MEET THE TEAM...
M.H.Sc. [Osteo], B.Sc [Clin]
Clinic Director
Registered Osteopath
Clinical Pilates Instructor
As an active, and very sporty teenager, Lizzie acquired various sports injuries. This lead her to seek attention and trial a whole range of health modalities and approaches. Osteopathy immediately impressed her with its holistic, hands on approach, knowledgeable practitioners and emphasis on considering the patient as a unique individual. Lizzie completed her Osteopathic qualifications at Victoria University in Melbourne in 2006.
Lizzie’s passion for Osteopathy stemmed from her desire to work with people and her interest in the science of the human body. She is a bubbly, enthusiastic Osteopath who always strives to get the best results for her patients. She incorporates a mainly structural approach with more gentle techniques when required. She is also trained in Advanced Dry Needling techniques and Cupping.
She takes a keen interest in common injuries and rehabilitation, incorporating the use of Clinical Pilates to complement her treatment. She has completed the Internationally recognised, Polestar Rehabilitation Clinical Pilates Certificate. Lizzie encourages patients to take an active role in their own health and wellbeing.
In recent years, she has developed a passion for the Osteopathic management and care in Pregnancy and enjoys assisting women throughout their pregnancy, giving strategies and exercises to use at home to reduce and relieve pregnancy related pain, instability and to prepare the body for labour. She has furthered her studies to include antenatal and postnatal Osteopathic Courses and additional Pregnancy Pilates courses.
When Lizzie isn’t at work you will find her chasing her busy toddler around, trying to squeeze in a Pilates or yoga class, baking something sweet or planning her next holiday.
B.App.Sci.[Osteo], M.Osteopathy
Clinic Director
Registered Osteopath
Pilates Instructor
Hayley graduated from the University of Western Sydney after completing her Masters in Osteopathy in 2002. After working in private practice she also returned to work with the University as a Clinician, helping train and educate the Osteopaths of the future.
Hayley has worked and provided locum support at a variety of clinics in Sydney, eventually setting up her own clinic in Pyrmont. After having children, she returned to raise her family in the Tasmanian lifestyle.
Hayley has a particular focus on treating headaches, neck and jaw problems. She has also done further study in the treatment of children and babies.
When she’s not at work, Hayley enjoys spending time in the garden and visiting the farm with her children.
Hayley is a member of Osteopathy Australia.
M.H.Sc.[Osteo] B.Sc. [Clin]
Registered Osteopath
Grad. Cert. Infancy & Neonatal Manual Therapy
Madeleine completed her Bachelor of Clinical Sciences and Masters of Osteopathy at Victoria University in 2009. Having practiced as an Osteopath in Albury, Wodonga, Madeleine returned to her hometown, Launceston, in 2012 and is enjoying spending time with her family and friends.
Madeleine is a friendly and compassionate Osteopath who enjoys treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions using a variety of approaches. She enjoys getting to know each patient and working with them to develop a treatment plan specific to the individual. Madeleine believes that no one case is the same and that all aspects of their lifestyle need to be assessed to form a holistic treatment plan. Madeleine encourages patients to take an active role in their treatment and is continuously developing her interest in functional exercise rehabilitation.
Madeleine uses a wide range of techniques including soft tissue massage, stretching and manipulations. She has completed her level one in GEMt Dry Needling, as well as more gentle techniques with her qualifications in Sutherland Cranial Technique and Balancing Ligamentous Tension.
Madeleine also has a keen interest in treating infants and children and has completed a Graduate Certificate in Infant and Neonatal Manual Therapy. She enjoys using a gentle approach to help address issues such as feeding, irritability and developmental delays.
Outside of work Madeleine likes to keep active in the outdoors and enjoys camping, water sports and travelling.
B.App.Sc.[ClinSc] B.Ost.Sc
Registered Osteopath
Sarah graduated with a Bachelor of Osteopathic Science from RMIT Melbourne in 2001. Prior to moving to Tasmania, Sarah worked within a busy, multidisciplinary medical practice in Melbourne. She enjoys the diversity of clinical practice and uses gentle soft tissue, articulatory and positional release techniques to facilitate relief from a wide range of complaints, including headaches and migraines.
Sarah's desire to optimise the health and vitality of her patients and young family led her to pursue further study into the field of Naturopathy, and she graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) in 2017. Naturopathy is a holistic and integrated approach to healthcare, that places an emphasis on preventative care, encouraging healthy lifestyle changes to restore balance to the body, thereby promoting long lasting wellness. Sarah is excited to be able to offer Naturopathy as an adjunct to her Osteopathic consults, providing practical, individualised dietary and lifestyle advice to her patients. When necessary, Sarah also prescribes appropriate herbal and nutritional formulae to further enhance the body’s natural healing potential.
Sarah is committed to extending her knowledge with advances in her field. She regularly attends industry training and incorporates this knowledge into her patients’ treatment.
Sarah, originally from Tasmania, returned to her home state in 2014 to raise her four children in a country lifestyle closer to family. She enjoys travel, nature, music and has a keen interest in developing a sustainable lifestyle through growing her own food.
M.H.Sc. [Osteo], B.Sc [Clin]
Registered Osteopath
Professional Certificate in Pain Science
Fiona completed her Bachelor degree in Clinical Science and Masters of Osteopathy at Victoria University in 2014. She is an AHPRA registered practitioner and a member of Osteopathy Australia.
Fiona enjoys treating using a range of techniques including soft tissue massage, stretching and joint mobilisation together with practical advice on rehabilitative exercises and lifestyle advice. She also uses dry needling and musculoskeletal cupping and finds them a successful adjunct to her treatment. Fiona loves to tailor her sessions to each individual’s needs and assisting in improving the health of a wide variety of patients.
Fiona has an interest in the treatment of chronic pain and has completed a Professional Certificate in Pain Science through the University of South Australia. She believes in helping people understand their chronic pain and working together to learn new skills and strategies to live well. Fiona also enjoys treating older patients and has a focus in the prevention of injuries due to her previous work with medical and work-related research teams at the Monash University Department of Forensic Medicine.
Fiona loves travel and has participated in health programs internationally, having previously volunteered in both in Kenya and Nepal. She also undertook a placement in India at a sports medicine clinic in her final year of University, assisting with the treatment of non-surgical cases and rehabilitation of Orthopaedic surgeries.
Originally from the North West Coast, Fiona enjoys living in Launceston and exploring all Tasmania has to offer with her family. Outside of osteopathy, you will find her tending to her plants, baking, enjoying a coffee and chasing after her young children.
BClinSc(Osteo) MOstMed
Registered Osteopath
Originally from Launceston, Grace completed her studies at Southern Cross University in northern NSW, graduating with a Bachelor of Clinical Science and a Masters of Osteopathic Medicine.
Grace has always had a passion for health and maintaining an active lifestyle, participating in a wide variety of sporting activities throughout her life. Grace discovered the benefits of osteopathy whilst recovering from her own sporting injury in her early teens. She has since had an ongoing interest in the intricate balance of structure and function within the human body and resonates strongly with the wholistic approach of osteopathy.
With a love for travel, Grace undertook a placement during her final year of study at a number of clinics across India. During this time she worked closely with other osteopaths and physiotherapists, treating non-surgical patients as well as supporting the rehabilitation of orthopaedic surgeries.
Grace enjoys using a diverse range of direct and indirect techniques that are tailored to suit each individual and their own personal health goals. She strives to work closely with patients to develop an ongoing management plan as well as empowering patients in their own health journey.
When not in the Body Focus clinic, Grace loves adventure, enjoying the laid back Tassie lifestyle and frolicking in the ocean with family and friends.
BAppSc(Osteo) BHSc
Registered Osteopath
Luka is a qualified and experienced Osteopath graduating from RMIT University. Luka spent his early years growing up in Tasmania prior to moving to Melbourne. He grew up playing football and high-level basketball.
Luka has worked with many sporting clubs over the years and this has given him a special interest in treating sporting injuries of various age groups. He enjoys treating a wide range of conditions, specifically shoulder and knee injuries.
Luka understands that every person is unique, which requires a tailored approach to their treatment and management plans. He believes that there is great importance in giving each patient a complete understanding of their musculoskeletal complaints and ways in which we can work together to achieve their goals.
Luka has obtained a Certificate in Level 1 Dry Needling and Cupping. He is registered with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency and is a member of Osteopathy Australia.
Luka is excited about returning to Tasmania and enjoying all that this wonderful region has on offer. Outside of the clinic you will find Luka running about playing football and basketball.
M.H.Sc.[Osteo], B.H.Sc.[Osteo]
Registered Osteopath
Bridget was born and raised in Melbourne. She grew up competing in athletics (sprinting) and enjoyed family holidays with her cousins. Bridget is a massive dog person, so she will always be interested to look at pictures or listen to stories about your fur baby (extra points for a kelpie).
Bridget loves to travel, being in nature, and trying new things. She travelled to Europe last year on her own and this highlighted how little of Australia she has seen. This is what motivated her to move to Tassie. Always having an active lifestyle and struggling with sporting injuries herself, this grew her passion to work in health. Bridget completed her Masters of Health Science (Osteopathy) at Victoria University, and worked in private practice in Melbourne for a couple of years. She enjoys learning how the body works and the tissue healing process, which allows her to tailor a management plan to patients needs. In the past, she has also been involved with a local football club and more recently worked in aged care.
Moving to Launceston, Bridget is excited to go on adventures exploring Tassie and finding the best café that does a matcha latte.
B.ExSc, B.HSc, and M.HSc(Osteo)
Registered Osteopath
Alexandra is originally from Launceston and thanks to her keen interest in health and fitness, studied a Bachelor of Exercise Science at the University of Tasmania. She completed an internship with a local soccer club, whilst also training young athletes alongside an Exercise Physiologist. Experiences in a sporting environment fostered her interest in injury prevention and rehabilitation, which led to the discovery of osteopathy and its holistic approach to health management.
Alexandra then went on to complete her studies in osteopathy at Victoria University. Whilst moving to the Melbourne CBD was a slight culture shock, she loved her time in Victoria.
Alexandra's Master's degree was a highlight, as it provided her with hands-on experience treating real patients from the community. She feels this is when she got my first real taste of being an osteopath – and absolutely loved it!
Since completing her studies, she has returned to Launceston and is eager to establish her career at Bodyfocus. Since moving back, she has enjoyed reconnecting with family and friends, settling into her new home with her fiancé, and staying active both in the gym and the outdoors.
Senior Receptionist
Rachael has completed a Certificate III in Office Administration and will this year celebrate 13 years of working with Bodyfocus.
Rachael loves every aspect of her position, helping make everyone’s experience at the clinic wonderful. She is ready and willing to help guide your queries in the right direction and help in any way that she can.
Rachael grew up in Launceston, Tasmania. She is the proud mum of her teenage son, Ashton, and Step mum to two sons, Jordan & Riley. Outside of work, Rachael enjoys spending time with her family, her border collie Archie and travelling around our beautiful state.
Receptionist
Danielle is a friendly face you will see working at Bodyfocus reception.
Danielle has 15 years of administration experience in various roles and organisations. She is a planner and loves to be organised. Danielle endeavours to assist the Bodyfocus team by making the day run flawlessly so patients can receive the best experience possible.
She loves going to the gym, cooking healthy food & caravanning around Tassie with her husband and 2 boys.
Danielle is more than happy to assist you any way she can!
M.H.Sc. [Osteo], B.Sc [Clin]
Clinic Director
Registered Osteopath
Pilates Instructor
Marshall grew up in Country Victoria, studying and working in Melbourne for 8 years, before moving to Launceston in 2009 and loves what the Tasmanian lifestyle has to offer.
Marshall gets great satisfaction in improving the health and well-being of patients suffering from both acute and chronic pain, especially headache sufferers. Marshall’s ability to communicate with people and make sure there is an understanding of their condition is an asset to his treatment and its success.
Marshall’s love of all sports and his understanding of the biomechanics behind differing sporting techniques makes his approach to treating sporting athletes of all levels effective. He has a broad understanding of the common injuries associated with different sports, unfortunately by experiencing most first-hand!
He has also undergone further training in treatment and management of tendon injuries, including the use of Shockwave Therapy.
Marshall uses a wide range of techniques, including soft tissue massage and stretching, trigger point dry needling, as well as gentle joint manipulation in addressing many of the structural problems that arise when people experience pain or discomfort. Most patients will be given stretches, strengthening exercises, or postural/ergonomic advice to provide long-term relief.
In 2014, Marshall completed a Certificate in Level 1 Rehabilitation in Pilates, and also further training with Polestar Pilates International in 2015 to aid his patients’ rehabilitation.
Marshall loves spending his time away from work with his young family (especially Queensland holidays), playing tennis or golf when he gets the chance, and working outside on his rural block.