Meet Emily: Our Dedicated Osteopath
Meet Emily – The Yarra Valley’s only full time Osteo! (at least as far as we can tell).
Background and Experience
Emily completed her Bachelor of Clinical Science (Osteopathy) and Masters of Osteopathy at Victoria University, graduating in 2020. Since then, she has honed her skills in private practice and has a rich background working with local football clubs, including a significant role at Blackburn Football Club. With 8 years of experience in high-level local football and additional certifications in dry needling, Emily’s expertise spans a broad range of sports and musculoskeletal conditions.
Passion and Interests
Emily’s journey into Osteopathy was driven by a deep-seated desire to work in health and a make a difference in people’s lives. Witnessing the positive impact of Osteopathy on her family and community has fuelled her commitment to the field.
Emily is particularly passionate about creating personalised treatment plans that address the root causes of pain and educating her patients on injury management and prevention.
She enjoys working with diverse age groups and is dedicated to staying at the forefront of Osteopathic advancements. Emily regularly participates in courses, webinars, and conferences, and is always researching complex conditions to enhance her treatment strategies.
Her personal interests in weight training and yoga allow her to incorporate these practices into her patient’s rehabilitation programs, providing a holistic approach to recovery.
Approach and Philosophy
Emily’s patient care approach is characterised by a commitment to understanding each individual’s unique lifestyle and health challenges. She believes in building trusting relationships with her clients to develop effective, personalised treatment plans. Her focus is on long-term recovery and injury prevention, ensuring that treatment plans are adaptable to accommodate life’s changes.
Professional Development
Driven by the positive outcomes of Osteopathy and new research, Emily is motivated to continuously improve her practice. She is particularly interested in exploring the links between mental health (particularly stress) and the musculoskeletal system and is excited about contributing to this evolving field.