TREE'S PHYSIOTHERAPY
Inspiring children to move in new ways
Meet our Team
Katrina Greitschus
Physiotherapist/ Director
Katrina graduated from The University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and quickly followed her passion for working with children. She began her career at the Cerebral Palsy League, where she developed expertise in assessing and treating children with complex disabilities. Katrina then joined the Child Development Service, supporting babies with developmental delay and advising families of infants in the special care nursery. She also gained valuable rehabilitation experience at Ipswich Hospital in the stroke unit.
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Katrina went on to work at the renowned Queensland Paediatric Rehabilitation Service at the Queensland Children’s Hospital. There, she supported children recovering from traumatic and acquired brain injuries in both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. Her role included assessment, therapy, and collaborative care planning alongside medical teams for interventions such as botulinum toxin injections and surgery.
Throughout her career, Katrina has embraced the value of multidisciplinary teamwork, working closely with speech pathologists, occupational therapists, psychologists, doctors, and other allied health professionals to provide holistic care.
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Katrina places a high value on ongoing education and has completed extensive professional development in paediatric physiotherapy, including (but not limited to):
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APA Paediatric Physiotherapy Level 2
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Prechtl's Assessment of General Movements
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Specialised Paediatric Hydrotherapy Training
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Advancing Skills in Paediatric Physiotherapy – Complex and Chronic Conditions & Neonates and Infants (Monash University)
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Paediatric Equinus Deformity Management (Beverley Cusick)
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Breathing and Postural Control (Mary Massery)
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Seating & Power Wheelchair Applications for Complex Clients
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Gait Kinematics and Orthotics Course, and Developmental Orthopaedics (Elaine Owens)
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Physiotherapy Management of Hypermobility Disorders and Gait Abnormalities in Children
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Serial Casting Training
Katrina maintains AHPRA registration and is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association Paediatric and Business Groups.
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Passionate about helping children not only function but thrive, Katrina has also taught adaptive skiing in Canada, using specialised equipment such as sit skis to help children and adults with disabilities experience the joy of the slopes.
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As a proud neurodivergent mum to three equally sparkly children, Katrina understands the challenges and joys of parenting children with diverse needs in a neuro-affirming and trauma-informed way. She brings compassion, warmth, and practical understanding to every family she works with. Outside of physiotherapy, Katrina is a yoga teacher and intuitive intelligence practitioner who loves sharing the benefits of body alignment, breath awareness, mindfulness and intuition.
Katrina’s goal is to combine her physiotherapy expertise with your unique knowledge of your child, creating an individual therapy plan that supports your little one to reach their fullest potential.
Ebonie Emanuel
Physiotherapist
Ebonie grew up in Townsville and completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at James Cook University. Since the beginning of her career, Ebonie has worked in a paediatric setting and has a passion for working with children of all abilities to maximise their quality of life through all things play, imagination and fun.
Ebonie values ongoing professional development and has completed specialised training to ensure up to date best practice.
She’s completed the Prechtl General Movement Assessment for early identification of neurological conditions in infants, Australian Physiotherapy Association Women's Health Level 1, which enhances her ability to support mothers in the postnatal period, and Surface Spinal Electrical Stimulation (SSES) for children, which she uses to support motor function and postural support.
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Ebonie thrives in multidisciplinary settings and strongly values working collaboratively with other health professionals to ensure the best outcomes for the children and families she supports. She has a special interest in infant and toddler development and believes early intervention and education is crucial to prepare young children for all their future endeavours.
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When she's not at work, Ebonie loves to do reformer pilates, Muay Thai and spend time with family and friends. Ebonie understands the vulnerability and trust associated with paediatric conditions and strives to continuously lead with compassion, open-mindedness and honesty to work with you in achieving your goals.
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Catriona Clarkson
Physiotherapist
Born and raised in Ipswich, Catriona completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at the University of Queensland, and is delighted to work in a community that means so much to her.
Catriona, more affectionately known as Cat by her clients, found her love for paediatrics through the West Moreton Child Development Service and Ipswich Hospital’s Special Care Nursery. Here, she was fortunate to see a wide variety of children, from newborns right through to young adults. She has experience working with a range of conditions, such as developmental delay, cerebral palsy, orthopaedic conditions and ASD. She has a particular interest in the long term management of children with neurological diagnoses.
Cat is passionate about working with children and their families using a holistic and client-centred approach. She strives to empower every child to reach their fullest potential, and understands the importance of collaborating with the family to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes for children.
On her days off, Cat loves to explore the outdoors with long hikes, travel to new and beautiful places and spend quality time with her friends and family.
Maya Murali
Physiotherapist
Maya is a passionate physiotherapist who completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at the University of South Australia in 2024. Originally from Adelaide, she recently relocated to Brisbane in search of new challenges and opportunities in a bigger city, bringing with her a strong sense of community and a deep commitment to paediatric care.
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Maya’s love for working with children began through her involvement in volunteer programs such as Young Mercy Links SA and Edmund Rice Camps SA. These experiences involved supporting children from refugee backgrounds and those facing difficult home environments. Through leading activities and creating safe, joyful spaces, Maya developed a deep appreciation for the resilience and uniqueness of every child.
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During her studies, Maya completed the specialised course Physiotherapy with Children and Families, which gave her the practical skills to create play-based therapy environments tailored to each child’s interests, abilities, and goals. She believes the early years are critical in shaping a child’s future and is passionate about supporting development in a way that is fun, engaging, and empowering.
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Maya approaches her work with creativity, empathy, and a genuine belief in the potential of every child. Known for her playful and approachable nature, she often describes herself as a “big kid” at heart – a quality that allows her to build strong, trusting relationships with her young clients.
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Outside of the clinic, Maya enjoys dancing, crafting, and spending time in nature – all of which continue to inspire her work and the therapeutic activities she creates.
Emily
Allied Health Assistant
Emily is a passionate Allied Health Assistant who brings warmth, positivity, and lived experience to her role at Tree’s Physiotherapy. Currently studying a Diploma in Community Health and Development and having recently completed her Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance, Emily is committed to continually growing her skills to support others on their wellbeing journeys.
Her professional path has been shaped by her own experiences as a mum of three, including her daughter who has faced significant challenges. This personal perspective has given Emily a deep understanding of the power of compassionate, individualised care. Emily works closely with clients and the wider healthcare team to deliver person-centred, culturally respectful support. With empathy, kindness and a strong drive to make a difference, she’s here to help every client feel supported and empowered.
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Outside of work (and in the rare quiet moment!), Emily enjoys relaxing with a coffee and spending time with her family.
Jessica Pillar
Practice Manager
Jessica has a strong background across a range of industries and is known for her approachable nature and exceptional organisational skills. She is passionate about supporting both our team and our clients, and takes pride in fostering a positive and efficient workplace culture where everyone feels valued and supported.
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Her decision to join our team was inspired by her own journey as a parent to an extremely premature baby, giving her a deep understanding of the challenges families face and a strong desire to help others in a meaningful way. She brings empathy, warmth and professionalism to everything she does.
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When she’s not in the clinic, Jessica juggles life as a mum of two little ones, two dogs and two cats. She loves camping and spending time outdoors, and you’ll often find her chasing her crew around a local park or discovering a new café to enjoy with her family.
Join Our Team!
If you are a passionate allied health professional looking to work in a dynamic team environment with a varied paediatric caseload, we would love to hear from you.
We would love to create a collaborative multi-disciplinary team that includes:
Speech Pathologist
Occupational Therapist
Clinical Psychologist
Music Therapist
Art Therapist
Physiotherapist
Exercise Physiologist
