Our Therapists

Thelma Boshoff

Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)

Thelma Thelma qualified from the Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in December 2011 as a Physiotherapist. She has an interest in musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries and rehabilitation, and women's health, and decided to join the private sector to expand her skills and clinical experience. Prior to studies in Physiotherapy, Thelma has completed a Diploma in Personal Training as well as commenced undergraduate studies in Sport Science at Massey University in Auckland, New Zealand. Thelma has experience in Swiss ball training as a safe alternative low-impact exercise to musculoskeletal rehabilitation and core stability.

Thelma is a vibrant clinician, yet takes an honest, individual and empathetic approach in patient assessment and treatment. She is client focussed with a strong focus in educating her clients on their condition along with mutual smart goal setting to maximise their full potential. Thelma strives to equip her clients with the best treatments, information and education based on the latest research. In addition, Thelma acknowledges that every client is unique, and to really listen to what works for 'you' in achieving your rehabilitation goals. As a mother herself, Thelma understands the demands pregnancy and childbirth can put on your body, and the practicality of treatments within a functional context.

Natalie Szmerling (Currently on maternity leave)

Physiotherapist. Member Australian Physiotherapists Association. Clinical Pilates Instructor.

Natalie completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2005 and subsequently forged a career in the private sector. This gave her the opportunity to hone her skills in musculoskeletal and sporting complaints, aged care and women's health. Since graduation, Natalie has developed skills and interests in clinical pilates, neck related headaches, sporting injuries and rehabiliation, and spinal pain during pregnancy. She has also attended seminars concerning clinical pilates, shoulder assessment and management and Mc Kenzie therapy.

Natalie uses a friendly and honest approach with her patients, and strives to educate them about their condition and strategies to prevent injury recurrence. She has experience providing physiotherapy to elite athletes from the fields of swimming, diving and baseball. She has also had articles published in magazines such as Australian Natural Health.

Qualifications

B.Physio

APA Spinal Level 1

APA Sports Level 1

APA Dry Needling Level 1

In her spare time, Natalie enjoys reading, spending time with her friends and family, cinema, traveling. Find out why so many people searching for quality physiotherapy clinics keep returning to Natalie.

Available 6 Days Monday - Saturday. Bookings Essential.

Services Offered: Physiotherapy and Clinical Pilates

HOW SHOULD I CHOOSE A THERAPIST?

Always choose a therapist that is registered with a professional body (such as the Australian Physiotherapy Association). It is important to find a therapist who really cares about you and your injury. Be wary of practitioners who refute the value of other interventions. All philosophies and sciences have something unique and valuable, and in a comprehensive treatment plan, this will be acknowledged by a competent therapist.

Brighton Bay Physiotherapy happily extends our services to patients including:

Private billing - claim with your participating private health fund.
Workcover
TAC
Veterans affairs (DVA)
Medicare (With EPC referral from GP for physio)

Call now on (03) 8640 5164.

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