Alyssa
Blyss Therapies’ founder and resident Sports Therapist Alyssa is an enthusiastic young woman, passionate about helping others achieve holistic health and wellbeing.
Alyssa’s vision is to empower, educate and inspire others to look after their body leading a team of great therapists and staff at Blyss Therapies to make a real difference in clients lives.
Since founding Blyss in 2012, and working as a Sports Therapist, Alyssa has treated clients from all walks of life. This includes elite athletes, through working as a game day trainer and massage therapist with the Richmond Football Club for 12 years. Working with elite athletes to help them achieve peak performance is something Alyssa is very proud of.
Alyssa prides herself on continuously learning and expanding her knowledge to help better service her clients.
Her treatments focus on delivering a strong hands on approach, and include cupping and dry needling alongside strength training & guiding lifestyle changes.
She has completed a number of courses including;
- Advanced Dry Needling
- Mat Work Pilates
- Certificate 3 & 4 in Fitness
- Crossfit Level 1
- Holistic Lifestyle Coaching
Outside of work Alyssa lives and breathes health and fitness, enjoying strength training, running and Pilates. Outdoor adventures recharge her batteries as does & her playful Alaskan Malamute Finn. She is also known to get 2-3 treatments per week, always practicing what she preaches.
“Take care of your body, it’s the only place you have to live”
Steve
Steve is a passionate and progressive Osteopath with a passion for achieving outstanding patient outcomes.
Put simply, he just wants to get you back to what you love doing pain-free.
With over 6 years clinic experience in private practice, along with multiple elite sporting clubs, Steve has developed a thorough skill set enabling him to provide personalised care for every client.
Steve’s approach to treatment is holistic in nature that fundamentally focuses on returning your body to it’s optimum state. Utilising manual therapy techniques such as massage, dry needling, joint articulation and manipulation in conjunction with exercise prescription, Steve will provide you with an individualised management plan. Whether your goal is to achieve pain-free movement, improve posture or enhance sporting performance, Steve will work alongside you to achieve your desired results.
Outside of the clinic Steve is a keen sports fan. In particular Steve is a mad Essendon supporter, but he also enjoys basketball, soccer and Formula 1. On weekends, you’ll find Steve being active, spending time with friends and family or relaxing with a beer.
Sam
Having worked in rural Queensland for the past 18 months, Sam has acquired great experience in treating a large variety of both people and conditions.
Throughout his time in clinic, Sam has developed a strong interest in injury rehabilitation.
Pursuing his interest in injury rehab and prevention, as well as human movement as a whole, Sam is currently undertaking his Certificate 3 & 4 in Personal Training. Sam believes that this will be a great tool in not only providing injury rehabilitation but also to assist in diagnosis.
Sam’s passion for Osteopathy developed upon the idea of being able to take a holistic approach to health care. Being able to combine hands-on treatment, injury rehab/prehab, lifestyle factors and education is crucial in allowing Sam to provide specific, effective and quality healthcare to all his patients.
In his spare time Sam loves to be physically active, whether that be on the basketball court or in the gym (or anywhere in between). He is passionate to continue to learn and thoroughly enjoys both podcasts and books, particularly anything in the human movement realm.
Mitch
With a background working with elite level Rugby players at the Melbourne Rebels, Mitch is proficient in the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation or a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological and chronic pain conditions.
As a passionate Myotherapist, Mitch strives to provide the best possible care and to assist in his patients gaining control of their health and well-being in order to facilitate physical, social and mental recovery from pain through the use of treatment and rehab exercises.
Mitch’s passion is to provide the best possible care and to assist his patients in gaining control over their health. His aim is to facilitate total physical, social and mental recovery through the use of treatment and rehabilitation exercises.
On the weekends Mitch enjoys miniature and terrain painting for tabletop games, gaming and relaxing with friends and family. Looking after his dog and cat whilst also staying active.
Courtney
Courtney joins us with a passion for helping clients be the best they can be in every aspect of their lives.
Courtney strives to give clients the treatments and awareness they need to be the healthiest version of themselves. With a love for human anatomy and how the body works, Courtney works to ensure clients are able to continue to do what they love.
Courtney has a strong background in the sporting field being involved with basketball, tennis, football and gymnastics and has done volunteer work with the AFL draft, MSAC basketballers and netballers as well as circus performers. Courtney currently has continued her sporting passion by working with the Richmond Football Club.
Outside of work Courtney loves to play basketball weekly, weightlifting in the gym and has a strong passion for travelling and exploring.
Kaitlin
Meet Kaitlin – Our Newest Remedial Therapist
We’re excited to welcome Kaitlin to the Blyss Therapies team! Kaitlin holds a Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy and brings her passion for care and well-being to every client she works with. When she’s not at Blyss, Kaitlin also provides massage and beauty services at a local spa.
Outside of work, Kaitlin loves to stay active. She’s an avid gym-goer, plays netball for Vermont, and enjoys baking treats to share with friends and family. Kaitlin’s warm, people-first approach makes her an excellent addition to our team, and we’re sure you’ll feel at ease in her capable hands.
James
James has been a friendly and enthusiastic member of our reception team since 2022.
He is currently completing his Honours (4th) year of his Psychology degree at Victoria University, with plans to commence either a PhD or Master’s in Psychology next year.
James is passionate about health and wellbeing, including the understanding of human behaviour, with special interests in higher order cognition, including executive functioning and its contributions to ADHD and addiction.
He loves to be active and is a keen cricketer and self-confessed cricket tragic. In his down time, you’ll find James spending time with his better-half and her tiny dog, or catching up with friends and family.
Aprile
Meet Aprile – one of the warm and welcoming faces at Blyss Therapies!
Aprile is a vibrant and positive member of our reception team, known for her upbeat energy and genuine care for everyone who walks through our doors. She is Currently studying a Diploma of Nursing at Swinburne University, and is passionate about helping others and is excited to further her studies in the healthcare field.
Outside of work and study, you’ll find Aprile staying active and soaking up quality time with her family and friends. Whether she’s greeting clients with a smile or learning the ins and outs of nursing, Aprile brings heart, enthusiasm, and a helping hand to everything she does.
Brodie
Brodie is an outgoing and bubbly member of our Blyss reception team!
She is currently studying remedial massage and has a strong passion for helping others achieve physical well-being and recovery. With a keen interest in the human body, she’s focused on developing techniques to relieve pain, improve mobility, and promote relaxation. Outside of her studies, Brodie stays active as an avid netball player in the outer-east league and enjoys regular gym workouts. In her downtime, she loves spending time with friends and family, especially at the beach or enjoying the outdoors.
Ava
Ava is a third year Osteopathy student with a deep passion for health and fitness.
She brings a positive and welcoming energy to every interaction, ensuring that patients feel supported and comfortable.
Upon completing her studies, she plans to further her education with a degree in sports and exercise science and pursue a career as a strength and conditioning coach with the hope to enter a professional sport environment. In her spare time, you’ll find Ava in the gym or playing netball.
Jacinta
Jacinta is a positive member of our Blyss reception team who loves greeting and welcoming every client!
Alongside working at Blyss, Jacinta is currently employed as an AFLW player for the Melbourne Demons. She has always been passionate about sport and is constantly striving to get the best out of herself and the team. Jacinta brings great energy and customer service experience from her previous hospitality job.
Outside of football and work, you will find Jacinta enjoying all things with her family and friends.
