THE PRACTICE
Our Team
Jonathan (Jono) Harris - Titled Sports & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
Jonathan's qualifications and experience provide him with an exceptional knowledge of physical function and rehabilitation. Jonathan (or Jono if you prefer) is well known for his use of the Sarah Key Method when treating spinal conditions. Jono is a 'head to toe' practitioner and enjoys the myriad of treatments he provides daily.
Having participated in sport at state and national levels, Jono's personal experiences led to a desire to study the human body, how it functions, how it responds to different training and treatment stimuli and, most importantly, how it recuperates.
Interestingly, Jono toured the world for 7 years as head physiotherapist to the Australian Olympic Handball Team and has extensive experience in the areas of private practice physiotherapy, sports physiotherapy, occupational rehabilitation, and injury prevention programs.
His qualifications, combined with personal experience and continuing education, better assist Jono to prescribe uncomplicated, fun and holistic exercise based rehabilitation programs.
Janet Walters - Physiotherapist APAM, BPhysio (Hons)
Janet has over 20 years of experience working in private practice and the public health system, both in Australia and overseas.
Since graduating from university Janet has worked in a wide variety of locations and settings including rural Victoria; a large sports medicine clinic and a multi-disciplinary chronic pain management team in Perth; and in the UK.
Janet helped establish the first international physiotherapy clinic in Jakarta, Indonesia and was involved in training and education there for 10 years. Subsequent to that Janet worked with a large international medical and allied health team in Tokyo.
My passion is to help people improve their physical fitness and general well being through movement and education. As an avid runner and a keen traveller, I understand the need for optimal physical health. Having two children of my own made me interested in how core strength assists with the stresses placed on the pre- and post-natal body.
Rebecca Shapleski - Physiotherapist, MSc Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Merit), BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
Rebecca is an experienced physiotherapist with over 18 years of clinical experience working in both public and private sectors.
Rebecca's special areas of interest include musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries. Rebecca is proficient in dry-needling/acupuncture and is also a trained Clinical Pilates instructor, helping clients to reduce pain and improve strength, fitness and flexibility.
Rebecca finds the interdisciplinary relationship with other Medical and Allied Health Practitioners extremely rewarding. This is something she fosters to enhance positive outcomes with her patients.
Rebecca is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). She completed a Masters of Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy in 2012 and Bachelor of Science (Hons) Physiotherapy in 2003. Rebecca has also trained Postgraduate in many courses including GLA:D, Spinal Manipulation, Biomechanics and Running Retraining and Acupuncture (to name just a few).
Rebecca moved to Melbourne from the UK in 2017 and likes to run and cycle with her family in her spare time.
Carolyn Davies - Physiotherapist APAM, B.Physio, App.Sci (H.Mvt).
CURRENTLY ON EXTENDED LEAVE IN THE UK (Lucky thing)
Carolyn has worked for Nepean Physio for several years and has recently returned from a year overseas. Carolyn is an experienced physiotherapist who has a strong interest in helping people achieve their optimum health & well being.
Carolyn holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy & a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Movement and also has a Diploma of Yoga Teacher Training. She is a passionate clinical Pilates teacher and has extensive experience in the health and fitness industry where she teaches Pilates, spin, yoga and aerobics.
Carolyn has also undertaken post-grad studies in Animal Physiotherapy, where she combines her love of animals with helping them improve mobility, function & quality of life.
Carolyn will be back with us in early 2023
Pro Feet Podiatry
Pro Feet Podiatry is a team of professional Podiatrists with a passion for finding solutions to problems that prevent their clients enjoying life to its fullest. With a focus on keeping people active, healthy and happy.
Pro Feet Podiatry has an innovative approach to its diagnosis and treatment, with its experienced and caring team combining technology and customer service to create a “wow” experience for its clients.
Ben Jose works on a Tuesday and Thursday and Chris McCormick is here on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Claire Harris - Practice Manager
Most days you will find Claire at the front desk ready to answer all your questions. Being a family clinic it is only fitting that you know that Claire is Jono's wife and the true boss of the business.
In the afternoons Claire run's off to her other job (Mum of two boys) so you may see Mel, Erin or Luxe at reception.
Archie Harris - Office Spoodle
If your appointment happens to fall before 2.30pm you will most likely meet our therapy dog Archie. He's always willing to greet you at the door with a smile and walk you to a seat in the waiting room.
Archie loves a pat and is happy to look after small children while their parents are seeing the physio.