We're Balanced — physiotherapists, Pilates instructors, and women who have walked in your shoes.
We help mothers-to-be, new mums, and women navigating the shifts of midlife and beyond move and live with confidence.
Our difference? We don't just treat the moment — we map the journey. From your first physiotherapy assessment through to prevention and long-term strength, we're with you at every stage.
We give you clarity so you can stop guessing, a plan so you can stop stalling, and the confidence to actually follow through — on your health, your movement, and yourself.
Because women deserve care that meets them where they are — and moves with them.
Meet vanessa
Vanessa established Balanced Physiotherapy and Pilates in 2015 and brings with her many years of combined experience, working in the fitness industry and private physiotherapy practices both in the Nowra and Canberra region. Vanessa’s experience has formed her holistic approach to injury management.
Vanessa’s desire to open up Balanced Physiotherapy and Pilates came in 2015 after having her second child. Vanessa treats musculoskeletal complaints and women’s pelvic floor conditions, as well as running Pilates classes and Remedial exercise classes.
She has a special interest in Women’s health, and is passionate about helping women with pelvic floor dysfunction as well as pre and post-natal care. Outside of work, Vanessa enjoys spending time with her family and keeping active!
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Master of Physiotherapy, University of Canberra, 2010
Bachelor of Applied Science (Major in Sports Science), University of Canberra 2005
Certificate IV in fitness, Australian Institute of Fitness, 2008
Clinical Pilates L1, DMA
Matwork Pilates L1, L2, APPI
Equipment Pilates L1, L2, L3, L4 APPI
Women’s Health L1, APA
Introductory Pelvic Floor, WHTA
Pelvic Floor Pain Disorders, WHTA
The sacroiliac joint, Taso Lambridis
The complete lumbar spine, Sydney Specialist Physiotherapy Centre
Advanced Pelvic Floor - Exercise, Sport and Musculoskeletal Dysfunction, WHTA
Advanced Pelvic Floor - Prolapse and Stress Urinary Incontinence, WHTA
Advanced Pelvic Floor - Bowel Course, WHTA
We can help
physiotherapy
From a thorough assessment to determine the possible cause of your pain along with any contributing factors, to putting a plan together; we’re here to help you stay independent and recover from injuries and pain.
women’s health
We help you to regain your confidence and feel comfortable in your body again. We’re fully trained in the physiotherapy treatment of a wide rage of pelvic floor concerns including; urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pre and post natal conditions and more.
pilates
Learn how to move well and keep yourself moving with our equipment and mat based Pilates classes.