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The Team
Qualified. Compassionate. Knowledgable.
Erin Cuskelly
Founder and physiotherapist
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As the founder of Female Focus, Erin was able to combine a passion for empowering women, personal experience with cesarian birth and recovery, and over 15 years of experience in physiotherapy.
Her holistic approach, combined with extensive training and a compassionate demeanor, ensures each client receives the highest level of care tailored to their unique needs.
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Erin is committed to women's health education. She takes an active role in mentoring postgraduate physiotherapists with an interest in women's health and pelvic health physiotherapy, tutoring at the University of Newcastle. She is also actively involved in the Australian Physiotherapy Association.
Course and qualifications
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B. Physiotherapy, University of Newcastle 2008
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Introduction to Assessment and Treatment of the Pelvic Floor (APA)
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The Pregnant Pelvis: An Integrated Approach (APA)
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Overactive Bladder (WHTA)
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POP and SUI (WHTA)
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Advanced Pelvic Floor: Exercise, Sport & Musculoskeletal Dysfunction (WHTA)
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Acupuncture and Dry Needling (APA)
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Postnatal Exercise for Asymptomatic and Symptomatic Women (APA)
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Calmbirth (APA)
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Therapeutic Ultrasound for Mastitis (APA)
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The pelvic floor during high impact and weight lifting, Helen Keeble
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Preparing the Pelvic Floor for Birth, Pelvic Health Mentoring
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Eleanor Lambert
Physiotherapist and co-owner
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Eleanor treats every patient that enters Female Focus Physiotherapy with patience and compassion.
Following her own experience with pregnancy, birth and postpartum, Eleanor felt driven to help other women in their recovery, and break down the stigma surrounding pelvic floor dysfunction. She has combined this personal knowledge with nearly a decade of professional experience as a physiotherapist - providing holistic treatment dedicated to empowering women and helping them regain confidence, control and strength.
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Courses and qualifications:
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B. Physiotherapy, University of Newcastle
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Women's Pelvic Health Level 1 (APA)
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Women's Health Through the Lifestages Level 1 (APA)
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Women's Pelvic Health Level 2 (APA) (completing July 2024)
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The Pregnant Pelvis; an integrated Approach. Pregnancy Related Pelvic Girdle Pain (The Sydney Pelvic Clinic)
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Diastisis and The Abdominal Wall (The Physiotherapy Clinic)
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POP and SUI (WHTA)
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Advanced Pelvic Floor: Birth Choices (WHTA)
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Anorectal Practical Course: Digital Rectal Examinations, Rectal Balloon Training and Surface EMG (Physio Skills)
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Constipation: Obstructed Defaecation (Physio Skills)
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Certified Birth Doula (ChildBirth International)
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Author of 'EMPOWER: online birth education course'
Liana McMorrow
Physiotherapist and co-owner
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Recognizing the gap in accessing tailored and specific exercise guidance, Liana developed a special interest in Women's Health Physiotherapy. She is passionate about helping individuals understand their bodies and interacting systems through the tools of exercise and education. Providing a holistic approach, Liana treats the whole individual, not just their symptoms, and offers gender-inclusive care.
In addition to her work as a physiotherapist, Liana also runs our one-on-one personal training sessions, small group classes, and graded strength-based exercise programs for women postnatally and through the menopause transition.
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Courses and qualifications
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Endometriosis Mini Conference (The Physio Clinic)
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Therapeutic Ultrasound for Mastitis (APA)
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Women's Health Through the Life Stages Level 1 Part A & B (APA)
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Women's Pelvic Health Level 1 Part A & B (APA)
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Women's Health Level 2 (APA)
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Female Pelvic Floor Workshop (Eileen Lavis)
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Better Pain Management (Faculty of Pain Medicine, ANZCA/APA)
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LGBTQIA+ Affirming Physiotherapy – Part A (APA)
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Corinne Davidson
Physiotherapist
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As a passionate advocate for women’s wellness, Corinne is dedicated to empowering women of all ages to achieve optimal health and wellbeing.
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Having navigated the joys and challenges of pregnancy, birth and motherhood first-hand, she recognises the importance of delivering personalised care that honours each women’s unique journey and goals. Whether returning to your chosen sport or feeling confident to chase your toddler through the park, Corinne offers efficacious and kind compassionate support.
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Corrine has almost ten years of experience as a physiotherapist and has completed significant further study in women's health.
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Courses & qualifications:
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Women’s Health Physiotherapy pelvic health level 1 Part A and B
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Women’s Health Physiotherapy through the life stages level 1 Part A and B
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Women’s Health Physiotherapy Pelvic Health Level 2 Part A and B
Stephanie McKenzie
Physiotherapist
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With nine years of experience in both the public and private healthcare sectors across New South Wales, Stephanie has developed a broad and in-depth understanding of physiotherapy. Her career has included working with diverse caseloads, ranging from general musculoskeletal care to more specialized Women's Health issues.
Stephanie has continually pursued advanced postgraduate training in women's health to provide her clients the highest level of care.
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Passionate about empowering women through all stages of life, Stephanie is committed to offering compassionate, evidence-based treatment.
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Courses and Qualifications:
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Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Level 2 Part A and B (APA) 2024
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Pilates Matwork Certificate (Studio Pilates) 2024
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Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Professional Development Day 2024 (John Hunter Hospital)
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Return to sport post-partum (CFA) 2023
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Clinically Reasoning Pelvic Pain (PhysioSkills) 2023
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Exercise during pregnancy (CFA) 2023
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Women’s Health through the Life Stages Level 1 Part A and B (APA) 2022
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Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Level 1 Part A and B (APA) 2022
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Introduction to Women’s Health (APA) 2022
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Introduction to Women’s Health 5 Day Course (WHTA) 2016
Ashley Alice Duncan
Physiotherapist
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Ashley's special interest in pelvic health began as a learn-to-swim receptionist, where women would frivolously discuss their incontinence months following the birth of their babies.
This interest developed further during post-graduate study where she learnt physiotherapists not only had a large role to play in the assessment and management of pelvic floor dysfunction, but also in preventing and managing prolapse, providing care during pregnancy and postnatally as well as assisting with care post gynaecological surgery, mastectomy, or prostatectomy.
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Ash has a passion for educating women to develop an understanding of their own anatomy, and assisting in the management of symptoms that many believe are lifelong sentences. Ashley aims to enable all women to participate in activities they adore throughout the transitions of life.
Caitlin McIntyre
Remedial massage therapist
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Caitlin McIntyre is our experienced massage therapist customising treatments to relieve your muscular aches and pains. She is qualified and skilled in remedial, pregnancy and relaxation massage.
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Caitlyn can assist with:
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Improved circulation
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Decreased stress
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Relaxation
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Decreased muscle tension and pain
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Improved blood pressure
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Improved range of motion
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Reduction of post-injury scar tissue that limits range of motion
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Improved recovery rate
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Feeling of well-being as a result of released endorphins
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Improved sleep pattern
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​​​We utilise a belly piIlow for pregnancy massage treatments for optimal comfort.
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