All Team Members

Lucy is a qualified Veterinary Nurse, having completed her Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing at the Gordon in 2023. Through her veterinary nursing experience, she developed a strong interest in animal health, mobility and supporting animals throughout their recovery. Looking to further develop her skills in rehabilitation, Lucy completed the MAP Animal Hydrotherapy Course and has since continued building her practical…

Originally from Tasmania, Tahlia completed her physiotherapy studies at La Trobe University in Bendigo. After working across hospital, private practice, and community settings, she moved to Melbourne to focus on animal rehabilitation. She has always loved animals, which naturally led her to pursue a career helping them move and feel their best, and has completed the MAP Animal Hydrotherapy Course…

Kosta has a passion for animal and paediatric physiotherapy, completing his final year studying the Doctor of Physiotherapy through The University of Melbourne. Before this, he graduated from his Bachelor of Science, and Biomedical Honours in auditory neuroscience. Having a variety of pets throughout his life has given him a fond appreciation for animals of all sizes and is now…

With over a decade of clinical experience in physiotherapy, Cherie’s journey began at the University of Sydney, where she graduated with a Master of Physiotherapy in 2013. Since then, she has spent her career honing her clinical skills across both private practice and aged care sectors. Cherie’s professional path took a meaningful turn when she decided to bridge the gap…

Kezia graduated from Deakin University in 2023 with a Bachelor of Science. She has a couple of years of experience working in a veterinary clinic as a trainee veterinary nurse. Originally wanting to become a veterinarian, she has since found an interest in pursuing Animal Physiotherapy! She is now completing her Master of Physiotherapy. With a love of shepherds and…

Following a career in the corporate world, Kathryn is now pursuing a new direction inspired by her lifelong love for animals. So far, she has earned a certificate in Small Animal Hydrotherapy here at Melbourne Animal Physiotherapy, and plans to further her studies. Kathryn is thrilled to be working alongside the team at Melbourne Animal Physiotherapy. She has watched her…

With over six years of experience working with animals in the pound and local government sector, Alicia has developed a strong interest in animal rehabilitation. This interest has guided her toward further studies. She is now completing a Diploma in Exercise Science, with the intention of progressing into a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at ACU. Outside of work, Alicia enjoys spending…

Mikaela graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Science in 2023. As a former veterinary student with 3 years experience as a Trainee Veterinary Nurse, Mikaela’s professional journey has since evolved into a focused ambition for physiotherapy. She is currently completing her Diploma in Health Sciences and aims to complete her Bachelor of Physiotherapy in the coming years.