About Me
I graduated with a Doctor of Physiotherapy from the University of Melbourne, and worked in a private practice in Sydney, before moving back home to Melbourne to further my skills as a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. I have undertaken further training in Dry Needling and Pelvic Health, and am a Certified APPI Equipment Pilates Instructor.
In my high school years, I spent several years as a dancer, as well as competing at a national level in Sport Aerobics. In 2021 I discovered my true passion for performance when I began training in Aerial Silks. What began as a hobby has since grown into a passion, and I now perform and compete on both Aerial Silks and Straps. With a deep understanding of the physical demands of Aerial Arts, particularly on the pelvic floor, I aim to provide targeted, holistic, and empathetic care, to help my clients return to what they love.
For the last few years I have been working primarily as a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, including working with pre and postnatal women, and those with continence issues, as well as hip and pelvic conditions. I am particularly interested in helping artists return to performance postpartum, by utilising my knowledge and experience in Aerial Arts to help develop effective return to performance programs.
I strive to get to know my clients, and bring an element of empathy and compassion to my care. I believe that exercise rehabilitation is pivotal to help improve both physical and mental health, and promote long-term recovery. I have an integrated, evidence-based approach to treatment, which combines manual therapy techniques and exercise therapy including clinical pilates, to ensure my clients achieve optimal outcomes.
Outside of work, I enjoy walking my cavoodle Charlie, watching movies with my fiancé, and spending time up in the air training for Aerial performances.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science - University of Melbourne
Doctor of Physiotherapy - University of Melbourne
APA Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Level 1 and 2
Women’s Health Teaching Association Advanced Pelvic Floor: Prolapse and Stress Urinary Incontinence and Pessary Insertion
APA The Foot and Ankle in Sport and Dance
Precise Points Advanced Dry Needling
APPI Certified Pilates Equipment Instructor