Meet our team

Michelle Cattalini PRACTICE PRINCIPAL
SENIOR MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPIST & PILATES INSTRUCTOR

Michelle joined Woodlands Physiotherapy in 2013 and commenced as a Practice Principal in 2016. Michelle graduated from the School of Physiotherapy at Curtin University in 1997 and commenced work in private practice. After working in the sports medicine field, she later completed a Graduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy at Latrobe University in 2015.

Michelle has extensive experience in the private practice setting including the treatment of sporting, spinal and general musculoskeletal injuries. During her career, she has lived and worked in the UK hospital system, travelled with sporting teams as a physiotherapist and been involved with treating elite athletes. She is also a qualified Pilates Instructor. Michelle has also lived in Karratha where she worked in the private practice setting and completed pre employment physical screening. She has 2 boys and is actively involved in their school and sporting communities.

Specialist areas:
– Diagnosis and treatment of Musculoskeletal Problems
– Children’s Musculoskeletal Problems
– Clinical Pilates
– Prescription of Exercise Rehabilitation Programs

Natalie Keenan PRACTICE PRINCIPAL
SENIOR MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPIST & PILATES INSTRUCTOR

Natalie joined Woodlands Physiotherapy as a Practice Principal in 2016.

Natalie graduated from Curtin University in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) and began her career working in the orthopaedic wards of Mercy Hospital. In 1999 she moved to London to work as a locum in many varied positions in the NHS and travel throughout Europe, Asia and Africa. Since then she has worked in Private Practice in Auckland and then back in Perth for the last 14 years.

Natalie has completed further education in Sports Medicine at Auckland University, Dry Needling, Pilates, Real Time Ultrasound and Temporomandibular Disorders as well as attending regular professional development lectures. Natalie is a mother of two who keeps fit with running, interval training and bringing up two active kids.

Specialist areas:
– Sporting Injuries
– Postural Dysfunction
– Lower Back and Cervical Pain
– Pilates
– Childhood Issues
– Temporomandibular (TMJ) Disorders

Jaimi Botica
MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Jaimi graduated from Curtin University in 2014 and has recently returned to our practice after having a baby. She is deeply committed to enhancing her clients’ quality of life and helping them achieve full functional recovery.

She has an interest in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries and has additional training in dry needling and Pilates. She takes a holistic approach working closely with her clients to identify the underlying causes of their issues and collaborating with other health care professionals as needed.

Outside of work Jaimi enjoys walking, hiking, playing social netball, going to the gym and spending time with family and friends. She is also a talented ceramic artist.

Specialist areas:

– Pre and Post Operative Rehabilitation

– Exercise Rehabilitation and Pilates

– Dry Needling

Emily Walker
MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Emily holds a Masters in Physiotherapy from Curtin University, graduating in 2020. 

Emily is experienced in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions including sport, spinal and general injuries. She has worked alongside a local football team to enhance her sports physiotherapy knowledge. She has been mentored by specialist physiotherapists with a focus on manual therapy, sports injuries and spinal function. 

Emily has skills in assessing and treating patients across various specialities including orthopaedic, cardiothoracics, neurology and musculoskeletal rehabilitation.

Outside of the practice Emily is busy looking after her baby boy and enjoys an active lifestyle, especially the outdoors. 

Specialist areas: 

–  Dry Needling 

– Exercise Prescription

– Post Operative Rehabilitation

– Cardiac Rehabilitation 

– Therapeutic Massage

Rebecca Dallin 
CONTINENCE AND WOMEN’S HEALTH PHYSIOTHERAPIST, PELVIC HEALTH PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Rebecca completed her Physiotherapy degree at Curtin University in 1996. She has had over 20 years experience working across a wide scope of Physiotherapy, including working in tertiary teaching hospitals and private practice. The last 10 years she has been working exclusively in the area of Pelvic Health Physiotherapy at King Edward Memorial Hospital and in private practice. She has attained postgraduate qualifications in Women’s Health Physiotherapy and Continence Physiotherapy and has completed her Masters in Continence and Women’s Health Physiotherapy through Curtin University.

Rebecca is passionate about helping women, men and children with continence and pelvic health issues as they can have a huge impact on quality of life.

Specialist areas:

Women’s Health:
– Pregnancy and Postnatal Care
– Bladder and/or Bowel Related Problems
– Prolapse and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

Men’s Health:
– Pre and Post Prostatectomy Care

Paediatric Continence:
– Bedwetting

Judith 
RECEPTIONIST

Judith has many years experience in administration and enjoys the friendly work atmosphere at Woodlands. She runs a busy household with 4 adult children living at home but loves that they are all still with them and wouldn’t have it any other way.

She enjoys going for a walk with her dog Milo and spending time with her husband. Her favourite time of the year is winter and loves the rain.

Sofie
RECEPTIONIST

Sofie has worked in administration/ reception roles for over 25 years.  Sofie has a lot of compassion for people and enjoys her interaction with our clients.

She and her husband enjoy going out with friends for dinner and seeing live bands. Her grandkids mean the world to her and she loves spending time with them and her fur baby Lulu.

Dianne 
RECEPTIONIST

Di has been with us for over 25 years and when she is not being an awesome receptionist she loves golf and walking her dog.

Chloe
RECEPTIONIST

Chloe is currently working Saturdays while she completes Year 12 and when she is not working or studying you’ll find her at the beach.