Camp Hill, Moorooka, Coorparoo, Tarragindi, Yeronga, Kangaroo Point, East Brisbane, Stones Corner, Tennyson, Carindale, Bulimba, Hawthorne, Highgate Hill, and other surrounding suburbs.
Searching for a psychologist in South East Queensland? Our practice has an experienced team of Psychologists dedicated to providing the highest quality psychological care to foster meaningful and lasting change in our clients’ lives.
We believe that a strong relationship between client and therapist is the foundation through which a client will progress towards their therapeutic and life goals. Sports & Spinal offers a range of flexible service delivery options to suit your needs:
- In-office
- Telehealth
Booking can be made online or by contacting our clinic directly, we do not require a referral from your GP to get booked in however to see our psychologist under the Mental Health Care Plan by Medicare you will need to see your GP, the process starts with your GP preparing a Mental Health Care Plan which you then bring to your first appointment. A Mental Health Care Plan is not required to receive a rebate from your private health fund.
Sports & Spinal is deeply committed to ethical practice, integrity, confidentiality, understanding, and a caring approach to counselling. Our Psychologists are committed to working with individuals, couples, and groups with an enthusiasm for delivering workshops and seminars on a range of topics relating to life, health, performance, and sports subjects.
Our Psychologists have experience working with people facing a variety of psychological difficulties, including:
Depression, Anxiety/ Stress, Trauma, Eating Disorders, Lifestyle Change, Chronic Pain, Diabetes, Arthritis, Cardiac Problems, Weight Loss, Treatment Adherence, Hypertension, Injury Management, Initiating Exercise Programs, Terminal Illness, Return to Work Programs, Addiction and Sleep Difficulties.
Sports & Spinal Woolloongabba is NDIS registered and accepts Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available.
services & FACILITIES
- On-Site Parking (5 spaces)
- Street Parking
- Gym & Pilates Equipment
- NDIS Registered
- Medicare Rebates
- HICAPS Health Fund Claims
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Emily Ricketts
Psychologist
Emily Ricketts
Psychologist
Originally from Melbourne, Emily is a psychologist who completed her undergraduate and graduate diploma studies at Monash University. She then pursued her Masters in Psychology (Sport and Exercise) at the University of Queensland. Emily is a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists.
With diverse experience in general psychological treatment, chronic pain management, and sports, Emily can provide support to a wide variety of individuals. Emily offers psychology services to young people and adults to improve their quality of life and well-being. She can assist individuals navigating chronic pain and adjusting to large changes in life, coping with anxiety and/ or depression, and addressing various other mental health concerns.
Passionate about providing a safe space for her clients, Emily aims to help them build self-confidence, enhance their overall quality of life, and live authentically. She welcomes clients seeking support in areas such as chronic pain, anxiety, depression, ADHD, interpersonal concerns, relationships, self-esteem, body image, veterans, grief and loss, and general counselling.
Outside of work, Emily is passionate about health and fitness and can often be found in the gym or enjoying meals at some of Queensland’s best restaurants.
Emily is available for Psychology appointments at our Chermside, North Lakes, Springfield, and Woolloongabba clinics.
PLEASE NOTE: For appointments please call the clinics directly to enquire about availability.
“We are here to inspire, engage and empower everyone, on their journey of health and wellbeing”
Movement is Medicine 💪
It’s #WorldDiabetesDay! Dietitian Caitlin Follett, based at our Nambour clinic, shares simple tips to keep your blood sugar steady.
👋 Meet Johnny!
Swipe to see what scares our multidisciplinary team the most… from podiatrists to physios 👻
Happy 2nd Anniversary team Morayfield!
Sports & Spinal partner with @vald_performance, using tools like DynaMo and ForceDecks, to help your clinician see exactly how your body is moving, how strong you are, and how your balance and weight distribution are working.
Say hello to the newly relocated North Lakes clinic! 👏
Happy #AlliedHealthProfessionsDay! 💙
Whether it’s a walk, a stretch, or a full workout, staying active keeps your body strong, joints healthy, and mind sharp. Your daily dose of movement matters!
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Top tips:
1️⃣ Eat regular meals + snacks
2️⃣ Choose wholegrain carbs
3️⃣ Include protein, carbs & veggies
4️⃣ Watch portions
5️⃣ Spread carbs evenly
Our Sports & Spinal dietitians can create personalised plans to support your health. Caitlin is available at our Nambour clinic, book using the link in our bio!
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Johnny graduated from James Cook University in 2019 and specialises in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy, also providing tailored care for clients under the NDIS. He loves helping people achieve ambitious goals, whether it’s returning to running, kayaking, or even picking up fishing again.
In 2022, Johnny became Clinical Mentor & Sports Medicine Coordinator for the Solomon Islands Institute of Sport, supporting athletes across 22+ sports for the 2023 Pacific Games, often treating under coconut trees, a career highlight! He’s also a qualified Strength & Conditioning Level 1 Coach, trained in Western Acupuncture and Dry Needling.
When he’s not working, Johnny enjoys rugby league, scuba diving, and gardening.
Book a physiotherapy consult with Johnny at our Beenleigh clinic! Link in bio 😉
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They might be terrified of bad posture, but they truly only want the best for you!
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From celebrating with cookies to caring for every patient who walks through your doors, we’re so proud of all you’ve achieved in just two years. Here’s to many more amazing years ahead!
Follow their journey and book your next visit 👏 @sportsandspinalmorayfield
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What this means for you:
✅ Track your progress clearly every session
✅ Get personalised treatment that’s right for your body
✅ Recover faster and safely return to sport or daily activity
✅ Ensure every exercise or rehab step is tailored to your goals
This tech is used at all 25 Sports & Spinal clinics across SEQ, with clinicians specially trained in VALD.
Ask your clinician how VALD can make your recovery smarter and your results clearer!
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Their brand new space is a game-changer. 14 clinician rooms, a huge gym, and a private Pilates studio. Bright, spacious, and ready to welcome you! 🩵
Check out their page for more information or to book your visit! @sportsandspinalnorthlakes
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Today we celebrate the incredible professionals across Australia - from podiatry to physiotherapy, exercise physiology, occupational therapy, and beyond - we know the power of multidisciplinary care!
This year’s theme, #StrongerTogether, highlights exactly that. When health professionals collaborate, patients get the best care possible. At Sports & Spinal, @podiatryatsportsandspinal and @team_rehab_solutions, we’re proud to work alongside our amazing allied health team every day.
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Parking @ Woolloongabba
We are located at 48 Annerley Road, Woolloongabba. There are 5 parking spaces located on site in front of the clinic which is reserved for clients between 7.30am and 6 pm. If these parks are full there is overflow street parking nearby. As Woolloongabba is considered a metered parking zone, all streets are subject to metered parking.
The main streets we recommend are Heaslop, Crown and Catherine streets. Heaslop street, the street adjacent to us, has 30-minute, 2 hour and 4-hour parking. Crown Street, the street opposite us, has 2-hour and 8-hour parking available whilst Catherine street, which is on the other side of our block, has 4-hour parking only. With the new Woolloongabba bikeway being constructed, there are no available parking spaces on Annerley Road. Parking costs $2.70 per hour – for more information, please find the relevant link to the Brisbane City Council website.
Please note we do recognise that you have a choice of therapists and as such, we would like to thank you for choosing us by reimbursing any parking costs which may be incurred by visiting us. Please bring in your receipt at the time of your consultation. Finally, please do not park in the vacant parking lot located off Heaslop Street, opposite the bike shop, as hefty fines will be incurred.