At Ovens Valley Physio & Pilates, our greatest asset is our passionate, highly skilled team of healthcare professionals. We are a collaborative group of physiotherapists, Pilates instructors, and remedial massage therapists who share a common goal: helping you move without pain and achieve your health milestones.
With diverse specialisations spanning sports rehabilitation, women’s health, concussion management, and clinical Pilates, we work together to provide you with the most comprehensive care in the region.
Get to know the faces behind our Bright and Myrtleford clinics below.

Kristy has completed her Masters degree in Women’s Health & Continence and can help with the management of conditions such as incontinence, prolapse, dyspareunia (painful intercourse) and pelvic pain. She also has a graduate certificate in manual therapy and utilizes her skills and knowledge to treat a variety of musculoskeletal and sporting injuries.

Phebe has worked with elite athletes in cycling and snow sports and is a member of the Olympic Winter Institute of Australia’s physio network. Phebe is a certified Complete Concussion Management practitioner and has a strong interest in rehabilitation of head and neck injuries, as well as management of jaw pain/temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD).

Julie has experience in musculoskeletal, oncology, neurological and cardiopulmonary conditions and is a certified PINC and STEEL Cancer Rehabilitation Physiotherapist. Julie has helped many older adults improve their balance, mobility, comfort and breathing in the hospital, aged care and community settings and works with each client to achieve their individual goals.

Prior to completing his physiotherapy degree, Matthew worked as a personal trainer, reformer Pilates and gym instructor for 10 years. He understands the importance of exercise and how people can enjoy and benefit from all different types of movement. For this reason, Matthew has a keen interest in sports physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and injury management.

Rachael has a special interest in paediatric physiotherapy, in particular working with children who have a neurological condition or developmental delay and with autistic children. She has experience working with the NDIS and also with equipment prescription. She also runs Pilates exercise classes at both clinics.

After completing her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Charles Sturt University in Albury, Steff worked at a private clinic in Austria for 8 years, treating predominantly alpine sports related injuries and surgery rehab. Steff has also completed further training in shoulder and knee problems, as well as scar management. She is currently completing her Masters of Clinical Rehabilitation.

Tilly studied a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science in Melbourne and went on to graduate from the Master of Physiotherapy program at the University of Queensland in 2018. Since graduating Tilly has worked in a variety of Physiotherapy roles including private practice, neurological rehabilitation, clinical pilates, hydrotherapy and community based physiotherapy.

Monique is originally from The Netherlands and has previously worked in a physio clinic in Melbourne, before travelling around Australia with her partner for 12 months where she worked in a variety of settings. She is also qualified in cupping, dry-needling, pregnancy massage and Pilates and works in our Myrtleford clinic.

Originally from Colombia, Andres has always been passionate about sports and discovered an interest in rehabilitation through experiencing his own injuries which lead him to start studying massage. He is available for remedial massage in both Bright and Myrtleford clinics.

Jane manages the staff and daily runnings of OVPP. With over 20 years experience working in the Allied Health industry, the rapid growth of OVPP continues to be one of the most exciting and challenging experiences for Jane to be a part of.

Lauren is a receptionist working between both of our Myrtleford and Bright clinics. Lauren has a background in dance teaching and enjoys staying active with her family.

Beth works on reception at our Bright Clinic. Coming from a Medical and Disability Services background, she is pleased about the range of Allied Health Services the clinic has to offer the local community.

Mia-Larni is a receptionist at our Myrtleford clinic and has also studied Graphic Design. She is a local to the area and loves it here.

Lani moved to the area a few years ago after working a snow season and is currently studying Physiotherapy at Charles Sturt Uni in Albury. Lani works as a casual receptionist between her studies.