Our Staff.

With over 20 years experience in private practice, Peter has a special interest in the treatment of headaches and migraines, as well as Pilates classes & courses.

• Professional Achievements: Certified Pilates Instructor (APPI), Pilates Studio Instructor (Polestar)
• Qualification: Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)
• Memberships: Australian Physiotherapy Association – including Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Group, Sports Physiotherapy Group and Physiotherapy Business Australia

After working in private practice for 15 years, Veronica returned to University to complete a Masters of Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy with exemplary results. Veronica has a special interest in treating TMJ (jaw) dysfunction.

• Professional Achievements: 2015 Winner of the Patricia Trott Prize, Brooks Running Prize and Marie Hammond Award after completing a Masters of Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapy
• Extra Studies: Pilates Mat Instructor (APPI)
• Qualification: Titled APA Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapist, Masters of Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapy, Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) Honours
• Memberships: Member of the Panel for Internal Review with the Australian Physiotherapy Council, Australian Physiotherapy Association

Marelle has undertaken further education in the treatment of Tendinopathy, Chronic Pain, and Mindfulness Meditation, and is a Titled APA Pain Physiotherapist. She also enjoys helping those with more complex conditions to improve their movement.

• Extra Studies: Qualified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction facilitator (Openground, Australia & Centre for Mindfulness, UMass Medical School USA) Health Coaching (HCA Model of Health Change, Australia), Neuroscience based pain education (NOI group Australia) Certified Pilates Instructor (APMA)
• Qualification: Titled APA Pain Physiotherapist, Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)
• Memberships: Openground Associate, Australian Physiotherapy Association, Mindfulness Teachers Network (SA)

After practicing as a Physiotherapist for over 20 years in Australia and the United Kingdom, Catherine treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including rib pain and the thoracic area, pelvis misalignment and TMJ (jaw) pain. She uses Dry Needling as well as traditional hands-on treatment.

• Extra Studies: Thoracic Ring Approach & Sporting Pelvis with Dr LJ Lee, Discover Physio Series (Connect Therapy) with Dr LJ Lee, Dean Watson Headache Course, APPI Pilates Accredited
• Qualification: Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)
• Memberships: Australian Physiotherapy Association

Jacqui is passionate about helping people improve their movement, whether they are recovering from surgery, or returning to high level sport. She particularly enjoys teaching Pilates, and working to resolve shoulder pain or injury.

• Professional Achievements: 2011 Master of Physiotherapy (Graduate Entry) winner of the Ruth Grant Prize for Academic Excellence, 2008 graduated with Summa Cum Laude (highest Honours) and Dean’s list Honours
• Extra Studies: Certified Equipment & Matwork Pilates Instructor (APPI); Neuromuscular dry needling – beginner, intermediate and advanced levels
• Qualification: Bachelor of Science (Pre-Physical Therapy Option), Master of Physiotherapy (Graduate Entry)
• Memberships: Australian Physiotherapy Association

As a Titled APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Felicity has experience in a wide range of injuries and conditions, with a particular interest in the treatment of headaches, migraines, TMJ (Jaw) Dysfunction and sports injuries.

• Professional Achievements: Winner of the Marie Hammond Award
• Extra Studies: Assessment and treatment of the Saroiliac joint, TMJ and Spinal Manipulation during Masters qualification, Pilates training (Polestar), Dry Needling, Muscle Energy techniques for thoracic spine & pelvis, Assessment of Pelvis with Dr LJ Lee
• Qualification: Titled APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Master of Sport & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Bachelor of Physiotherapy
• Memberships: Australian Physiotherapy Association

Sam became a Physio to combine his interests in health, sport and the human body. In addition to common conditions like back and neck pain, shoulder pain, or headaches, Sam has expertise in sporting injuries, and he particularly enjoys assessing and treating knee injuries.

• Professional Achievements: Winner of the Audrey Simpson Prize (highest academic achievement in Acute Care in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy)
• Extra Studies: Australian Physiotherapy Association Sports Physiotherapy Level 1, Neuromuscular Dry Needling Level 1, The Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute Matwork Level 1
• Qualification: Masters of Advanced Clinical Physiotherapy (Sports), Bachelor of Physiotherapy
• Memberships: Australian Physiotherapy Association, Life member of the Golden Key International Honour Society

Katina is a Titled APA Sports Physiotherapist, and loves helping improve her patients’ movement patterns and rehabilitating their injuries.

• Professional Achievements: APA Titled Sports Physiotherapist, Olympic Games Voluntary Physiotherapist
• Extra Studies: Pilates Instructor (APPI & Polestar), Level 2 Advanced Dry Needling Seminar,
  SPA Level 3 Sports Physiotherapy Course at Australian Institute of Sport
• Qualification: Titled APA Sports Physiotherapist, Masters of Sports Physiotherapy, Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)
• Memberships: Australian Physiotherapy Association Sports & Exercise National Group

Imogen sees people experiencing a wide range of musculoskeletal issues. She works with an evidence based focus and modern treatment methods, and can provide hands on treatment and guided exercises to her patients.

• Professional Achievements: 2018 winner of the Geoffrey Maitland Prize (highest aggregate mark in Primary and Ambulatory Care in Physiotherapy and Advanced Rehabilitation in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy)
• Extra Studies: SA Sports Medicine Association Level 1 Sports Trainer Accreditation
• Qualification: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (receiving two University Merit Awards)
• Memberships: Australian Physiotherapy Association, Life Member of the Golden Key International Honour Society

Neralie is a Clinical Psychologist who works with individuals whose lives are affected by a range of psychological difficulties. Over the past 10 years, she has also gained extensive experience in psychological treatments for insomnia and other sleep problems.

• Extra Studies: PhD, thesis “Sleep Restriction Therapy as a transdiagnostic intervention for insomnia and anxiety in middle school”
• Qualification: Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), Master of Psychology (Clincical), PhD
• Memberships: Australian Psychological Society, Australian Association for Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy, Australasian Sleep Association

Nathan is one of the founders of iNform Health & Fitness and has been helping people achieve greater health for over 15 years.

Dave works with those needing a sports-specific approach to exercise or injury rehabilitation, as well as those simply wanting direction in their training. He enjoys helping people achieve their goals, and particularly enjoys working with shoulders and shoulder injuries.

• Qualification:  Bachelor of Applied Science, ESSA Accredited Exercise Physiologist
• Memberships:  Exercise and Sport Science Australia

Greg sees people experiencing a wide range of musculoskeletal issues. He uses an evidenced-based approach to treatment aimed at achieving long-term results. With Greg, you can expect a mixture of hands on treatment, education and exercise programs tailored to meet your goals.

• Academic Achievements: Chancellors Letter of Commendation (Top 5% of division): 2015, 2016, 2017 & 2018; University Merit Award (Top 15% of division): 2014; First Class Honours (2017/2018)
• Extra Studies: SASMA Level 1 Sports Trainer
• Qualification: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
• Memberships: Australian Physiotherapy Association; Golden Key International Honour Society member

Danielle graduated from a Bachelor of Podiatry in 2002. Over the past two decades, Danielle has gained experience in a broad range of clinical settings within private practice. From general biomechanics to aged care and community health in a rural setting.

• Professional achievements: Awarded the J R Pickering prize in Appliances 2001 (highest aggregate mark in the courses Podiatric Appliances 300 & 301)
• Qualification: Bachelor of Podiatry, graduating in 2002, University of South Australia
• Membership: Member of the Australian Podiatry Association.

Jacinta combines her clinical exercise prescription with a holistic mind-body approach. She is currently completing a PhD exploring the benefits of mindfulness combined with movement (e.g., yoga) on mental and physical health. As such, her prescription has a strong focus on biomechanics, alignment, yoga and mental health.

• Professional Achievements: Accepted PhD Candidate at University of South Australia, Chair of the Exercise Sports Science Australia (ESSA) SA Chapter
• Extra Studies: 200HR Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Qualification, Trauma Sensitive Yoga Training
• Qualification: Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Bachelor of Health Science (Honours; First Class)
• Memberships: Exercise Sports Science Australia, Life Member of the Golden Key International Honour Society

Steph is passionate about building lasting relationships with her patients to help them build the foundation for a healthy and active life from the ground up.

• Professional Achievements: Winner of the Podiatry Staff Prize for Clinical Excellence
• Extra Studies: Dry Needling for the Lower Limb
• Qualification: Bachelor of Podiatry
• Memberships: Australian Podiatry Association

Grace sees people with a wide range of Chronic Health conditions. She also has a passion for NDIS and paediatric clients.

• Extra Studies: Certificate IV in Fitness
• Qualification: Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology
• Memberships: Exercise Sports Science Australia Member

Rachel is the Practice Manager for our Malvern premises. She enjoys interacting with patients face to face, as well as being responsible for managing the behind the scenes happenings of the practice.

Rachel’s background is in customer service, and prior to having children was a chef! She still loves her cooking, and has a soft spot for animals of all kinds.

• Professional Achievements: Received the Barbara Meredith Memorial prize (as part of Certificate IV), Winner of the Pride of Workmanship Award (Best Health & Fitness) from the Unley Road Association
• Qualification: Certificate IV in Frontline Management
• Memberships: Practice Managers Association of Australia

Jack sees people with a wide range of chronic health conditions. He also has a passion for musculoskeletal rehabilitation, pain management, metabolic disorders and assisting development of functional strength.

• Qualification: Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology
• Memberships: Exercise Sports Science Australia Member

Elyse helps educate clients and other businesses on the services we provide, our staff members and the clinic in general. She is currently based at our Magill clinic where she is the Practice Manager and keeps things running smoothly.

She helps manage our digital presence, as well as distributing information throughout the clinic and planning future promotions and courses. Elyse also works with patients directly to facilitate bookings and undertakes administrative tasks.

• Extra Studies: Diploma of Marketing & Communication, Certificate IV in Frontline Management
• Qualification: Bachelor of Design (Visual Communications)

Georgia helps patients make appointments, schedule classes and find out more information about our services. When she’s not at Move, she’s busy studying Psychology & Marketing at Flinders University.

Eleanor helps patients make appointments, schedule classes and find out more information about our services. When she’s not at Move, she’s busy studying a Bachelor of Podiatry at UniSA.

Hazel is the longest serving staff member at Move for Better Health™, with over 20 years of service at the clinic.

Hazel enjoys helping patients understand our services, classes and courses, as well as organise their bookings and payments. You’ll see Hazel in the clinic at varying times during the week.

Isaac is part of Move for Better Health’s reception team. You will see him at Malvern assisting our patients and staff with appointments, payments, and other general information.

Isaac is currently in his second year of studying Physiotherapy at UniSA, and is excited to already be working at an allied health clinic, helping patients with their administrative needs.

In his spare time, Isaac is a talented competitive runner who recently won the National U20 Boys Australian Cross Country Championships (1x2km and 2x3km) event.

Chelsea is based at Move for Better Health’s Magill practice, and helps patients manage their booking and payments, and answers any questions they may have.

Outside of work, Chelsea is a second year Physiotherapy student at UniSA and enjoys working in an allied health clinic while completing her studies.

Chelsea also enjoys playing and umpiring Netball, and won ‘Umpire of the Year’ at her club in 2015!