Suzanne Goodall

Director

Suzie began her career as a Registered Nurse before becoming a Sports Injury Nurse and Titled Sports Physiotherapist. Suzie founded Powerhouse Physiotherapy in 2005 and now specialises in injury prevention and athlete rehabilitation. Suzie is the trusted physio for many local, national and international sporting teams and is currently working with the Australian men's hockey team (the Kookaburras), as they continue their journey towards the Olympics in 2020.

Brandon Hardwicke

physiotherapist

After a short stint working in Melbourne, Brandon has moved home to the capital to continue his career, and build on his experience on the sports field. Focusing on ensuring the best outcome for all of his clients, Brandon has a keen interest in working with sports, especially softball and AFL.

Liam Toohey

physiotherapist

Moving from private practice and sports physiotherapy work in Melbourne, Liam has made his way to Canberra to undertake his PhD at the AIS investigating subsequent athletic injuries. Liam has published research in hip strength assessment and has a strong interest in sports injuries, with a particular focus on returning to high performance and prevention of future injuries. Whether you are a weekend warrior or a professional athlete Liam will work with you to achieve your optimum outcomes and help to keep you injury free.

Matthew Rodgers

physiotherapist

Matt moved across to the world of physiotherapy after kick-starting his career in the Fitness industry. Matt’s background in basketball (ABA League), distance running (including the New York Marathon), rugby league, union & AFL make him a great fit for amateur and professional athletes. With a strong focus on evidence-based practice, Matt specialises in promoting health, rehabilitation, pre-hab and he employs a wide range of treatments to ensure his clients perform at their best.

Caitlin Howard

Physiotherapist

After initially pursuing a career in financial mathematics, Caitlin decided that physiotherapy was better suited to her personality. Caitlin is dedicated to helping patients regain confidence and achieve their goals and has particular interests in tendon pain and women’s health. She also has experience working with athletes through roles with Brumbies rugby and Belconnen Magpies Football Club. In her spare time Caitlin enjoys horse riding, hiking and surfing.

Mitch Barbara

Physiotherapist

After a second ACL reconstruction Mitch decided to transition into physiotherapy practice to help others with rehabilitation of their injuries. Mitch has particular interests in sports physiotherapy and injuries of the shoulder, hip, and knee. He is also an avid sports fan and follows many sports, in particular; weightlifting, rugby league, baseball, ice hockey, American football, and basketball. Mitch strives for the best outcome for all clients, regardless of their level of activity, using evidence-based approaches with a strong emphasis on exercise rehabilitation.

Jim Zouch

physiotherapist

Jim is a patient focused therapist. His strength is in identifying and helping patients understand their problem so they can focus on the solution. Jim started his physiotherapy career in Canberra 10 years ago working with private practice patients, Ainslie Football Club and ACTAS athletes before moving to London. Between trips to Europe Jim spent time honing his skill’s (gleaning knowledge) in London’s premier Sports Medicine Clinic working alongside internationally recognized Sports Physicians, Physiotherapists and Strength and Conditioning coaches. The clinic exposed Jim to a range of conditions and patient backgrounds including the everyday sports enthusiast, chronic problems like lower back pain through to athletes from Bob Sleigh, Rugby, International Football teams, Formula 1, Cyclocross, Triathlon, Boxing, Taekwondo, Rowing and MMA. Jim’s enthusiasm was rewarded in his final year, managing one of the new clinic branches in the city of London. Jim returns to Canberra to pursue further study (research) and be closer to the family farm.

Terry Leahy

soft tissue therapist

Terry moved from a career in the public service to a gym manager role before he transitioned to personal training, then sports training and soft tissue therapy. Terry has worked privately as a soft tissue therapist and with several organisations as a soft tissue therapist and sports trainer. His sporting experience includes work with teams from ACT touch football, Ainslie and ACTAFL, Canberra Junior Raiders and other sporting organisations.

Tony Bond

soft tissue therapist

Tony decided to move into private practice after 24 years at the AIS as a soft tissue therapist. He has been to 5 Commonwealth games, and has been selected to work at the 2020 Olympics for the 7th time in a row! As a previous AIS scholarship holder in athletics, Tony knows the importance of a regular treatment regime. Tony is a great lover of the outdoors and continues to challenge himself with competing on the National Circuit with adventure racing and 24 hour mountain biking.