Nicholas began his massage journey in 2021 with an elderly friend, Manan, in Nepal who needed urgent care and used massage to temporarily postpone strokes. Manan was also a massage therapist himself for many years as well as many other healing modalities and gave Nicholas an introduction in massage. Manan since passed away and the time spent with him left Nicholas inspired and grateful. Nicholas continued to study the Cert IV Relaxation Massage in 2023 at Q Academy which enabled him to get work at City Cave where he gained valuable working experience as a therapist. He has now completed his Diploma Remedial Massage (Advanced Rehab) at Q Academy, which has equipped him for being a remedial therapist. Nicholas is looking forward to working at Sports and Spinal where he’ll gain further experience working alongside other health professionals and providing remedial treatments. He is also running his own business for the last year, which he is very proud of.

Nicholas is an avid meditator and enjoys spending time with his fiancé. He has been on many meditation retreats, with a particular interest in Osho meditations. In his high school years, he was an avid musician, playing lead guitar in his Latin rock band ‘Un Dia Antes’, playing at many events.

A quote from Manan:

“Be positive and cheerful. Don’t be the one to bring people down with negativity. Uplift them with positivity. Be the ray of sunshine! Smile. A smile says, “I see you. I care about you.” Sometimes, it’s all they need to see. As you can see, encouraging people is no more effort than criticising or belittling them. And, you both feel much better! Practice a loving-kindness meditation: As you meditate, bring someone’s face into your mind and silently wish them happiness, health, success and love.”.

Nick is available for Remedial Massage appointments at our Woolloongabba and Wynnum clinics.

Miz has a deep passion for helping people by using manual therapy to reduce pain levels and increase the quality of life of her clients. Miz employs various techniques, including Myofascial Release and Soft Tissue, Muscle Activation, Muscle Energy Techniques and Manual Lymphatic Drainage in her remedial treatments and constantly expands her knowledge of physiology and techniques. This allows her to adapt more precisely to the individual needs of those in her care.

Miz completed a Diploma of Remedial Massage from the Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE in 2011. After she became a qualified practitioner, she continued to pursue professional development opportunities.
She is specially trained in Pregnancy and Postnatal Massage (Pregnancy Massage Australia), Finch Therapy, Kinesiology Taping (RockTape), Oncology Massage (Oncology Massage Limited), Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Dr Vodder Academy-International) and Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy (Lymphoedema Therapy, Training & Education). Her professional development never ends.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family by the bay. She also loves music, going to concerts and playing the piano.

Miz is available for Remedial Massage appointments at our Wynnum clinic.

Poonam is an experienced physiotherapist that graduated from the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa. She has a passion for managing patients with sports injuries, pelvic floor dysfunction, back and neck pain, and those needing orthopaedic rehabilitation. Poonam prides herself in conducting a thorough assessment to ensure that she fully understands your condition before treating you with the latest evidence-based treatment programs.

She completed her Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy (OMT) certificate in 2012, achieving the top student award for the course. This is an intense 12-month postgraduate certification focused on enhancing one’s skills in the assessment and treatment of patients. She has since completed various continued education certifications in dry needling and taping techniques, amongst many others.

Poonam has extensive experience in treating all gendered patients with pelvic floor dysfunction. This can include bladder, bowel, or sexual dysfunction relating to incontinence, haemorrhoids, pregnancy and post-partum, pelvic pain conditions, dyspareunia, or post-gender affirmation surgery.

Poonam is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association, AHPRA, the South African Society of Physiotherapy, the Word Association of Sexual Health, South African Society of Sexual Health.

Poonam enjoys dancing and is a graduate of Indian classical dance. She is the proud mom of 2 little boys and enjoys running and baking in her free time. When she is not at work, you will find her outdoors exploring with family and friends.

Poonam is available for Physiotherapy and Women’s Health appointments at our Wynnum clinic.

Please note Natalie is only available for follow up appointments with existing patients. 

Natalie graduated from the University of Sydney in 2010 with a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy and her career has taken her far and wide since then.

Natalie believes in holistic and comprehensive healthcare. Her passion lies in understanding your unique story, your challenges, and your goals. She doesn’t just treat ailments; she treats you as a whole person, tailoring her solutions to your individual lifestyle.

Natalie’s expertise covers a wide spectrum of physiotherapy, but she has some interests in pelvic health, lower limb rehabilitation, headache, and back pain. Natalie can assist with pre and postnatal care, internal pelvic floor treatment, and a range of women’s health treatments. She has also completed additional training in paediatric bladder and bowel issues.

Outside of work, Natalie thrives in the great outdoors, often exploring nature with her partner and son. She’s not just a physiotherapist; she’s also an Ultimate Frisbee enthusiast with a global competitive spirit. Nowadays, she prefers to keep it local you might spot her at the Wynnum Parkrun.

Natalie is available for physiotherapy consults at our Wynnum clinic.

Gretchen has over 25 years of experience in delivering quality physiotherapy care for adults and children. She graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 1992 and has worked in various roles in hospitals and community care settings, public, not-for-profit and private in Australia and the UK. Her particular passions are neurology, disability, hydrotherapy, 24-hour postural care for complex disability and spinal health. 

She has completed further training in hydrotherapy, respiratory treatment, complex postural care, seating and positioning, manual handling for carers and postural care in lying, sharing her knowledge with a wide variety of therapists and families through courses and presentations. She became a qualified yoga instructor in 2014, completing her 350-hour Yoga Teacher Training with Kate Pell and Dan Alder. She has been practising yoga since 1997 and finds it brings balance to a busy mind, strength and flexibility to the body. She has a strong focus on practising safely with optimal alignment and believes that yoga has something to benefit everyone. 

She lives in Wynnum with her family and enjoys yoga, walking, cooking, running slowly, and spending time on the water. 

Gretchen’s professional qualifications include: 

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of Queensland, 1992
• Certificate 3 in workplace assessment and training 

Gretchen is available for physiotherapy consults at our Wynnum clinic.

Amy has completed a Clinical Exercise Physiology Degree at the University of Queensland and has a background in Personal Training, Group Training and Sports Coaching. Over the past 6 years, Amy has worked in the Health and Fitness industry, experiencing a range of different areas including NDIS work, paediatric work, one on one training and group training.

Amy’s goal is to guide individuals in their journey towards enhanced physical, mental and holistic well-being, fostering their ability to thrive at every stage of life. Her adept interpersonal skills naturally complement her sincere enjoyment of assisting and supporting others in their daily activities. This combination of academic knowledge, practical experience and a personal approach drives her commitment to making a meaningful and positive contribution to improve a client’s quality of life.

Amy loves soccer (the Matilda’s especially) and is open to any of your favourite Sushi Train recommendations.

Amy is available for Exercise Physiology appointments at our Wynnum clinic.

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Nicole’s journey into nutrition came from her cultural belief that “food is medicine”. Combined with her life goal to contribute her life to helping others, she entered the health industry as a dietitian. 

Nicole’s goal as a dietitian is to connect with each individual and discover their needs and wants in health and nutrition. She aims to help people develop a healthy and enjoyable relationship with food that supports their conditions and well-being. Nicole believes there is no “one size fits all” solution to health. Therefore, she is passionate about working with her clients and empowering them with the nutrition knowledge and skills that they need. 

As a full-fledged foodie, Nicole is also an excellent home cook who dabbles in different cuisines. She is experienced in developing simple and budget-friendly recipes that support a healthy diet. If you are struggling with your diet or are unsure about nutritional support for your health, Nicole is the dietitian for you. Nicole has a Masters’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetic Practice from Bond University and a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition Science from Queensland University of Technology.

Nicole has special interests in:

• Relationship with food
• Healthy eating for a busy lifestyle
• Blood glucose level and diabetes management
• Cholesterol management
• Gastrointestinal conditions
• Women’s Health
• Eating disorders/ disordered eating patterns
• Mental health

Nicole is available for Dietetic appointments at our Redcliffe and Wynnum clinics.

Claudine is client-focussed and she believes that any client can transform their experience of life by working on their subconscious mind.

She has a diploma in clinical hypnotherapy as well as certifications in the DeTrauma technique, NLP and psychology. Claudine’s passion is to help clients create the changes they would love to see int heir lives, particularly those who feel stuck or unable to make change.

Clinical Hypnotherapy sessions can be used for emotional pain, trauma and grief, changing habits and beliefs, reducing physical pain, easing anxiety, solving problems, and reaching goals. The client is always in control during hypnosis, and therapy is gentle and relaxing, while often enabling powerful change quickly.

Claudine offers free 20-minute consultations to help clients decide if hypnotherapy is right for them.

Claudine is available for Hypnotherapy sessions at our Wynnum clinic.

Joyce is available for Speech Pathology consults at our Wynnum clinic. Please contact us for more information about our Speech Pathology services.