Meet The Team
Meet our team, committed to ongoing learning and knowledge advancement
Andrew Clark
Director, Level 6 Physiotherapist & Clinical Educator
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Science 2004
Master of Physiotherapy 2010
Advanced Sports taping 2011
Integrated Dry Needling 2011
Certificate of Spinal Manual Therapy 2012
Mulligans Mobilisation with Movement upper and lower body 2013
Advanced Foot and Ankle course 2013
Occupational Health and Rehabilitation 2014
Diploma of Football Medicine 2016
OVERVIEW
Andrew Clark is a father of 4 and the Director and Clinical Educator at Clinical Physiotherapy, St Ives.
He graduated with a Masters degree from the University of Sydney in 2010 and has extensive experience working in musculoskeletal private practice. He has undergone further professional development and has experience treating a wide variety of patients and musculoskeletal conditions. Andrew started the St Ives clinic in 2016 and enjoys the roles and challenges that come with owning a small business and training and leading a healthcare team.
In his spare time, Andrew keeps fit with running and resistance training, gets to the odd Sydney Swans game and most of all enjoys spending lazy Sundays with his wife Bridget and beautiful kids Sophie, Harry, Angus and Thomas.
Specialises In
Acute and chronic lower back pain.
Lumbar disc injuries and related nerve pain/sciatica
Hip, groin and pelvic pain
Pre and post-op rehabilitation
Stephen Andreazza
Level 6 APA Titled Sports & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise & Sports) 2010
Master of Physiotherapy 2012
Master of Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapy 2016
Dynamic Taping course 2012
Dry Needling course 2012
Running Mechanics & Hamstring Rehabilitation course 2013
The Sporting Elbow, Wrist & Hand 2013
Bone health in Sport 2014
Running Injuries course 2014
Load Management in Elite Athletes 2016
OVERVIEW
Stephen Andreazza joined the Clinical Physiotherapy, St Ives team in 2017.
Stephen completed his Masters of Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney in 2012, following a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise & Sports Science. In the pursuit of advancing his clinical knowledge and skills to better treat his patients, he undertook a Masters of Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, which he completed in 2016. Stephen was awarded a certificate of Academic Excellence upon graduation.
Stephen has over 12 years’ experience in the private practice setting as well as a sporting background in Athletics, as a national level 100m and 200m sprinter. This has seen him develop a keen interest in treating a wide variety of both sporting and musculoskeletal conditions.
In his spare time, Stephen keeps fit with strength training in the gym and working on his building his garden at home. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Georgia and sons Liam and Zac.
Specialises In
Acute & chronic neck pain
Acute Sports injuries
Shoulder and elbow pain
Knee conditions
Orthopaedic Prehabilitation & Rehabilitation
Upper & Lower Limb Tendon pain
Athlete screening and program design
Mikaela Rifkin
Level 5 Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Instructor
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Physiotherapy 2017
APPI Pilates – Level 4 Matwork and Equipment
Sports Taping 2019
The Mulligan Upper Limb Treatment 2020
The Complex Shoulder 2023
OVERVIEW
Mikaela graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from Australian Catholic University in October 2018. Mikaela completed her last 5-Week practical placement at Clinical Physiotherapy with a High Distinction, under the guidance of our Principal Physiotherapist, Andrew. She joined the team as a Level 1 Physiotherapist in 2019 and achieved the clinical care standards year on year to progress to her current standing as a Level 5 Physiotherapist.
Mikaela has competed internationally in the Maccabiah Games as a swimmer and understands the demands of a competitive athlete and how injuries can affect athletic progression and performance.
In her spare time, Mikaela enjoys spending time with Husband Hayden and their son, Hugo as well as swimming, keeping active and exploring yummy dessert bars!
Specialises In
Post-Op Rehabilitation
Lower Back and Pelvic Pain
Lateral Hip Pain
Shoulder Pathologies, particularly swimming Injuries
Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis.
Balance and Falls Prevention
Chronic Disease Management
Clinical Pilates
Paediatrics
Hayden Burns
Level 5 Physiotherapist
EDUCATION
Certificate of Spinal Manual Therapy 2019
The Acute Sporting Knee 2019
Advanced Sports Taping 2019
Bachelor of Physiotherapy 2018
Trigger Point Therapy Course 2018
Physiotherapy Management of Spinal Cord Injuries Course 2018
Cert IV Massage Therapy 2015
Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Science 2014
OVERVIEW
Hayden graduated in 2018 after he completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Charles Sturt University. He was presented with a Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence at graduation. This followed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at Sydney Uni in 2014 and a Cert IV in Massage Therapy in 2015.
With a long history as a rugby and cricket player, Hayden has had his fair share of sporting injuries, including a shoulder reconstruction. Having so often been the patient, he understands both the intense desire to return to sport and the rehabilitation process well.
In his spare time, Hayden enjoys spending time with wife Mikaela and their son Hugo, training at the gym, running and if there’s time left, watching the cricket and rugby.
Specialises In
Shoulder instability and return to sport
Rotator Cuff pathology/shoulder pain
Knee pain -particularly pre and post-surgical rehabilitation (ACL and meniscectomy)
Ankle pain and instability – acute and chronic conditions.
Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis
Sports injuries
Orthopaedic Post Op Rehabilitation
Gym/Strength Program Design
Tendon Pain – achilles and knee
Vas Krishnan
Level 3 Physiotherapist & Strength and Conditioning Coach
EDUCATION
Certificate of Spinal Manual Therapy 2019
The Acute Sporting Knee 2019
Advanced Sports Taping 2019
Bachelor of Physiotherapy 2018
Trigger Point Therapy Course 2018
Physiotherapy Management of Spinal Cord Injuries Course 2018
Cert IV Massage Therapy 2015
Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Science 2014
OVERVIEW
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Specialises In
Neck Pain
Lower Back Pain
Sports Injuries
Tendon Pain
Athlete Rehabilitation and Performance
Hannah Campbell
Level 2 Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Instructor
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) 2022
APA Sports Physiotherapy Level 1 (2024)
OVERVIEW
Hannah is a Level 2 Physiotherapist, having graduated with Honours in 2022. She conducted her Thesis on the management of Knee Osteoarthritis.
Hannah completed her final practical placement at Clinical Physiotherapy with a High Distinction, under the guidance of our Clinical Educator, Andrew Clark. She has also undertaken training in Clinical Pilates.
Having played a variety of sports and worked with the Sydney Swans AFL and AFLW teams, Hannah understands the demands of a competitive athlete and the desire to return to sport and prevent injury.
In her spare time, Hannah enjoys going to the gym, doing pilates classes, spending time at the snow or the beach and going to the footy.
Specialises In
Hip and Knee joint pain, particularly Osteoarthritis
Neck and Lower Back Pain
Sports injuries including ankle, knee and shoulder
Fracture Management – Casting and Splinting application
Jessica Findlay
Level 4 Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Instructor
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy 2012
Certified Mat-work Clinical Pilates APPI 2015
Certified Equipment Clinical Pilates APPI 2016
CSMT Certificate in spinal manual therapy 2016
Women’s Health Training Associates: Women’s Health Intensive Introduction
Women’s Health Training Associates: Objective testing
Women’s Health Training Associates: Prolapse and Stress Urinary Incontinence
Women’s Health Training Associates: Exercise, Sport & Musculoskeletal Dysfunction
APA Sports level one
APA Hydrotherapy level one
Continence and Pelvic workshop 2014
Complete Neck and Shoulder APA Course 2018.
OVERVIEW
Jessica joined the Clinical Physiotherapy St Ives clinic in 2017.
She graduated from New Zealand’s Auckland University of Technology in 2012, with a Bachelor of Applied Health Science (Physiotherapy). She first gained experience in a private hospital and has since extended her interest into Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Women’s Health and Clinical Pilates. Jessica has also completed a Certificate in Spinal Manual Therapy, making her highly skilled in treating spinal conditions. She is very passionate about helping chronic back pain sufferers regain their movement and quality of life.
Outside of the clinic, you will find Jess hanging with her son Walter, running around Narrabeen lake, with pram and dog “Rollo” in tow, or hitting a HITT class at the gym.
Specialises In
Acute and chronic neck pain.
Shoulder pain
Lower back/pelvic pain
Osteoarthritis
Clinical Pilates
Maya Patel
Level 3 Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Instructor
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Dry Needling (Acupuncture) for Physiotherapy – Level 1
Level 1 Sports Trainer
OVERVIEW
Maya completed her Bachelors of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) degree at The University of Sydney in 2019 and has been working in private clinics since.
Maya enjoys treating a range of musculoskeletal conditions including acute sports injuries, fracture management and post-surgical rehabilitation. Maya has a special interest in ACL injuries, and with her own recent ACL reconstruction surgery she brings deeper insights and a greater understanding to the rehabilitation process. Maya has also worked with a variety of sporting teams including Gladesville Hornsby Football Association, Hawkesbury City Netball Association, Football NSW, East Coast Eagles AFL and Knox Rugby.
Outside of the clinic, Maya loves to stay active by training at the gym, going for hikes, or playing netball.
Specialises In
Post-Op Rehabilitation
Lower Back and Pelvic Pain
Sports Injuries
ACL Rehabilitation – both conservative and post-op
Clinical Pilates
Fracture Management and Casting
Hannah Rasmussen
Level 2 Physiotherapist, Clinical Pilates Instructor and Strength & Conditioning Coach
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Physiotherapy 2022
Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Science 2018
ASCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning 2024
OVERVIEW
Hannah Rasmussen joined the Clinical Physiotherapy, St Ives team in May 2024.
Hannah graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Charles Stuart University with Distinction in 2022 after completing a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Sydney. Additionally, Hannah has obtained qualifications in Pilates and Strength and Conditioning through the ASCA. It is through these qualifications that she has gained the clinical experience necessary to educate and empower patients to regain function and recover from pain.
After 2 years at the highly regarded Spine and Pelvis clinic in Queensland, Hannah returned to Sydney to join the Clinical Physiotherapy team.
In Hannah’s free time she loves to go on outdoor hikes around Sunshine Coast, travel around Australia and the occasional surf.
Specialises In
Lower limb injuries
Low back pain
Running related injuries
Tendon and ligament injuries of the ankle and knee
Osteoarthritis-associated pain especially in the hips, knees and shoulders
Pre and post-op rehabilitation of hip, knee and shoulder injuries
Jasen Winny
Level 1 Physiotherapist
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Human Science Major in Human movement (B.H.Sc (Human Movement))
Doctor of Physiotherapy – Bond University 2024 Deans List for Academic Excellence
OVERVIEW
Jasen joined the Clinical Physiotherapy, St Ives team in June 2024. He first graduated from Macquarie University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Human Sciences majoring in Human Movement. He then completed the Doctor of Physiotherapy at Bond University, graduating with Distinction and was placed on the Deans list for Academic excellence in 2024.
He grew up swimming competitively, competing in several national championships. He understands how the high physical demands associated with training and competition can influence injury and impact performance.
Jasen has an interest in sports injuries, Orthopaedic Prehab & Post-op Rehabilitation.
Outside of the clinic, Jasen enjoys staying active and spending time outdoors. You’ll find him at the beach either surfing or walking his dogs. He also enjoys boxing, mountain biking and skiing in winter.
Specialises In
Neck and Lower Back Pain
Orthopaedic Prehabilitation & Post-op Rehabilitation
Upper & Lower Limb Tendon pain
Sports Injuries
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