Meet Our Dedicated Team of Health Professionals
Not sure who to book with? Feel free to give us a call, and our friendly reception staff can help match you with the practitioner best suited to your goals.
Physiotherapists
Senior Physiotherapist
Bachelor of Physiotherapy | Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Emily enjoys helping active adults, gym-goers and busy parents overcome pain and get back to doing what they love. She has a particular interest in shoulder rehabilitation, sports injuries and strength-based recovery.
Enjoys treating
- Shoulder pain
- Sports injuries
- Neck & back pain
- Knee/ACL rehabilitation
- Return to sport rehab
- Running injuries
Availability:
Emily is available for appointments Tuesday through to Friday, and alternating Saturdays.
See Emily's full profile here
Senior Physiotherapist
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
Alex enjoys helping active people recover from injury and return to the activities they love. With a background in soccer and futsal, he has a particular interest in sports injuries and evidence-based rehabilitation.
Enjoys treating
- Sports injuries
- Knee & ACL rehabilitation
- Back & neck pain
- Shoulder injuries
- Vertigo & dizziness
- Concussion management
- Running Injuries
Availability:
Alex is available for appointments Monday - Friday.
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Physiotherapist
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
Diploma of Polestar Pilates Comprehensive Instruction Method
Julia combines hands-on physiotherapy with her extensive Pilates background to help people move with greater confidence and control. She enjoys supporting women, families and active people through every stage of life.
Enjoys treating
- Sports injuries
- Neck & back pain
- Pilates rehabilitation
- General musculoskeletal pain
- Return to sport rehab & preparation
Availability:
Julia is available for appointments on Monday to Saturday
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Physiotherapist
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
ASCA strength and conditioning
Chris enjoys helping people recover from injury, reduce pain and build resilience through movement. Whether you're an athlete or simply want to move more comfortably, he works closely with your goals every step of the way.
Enjoys treating
- Sports injuries
- Back & neck pain
- Knee rehabilitation
- Shoulder injuries
- Return to sport
Availability:
Chris is currently available Saturdays only
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Talia Alt
Director, Physiotherapist
Master of Physiotherapy
Bachelor Health Science
Advanced Diploma Myotherapy
Talia enjoys helping active people overcome pain and return to doing what they love. She has a particular interest in headaches, neck and back pain, and combines hands-on treatment with practical rehabilitation.
Enjoys treating
- Headaches & migraines
- Neck pain
- Back pain
- Sports injuries
Availability:
Talia is available for appointments Monday, Tuesday & Thursdays for existing clients only.
See Talia's full profile here
Myotherapy & Remedial Massage
Thomas McCarthy
Myotherapist & Athletic Rehabilitation Therapist
Bachelor of Science (Sport Rehabilitation & Athletic Therapy)
Tom enjoys helping people move better and recover faster through hands-on treatment and targeted rehabilitation. His particular interest is lower back pain and helping active people stay at their best.
Enjoys treating
- Lower back pain
- Sports injuries
- Neck & shoulder pain
- Muscle tightness
- Jaw & TMJ Issues
Availability:
Tom is available for appointments Monday - Friday
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Pamela Machado
Remedial Massage Therapist
Diploma of Remedial Massage
Pam takes a holistic approach to massage, helping clients reduce pain, recover from injury and improve overall wellbeing. She has a special interest in lymphatic drainage and headache management.
Enjoys treating
- Lymphoedema
- Lipoedema
- Headaches
- Stress & tension
- Post-surgical care
- Recovery massage
Availability:
Pam is available for appointments Monday - Thursday.
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Remedial Massage Therapist
Diploma of Remedial Massage
Brooke provides personalised remedial massage to help reduce pain, improve movement and support both physical and emotional wellbeing. She enjoys helping people who have been living with ongoing tension or persistent pain.
Enjoys treating
- Back pain
- Neck & shoulder pain
- Headaches
- Stress-related tension
- Sports recovery
Availability:
Brooke is available for appointments Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturday mornings.
See Brooke's full profile here
Other Allied Health Services
Sports Nutrition & Dietetics
Daniel Barrett
Daniel provides practical, evidence-based nutrition advice to help people perform, recover and feel their best. He works with everyone from recreational athletes to people managing long-term health conditions.
Can help with
- Sports nutrition
- Performance nutrition
- Weight management
- Gut health
- Healthy eating
See Daniel's full profile here
Psychology
Mia Louca
Registered Psychologist
Align Psychology Services
Mia is a registered psychologist who prioritises building a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients to help them feel heard and understood in a non-judgemental space.
Treatment techniques:
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Enhanced Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Schema Therapy
Please note: Bookings with Mia are made directly through Align Psychology, not through Active Balance
Administration Staff
Abby Clements
Administration - Operations Manager
Originally from the Eyre Peninsula, Abby moved to Adelaide in 2020 and has loved city life ever since. As our Ops Manager, she helps keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes while making sure our clients always feel welcome and well looked after.
When she isn't behind the desk, you'll usually find her at the park with her dog Lola, enjoying a cheeky cocktail with friends or working on her latest crochet project
Imogen Jacob
Administration
Imogen is currently studying Exercise Science at university and works with us part-time, helping to keep the front desk running smoothly while creating a friendly, welcoming experience for our clients.
When she's not at the clinic, you'll usually find her playing netball, at the gym or out walking her dog, Archie.
Naomi Smith
Administration
Naomi brings a wealth of customer service experience to our reception team and loves helping clients feel welcome from the moment they walk through the door. With a background in aviation, administration and the health and fitness industry, she's passionate about creating a positive experience for everyone who visits the clinic.
When she's not behind the desk, you'll usually find her teaching Pilates, spending time outdoors or catching up with family and friends.
Mary Smith
Administration
Mary is currently studying Physiotherapy at university and works with our reception team part time, helping to create a warm and welcoming experience for every client who visits the clinic.
When she's not behind the desk, you'll usually find her spending time with her dog Lottie, exploring local bushwalking trails or getting stuck into some gardening at home.
Ralph
Ralphy, our mascot/security guard/clown/constant distraction/fetch professional.
Ralph has been coming to work with Talia since he was a teeny tiny 10 week old puppy. What started out as a temporary situation while he was little, turned into clients asking where he was when he wasn’t at work.
These days, Ralph has his own office (crate) at the clinic, where he happily supervises the team between naps and ventures out for pats and a game of fetch.
When he's not keeping an eye on the clinic, Ralph loves chasing tennis balls, soaking up the sunshine, collecting belly rubs and accepting treats from his biggest fans. At home, you'll usually find him terrorising his cat siblings, barking at birds or heading out for walkies with his friends.