Sonja MurphySenior Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor

Qualifications & Education

• BSc in Exercise Science (Pre-Physical Therapy)
• MSc Physiotherapy
• APPI level 2 Pilates Matwork Instructor
• Studio Pilates Matwork
• Reformer Instructor

Sonja’s Bio:

I have played sports since a young age, being involved in Gaelic football, camogie, basketball, athletics, badminton, soccer, and any sport that I could try in my local community in Ireland. My experience playing elite soccer in the United States and Ireland has taught me the importance of dedication, hard work and teamwork. I bring all of these qualities to my career in physiotherapy, and I have a strong appreciation for helping others to achieve their goals following an injury. Coming from personal experience with injuries, I understand the psychological and physical impacts an injury can have on a person’s everyday life.

My goal as a physiotherapist is to help my clients reach their full potential and live stronger, healthier lives through injury prevention, management, and performance advancement. I also love exploring the role of Clinical Pilates in optimising body movements to prevent future injury and pain.

Interests:

My clinical experience is in private practice, aged care, and with various sporting teams including the professional football club, Hearts of Midlothian in Edinburgh as part of their Academy Program. I have post graduate training in sports and kinesiology taping, as well as obtaining my Diploma in Sports Massage ITEC Level 3.

Something Fun:

Outside of physiotherapy, I spend my time playing soccer for UNSW and enjoying the amazing Australian outdoors lifestyle between swimming at beautiful beaches and exploring the stunning national parks.