MEET OUR TEAM
Steven Laybutt - Principal Physiotherapist/Director
Steve has over 15 years experience in private practice and sports physiotherapy. After graduating in 2008, He began his career in Newcastle and then furthered his development as a physiotherapist by working in some of Sydney’s leading physiotherapy practices.
Steve began SmartMoves Physiotherapy and Health Services in 2019. His goal was to provide a high quality level of healthcare to Sydney’s Inner West.
Steve has worked with elite AFL, Soccer and Rugby League teams and has worked with professional dancers and performers. He gets as much pleasure out of helping everyday people do the things that keep them healthy and happy.
He has a special interest in chronic pain, tendon problems, sports injuries, osteoarthritis, strength and conditioning and the adolescent athlete.
In his spare time Steve enjoys staying fit, playing golf and heading to the beach.
Jerry Liu - Physiotherapist
Jerry graduated from the Australian Catholic University and has gained experience in neurorehabilitation, orthopaedics, and private practice. His passion lies in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, with a special interest in treating shoulder, knee, and back injuries.
With a background in competitive basketball and bodybuilding, Jerry combines his understanding of movement and performance to create tailored exercise programs and holistic treatment plans. He is passionate about helping patients recover and achieve their best physical potential.
Outside of work, Jerry is a gym enthusiast who enjoys staying active, exploring photography, and expressing his creativity in various way.
Jenny Derkenne - Physiotherapist
Jenny completed her physiotherapy degree at the University of Notre Dame Fremantle in Western Australia. She has previously worked with a leading NDIS provider and has extensive experience supporting people of all ages with a wide range of intellectual, neurological, and physical disabilities maximise their mobility and function.
Jenny brings a strong background in strength and conditioning, having worked in an athlete development gym during her studies and spending three years involved in sports training with West Australian Football League (WAFL) teams where she crafted functional, strength-based, and sport-informed exercise programs for clients across a wide range of abilities and goals.
Jenny has special interests in gender health and neurological rehabilitation. She has a strong skill set in managing ACL injuries, including both reconstructive and non-operative pathways, informed by both clinical experience and her own rehabilitation journey.
Having personally undergone three knee surgeries due to sporting injuries, Jenny’s lived experience reinforces her strong belief in educating and empowering clients to take an active role in managing their pain and injuries to reduce the risk of recurrence. Her own rehab journey has given her a deep understanding of the physical and emotional challenges of recovery, shaping her empathetic approach to care.
Jenny finds great fulfilment in seeing meaningful improvements in her clients’ quality of life. She has a genuine approach to care evidenced by the strong, trusting relationships she builds. Jenny strives to create a positive and encouraging environment where clients feel supported throughout their rehabilitation journey.
Outside of work, Jenny enjoys trying new activities and sports, playing social indoor volleyball, and will always have an art or craft project in the works. Since returning to her hometown of Sydney after 10 years in Perth, she is enjoying reconnecting with the area and discovering new hobbies
Emma Richards - Physiotherapist
Emma graduated with First Class Honours in Physiotherapy from the University of South Australia in 2010. With over a decade of experience in primary healthcare, she has most recently served as a lead physiotherapist at a prominent Sydney clinic. Emma has also previously worked as an Associate Lecturer within the UTS physiotherapy program, where she mentored the next generation of physiotherapists. Currently, in addition to her clinical work, she is a Project Manager for government-funded healthcare initiatives in paediatric rheumatology.
Her special interest areas within physiotherapy include rheumatology management, chronic disease management, dance injuries, and spinal pain/dysfunction.
In her free time, Emma enjoys Latin dancing and travelling.
Ben Boyle - Physiotherapist
Ben graduated from the University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2020. Since graduating, he has worked across a range of physiotherapy settings, including acute hospitals, community care and musculoskeletal practice. This broad experience has allowed Ben to work with people from all backgrounds and with a wide variety of conditions. He enjoys working closely with clients to achieve their goals and get them back to doing the things they love.
Having played a wide range of sports throughout his life—including hockey, tennis, soccer, futsal, rowing, running and golf—Ben has a strong understanding of the physical demands of sport and the challenges that come with injury. He has a particular interest in running-related injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, tendon pathology, muscle strains and tears, vestibular rehabilitation, and sporting hip, knee and ankle injuries.
Ben takes a tailored, evidence-based approach to physiotherapy, combining hands-on treatment, targeted exercise and education to help clients understand their injury and take an active role in their recovery. He also enjoys using force plate and dynamometry data, to track progress and ensure exercise programs are appropriate and individualised.
Outside of work, Ben can usually be found at the beach, out for a run, playing sport, or spending time with friends and family.
Madeleine Lock - Exercise Physiologist
Madeleine graduated from the University of New South Wales with a Bachelor of Exercise Physiology. She also obtained her Reformer Pilates certification and has extensive experience teaching group reformer Pilates classes in a variety of settings and disciplines, tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Madeleine's expertise spans from group classes to one-on-one sessions, ensuring that everyone receives personalised attention and achieves their fitness goals.
Madeleine has a keen interest in women's health, on empowering women through fitness and holistic well-being. She believes in the power of movement to transform lives and is dedicated to helping her clients achieve their best selves.
To stay active she enjoys pilates, strength training, and running. Outside of work, Madeleine can be found trying new restaurants, baking, and traveling.
Candice Smart - Massage Therapist
Candice has completed a Diploma in Remedial Massage and is extremely passionate about massage, health & wellness.
Candice has lots of experience working with people in all different settings and is highly skilled and enthusiastic about her work. She enjoys seeing her clients walk away in much better shape than they arrived!
Candice specialises in Remedial massage with a focus on the holistic approach to the body as she is passionate about people’s well-being. Candice strongly believes that everybody is different and there is no ‘one way’ approach to working with clients. She enjoys using a variety of techniques and tailoring each session to your wants and needs.