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 Springfield clinic.

Jo has been working in the health and wellness industry for over 20 years. She graduated from Griffith University in 2001 with a Bachelor of Exercise Science, and a Master of Physiotherapy degree.

Jo has worked in a wide range of settings from Elite Sports, private practice and Acute Hospitals in Australia and England, and spent 10 years working with the Ministry of Defence at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) as well as other Barracks in England and Germany. She is passionate about building a holistic team approach to health, where everyone is colocated and committed to delivering the highest level of care.  Jo has completed further training in Acupuncture and Pilates and is passionate about correcting movement patterns and motor control issues for athletes and general rehabilitation.

She later became interested in more complex conditions such as chronic pain and hypermobility syndrome. Jo works closely with other members of her healthcare team to manage these conditions and provide clients with better management strategies.

Jo lives in Manly with her family and growing menagerie, and can often be spotted walking the dogs on the esplanade. She has competed at a high level in athletics, touch football, netball, basketball and martial arts in her time, but now prefers pilates and yoga.

Jo’s professional qualifications include a Master of Physiotherapy (Griffith University), Bachelor of Exercise Science (Griffith University), PhD (withdrawn) Bond University, Pilates instructor (mat and equipment), Acupuncture (AACP), and Previous level 2 Strength and conditioning certification.

Jo 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.

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.

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.

After having his leg amputated in a motorcycle accident and being restricted to a wheelchair for almost three years, Kenton’s journey through rehabilitation left him with a passion for helping others improve their health and well-being. A former member of the national para-powerlifting team, Kenton has a thorough understanding of movement and physiology. 

With over five years of experience, Kenton has worked closely with other world-class professionals including physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths and myotherapists. Kenton has worked with numerous professional athletes and sporting teams, including the Queensland Reds, Australian Wallabies, Brisbane Broncos and the Queensland Ballet. When not in the clinic Kenton can be found currently working with the Brisbane Lions and Queensland Firebirds.

In his downtime Kenton enjoys performing living room rock concerts on his guitar for his dog Mitch.

Kenton is available for Remedial Massage consults at our Wynnum clinic.

Michael is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Exercise Physiologist, with 16 years of experience in weight loss, chronic disease management and exercise prescription. His approach to Nutrition is non-judgemental, individualised and most importantly will allow you to enjoy delicious healthy food (whatever your condition or goals) whilst still leaving some room to savour a treat or two from time to time.

As an Exercise Physiologist, Michael has a strong focus on pre and post-op lower limb (knee and hip) surgery and injury management. He loves working with people living with disabilities and enjoys taking a problem-solving approach to each individual’s unique situation.

Michael’s areas of practice focus include: 

• Food Intolerances and Conditions of the Gastro-Intestinal Tract
• Diabetes and Chronic Disease Management
• Weight management
• Lower Limb Rehab
• Complex Conditions

Michael is available for Exercise Physiology and Dietetic consults at our Wynnum clinic.

Michael is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Exercise Physiologist, with 16 years of experience in weight loss, chronic disease management and exercise prescription. His approach to Nutrition is non-judgemental, individualised and most importantly will allow you to enjoy delicious healthy food (whatever your condition or goals) whilst still leaving some room to savour a treat or two from time to time.

As an Exercise Physiologist, Michael has a strong focus on pre and post-op lower limb (knee and hip) surgery and injury management. He loves working with people living with disabilities and enjoys taking a problem-solving approach to each individual’s unique situation.

Michael’s areas of practice focus include: 

• Food Intolerances and Conditions of the Gastro-Intestinal Tract
• Diabetes and Chronic Disease Management
• Weight management
• Lower Limb Rehab
• Complex Conditions

Michael is available for Exercise Physiology and Dietetic consults 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 specialises in and has special interests in:

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

Nicole is available for Dietetic appointments at our Wynnum clinic.

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.

Since graduating from The University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) in 2019. He is enthusiastic and committed to helping clients through pain, injury, or disability, and working collaboratively to achieve their goals.

He has experience in treating a wide range of conditions, including acute and chronic pain, sporting injuries, lower back and neck pain, orthopaedic, and mobility/balance issues as well as symptoms of dizziness/vertigo. His approach is one that is strongly client-centred and individual to each person, providing a variety of treatment methods including hands-on treatment techniques, exercised-based rehabilitation, dry needling therapy and taping techniques.

He has an interest and passion in treating acute sporting injuries and return to sport, post-surgical orthopaedic rehabilitation of the shoulder, knee and ankle, as well as chronic pain, having undertaken further training in advanced dry needling therapy as well as ACL and meniscus rehabilitation.

Outside of work, he is regularly keeping up to date with a wide variety of sports, predominantly football and his beloved Tottenham. Otherwise he can be found spending time with family and friends, and taking advantage of regular opportunities to explore new places with his partner on days off.

Lachlan is available for Physiotherapy consults at out North Lakes clinic.

Originally from Albury, NSW, Ashleigh has called Shellharbour, Melbourne, and the Gold Coast home before settling on the Sunshine Coast in early 2023.

Ash holds a bachelor’s degree in exercise and sports science from RMIT University and furthered her education with a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology from Southern Cross University. Ash has deep passion for Exercise Physiology and she combines both her passion, love for physical activity, and her dedication to helping people to provide ensure positive outcomes to her clients.

Ashleigh’s goal is to empower individuals, fostering their independence and self-assurance through regular physical activity. Her aspiration is to motivate her community to lead happy and healthy lives for as long as possible.

Outside of work, you can often find Ash practicing what she preaches, whether that’s at the gym, on the beach, or trying her hand at surfing.

Ashleigh is available for Exercise Physiology consults at our Caloundra clinic.

Tom graduated from the University of Nottingham (UK) and has recently made the move over to Brisbane from London. He has extensive experience across the public and private sectors, having worked in orthopaedics and musculoskeletal physiotherapy since 2014. He has worked closely with some of the UK’s best orthopaedic surgeons; and knows that building strong inter-disciplinary relationships within the healthcare industry can only help enhance patient care and outcome.

Tom particularly enjoys treating lower limb and shoulder injuries, including post-operative rehabilitation. He prides himself on understanding the goals of his patients and working on treatment plans to help them achieve the best possible result.

Outside of physio, Tom enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle. Since hanging up his rugby boots, he’s turned his interests to strength & conditioning and, more recently, hacking his way around the golf course. He is keen to explore more of the East Coast and is gladly accepting recommendations.

Tom is available for physiotherapy consults at our Chermside and Springfield clinics.

Ben has been involved in the fitness industry for over 10 years as a personal trainer across a wide range of areas including musculoskeletal rehabilitation for acute and chronic conditions, cardiometabolic health and weight loss, strength and conditioning, bodybuilding and group fitness classes. He has completed two bachelor’s degrees in science (majoring in physiology, minoring in psychology) and Exercise and Sport Science and has recently graduated with his Masters degree in Melbourne. Ben is excited to be starting this next chapter of his life in Queensland.

During his university internships, Ben was involved in exercise prescription and delivery for various musculoskeletal, cardiometabolic, neurological, pulmonary, cancer, women’s health and semi-professional athlete populations in hospitals, private practices and a sports academy.

Ben is thankful for having had the privilege of experiencing, managing and overcoming numerous injuries himself (including a traumatic road accident requiring surgery for shoulder complications and numerous arm fractures, as well as lower back and knee injuries), which have not only improved his knowledge and application of rehabilitation on a personal level but have also built resilience and compassion for others experiencing pain and chronic conditions.

Ben has particular interests in musculoskeletal (particularly orthopedic) rehabilitation, cardiometabolic health (including weight loss), strength and conditioning, return to sport in athletes, and the link between mental health, pain and chronic conditions. Ben believes mindset is everything and has a strong focus on building relationships with clients to empower them to achieve sustainable, life-changing results, both physically and mentally.

In his spare time, you’ll find Ben enjoying his daily gym workouts, running, hiking, and other outdoor activities, song writing on guitar and piano, investing in personal development and staying up to date with the latest research to ensure his practice is evidence-based.

Ben is available for exercise physiology consults at our Gympie clinic.

Courtney is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian (APD) boasting over 10+ years of experience in the healthcare field, where she has worked extensively in both hospital and community settings. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) in 2011, and since then, she has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their health and nutrition goals.

With a particular focus on chronic disease management, weight loss, weight gain, and supporting individuals with disabilities, Courtney is committed to positively impacting her clients’ lives. She takes pride in fostering a healthy and positive relationship with food for those she works with.

Outside of her professional life, Courtney finds joy in various activities. She relishes spending time at the beach, camping amidst nature’s beauty, savouring meals at restaurants, exploring new destinations during her travels abroad, and cherishing quality moments with her family and friends.

Courtney’s warm and friendly personality ensures clients feel at ease during their sessions. She eagerly looks forward to collaborating with you on your improved health and nutrition journey.

Courtney is available for Dietitian consults at our Gympie clinic.

An avid endurance sports fan, Dan has been passionately treating patients of all ages and abilities in the Brisbane region for the past 15 years. Dan Holmes graduated with a Bachelor of Podiatry from Queensland University of Technology in 2007. Prior to Podiatry, he completed a Bachelor of Human Movement Studies majoring in Exercise Science at the University of Queensland.

He is very passionate about helping people to live their most active lives. Treating lower limb injuries is key to this. Dan has a special interest in bone stress and tendon injuries. He also has extensive experience prescribing custom orthotics recommending footwear and prescribing rehabilitative exercise plans to allow patients to return to sports and exercise.

Dan’s interest in foot health extends to general foot care, nail surgery and assessment of paediatric concerns.

Outside of work, Dan enjoys challenging himself mentally and physically by training and participating in Triathlons, Ultra distance trail running and adventure racing. Time in nature is important to Dan as he is passionate about the conservation of our natural world. He enjoys bushwalking and hopes to spend more time with his wife and two young girls exploring The World’s natural wonders.

Dan is Brisbane-born and bred and currently lives on the Northside with his wife and two daughters. He has a mild coffee addiction, so you may catch him getting his caffeine fix around the many local cafes.

Daniel is available for Podiatry appointments at our Chermside and Springfield clinics.

Tomomi – Pregnancy, Reflexology, Currently Studying Nutrition Pathway to the Present
I used to work as an office worker in Japan. I had been stuck on the chair in front of my laptop for many hours every day. I had always felt discomfort in my own body, such as headache, neck and shoulder tension, lower back pain……yes, same as you. That was very stressful. In that time, getting massages helped me relieve from such stressful days. I believe that being in good health is the most essential thing for enjoying our life. I became motivated to study health. Finally, I decided to change my career to pursue health and well-being for helping people and I have started to study
Remedial massage in Australia in 2018. The experience gave me confidence that my decision was definitely right. Currently, I’m studying nutrition, I want to keep developing my skills and studying health and well-being in the future. 

What are my treatments like?
Everyone has different issues and conditions. Depending on communicating with you, I will choose a combination of remedial techniques such as trigger points, myofascial release, and joint articulation, also using cupping, acupressure, reflexology, pregnancy massage and so on, for reducing pain and tension, also to relax your body and mind deeply.

What do I love about massage?
I believe that massage therapy has beneficial impacts not only on our physical condition
but also on our mental well-being. I love the moment of seeing the client’s happy smile after treatment. It makes me happy too.

Tessa has been practising massage and beauty therapy since 2020. After completing her Diploma in Beauty Therapy in 2019, Tessa then decided to develop her skills further and completed her Diploma in Remedial Massage in 2021. She is currently a member of the Massage Association of Australia.

Tessa is very enthusiastic about realistic and sustainable health and wellness and hopes to make a positive impact on her clients’ lives and well-being.

When not working you can find Tessa going for long walks in the sunshine, at the movies, or going to as many concerts as possible.

Tessa is available for in-clinic at Caloundra and Maroochydore Sports & Spinal as well as mobile remedial massage therapy across the Sunshine Coast.

Lexi graduated from Bond University with a Doctorate in Physiotherapy in 2016. She has since honed her skills across various physiotherapy disciplines including orthopaedics, pain management, and surgical rehabilitation.

Lexi has a deep passion for women’s health and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. She responsibly addresses all aspects of her client’s well-being and works diligently to create individualised treatment plans. Her aim is to empower clients to achieve lifelong independence and uphold their health with lasting solutions.

Lexi is available for physiotherapy consults at our Nambour clinic.

Ashley is an experienced physiotherapist who graduated from Stellenbosch University, South Africa in 2010. Ashley went on to complete her-graduate Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy (OMT) training in 2013 and was awarded the top case study for the year. This forms the basis of her clinical reasoning and hands-on treatment. She has also completed her Pilates Mat Training, allowing her to provide high-quality Pilates classes.

Ashley gained most of her experience working in the private sector seeing patients with a wide range of conditions. She is an empathetic and compassionate physio who works closely with her patients to get the best results and help them with their healing journey. Ashley enjoys treating neck and sacroiliac dysfunctions, post-mastectomy patients, and since becoming a mum of two littles, she has a special passion for working with women during pregnancy and during their post-partum recovery.

Outside of work, Ashley enjoys spending time outdoors with her family.

Ashley is available for physiotherapy appointments at our Caloundra and Kawana clinics.