Gloria is a compassionate and attentive physiotherapist whose passion for the profession was shaped by a deeply personal experience with her mother’s spinal condition.

During this time, Gloria witnessed her mother come close to undergoing major spinal surgery that was not strongly supported by evidence-based practice. This changed when her mother began working with a physiotherapist who introduced a conservative management approach. With the right care, her mother was able to return to pain-free weightlifting. This experience had a lasting impact on Gloria and continues to inspire her work today.

Having seen firsthand the frustration and uncertainty that patients and their families can face, Gloria is driven to help others improve their quality of life through thoughtful, evidence-based care.

Gloria completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at The University of Queensland in 2021. She began her career working across both the public hospital system and a leading private musculoskeletal practice, gaining broad clinical experience early on.

Her work has spanned musculoskeletal physiotherapy, sports rehabilitation, women’s health, cardiorespiratory care, orthopaedics, pre and post surgical rehabilitation, and geriatric physiotherapy. Across both public and private settings, Gloria identified a consistent gap in awareness and clinical expertise in the management of hypermobility.

Recognising this, she has committed to ongoing professional development in this area. Gloria regularly engages in further education and has completed a range of additional training, including:

• Q Pilates Mat and Reformer Pilates, January 2022
• CPD Health Dry Needling, August 2022
• Hypermobility for Physiotherapists, Sharon Hennessey, July 2023
• Advanced Neuromuscular Dry Needling, SP Education, March 2024
• Introduction to Treatment of the Pelvis and Lumbar Spine, Barbara Hungerford, June 2024
• Treatment of the Cervical and Thoracic Spine and Thoracic Cage, Barbara Hungerford, August 2024
• Dynamic Tape Research to Practice Workshop, October 2024
• EDS ECHO Multidisciplinary Team Practice, April to October 2024
• Movement Solutions for Cervico Thoracic Outlet Impairments, Mark Comerford, October 2025

Since joining Not Just Bendy, Gloria has completed over 2,100 consultations and supported more than 100 new clients with hypermobility. She continues to participate in regular training and mentoring with Principal Physiotherapist Sharon Hennessey.

Gloria believes that understanding movement challenges requires more than theory alone. She makes a point of learning a new physical skill each year to better relate to her clients’ experiences. Most recently, she has taken up pole dancing, expanding her appreciation of strength, control, and movement complexity.

Known for her warm and approachable nature, Gloria combines strong clinical reasoning with a patient-centred approach. She is committed to ensuring every client feels heard, supported, and confident in their care.

Outside of work, you will likely find Gloria at the gym or enjoying a good coffee at a local café.

Please contact us to make an appointment with Gloria.