ABOUT US

Since the NDIS was fully accepted in Victoria as of July 2019, Physiotherapist Liam Davenport has sought out to help those who had previously been unable to access Physiotherapy.

Fast forward 3 years and 150 participants later, Davenport Physiotherapy was formed.

Since first opening our doors in 2021, we have grown into one of the leading physiotherapy providers for NDIS participants in the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula regions.

In September 2024 we started working out of PARC Frankston, adding in Private, DVA, Workcover, TAC and Medicare (EPC) clients to our clininc.

Therapy is designed around reaching your goals, whatever it may be!

No matter what you need, clients are treated like family.

GET TO KNOW DAVENPORT PHYSIOTHERAPY

Who We Are

Liam Davenport - Senior Physiotherapist / Director

Liam graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) in 2015.

Liam has then worked in a number of settings, including the sports/ private practice musculoskeletal setting, pain programs and aged care. Over the past few years, the majority of Liam's work has taken place in the rehabilitation pool and gyms around the Frankston area.

Over the journey, Liam was drawn to the NDIS setting, finding the work incredibly rewarding and meaningful. He has worked near entirely in the NDIS space since 2019, treating over 150 clients directly and indirectly in the gym and pool environment.

After becoming a senior clinician, Liam established Davenport Physiotherapy in early 2021.

Working in the NDIS space primarily, Liam also engages with Private, TAC, Workcover, DVA and Medicare (EPC) clients.

When not at work, Liam enjoys family time, hiking around Victoria, watching Richmond in the footy and taking his german sheppard Mischa to Mentone beach.

Qualifications:

Full NDIS caseload since 2019.
Extensive knowledge in the Hydrotherapy Setting.
Neurological Course Training (extensive).
GLaD (Osteoarthritis) Accredited.
Persistent Pain Specialised Training .(Precision Brain and Spinal).
Advanced Dry Needling.
Mental Health First Aid Training (Youth).
Autism Course Training.
5+ years experience in Paediatric Sports.
Level 1 Lyn Watson Shoulder.
Level 1 and 2 Sports.
Lived knowledge of local sporting clubs on the Mornington Peninsula.

Aaron Howlett - Senior Physiotherapist

Aaron graduated from La Trobe University in Bundoora with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy.

Aaron has more than 17 years of Physiotherapy experience across a wide variety of clinical settings, including hospital emergency departments, orthopaedic wards, private practice, occupational rehabilitation and elite sports, as well as six seasons at the Melbourne Storm Rugby League Club.

Aaron has spent the past five years working in community health and the NDIS, with a focus on governance and compliance within the scheme.

Aaron also works part-time as a local distance running coach and loves to assist people in achieving their long-term functional goals.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Mental Health First Aid
Leadership & Management (AIM)
Safeguarding Children and Young People in Sport (SIA)
NDIS Worker Induction & Screening Check
Working in the NDIS since 2020
Autism Course Training
Extensive knowledge in strength and conditioning
Hydrotherapy
10+ years experience in Sports and Private Practice
6 years as a Physio at the Melbourne Storm Rugby League Club
20+ years of distance running/coaching experience

Sean Flanagan – Physiotherapist

Sean, a native of Ireland, graduated as a physiotherapist form Trinity College Dublin in 2020.

After graduating Sean began working in the private practice and sports setting, working with people of all ages and activity levels. He has also worked as head physiotherapist to a number of local sports teams in Ireland as well as here in Australia including Gaelic Football, Hurling and Aussie Rules.

Upon relocating to Melbourne, Sean has brought his skills in exercise and rehab into the NDIS setting.

Sean likes to take a holistic and active approach to physiotherapy – focused on helping you get back doing the activities that bring meaning and enjoyment in your life. He is passionate about tailoring rehab to the individual - meeting you where you are at, no matter your level of physical ability.

He also has a special interest in the complex nature of pain and what we can do to take back control of pain in our lives.

Away from physiotherapy Sean has a love for athletics, food, travel and getting outside in nature.

Qualifications

· BSc Physiotherapy

· 5 years experience in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

· 3 years Pitch side physiotherapy and first aid experience

· Extensive experience in Strength and conditioning and Personal Training

· Member of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists

· Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association

· NDIS Worker Induction and Screening Check

· Australian Physiotherapy Council - Cultural Safety Training Cert

Keren Gurrieri

Allied Health Assistant (AHA)

Keren Gurrieri is an Allied Health Assistant working alongside Liam to provide NDIS physiotherapy services.

With her caring nature, Keren provides sessions that are engaging and fun, allowing participants to feel supported and safe while working towards achieving their goals.

With a background in yoga and meditation, Keren encourages participants to be present, often using the breath as a tool to focus on the task and relieve tension in the body.

When not at work, Keren enjoys spending time with her family and friends, getting out in nature for walks, staying fit with strength training, pilates, yoga and spending time with her two dogs Sam and Pascal.”