Marina is a dedicated physiotherapist with a bachelor degree in Physiotherapy from Australian Catholic University and a bachelor degree in Exercise Science with first-class honors from Griffith University. Her academic and clinical expertise is complemented by her passion for empowering clients to move and train safely while managing injuries or health conditions.

Marina has pursued extensive post-graduate training in women’s health physiotherapy, allowing her to treat a wide range of conditions, including pelvic organ prolapse, bladder and bowel dysfunction, stress urinary incontinence, advanced pelvic pain, sexual pain syndromes, and pelvic floor dysfunction related to exercise. She is also skilled in support pessary fitting and antenatal pelvic floor assessments to guide birth choices.

With a strong foundation in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, women’s health physiotherapy, and dry needling, Marina offers comprehensive care tailored to each client’s needs. She believes in educating her patients about injury prevention and helping them maintain an active lifestyle, encouraging movement and exercise in ways that are safe and sustainable.

Outside the clinic, Marina is deeply involved in the CrossFit community and loves staying active through diving adventures and running with her energetic Border Collie. Her passion for health and fitness extends to helping her clients achieve their goals, whether they’re returning to sport, managing pregnancy, or simply living pain-free.

Marina is available for General Physiotherapy and Women’s Health Physiotherapy appointments at our Runaway Bay and Broadbeach clinics. Let her help you move confidently and achieve your best.

Emily first completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy (First Class Honours) in 2018 in Perth, with her passion for women’s health physiotherapy starting in 2020 during several years of working in hospital settings treating a broad range of patient conditions. She has since gone on to complete several postgraduate courses in Pelvic Health, including a Graduate Certificate in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne.

While originally from WA, Emily has enjoyed living in the Sunshine Coast since early 2022 when she first joined our Sports & Spinal team. You’ll often find her outdoors enjoying nature – camping, paddle boarding or walking through a rainforest! Her passion for all things pelvic health, combined with her warm and friendly personality, is a source of encouragement for all her patients and matched by her drive to see excellent results via a comprehensive and methodical treatment approach.

Emily can treat and assist in antenatal and postnatal management, prolapse, reduced bladder and bowel control, bladder and bowel pain, pelvic pain conditions (e.g. painful intercourse, menstrual pain, endometriosis, interstitial cystitis); and rehabilitation support for gynaecological surgeries.

Emily is available for Women’s Health Physiotherapy appointments at our Maroochydore, Sippy Downs, and Buderim locations.

Ashley holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the Australian Catholic University and brings over 8 years of experience working in private practice. With advanced training in Women’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, she specializes in the treatment of various pelvic floor conditions, including pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence, pelvic pain, and pre- and postnatal care. Ashley is also qualified in fitting pessaries for managing pelvic organ prolapse, demonstrating her commitment to comprehensive care. Her passion lies in helping women lead a healthy and fulfilling life at every stage.

In addition to her expertise in women’s health, Ashley has a broad background in treating musculoskeletal conditions, with a particular focus on dance injuries—thanks to her 16 years as a competitive dancer. She is trained in Western acupuncture and dry needling, sports physiotherapy, and offers a range of Pilates techniques to support recovery and movement.

Ashley takes a holistic approach to patient-centered care, tailoring evidence-based exercise programs to ensure long-term management and optimal outcomes for each individual.

Ashley is available for Physiotherapy and Women’s Health appointments at Caloundra Sports & Spinal.

With over 16 years of experience in the field of Women’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, Jaime has been fortunate enough to work in the largest Maternity hospital in Australia at the Mater Mothers’ in Brisbane and Qld Health for 10 years, before going privately into her work with pelvic health. She has liaised alongside specialist Gynecologists, Urogynaecologists, Colorectal surgeons and Pain Doctors, and treated countless patients across the lifespan from teenage years to the elderly, both male and female.

Jaime has completed post-graduate study and many advanced courses in pelvic health; taught university students both on an undergraduate and postgraduate level; presented at international conferences; and headed the Allied Health teams for Persistent Pelvic Pain clinics in the areas of Endometriosis and Pelvic Mesh injuries.

Jaime loves working with all pelvic health clients in helping them to understand their conditions, to know their options, and champion them to take control of their rehabilitation to optimise their outcomes.

Jaime is qualified to fit pessaries for pelvic organ prolapse management, and is a qualified Level 4 DMA Clinical Pilates instructor as well, so individualised exercise prescription is a large part of her treatment approach.

Outside of work, you’ll find Jaime either spending bulk time with her dogs, practising Pilates, climbing a mountain, at any live music she can find (a sucker for RnB and the 90s!), or down at the beach.

Jaime is available for Pelvic Health appointments at our Baringa, Caloundra, Nambour, and Kawana clinics.

Gema holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Australian Catholic University. Gema is a musculoskeletal, pelvic and women’s health physiotherapist. Gema holds additional post graduate qualifications in women’s pelvic health, advanced dry needling and reformer pilates. She is also the former lead physiotherapist for the Aspley Hornets AFLW team and has previously worked with the AFLW Brisbane Lions team.

Gema’s favourite areas to treat include lower back, spinal, sacroiliac, pelvic and hip pain.

She is passionate in guiding women through their pregnancy and post partum/ post natal journey, addressing pelvic floor dysfunction or assisting women with pelvic organ prolapse. Gema understands women can be nervous to start their pelvic health journey and this motivates her to help women overcome their fears and achieve their desired outcomes. She is dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to get you symptom free and feeling good about yourself!

Gema is passionate about empowering everyone to play an active role in their health journey. She acknowledges that everyone is unique and designs bespoke treatment plans for each of her clients. She is determined to get you back to your optimal level of function so you can do what you love to do pain-free. Gema combines hands-on and exercise therapies to provide the best long-term approach.

On the weekend you will find Gema going to reformer pilates or gym herself, drinking coffee and walking her two dachshunds Penelope & Alfred”

Gema is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Chermside clinic.

Karis graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from James Cook University, Townsville. Karis grew up in Cairns before making the move to the Fraser Coast to see what it has to offer. Karis is a passionate Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist who has also completed further post-graduate training in Women’s Health Physiotherapy. Karis has a positive and enthusiastic approach to working collaboratively with her clients to optimize outcomes and achieve rehabilitation goals.

Karis is trained to treat antenatal and postnatal conditions, constipation, faecal incontinence, urinary urgency, urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and pelvic pain conditions.

Karis is available for Physiotherapy and Women’s Health appointments at our Hervey Bay clinic.

Zakkiyya completed her Physiotherapy degree in 2014 at the University of Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa. Zakkiyya owned her own practice and Pilates studio before relocating to Australia. She has experience in many fields including aged care, cardiopulmonary physio, and musculoskeletal physio.

Zakkiyya has a great interest in Clinical Pilates and rehab through exercise. Zakkiyya enjoys working closely with her patients and structuring programs that suit each individual best. She is a firm believer in a holistic approach to treatment so that together we can achieve more!

A motto that Zakkiyya likes to live by is that ‘It’s never too early or too late to work towards being the healthiest version of yourself!’ 

Outside of treating, Zakkiyya loves cycling, running, hiking, and pretty much anything involving outdoor sports

Zakkiyya is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Maroochydore clinic.

Emily first completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy (First Class Honours) in 2018 in Perth, with her passion for women’s health physiotherapy starting in 2020 during several years of working in hospital settings treating a broad range of patient conditions. She has since gone on to complete several postgraduate courses in Pelvic Health, including a Graduate Certificate in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne.

While originally from WA, Emily has enjoyed living in the Sunshine Coast since early 2022 when she first joined our Sports & Spinal team. You’ll often find her outdoors enjoying nature – camping, paddle boarding or walking through a rainforest! Her passion for all things pelvic health, combined with her warm and friendly personality, is a source of encouragement for all her patients and matched by her drive to see excellent results via a comprehensive and methodical treatment approach.

Emily can treat and assist in antenatal and postnatal management, prolapse, reduced bladder and bowel control, bladder and bowel pain, pelvic pain conditions (e.g. painful intercourse, menstrual pain, endometriosis, interstitial cystitis); and rehabilitation support for gynaecological surgeries.

Emily is available for Women’s Health Physiotherapy appointments at our Maroochydore, Sippy Downs, and Buderim locations.

With over 16 years of experience in the field of Women’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, Jaime has been fortunate enough to work in the largest Maternity hospital in Australia at the Mater Mothers’ in Brisbane and Qld Health for 10 years, before going privately into her work with pelvic health. She has liaised alongside specialist Gynecologists, Urogynaecologists, Colorectal surgeons and Pain Doctors, and treated countless patients across the lifespan from teenage years to the elderly, both male and female.

Jaime has completed post-graduate study and many advanced courses in pelvic health; taught university students both on an undergraduate and postgraduate level; presented at international conferences; and headed the Allied Health teams for Persistent Pelvic Pain clinics in the areas of Endometriosis and Pelvic Mesh injuries.

Jaime loves working with all pelvic health clients in helping them to understand their conditions, to know their options, and champion them to take control of their rehabilitation to optimise their outcomes.

Jaime is qualified to fit pessaries for pelvic organ prolapse management, and is a qualified Level 4 DMA Clinical Pilates instructor as well, so individualised exercise prescription is a large part of her treatment approach.

Outside of work, you’ll find Jaime either spending bulk time with her dogs, practising Pilates, climbing a mountain, at any live music she can find (a sucker for RnB and the 90s!), or down at the beach.

Jaime is available for Pelvic Health appointments at our Baringa, Caloundra, Nambour, and Kawana clinics.

Lexi is currently on maternity leave and will return to the clinic in 2026.

Lexi holds a Doctor of Physiotherapy from Bond University along with a Bachelor of Biomedical Science, specializing in Nutrition and Exercise. Throughout her career as a physiotherapist, she has cultivated a wide-ranging skill set across multiple disciplines, including Women’s Health, Orthopaedics and Surgical Rehabilitation, and Pain Management.

With a particular passion for Women’s Health, Lexi is committed to addressing conditions experienced by individuals across the lifespan, from adolescence to mature age. She has completed Clinical Pilates training, and she adeptly integrates this with her expertise in exercise and nutrition to enhance her clients’ health outcomes through targeted and individualized therapy.

Lexi is dedicated to a comprehensive approach to her clients’ well-being, meticulously crafting personalized treatment plans to meet their specific needs. Her overarching goal is to empower clients to achieve long-term independence and maintain their health with sustainable and effective solutions. Her practice emphasizes patient empowerment and education, ensuring clients are equipped with the tools and knowledge necessary for sustained health and well-being.

Born and raised in Australia, Montana graduated with First Class Honours from the University of Queensland. After completing her physiotherapy degree, she began working in a private sports and musculoskeletal practice. She further honed her knowledge and skills in manual therapy and soft tissue release techniques there. Montana also pursued additional training in dry needling and Western Acupuncture and became proficient in conducting regular Mat Pilates sessions.

Montana was fortunate to spend a couple of years in the UK, gaining invaluable experience in a private hospital in Northern England and private practice in central London. While working in the orthopaedic ward, she deepened her understanding of surgical procedures and protocols, establishing crucial relationships with some of the world’s leading surgeons. In London, Montana worked in the boutique health and fitness space, combining hands-on treatment with Dynamic Reformer Pilates. Her exercise prescription skills are a testament to the high-quality training she received overseas.

Since joining the team at Sports and Spinal in 2020, Montana has furthered her training in the Women’s Health and Persistent Pain space, completing Level 1 and 2 APA Women’s Pelvic Health courses and NOI Group Explain Pain courses. This has equipped her to work with pelvic health conditions and complex persistent pain presentations. She is excited to continue to grow and develop in these fields.

When Montana is not in the clinic, you will find her at the beach with her dog and husband, in her local Pilates studio, or in the kitchen cooking a feast for her friends. She is passionate about promoting a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Montana enjoys working with patients from diverse backgrounds and collaborates with the talented team at Sports and Spinal to help her patients achieve their goals.

Montana is one of our Lead Physiotherapists and is an Associate Partner.

She is available for Physiotherapy and Women’s Health appointments at our North Lakes and Redcliffe clinics.

Born and raised in Australia, Montana graduated with First Class Honours from the University of Queensland. After completing her physiotherapy degree, she began working in a private sports and musculoskeletal practice. She further honed her knowledge and skills in manual therapy and soft tissue release techniques there. Montana also pursued additional training in dry needling and Western Acupuncture and became proficient in conducting regular Mat Pilates sessions.

Montana was fortunate to spend a couple of years in the UK, gaining invaluable experience in a private hospital in Northern England and private practice in central London. While working in the orthopaedic ward, she deepened her understanding of surgical procedures and protocols, establishing crucial relationships with some of the world’s leading surgeons. In London, Montana worked in the boutique health and fitness space, combining hands-on treatment with Dynamic Reformer Pilates. Her exercise prescription skills are a testament to the high-quality training she received overseas.

Since joining the team at Sports and Spinal in 2020, Montana has furthered her training in the Women’s Health and Persistent Pain space, completing Level 1 and 2 APA Women’s Pelvic Health courses and NOI Group Explain Pain courses. This has equipped her to work with pelvic health conditions and complex persistent pain presentations. She is excited to continue to grow and develop in these fields.

When Montana is not in the clinic, you will find her at the beach with her dog and husband, in her local Pilates studio, or in the kitchen cooking a feast for her friends. She is passionate about promoting a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Montana enjoys working with patients from diverse backgrounds and collaborates with the talented team at Sports and Spinal to help her patients achieve their goals.

Montana is one of our Lead Physiotherapists and is an Associate Partner.

She is available for Physiotherapy and Women’s Health appointments at our North Lakes and Redcliffe clinics.

Marina is a dedicated physiotherapist with a bachelor degree in Physiotherapy from Australian Catholic University and a bachelor degree in Exercise Science with first-class honors from Griffith University. Her academic and clinical expertise is complemented by her passion for empowering clients to move and train safely while managing injuries or health conditions.

Marina has pursued extensive post-graduate training in women’s health physiotherapy, allowing her to treat a wide range of conditions, including pelvic organ prolapse, bladder and bowel dysfunction, stress urinary incontinence, advanced pelvic pain, sexual pain syndromes, and pelvic floor dysfunction related to exercise. She is also skilled in support pessary fitting and antenatal pelvic floor assessments to guide birth choices.

With a strong foundation in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, women’s health physiotherapy, and dry needling, Marina offers comprehensive care tailored to each client’s needs. She believes in educating her patients about injury prevention and helping them maintain an active lifestyle, encouraging movement and exercise in ways that are safe and sustainable.

Outside the clinic, Marina is deeply involved in the CrossFit community and loves staying active through diving adventures and running with her energetic Border Collie. Her passion for health and fitness extends to helping her clients achieve their goals, whether they’re returning to sport, managing pregnancy, or simply living pain-free.

Marina is available for General Physiotherapy and Women’s Health Physiotherapy appointments at our Runaway Bay and Broadbeach clinics. Let her help you move confidently and achieve your best.

Lucy graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at the University of Queensland, where she also conducted research alongside a world-renowned Physiotherapist. Lucy is passionate about delivering holistic patient-centred care and establishing individualised rehabilitation programs so that you can achieve your goals and return to the things you enjoy in life sooner. Lucy is devoted to continuously expanding her skill set and knowledge so that she can provide superior treatment to every patient.

Lucy can assist with questions and concerns related to pre and post-natal incontinence, pelvic floor muscle strengthening and relaxing, endometriosis, menopause, pelvic pain conditions and other bladder and bowel dysfunctions. She has also completed advanced training in pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, birth choices and pessary fitting. She is very passionate about delivering you the latest research-based treatment and empowering you with the knowledge and exercises to achieve your goals.

Lucy is available for Women’s Health Physiotherapy appointments at our Broadbeach and Runaway Bay clinics.

Emily first completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy (First Class Honours) in 2018 in Perth, with her passion for women’s health physiotherapy starting in 2020 during several years of working in hospital settings treating a broad range of patient conditions. She has since gone on to complete several postgraduate courses in Pelvic Health, including a Graduate Certificate in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne.

While originally from WA, Emily has enjoyed living in the Sunshine Coast since early 2022 when she first joined our Sports & Spinal team. You’ll often find her outdoors enjoying nature – camping, paddle boarding or walking through a rainforest! Her passion for all things pelvic health, combined with her warm and friendly personality, is a source of encouragement for all her patients and matched by her drive to see excellent results via a comprehensive and methodical treatment approach.

Emily can treat and assist in antenatal and postnatal management, prolapse, reduced bladder and bowel control, bladder and bowel pain, pelvic pain conditions (e.g. painful intercourse, menstrual pain, endometriosis, interstitial cystitis); and rehabilitation support for gynaecological surgeries.

Emily is available for Women’s Health Physiotherapy appointments at our Maroochydore, Sippy Downs, and Buderim locations.

Poonam is an experienced physiotherapist with over 14 years in the field. She holds a degree from the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa, and takes pride in delivering evidence-based treatments after a thorough assessment of each patient’s condition. She has also earned her Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy (OMT) certification with top honours and advanced her skills with various certifications, including dry needling.

Poonam has extensive experience in treating pelvic floor dysfunction in all genders, focusing on, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, and post-surgery rehabilitation.

She is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association, AHPRA, and the World Association of Sexual Health.

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

Poonam is available for General Physiotherapy and Pelvic Health 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 and paediatric bladder and bowel issues. Natalie has also completed additional training in dry needling.

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.