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James Becerra

Founder

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science (Sport and Exercise Science)
Master of Physiotherapy

Why do I love what I do?

I love being able to help someone out of pain and get them moving again, the smile on that persons face when they expereince pain free movement makes it all worth it.

For me its about going above and beyond to treat the cause of the injury. Very rearly is the area of pain the cause of the problem. To stand out it takes a bold physio to analyse the movement and treat the cause, so that you can move without pain

Life achievements?

Marrying my beautiful wife who has helped me raise my gorgeous kids. I’ve also worked with many professional and semi professional football teams.

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Harrison Brown

Physiotherapist & Clinic Manager

Qualifications

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Why do I love what I do?

What I love is that no minute is the same, no injury is the same, no body is the same and no goal is the same. We are all unique and designed to move as we have been established to. I enjoy being someone that people can share their lows with and celebrate their highs with. This is what makes me so invested in my clients journey.

I love being a being a physiotherapist, however, my passion is about making sure that those that come to see me know that they are not on their own with their ambitions to achieve their goals.

I make it my mission to give each individual the best experience at each visit. It’s important to go above and beyond, to support people through their low moments, show direction to their ambitions and then share their joyful achievements or milestones.

To stand out, it is important to be different. Too often I see the downfalls to our society, where we are too busy to commit to our bodies. We are looking for a quick fix to move on with our hectic schedules. However, I like to treat the person and the true cause of the issue, rather than patching up an injury.

This comes through breaking it down and looking at how the body works as one. This is achieved through movement principles, hand on treatment and a multifactorial framework, as we all designed differently.

Life achievements?

I get great satisfaction from seeing people I have treated around the Eastern Suburbs who have a smile on their face, enjoying their daily life without pain or limitations with their movements.

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James Newbury

Physiotherapist & Clinic Manager

Qualifications

Bachelor Physiotherapy

Why do I love what I do?

I get to wake up every day and make a difference by helping people in their journey to achieve their goals and live life pain free. Life is better when you can do the things that bring you enjoyment. I am fortunate enough to be able to help people do that and have a laugh whilst doing it.
I take the extra time and give extra attention to ensure every box is ticked in an individual’s rehabilitation. Our bodies are complex, amazing machines and every part needs to work smoothly and in unison to ensure you can move the way your body is uniquely intended to.

Life achievements?

Backpacking through South America for 6 months – surviving living in the Amazon Jungle, tobogganing down erupting active volcanoes and paint balling in Pablo Escobar’s summer mansion. Treating Kelly Rowland Working as a physiotherapist on set of The Voice and Big Brother Playing 20+ years of AFL, cricket and rugby
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Emilie Kristin Torsvik

Physiotherapist

Qualifications

Introduction to Psychology (year study)

International bachelor in Physiotherapy and applied sciences from the Netherlands

Fall prevention course 

Shoulder dysfunction complaints in upper extremity athletes

Why do I love what I do?

I have always been fascinated in the human body and it’s capabilities, which goes hand in hand with my love for keeping up with an active lifestyle. I love what I do because I get to help people achieve their goals and make them confident in their own body. I am the most satisfied when you can take back control of your life, and when you understand what is going on in your body. The most important thing that I have realized over the last couple of years is that life is too short to be walking around with problems, when you could be out there doing the things that you love.

Life achievements?

Played handball on a national level in Norway, which made me travel all over my beautiful country for tournaments and games.

Moved out at the age of 16, which helped me mature and gain a lot of life experience at a young age.

Lived 7 years in the Netherlands, where I studied and worked as a Physiotherapist.

I speak more than 5 languages, currently learning Japanese.

Went on my first solo trip to Australia in September, which obviously has been the best decision so far!

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Sarah Willacy

Remedial Massage Therapist

Qualifications

Diploma of Remedial Massage
Dry Needling qualification
Bachelor of sport, Health and Physical activity

Why do I love what I do?

My passion for massage first began while playing soccer. Being injured made me realise how important massage is to recovery and maintaining health. Whether you play elite sport or not, everyone needs and deserves a massage.

I love helping people achieve their health goals whether that is moving better during daily activities or returning back to sport or general fitness through massage.

Life achievements?

Playing in the A-League Women’s for Adelaide United, Western Sydney Wanderers and Perth Glory

Attending Matildas camps and sitting on the bench for 2 friendly games against Chile. 

Working for Sydney Swans

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Gavin Fernandes

Physiotherapist

Qualifications

Bachelor Physiotherapy

Why do I love what I do?

I’ve always wanted to do something in my life where I am helping other people.

I get great enjoyment when I see someone’s face that is relieved of the pain they have in their joints or body.

Life achievements?

Lots of them and too many to list here.

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Andrew Dao

Physiotherapist

Qualifications

Master of Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Exercise Physiology

Why do I love what I do?

I love meeting and hearing stories from people from all different kinds of backgrounds and cultures. It makes me understand the person in front of me better, and allows me to learn something new each day. It’s so rewarding for me to teach people how to move correctly and efficiently to ultimately improve their performance in sports, work and normal daily activities.

Life achievements?

Leadership roles in University which have given me a family of friends. Representing China in Oztag and playing high-level grade of rugby and cricket. Getting a laugh or a smile out of someone everyday

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Abraham Ghanem

Clinic Manager and Physiotherapist

Qualifications

Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science

Master of Physiotherapy

Why do I love what I do?

Seeing people reach their goals is what drives me every day. I love taking my patients on a journey to reach capabilities they thought were not possible. Getting you out of pain is only the beginning, my job as a physiotherapist is to identify the root cause of your injury and to prevent the same issue happening again. I have a keen interest in new evidence- based assessment and treatment techniques; this allows me to be effective and efficient for my patients and get them back to doing the things they love sooner rather than later.

Life achievements?

Growing up I played Rugby league for the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs and I have worked extensively with the Cronulla Sharks Women’s Tarsha Gale and Harvey Norman teams.

I also managed to put a ring on my beautiful fiancé and have been planning a wedding for far too long.

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Nick Giovannone

Exercise Physiologist

Qualifications

Bachelors of Exercise and Sport Science (ACU) , Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology (ACU)

Why do I love what I do?

Being able to harness and apply the benefits of exercise as medicine is so fulfilling because it benefits individuals’ quality of life in so many different ways. I especially enjoy working with such a diverse range of clients and seeing the impact that exercise can have on one’s health and wellbeing.

Life achievements?

St George Junior Representative Rugby League

IFBB  Australiasian Championships – Classic Physique Novice Champion 2021

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Anton Barhy

Myotherapist / Remedial Massage Therapist

Qualifications

Bachelors Health Science, Diploma Remedial Massage and Diploma Laboratory 

Why do I love what I do?

I’m a passionate and driven person that can motivate others with my work, I just want my patients to leave the clinic happy, so they can do the things that they love doing without any setbacks. I’am always hustling with my work, surrounding myself with professional athletes, coaches, trainers and mentors that help me endeavor into becoming the therapist that I am. When you love what you are doing, you want to show others that they can do it too. Nowadays not only do I practice as a manual therapist, I am now teaching other therapists and students my skills that have helped everyone to their road of recovery. 

Life achievements?

Probably getting a laugh or a smile out of someone who is mentally beaten down.

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Khaled Assaad

Biomechanical / Sports Podiatrist

Qualifications

Podiatric Medicine (Western Sydney University)  

Why do I love what I do?

Khaled has completed his bachelors of Podiatric Medicine at Western Sydney University in 2020. Khaled has taken part in further biomechanical training covering dry needling, foot mobilisations, shockwave therapy, orthotic therapy and injection therapy. Khaled has completed clinical placements in Melbourne & Sydney which has given him a wider scope of biomechanical focus over the last few years. 

In conjunction to joining and participating in international seminars in 2022, Khaled aims to further his study in evidence based related methodologies to achieve further patient centred care and an improved quality of life to all his patients.

Life achievements?

Probably getting a laugh or a smile out of someone who is mentally beaten down.

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Peter Xenos

Physiotherapist

Qualifications

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Why do I love what I do?

What initially made me want to become a physiotherapist was my love of football. I picked up countless injuries and had a physiotherapist who I looked up to from a young age that made me appreciate and admire what he did.

I love what I do now as I enjoy helping people from all walks of life reach their potential by remaining pain and injury free. Playing a part in helping people achieving their goals is as good a feeling as you can get in my opinion.

Life achievements?

– Playing at a state level of football
– Playing in the NSW league 1 of youth football
– Travelling to parts of Europe, Asia and America already with more to come

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Joseph Abboud

Massage therapist

Qualifications

Qualified Remedial Massage Therapist
Myofascial Cupping Qualification

Why do I love what I do?

Subconsciously we seem to know when are cars need to be serviced, why not subconsciously service your body?

The love for my job comes from the desire of wanting to be better, whether the client is seeking relaxation, an escape from a busy lifestyle, are in acute pain or just want to improve themselves in sports or everyday life.

In our lives its very easy to just get caught up in the never ending and vicious cycle or repetition and looking after others that we forget to look after ourselves.

Seeing the relief on peoples faces and excitement in being able to take on new challenges or execute daily living in confidence is what continues to bring me back with a smile on my face.

Life achievements?

I’ve worked in numerous venues in hospitality for many years and have travelled a few times overseas. On my previous trip to Bali I climbed a volcano was an experience of a lifetime.

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Sharni Goldsmith

Customer Service

Qualifications

Making people smile

Why do I love what I do?

I love working in my clinic. We have a great motivating atmosphere and I think that really helps people coming in to help them get better and motivated to stay better. My passion is for helping people and seeing them get happier each time they come in because they are feeling better is a great thing to see.

Life achievements?

Moving overseas on my own at 18 and getting to live and travel in Europe for 5 years.

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Sophie Harrison

Admin & Marketing Integrator

Qualifications

Customer Service

Why do I love what I do?

I love working in positive environment, meeting and helping people.
My passion for helping people. I demonstrate this by really understanding what the patient needs and doing my best to help them.

Life achievements?

My family and 3 amazing children
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Dianne Yousseff

Client Service Manager

Qualifications

Customer Service

Why do I love what I do?

I love working in positive environment, meeting and helping people.
My passion for helping people. I demonstrate this by really understanding what the patient needs and doing my best to help them.

Life achievements?

My family

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