About Us

Deborah Mooney

Director / Senior Physiotherapist

Registered Physiotherapist (APA Member)

Qualifications

• B.App.Sc. (Medial Radiation Sciences – Radiation Therapy)
• Master of Physiotherapy

Courses

• APA Sports Physiotherapy Level 1
• Integrated Dry Needling (Andrew Hutton) – Level 1 & 2
• APA Sports Taping / Kinesio Taping / Rock Taping
• Mulligan’s Concept – Upper & Lower Quadrant
• Dean Watson Headache Course -Level 1
• McKenzie Institute Part A and B
• Hip Differential & Prescriptive Diagnosis with Trish Wiseby-Roth
• 3D Assessment & Treatment of Cervical/Thoracic Spine & Ribs with Trish Wisbey-Rot

About Deborah

Deborah is a Sydney University Masters Graduate of Physiotherapy. Being a keen dancer growing up in the Hills area Deborah has also completed her Major 3 level in Ballet (Australian Dance Assessment Program) and has always been intrigued by the human body and how it works.

As a dance teacher, Deborah is also keen to make sure she is able to educate her clients about their body and how it functions. This includes participating in continued education where Deborah is now proficient in Dry Needling and K-taping.

Deborah’s focus has now changed to competitive powerlifting and is excited to be able to combine and share her skills in dance with her strength from powerlifitng. Outside of the office Deb enjoys snowboarding and playing with the resident Inspired Physio mascots, Bob the dog (a large but friendly mastiff x boxer) and Maple (a 6 year old pure bred Australian Shepard).

Sara Andriejunas

Senior Physiotherapist

Registered Physiotherapist (APA Member)

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Human Movement – University of Technology, Sydney
• Master in Physiotherapy – Sydney University
• Integrated Dry Needling (Andrew Hutton) – Level 1 & 2
• Neurokinetic Therapy – Level 1

Extra Courses

• APPI Clinical Pilates Levels 1 (lumbo-pelvic) and 2 (scapula-throacic)
• AMTA Treatment of Spine and Pelvis Dysfunctions Level 1
• APA Sports Physiotherapy Level 1
• APA Plaster/Fiberglass casting for upper/lower limb fractures

About Sarah

Sara completed her Master of Physiotherapy from The University of Sydney. She has been dancing for over 25 years and still performs regularly in professional Brazilian Samba with ‘Samba Brazil Entertainment’ and also works commercially for ‘The Showmasters Co’ and Sassy Entertainment.

Growing up she trained in jazz, contemporary, modern, cheerleading, BJP physical culture and went to school at Newtown Performing Arts for ballet and contemporary. Over the years Sara has been a cheerleader for the Wests Tigers, Parramatta Eels and Sydney Kings and has danced for a variety of events and shows.

Sara taught Physical Culture and was a National Opera House Finalist for all years she competed. This varied background in dance has all led to a passion for dance physiotherapy and helping girls improve their technique as well as injury prevention. With a particular interest in foot and ankle injuries, Sara loves to work with dancers of all styles as well as general population to help deliver individual and specialised movement based therapy.

Special interests

When not dancing Sara has a passion for all things travel, running, going to the beach and interior designing.

Nicole Axford

Physiotherapist

Registered Physiotherapist (APA Member)

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Human Movement- Macquarie University.
• Doctor of Physiotherapy- Macquarie University
• Diploma of Rehabilitation Pilates (Polestar)
• Cert IV in Mat work Pilates (Polestar)

Courses

• SMA Sports level trainer Level 1
• SMA Sports taping

About Nicole

Nicole completed her Doctor of Physiotherapy at Macquarie University. She has been teaching mat and studio Pilates for the last 6 years, and during that time has become passionate about using movement to empower individuals to become the best version of themselves.

Nicole has always been passionate about dance and sport. Growing up she was a keen ballet dancer and also enjoyed competitive netball, running and athletics. She recently undertook an internship with the NSW Swifts Academy netball team and has enjoyed working with the athletes to prevent and manage injuries while optimising performance.

Nicole has also worked with the Manly Sapphires Premier League Netball teams and Manly Netball Association. She is interested in lower limb tendon injuries and has completed a research project investigating tendon pathology in the NSW Swifts netball team.

Nicole is enthusiastic about working with individuals to help them achieve their movement goals.

When Nicole isn’t in the clinic Nicole enjoys running, going to the beach and spending time with family and friends.

Juliet Ridge

Physiotherapist

Registered Physiotherapist (APA Member)

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Physiotherapy – Macquarie University
• Bachelor of Health Science (Sport and Exercise Science) Western Sydney University
• Diploma of Performing Arts (Dance) – Principal Academy of Dance
• Certificate in Ballet teaching studies – Royal Academy of Dance

About Juliet

Juliet graduated with a Doctor of Physiotherapy from Macquarie University, following attainment of a Bachelor of Health Science (Sport and Exercise Science) from Western Sydney University.

Juliet is also a registered Royal academy of Dance ballet teacher, with over 11 years experience providing dance specific conditioning. Her love for dance began with ballet over 20 years ago and expanded into many styles such as contemporary, jazz and acrobatics. After high school, her training specialised in contemporary while completing full time dance in Western Australia. She performed in various performances, competitions and charity events across Sydney and Perth during this time.

Juliet is passionate about injury prevention and helping others to perform at their best for all activities. Outside of the clinic and dance, she loves any activities that get her out into the sun like roller skating and bush walks.

Kristy Norvall

Exercise Physiologist

Accredited Exercise Physiologist / Accredited Exercise Scientist (ESSAM)

Qualifications

• Master of Exercise Physiology (The University of Sydney)
• Bachelor of Sport & Exercise Science – Major in Exercise Rehabilitation (University of Technology)
• Diploma of Fitness
• L2 Advanced Boxing Course
• L1 Boxing Course
• Certificate of Nutrition & Diet
• Certificate IV Fitness (Personal Trainer)
• Certificate III Fitness (Gym Instructor)

Extra Courses

• APPI Equipment Level 1 (Lumbo-pelvic) and 2 (Scapulo-thoracic)
• APPI Matwork Level 1
• The Women’s Health Collective
• Exercise Physiology & Exercise Programming for Pregnancy
• Postnatal Considerations Prolapse & DRAM – Exercise Management
• PhysioRehab – CRP1: The Knee
• BEAT IT – Australian Diabetes Council’s Physical Activity & Lifestyle Program

About Kristy

Kristy is a graduate of the The University of Sydney with a Master in Exercise Physiology. As an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Exercise Scientist Kristy’s philosophy is to use movement as medicine and help people improve their physical function so that they can live their best life.

Kristy grew up playing competitive netball and touch footy which led her into a career within the health and fitness industry, starting out as a personal trainer in 2009 leading fitness classes and one on one sessions at a number of gyms within the Hills district. Now as an Exercise Physiologist, Kristy is passionate about working with clients with varying complex health conditions / disabilities such as stroke and Cerebral Palsy and chronic injuries such as post orthopaedic surgery. Kristy has special interests in Neurological rehab and Women’s Health.

When Kristy isn’t at the clinic she enjoys spending time with her family and fur baby Evie!

Jess Cook

Receptionist

Jess is currently in her second year of studying a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the Australian Catholic University. She enjoys working as a receptionist at Inspired Physio as it compliments her studies. When out of the clinic, Jess enjoys playing water polo, powerlifting and spending time with family and friends.

Caitlin O'Brien

Receptionist

Caitlin is completing a Bachelor of Health Science at Western Sydney University and enjoys working at Inspired Physio as it is towards the field she’d like to go after studying. When out of the clinic she enjoys the gym, the beach and hanging out with her friends and her dogs.

Cindy van de Mortel

Receptionist

Bio coming soon

Bob

Head of Security

Bob is a 14 year old rescue Mastiff x Boxer. He has been with Inspired Physio for the past 11 years. Bob enjoys snoozing and fetch, loves hooman pats, is scared of the wind and tolerates his little sister Maple. Bob may look scary but will most likely lick you to death and his ‘snarl’ face is actually his smile.

RIP 27.03.09-19.07.23

Maple

Head Greeter

Maple is a 8 year old pure bred Australian Shepard (which is actually an American breed). She joined the Inspired Physio crew in 2014 as a spritely puppy. Maple loves long walks, collecting sticks and rounding up Bob. Maple is very intelligent but is a selective listener and will do anything for food.

RIP 17.12.15-19.05.23