Amy’s clinical approach is shaped by clinical and lived experience, giving her a deep understanding of what it’s like to inhabit a body that doesn’t respond predictably to standard rehabilitation models. She knows how easily people with hypermobility and dysautonomia are dismissed, pushed too hard, or asked to work against their physiology. This perspective informs her strong advocacy for patients and her commitment to care that adapts to the body in front of her—rather than expecting the body to adapt to the therapy.
Amy brings a big, warm presence into the therapy space—one that prioritises safety, curiosity, and genuine collaboration. She understands that for many people, movement has become associated with pain, flare-ups, or fear. Her sessions are designed to rebuild trust in the body, using approaches that feel supportive, engaging, and human rather than rigid or prescriptive.
In hypermobile bodies, movement challenges often show up as joint instability, poor proprioceptive feedback, and nervous system guarding rather than simple ‘weakness’. Standard strengthening approaches frequently miss this, increasing pain or flare-ups when tissues are asked to stabilise in ways they can’t sustain. Amy adapts physiotherapy to prioritise control, coordination, and safety—supporting the nervous system to feel secure before asking the body to do more. Her work focuses on helping people feel more confident and stable in everyday movement, not just in exercise settings. Amy also understands the effect of hypermobility not just on joints, but on body systems as a whole, and takes this into consideration in physiotherapy interventions.
For people with dysautonomia, POTS, or ME/CFS, movement can provoke meaningful symptoms. These responses are often misunderstood, leading to rehabilitation approaches that push capacity too quickly and trigger flares or prolonged setbacks. Amy works carefully with position, pacing, and overall autonomic load, shaping movement so it supports regulation instead of overwhelming the system. Her approach prioritises predictability and containment, helping clients engage with movement in ways that respect post-exertional limits while preserving function and daily participation.
Amy works with neurodivergent clients from childhood through to older adulthood, recognising how sensory processing, interoception, attention, and communication styles shape movement experiences. Standard physiotherapy structures often fail to account for these differences, creating overwhelm or disengagement. Amy adapts language, session structure, and activities to suit each individual, supporting regulation and participation rather than compliance. Amy applies creative interventions that are tailored to individual interests and experiences.
Amy understands that movement is not just mechanical—it is relational and shaped by past experiences, safety, and trust. For many clients, introducing play and enjoyment into therapy isn’t about motivation; it’s about reducing threat and restoring agency. By building collaborative therapeutic relationships, she creates space for people to explore movement without fear or pressure. The result is movement that feels more accessible, sustainable, and integrated into real life.