All of our practitioners are highly trained and experienced in the assessment and management of all types of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions.

We welcome all clients from our communities, including but not limited to Private (including with Private health insurance), Sporting, Workcover, TAC, Medicare (EPC) and NDIS.

Symmetry Physiotherapy Phoebe Skinns Taylors Lakes Team
Phoebe Skinns
Physiotherapy

Phoebe has developed a strong interest in the rehabilitation of sports and exercise-based injuries from adolescent children and weekend warriors, through to elite athletes. Phoebe has also gained a special interest in Women’s Health whilst completing her studies, specifically relating to exercise and musculoskeletal conditions during the Ante and Postnatal period.

Currently Phoebe works in the EDFL with Taylors Lakes Football Club and in the AFL with the St Kilda Football Club. Over the last 4 years, Phoebe has also worked with many sporting teams including Boroondara Express Netball Team (VNL), Chisholm State Netball Team and Williamstown Football Club (VFL).

Phoebe enjoys working with all population groups of all ages to treat a variety of acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Phoebe bases her rehabilitation and injury management around evidence-based practice, holistic health and incorporates a variety of hands-on, exercise-based techniques and education principles into her sessions to get people back to what they love doing.

Outside of the clinic, Phoebe enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching sport and staying fit and healthy.

Symmetry Physiotherapy Elise Beynon Taylors Lakes Team
Elise Beynon
Physiotherapy

Elise has a strong passion to help others achieve their goals and return to the things they love doing. She recognises that recovery requires a holistic approach that is tailored to the client’s needs and suits their lifestyle. A central component to her treatment is providing education to empower her clients and ensure results are sustained in the long term.

Elise is passionate about therapeutic movement. Since graduating from the University of Melbourne she has completed further training in Clinical Pilates through APPI and loves leading the Clinical Rehab Pilates classes that are run in-clinic. Elise also has experience working with local footy clubs and has a keen interest in helping people overcome and prevent their sporting injuries.

Growing up Elise enjoyed all things sport including netball, tennis, swimming, volleyball, and distance running. She enjoys cheering on the mighty Dogs and can often be found watching the Aussies play cricket in the summer. Away from sport, Elise loves the outdoors, planning her next holiday and spending time with her family.

Symmetry Physiotherapy Meagan Kiely
Meagan Kiely
Physiotherapy

Meagan has developed a special interest in treating lower limb injuries in both the sporting and general population. She’s passionate about educating and inspiring her patients, and guiding them through the process of achieving their goals. She aims to keep people doing what they love and simply modify activity where possible.

Meagan has completed her dry needling course and has undertaken further study in sports physiotherapy. She graduated with a Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney and has worked in the private practice sector, in both Sydney and Melbourne. Meagan was one of the physiotherapists for the Sydney Rabbitohs Women’s Rugby League team in 2019 and has experience treating athletes from a wide range of sports.

Meagan plays football for Richmond in the AFLW and has an extensive sporting background, having boxed, played soccer, squash, cricket and tennis growing up. She enjoys going to the footy, walking her Vizsla Addie, swimming at the beach, getting back home to see her family in Tassie and catching up with friends for quality coffee and food.

Symmetry Physiotherapy Brad Hassall Taylors Lakes Team
Brad Hassall
Physiotherapy

Brad has a keen interest in supporting individuals in returning to what they love doing. Spanning across improving everyday activities to high level recreational and sporting activities. Brad uses an individually tailored approach to all physiotherapy treatment to help individuals succeed in achieving their own unique goals. He also has a strong focus in creating a strong foundation for patients’ belief in themselves and encouraging self-management to improve individuals’ outcomes long term.

Brad graduated from La Trobe university where he developed a keen interest in working with musculoskeletal conditions in the acute and chronic stages. He also has previous experience working in a hospital as well as local AFL football clubs and in the AFL NAB league.

Outside of the clinic basketball has been a part of Brad’s life from a young age, and after playing in Alberta, Canada for 3 years, now you will find him competing in the semi-professional league Big V with the Craigieburn Eagles.

Kirstie Martin Symmetry Physiotherapy Taylors Lakes Team
Kirstie Martin
Physiotherapy

Kirstie has a great passion for treating all types and levels of sporting injuries, in particular, AFL, basketball and weightlifting. With a keen interest in treating women’s health conditions, she is passionate about combining hands-on therapy, exercise prescription and education to ensure her clients achieve their goals and optimal health.

Kirstie graduated from Victoria University with a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, gaining invaluable experience working as a sports trainer with the Box Hill VFL. She followed up with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Charles Sturt University, working with a variety of age groups and conditions ranging from paediatrics to geriatrics, cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal and neurological clients.

Kirstie’s lifelong passion to pursue physiotherapy arose from her childhood sporting background of gymnastics and basketball. She is very passionate about living a healthy, active lifestyle; in her spare time, she keeps active by playing AFL, basketball.

Kyle Loudin Symmetry Physiotherapy Taylors Lakes Team
Kyle Loudon
Physiotherapy

Kyle has been working in private practice for 10 years treating patients ranging from those with chronic pain to those with acute sports injuries. Headaches and complex migraine patients are a special interest area of his where he uses the Watson Headache Technique combined with knowledge around medications and cognitive based training to coordinate the best outcome for his patients. Kyle enjoys helping chronic pain sufferers, patients with hypermobility syndromes (incl. EDS) and undertaking strength & conditioning rehabilitation for athletes, workers & anyone with musculoskeletal issues. 

Kyle has completed training for the Level 1 Watson Headache Course and has previously worked at the Balwyn Headache Clinic for a number of years. He is qualified in DMA Clinical Pilates, dry needling and has completed numerous courses with respect to sports injury diagnosis and management. Kyle has been working as a senior private practice clinician in Melbourne and, previous to that, also worked in Sydney’s western suburbs. 

Kyle’s passion for helping people can be seen in the way he engages with his patients and with that person’s other health providers to ensure the best outcomes for them. He enjoys working with and educating people on their conditions and, from there, providing a holistic approach to their management. He believes in listening to your concerns so that you feel heard and understanding what is important to you so that your treatment is relevant to your goals. 

Outside of physiotherapy, Kyle is an avid football (soccer) fan and also loves the Canberra Raiders. In the AFL, he follows the GWS Giants. He enjoys spending time with his family & friends, going to the gym and renovating/woodworking. Originally from North Queensland, he now lives in Melbourne’s west with his wife and son.  

Cagda Mustafa Symmetry Physiotherapy Taylors Lakes Team
Cagda Mustafa
Physiotherapy

Cagda has developed a keen interest in providing individuals in the community with accomplishing their goals to enable them to return back to their daily activities, sports and leisure they find valuable. He loves the rewarding feeling of having the ability to make a positive impact on a person’s quality of life.

Cagda graduated from The University of Melbourne in 2022 with a Doctor of Physiotherapy degree, having previously attained a Bachelor of Science in 2019. He has been involved in caring for many age groups, spanning from paediatrics to geriatrics, in conditions relating to musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiorespiratory care. Cagda not only utilises exercise-based practices, but also adjunct therapies consisting of manual therapy, education and holistic approaches to ensure his patients gain the health outcomes they desire.

Outside of physiotherapy, Cagda is an avid sports fan, particularly of AFL, soccer, tennis and the Formula 1, and enjoys watching and attending multiple live events. He has participated in soccer, tennis and AFL: most recently in the VAFA League, but lately has directed his sporting intent to Indoor AFL and Futsal. He also enjoys playing the violin and listening to music in his spare time.

Oliver Wu Symmetry Physiotherapy Taylors Lakes Team
Oliver Wu
Physiotherapy

Oliver is grateful to have grown up around sport and has developed a lifestyle focused on keeping active and finding the joy in movement. As a result, he is understanding of the benefits of movement, both physically and mentally, and is passionate about helping others to move more and move better.

He uses a combination of active rehabilitation, manual therapy and education to help individuals restore their movement and empower them to sustain long-term benefits. He has an interest in treating musculoskeletal issues in the general and weekend-warrior population.

Oliver studied at the University of Melbourne and has received further training in pilates through the APPI program. He also has experience working with amateur and professional athletes, notably, assisting circus performers at the National Institute of Circus Arts and the premiership winning VFL Casey Demons.

Originally hailing from New Zealand, Oliver maintains his roots in rugby but has been converted into an AFL fan and supporter of the Melbourne Demons. He is also an avid basketball fan and is always up for a chat about the NBA! Outside of the clinic you can find him hiking, swimming or at the G.

Symone Wilson Symmetry Physiotherapy Taylors Lakes Team
Symone Wilson
Physiotherapy

Symone has an interest in para sport and neurological rehabilitation and continues to look to assist people through their journeys. Symone looks to help people achieve their goals and get back to moving in their daily life. Using a holistic approach, Symone empowers clients through listening, equipping clients with preventative strategies, education, and allowing clients to take an active role in their treatment.

Symone’s background stems in sport and para sports, including contact, non-contact, team and individual sport rehabilitation and prevention. Recently she has spent time assisting clients in cardiopulmonary group exercise, pain management, and rehabilitation with post-surgical, osteoarthritic, community, and chronic diseases.  Recent professional development has focused on spinal, hip, knee, and shoulder injuries respectively.

Outside of work, Symone enjoys spending time with friends and family, bodyweight resisted training, and the outdoors.

Mitch Campbell Symmetry Physiotherapy Taylors Lakes Team
Mitchell Campbell
Physiotherapy

Mitchell, a Kiwi born and bred in Christchurch, completed his studies in Auckland. With a background as a national-level competitive swimmer, he developed a strong interest in physiotherapy while seeking treatment for his own swimming injuries. Now focusing on Muay Thai, Olympic weightlifting, and Crossfit, Mitchell combines his passion for sports and fitness with his physiotherapy expertise.

Having gained extensive experience working with rugby teams at various levels, Mitchell excels in fitness and strength and conditioning. His practice is built on a patient-centered, evidence-based approach, utilizing education, exercise, and hands-on techniques. He is particularly interested in sports injury management, with a focus on concussion rehabilitation.

Inspired by his own encounters with physiotherapists during his swimming career, Mitchell’s journey into physiotherapy has been transformative. He is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of his clients, helping them recover from injuries and achieve their physical goals.

Outside of his physiotherapy practice, Mitchell finds fulfillment in training Muay Thai, challenging himself at the gym, and enjoying the beach. He values spending quality time with friends, maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and nurturing meaningful connections beyond his professional pursuits.

Symmetry Physiotherapy Brad Jones Taylors Lakes Team
Brad Jones
Physiotherapy

After graduating with his Bachelors of Physiotherapy, Brad has made his primary focus the prevention, management and rehabilitation of sports and exercise injuries, specifically within the team sports arena. Brad has spent his 8 years of practice working in Australia and internationally with athletes across a vast array of sports, age groups and levels from recreational to elite, professional and Olympic athletes.

In 2021 Brad took the next step towards specialisation by undertaking his Masters of Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy as well as extending his knowledge of Strength and Conditioning through ASCA accreditation, furthering Brad’s ability to provide exceptional rehabilitation, injury prevention and management programs for his clients through evidence informed practice.

Fraser McKay Symmetry Physiotherapy Taylors Lakes Team
Fraser McKay
Physiotherapy

Fraser is a passionate physiotherapist who values developing quality connections with his clients to help them achieve their work, leisure, recreational and/or sporting goals. After participating in competitive sports from a young age, Fraser has a particular interest in rugby, skiing and cycling and combines his passion for sport with his physiotherapy expertise to treat all types and levels of sporting injuries.

After graduating from La Trobe University with a Masters of Physiotherapy Practice, Fraser extended his knowledge of Strength and Conditioning principles through ASCA, furthering his ability to provide the best rehabilitation, injury prevention and management for his clients. He is also a physiotherapist with the Melbourne Storm junior development programs.

When not in the clinic, you will find Fraser outside enjoying the great outdoors either cross-country mountain biking, skiing or playing golf with his friends and family. With the TV rarely not having sport on it, Fraser is a passionate NRL (Go Storm), cricket and AFL fan (Go the Doggies). Whilst he enjoys DIY renovations, he is always in need of handy tips and tricks.

Emmy Makrenos Symmetry Physiotherapy Taylors Lakes Team
Emmy Makrenos
Physiotherapy

Emmy has a strong passion in working with others to achieve their tailored goals that range from everyday tasks to high level activities.

Growing up with a love for sport, Emmy has gained a keen interest in treating all levels of individuals ranging from recreational to elite athletes. By adopting a client centered and holistic approach, Emmy’s rehabilitation and management principles involve a combination of hands-on therapy, exercised-based practices and education to empower her clients in achieving positive, long-term outcomes.

Emmy has a strong background in dancing starting at the age of 5. In addition to this, Emmy has completed full time training as well as obtaining a qualification in Elite Performance. This qualification along with her love of dancing is what sparked her strong passion for sports rehabilitation.

Whilst studying at the University of Melbourne, Emmy has also been teaching dance to children and adolescents, further fueling her passion of helping others and working with the paediatric population. Emmy has been working in the EDFL with Taylors Lakes Football Club throughout her studies and has continued to work with the men’s and women’s teams as a physiotherapist.

A huge supporter of Collingwood (don’t hold it against me), Emmy has been attending the AFL since a very young age – you can find her at the MCG most weekends. Her other favourite sports include tennis, netball, formula 1 and soccer. Outside of work, she loves spending time with family and friends, keeping up with her dancing, going to the beach, outdoor activities and binging her favourite show, Friends.

Nicole Pfingsten
Myotherapist

Nicole graduated in 2020 with her Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy from RMIT University. Since graduating she has worked in the private practise sector and with sporting clubs treating athletes in the AFL, NRL and Rugby Union.

Participating in competitive sport herself, Nicole has gained an appreciation of the human body and a passion to help others achieve optimal movement and soft tissue health. Her aim is to educate and support people in achieving their goals, whether it be pain free daily tasking, injury prevention or performance-based treatment.

Through education Nicole has developed a strong foundation in anatomy and functional movement, which helps her tailer each treatment to the individual. Nicoles toolbox includes deep tissue and sports massage, trigger point therapy, myofascial dry needling and cupping, joint mobilisations, posture and exercise education in addition to passive and active release techniques..

Symmetry-Physiotherapy-Megan-Stark Taylors Lakes Team
Megan Stark
Podiatry

Megan graduated from a Bachelor of Podiatry Degree with honours in 2008, after having already completed a Medical Science and Forensic Science degree. Her honours thesis involved an understanding of the diabetic foot and how to prevent complications associated with it. With this interest, she specialises in diabetes foot assessments for high-risk feet and wound management.

Megan has clinical interest in the management of sporting injuries, biomechanics, orthotic prescription, paediatrics, nail surgery and is also available for general care issues such as corns and callus. She also has a history in retail sporting footwear and enjoys matching individual biomechanical requirements to the correct footwear prescription.

Megan is a current member of the Australian Podiatry Asscociation, Sports Medicine Australia and The Australasian of Podiatric Sports Medicine. She also holds a certificate of Dry Needling Practice.

Megan enjoys working with sporting groups and sees many patients from local dancing schools and cricket clubs. Outside of work, Megan enjoys travelling and spending time with her husband and two young daughters.

Symmetry Physiotherapy Melissa Smith Taylors Lakes Team
Melissa Smith
Physiotherapy

Melissa has a special interest in the treatment of pelvic, coccyx, abdominal and hip problems. She has extensive experience in the treatment of all musculoskeletal injuries and has done extra training in the areas of neck pain and headache, hip injuries, lower limb biomechanics, strength and conditioning and Clinical Pilates. Melissa is qualified in to perform dry needling and lymphoedema management.

Melissa has undergone extensive extra training to become part of our Pelvic Health Melbourne team. Through Pelvic Health Melbourne she is able to treat complex SIJ and pubic pain, continence issues, bowel problems, urgency, prolapse, pelvic pain, intimacy pain, DRAM, men’s pelvic issues and post-prostatectomy rehabilitation as well as children’s pelvic health for constipation and urinary issues.

Melissa is currently the coordinator for the clinical rehabilitation (formally known as clinical pilates) at Symmetry Taylors Lakes. She enjoys mentoring and educating in her areas of special interest.

Melissa is passionate about helping people regain their fitness and health again after injury, childbirth or surgery.

She spends her time outside of work hiking, running and caring for her two young children.

Symmetry Physiotherapy Stephen Gosling
Stephen Gosling
Physiotherapy

Stephen graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at La Trobe University in 2007. He spent 2 years in private practice in Gippsland before commencing at our Taylors Lakes practice in 2010.

Stephen has a strong interest in sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions and has worked for Gippsland Power Football Club (U18 TAC Cup), and spent 4 years with the Werribee Football Club in the VFL. He enjoys managing athletes of all levels and has had experience from the North Melbourne Kangaroos (AFL) to local community sporting teams of all codes.

Stephen has a special interest in the rehabilitation of acute and chronic conditions and post-surgical injuries. Other interests include lower limb biomechanics, exercise prescription and dry needling. He has completed further training to more effectively manage the complicated rehabilitation of Workcover and TAC clients.

Stephen’s interest in Physiotherapy came from a sporting background where he played TAC and State football. He still currently plays football and enjoys spending time at the beach and going for runs or keeping fit at the gym.

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