OUR TEAM

Meet Our Physiotherapists

Janet Brandt-Sarif
Janet Brandt-SarifB.Sc. Physiotherapy
Janet graduated from the University of Cape Town, South Africa in 1991, she is a highly experienced physiotherapist with over twenty years of clinical experience. Since establishing JBS Physiotherapy Lane Cove in 1998, Janet has continued to attend regular education courses and has developed a keen interest in treating back and neck pain. She uses a variety of techniques including dry needling, Integrated Systems model, the Thoracic ring approach, and she is an accredited practitioner of the Sarah Key method. Janet also teaches strength and conditioning classes which focus on posture and stability and practices Woman’s Health Physiotherapy. As an active mother of three, who loves exercise and movement, Janet is focused on ensuring all her clients can continue to move and function in the best possible way.
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Todd Stembridge
Todd StembridgeB.H.Sc. Physiotherapy
Todd is a physiotherapist with almost twenty years of clinical experience and has been at JBS Physiotherapy Lane Cove for over eight years. Todd graduated from Auckland University of Technology in 2002 with a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Physiotherapy. His main treatment skills are derived from LJ Lee’s Thoracic ring approach, Sarah Keys spinal principles, Dean Watson’s headache concepts, and Mulligan mobilisations. There is a ‘hands-on’ treatment focus with lots of soft tissue release including massage, dry needling, and joint mobilisation. Todd has a strong knowledge of exercise rehabilitation. He is passionate about sport and helping his clients optimise performance especially when it comes to their golf swing. He has two young children and a beautiful wife, he therefore understands the demands of creating balance between work, parenting and trying to maximise physical function.
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Matthew Jeffrey
Matthew JeffreyB.Physiotherapy
Matthew graduated with First Class Honours from Western Sydney University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. He has a keen interest in sport, exercise, and health, which inspired him to pursue his physiotherapy career. Matthew finds immense satisfaction in helping patients recover and achieve their goals. He utilises a combination of hands-on and exercise-based approaches in his management. His enthusiasm for working with individuals and athletes who strive for optimal physical performance is evident in his approach to treatment. Matthew’s career interests include working with patients in the areas of injury rehabilitation and sports physiotherapy. To deliver the most effective care, he remains dedicated to incorporating evidence-based practices into his treatments. Matthew understands that each person’s journey to recovery is unique, and he tailors his interventions accordingly to provide a patient-centered approach.
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Katie Rodriguez
Katie RodriguezB.Sc Physiotherapy
Katie is a Physiotherapist with 20 years of both clinical experience and has been working at JBS Physiotherapy since February 2025. Before that she was working as a clinical Change Manager across numerous public hospitals facilitating clinicians to develop new models of care, and new ways of working , while managing the behavioural change required to ensure smooth transition from old to new. She is a trained coach and a facilitator which she untilises to help clients reach their full potential.
Katie worked as a Senior Neurological Physiotherapist at Prince of Wales Hospital for almost 9 years rehabilitating patients following stroke, neurological conditions and brain injury. This required an in-depth knowledge of the neurological system, skilled analysis and functional rehabilitation to enable patients to regain their independence. She is passionate about gait analysis and facilitating patients to get back to their optimal levels of fitness and function ensuring quality of life for patients with physical impairments.
Katie worked in Musculoskeletal (MSK) private practice treating clients with a wide range of MSK conditions. She blends her skills from neuro, MSK and coaching to rehabilitate clients to achieve their goals.
Katie is a qualified mat Pilates instructor and enjoys using this as a tool to connect patients back to their body, move better, gain strength and reduce pain.
Katie attained her Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from Manchester University, United Kingdom in 2005. Since then, she has continued to maintain her ongoing professional development by attending courses and researching the literature. Katie’s skills include McKenzie’s approach, Mulligan’s manipulations, Barbara Hungerford’s muscle energy technique and Bobath. Katie also has a keen interest in Women’s Health.
Katie is a mum of two beautiful girls aged 4 and 7 and in her spare time loves to run and go on bush walks with the family. She understands the difficulties of juggling work and family but is passionate about self-resourcing and efficiency to maintain strength as we age.

Meet Our Personal Trainers

Jereme Xia
Jereme XiaPersonal Trainer
Jereme is a graduate from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science. A lifelong interest in human biomechanics and physiology, combined with extensive experience in high performance fields, has inspired him to apply his knowledge and expertise within the sporting and health industry. Utilising a combination of practical and evidence based approaches, he is always happy and eager to see his clients and provide them with the tools to achieve their health and fitness goals. Jereme has particular interest in athletes of all levels looking for rehabilitative or performance based guidance. Dedication to patient centred care ensures his clients receive a unique intervention.
Tommy Cochrane
Tommy CochranePersonal Trainer
Tommy is our latest addition to the team- a Personal Trainer, Yogi, Adventurer, Athlete…..
Over the last 19 years of being in the fitness industry he’s worked with and learnt from some of the best & brightest in the world of health, wellness, spirituality, yoga, fitness and personal development.
Through this journey Tommy has learnt how to bring together a comprehensive, wholistic way for individuals to thrive in life and connect to the core of who they are.
Tommy has worked with a wide range of clients from pregnant women to athletes, from kids to corporate warriors. He tailors individual plans to help you achieve your goals & inspire you to unlock and unleash your greatest self.
Tommy is passionate and committed to help guide and support you on your Movement Journey.

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