Please note Alyza is currently on Maternity Leave. Alyza first became interested in Physiotherapy after gaining her blackbelt in karate and observing the many injuries that occurred to her training mates throughout the process. She completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Charles Sturt University, Albury. Alyza is a passionate advocate for physiotherapy management of conditions such as ACL tears and is always furthering her training in Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. Alyza is one of our CCMI trained Concussion Management Practitioners and provides Physiotherapy services to local sporting teams, including the Wanderers Rugby Union. She is also our Running and Strength

Cara graduated from RMIT University in Melbourne with a Bachelor of Health Science and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy). She has also completed further studies in vertigo, headaches and clinical pilates with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI) and Dry Needling with Manual Medicine Australia. Cara is passionate about all things sport, with recent experience competing in Olympic weightlifting. She has also worked closely with visiting NRL teams in Townsville, delivering pre-game treatment and support to professional athletes. Cara was inspired to study Osteopathy due to its holistic approach, her sporting background and her interest in healthcare. During

Catherine is originally from Canada but has worked all over Australia since graduating as a physiotherapist. She has degrees in Biology, Naturopathy and Physiotherapy. Catherine is a strong advocate of holistic treatment and endeavours to treat the cause of the problem, while also alleviating the symptoms. She has undertaken additional study in Clinical Pilates, Dry Needling, Cupping, Motor Control Retraining, Tendinopathy management, Visceral Manipulation, DNA health testing, Men’s Health, Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy, Long Covid support, Bone health nutrition, Neuroinflammation Management and Brain Health optimization, including completion of University of Tasmania’s Dementia Prevention course. Catherine offers physiotherapy and naturopathy appointments at

Chanduni believes that delivering comprehensive, personalised treatment is essential to helping patients achieve their individual goals. Her aim is to provide the highest quality care, to support clients in maintaining and enhancing their quality of life. She is originally from Sri Lanka, where she gained a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Physiotherapy from General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University and a Diploma in Sports and Exercise Science from the University of Peradeniya. Following graduation, Chanduni began her career as a physiotherapist at the Family Health Bureau under the Ministry of Health in Colombo, where she specialised in pediatric physiotherapy. Her

Please note Clara is currently on Maternity Leave. Clara grew up in Azul, a small town in Buenos Aires State, Argentina. She studied at Buenos Aires University, graduating in 2014, and speaks Spanish, English and basic Auslan. Clara worked in private practice treating musculoskeletal disorders, before moving to Australia. She met her FNQ born husband James while working in the Torres Strait and is happy to call Cairns home now. Clara is a passionate physiotherapist who is always learning and encourages our team to do the same, in her role as Lead Physiotherapist for the Wellness Embodied ‘Dizzy Clinic’. She

Danielle loves making our clients feel welcome when they walk through our clinic doors, advocating for Wellness Embodied and supporting our goal of making Cairns the healthiest city in Australia. Danielle grew up in Adelaide before making the move to sunny Cairns in 2001 to further her then career as a Chef. After spending 20 years as a chef, working in Cairns and the Middle East, she knew it was time to make a change to a more fulfilling job with a better work life balance, so she joined the Wellness Embodied team in 2019. In 2023 Danielle was the

Francesco graduated from the University of Vanvitelli in Naples, Italy. He began working in the aged care sector, specializing in neuromusculoskeletal disorders and hospice care. During this time, he also pursued further studies in osteopathy, attending courses in Rome and Florence. In 2015, he relocated to Australia to improve his English language skills and obtained a diploma in remedial massage therapy. Upon returning to Europe, he worked as a senior physiotherapist in England for 4 years, treating musculoskeletal patients within the NHS (National Health Service). In September 2023, Francesco returned to Australia, choosing Cairns as his new starting point. Francesco

Kate grew up in Cairns, before travelling and moving about, and eventually graduating from QUT in 2017 with First Class Honours. Kate has been a Crossfitter for a decade and has extensive experience coaching adults and children in this modality. Kate loves to find a way to meet a client where they are at and believes that everyone’s approach to exercise should be different. She enjoys helping CrossFitter’s improve their training outcomes, technique and reduce injury profiles. She loves to help patients with osteoporosis or osteopenia, mental health struggles, back pain and musculoskeletal issues. Kate is available for appointments at

Laura is originally from Spain. She has been living in Cairns for 5 years and has been a massage therapist for more than 3 years. Laura started in the beauty industry but soon wanted to learn more and have a deeper knowledge about the body and how to take care of it. In 2021 she studied remedial massage and since then she has continued her learning of new techniques. She offers clients a range of massage services and styles, including dry needling and lymphatic drainage massage, pregnancy massage and remedial massage. She also enjoys offering hot stone massage as she

Leisa graduated from University of Queensland in 1997. Since graduating, she has worked in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy in Australia and the UK, before focusing on Women’s and Pelvic Health in 2007. Leisa has a passion for helping women with all pregnancy niggles / pelvic girdle pain, prepare for birth (both vaginal and caesarean delivery) and helping them recover their pelvic floor, tummy and any discomfort after. She aims to treat the cause of the problem whilst relieving the symptoms. Leisa utilises a bottom up and top down approach to assist in calming the nervous system, normalise muscle tone including

Maigi is from Estonia, where she graduated from Tartu Health Care College in 2013. She obtained a master’s degree at the University of Tartu in 2015. She is passionate about helping people and enjoys working as a physiotherapist. Maigi has a special interest in vestibular rehabilitation and has completed a vestibular rehabilitation competency certificate in Australia, as well as a competency renewal course with U.S. faculty. She has undertaken extensive CPD in vestibular rehabilitation and she uses Vesticam infrared video goggles during sessions. She is also one of our Complete Concussions trained clinicians and assists people who have sustained a

Megumu is from Japan. Her journey in health care began after she suffered an injury while playing Volleyball in high school, this event led her to enroll in and obtain a Bachelor of Physical Therapy at the International University of Health and Welfare, so she can help other individuals in similar situations. She worked in a private hospital, treating neurological, cancer-related, musculoskeletal, and pediatric disorders. She moved to Australia to study and obtain a diploma in remedial massage to expand the range of her treatment and decided to start a new life as a physiotherapist in Australia. She believes that

Nadun is a dedicated physiotherapist who helps individuals overcome pain, restore function and build long-term confidence in movement. He takes a patient-centered, evidence-based approach, crafting tailored treatment plans that align with each person’s goals, lifestyle and physical needs. With a special focus on musculoskeletal injuries, Nadun treats neck, back, shoulder, hip and knee pain, as well as soft tissue injuries, ankle dysfunction and ACL rehabilitation, both pre/post-surgical and conservative. He also guides clients through strength and conditioning programs, aerobic fitness and functional training to support recovery and long-term wellbeing. When not at work, Nadun enjoys rugby, outdoor adventures, gym sessions

Nicolas grew up in Neuquen, a city located in the Patagonia region. He graduated with a BsC in Physiotherapy at Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, one of the oldest universities in South America. Before moving to Australia, he worked in private practice treating lower limb musculoskeletal disorders and as a sports physiotherapist in rugby teams. After moving to Australia, he developed a great interest in neurological and respiratory conditions. Nicolas is interested in treating patients with Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s disease, Cerebral Palsy, COPD, Cystic Fibrosis among other conditions. Nicolas has been a physio for four years. When not at work,

Phoebe is passionate about providing patient-centred and holistic care to individuals of all ages. Phoebe recently graduated with honours in her Physiotherapy degree down in Adelaide and is eager to bring her knowledge and enthusiasm to help clients achieve their health and movement goals. Phoebe values building meaningful connections with clients and empowering them to engage in the activities most important to them. In her spare time, Phoebe likes going for long walks on the beach with her dog, spending time with her closest friends and family, and café hopping searching for the best Matcha latte.

Novi joined the Wellness Embodied Administrative team in mid-2023. She is delighted to join a close-knit team like Wellness Embodied and looks forward to assisting and providing a positive experience for our clients. Originally from Indonesia, she’s been living in Australia since 2018. In her spare time she enjoys being outdoors, taking the dogs from the shelter for walks and photography.

Initially the sole practitioner at Wellness Embodied, Suzanne believes in the importance of a diverse team with multiple areas of expertise, to offer best practice health care to our clients and achieve our vision. Having previously suffered months of chronic pain and fatigue following a life-threatening bike accident in Sydney, she has experienced headaches, TMJ pain (and multiple facial fractures), rehab and the CTP process first hand, giving her a uniquely empathetic and knowledgeable standpoint when treating clients. Available for second opinion consults only, Suzanne’s areas of interest include Craniosacral therapy, TMJ, Headaches and Concussion. Her books are currently closed

Trudie Causer, a dedicated Administration Manager and Cairns native, embodies the essence of warm hospitality and commitment to Wellness Embodied. Renowned for exceptional customer service across diverse channels, she brings extensive experience from roles at Hearing Australia, The Cairns Post, and Telstra. Trudie’s accomplishments include Manager of the Year nomination, achieving Sales Team Leader distinctions and exceeding performance targets. A strategic leader, she successfully navigates change initiatives and implements programs for quality enhancement. Beyond her professional achievements, she enjoys exploring the tropics and spending time with family.

Yolly came to Australia 36 years ago from the Philippines and has worked in healthcare her whole life. Yolly is a Board licenced Midwife from the Philippines and obtained a Diploma of Management and Diploma in Practice Management in Australia, all while working as a Practice Manager. Yolly brings 24 years experience of medical administration and management to the Wellness Embodied team, with a wealth of experience in the accreditation process. Yolly is also an accredited NAATI Filipino Interpreter who has been contracted by the Department of Immigration for a number of years. Outside work, Yolly loves travelling, dancing and