Since graduating as a Physiotherapist in 2009 from Curtin University in Western Australia, Zoe has worked in the musculoskeletal private practice. Zoe started her physio career in the Perth Hills where she grew up, prior to relocating to the Mornington Peninsula in 2015.

Dedicated to continued education and the quest to provide the best care for her patients lead Zoe to  completed her Masters in Sports Physiotherapy at Latrobe University – subsequently being awarded the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist title.

Physiotherapy is more than an occupation to Zoe. She has been a committee member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Committee – Victorian Chapter for the past few years and is committed to strengthening the profession to optimise patient outcomes.

Working alongside a team of like-minded health professionals, passionate about quality and evidence-based medicine as well as preventative care to optimise patient outcomes.

Zoe specialises in:

• Injury Management: diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal problems
• Clinical Exercise: to optimise your physical capacity to function at your best
• Rider Specific Consultations (including ridden functional assessment)

Lachlan completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy from James Cook University in Queensland in 2014.  Since then he has worked in private practice locally after moving back home to the Peninsula. Looking to continue building on his knowledge and skills, Lachlan has since commenced post-graduate studies through LaTrobe University, completing a Graduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, and is due to complete a Masters in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy by the end of 2021.

Lachlan is passionate about helping people from all walks of life understand what might be contributing to their problem, and working together on the best solution. He also feels physiotherapists have a responsibility to dispel the unfortunately numerous myths and misunderstandings around pain and injury so that people can get back to doing the things they love with confidence, and without fear.

Outside of work, Lachlan is a keen traveller and likes nothing better than getting lost in a new city, rubbing shoulders with locals in a mechanically dubious bus, or the feeling you get from making it to mountain passes you can only get to by foot.

Lachlan has also completed continuing education in:

• Spinal pain
• Persistent pain
• Sports injuries
• Dry needling

Qualifications

• 2014 – Bachelor of Physiotherapy (James Cook University)
• 2020 – Graduate Certificate Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Latrobe University)
• 2021 – Completing Post-Graduate Masters of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Latrobe University)

Hannah completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Monash University in 2009. She initially worked at Epworth Hospital in the Orthopaedic department before transitioning to private practice in 2012. In her professional journey, she discovered the effectiveness of combining manual therapy with Clinical Pilates to aid in her patients’ recovery. After completing her full Pilates accreditation through the APPI in 2015, she then completed the Masters degree of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy through La Trobe University in 2018.
Hannah is deeply passionate about teaching people to move confidently and return to their desired activities, addressing a wide range of musculoskeletal issues with a holistic approach. She works with individuals of all ages and abilities, focusing on helping them achieve their specific goals.
Her interest in running, coupled with her own experience as a runner, has led her to particularly enjoy injury management, recovery, and improving running performance for her clients.
Outside of the clinic, Hannah is a mother to an 18-month-old daughter named Harper. This experience has fueled her passion for helping women recover and regain fitness after pregnancy and childbirth.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Physiotherapy 2009
• APPI Clinical Pilates accreditation 2015
• Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 2018

Additional Postgraduate Training:
• Dry needling
• McKenzie Spinal Therapy
• Hip injury management
• Running biomechanics

Felicity is a registered yoga instructor, with specialist qualifications in both pre and postnatal yoga. She offers classes for women to come together in a safe and intimate environment, empowering them through the pregnancy and postpartum journey. She helps women prepare mentally and physically for the stages of pregnancy, birth and motherhood, as well as restoring and nurturing body and mind.

Felicity is also a qualified Hypnobirthing Australia™ practitioner. She offers the Positive Birth Program for mums-to-be and their birth partners, to prepare for a positive and empowered birth.

To make a booking, click here – www.avocadobaby.com.au

Tom graduated in 2007 from Charles Sturt University with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Podiatry) degree after earlier completing 2 years of a Human Movement/Teaching degree at Deakin University. Tom is particularly interested in sporting injuries of the foot and ankle, fracture management and nail surgery. Tom is endorsed for scheduled medicines and has completed training in the use of point of care ultrasound for both diagnostic and interventional purposes. Tom was the podiatrist for the Frankston Dolphins VFL Football Club from 2010 – 2012. Tom has always enjoyed sports including playing football for the Mornington Football Club along with running, swimming and tennis.

Amber graduated in 2010 from Charles Sturt University with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Podiatry) degree. Amber has worked for 9 years in the diabetic foot team at Monash Health and is particularly interested this area. She is also experienced in managing musculoskeletal injuries, dry needling, orthotic therapy, nail surgery, paediatrics and general podiatry.

With over 11 years experience, I look at the body like a map, to find the problems in the kinetic chains and biomechanics, to maximize the benefit of my massage treatments. I believe in the mind and body connection, and how the body responds to stresses. Also the link between a persons thoughts, attitude, behavior and how it affects their physical health.

I have also completed courses in sport and fitness education in Japan, specializing in aqua and hydrotherapy working in that field for over 10 years. I have an excellent understanding of sports and athletes to help with injury prevention, recovery and overall performance. Among my current clients I am looking after a lot of cyclists and triathletes.

My technique and skills
*Deep tissue
*Trigger point
*Cupping
*Dry needling
*Sports massage- pre/ post event
*Pregnancy- pre/ post
*Hot stone
*Chronic pain – neck/ shoulder, lower back pain, *migraines
*relaxation
I may use different techniques during the treatment, depending on the clients requirements and in the best interest of their body, performance and personal need’s.

Born and bred on the Mornington Peninsula, Fiona has been practising Psychology locally in various settings for 18 years. She has worked in education, vocational, disability and community health settings. For the past 8 years, she has worked in Private Practice and enjoys the flexibility and scope of work that it provides.

Fiona enjoys working with all age groups across the lifespan. She has extensive experience in a broad range of presenting issues in adults and has a special interest in working with primary aged children and adolescents.

Fiona provides treatment and support for:

• Depression, Anxiety and Phobias
• OCD
• Grief and Loss
• Adjustment issues
• Sleeping Difficulties
• Stress
• Trauma
• Bullying
• Learning Difficulties
• Self-esteem issues
• Drug and Alcohol problems