Her Connection Physiotherapy was created by Anna Lanyon in 2020. The goal was to build a women-only, boutique space in Woonona that focuses on pelvic health and other conditions that specifically affect women.
Her Connection is a warm and safe space where women can have a cup of tea, read a magazine and be given exceptional care – and ultimately walk away feeling better.
We are so much more than a clinic that just treats pelvic floors. At Her Connection, we specialise in the various conditions that are specific to women’s pelvic health. We have deep empathy for all of our patient’s stories – and appreciate the connection of emotional, physical and social factors when it comes to women’s health.
We understand that a women’s body is a complex connection of pelvic floor, musculoskeletal system, hormones, emotions and specific stages of life. At Her Connection, we listen to every patient’s unique story and assess them as a whole, to deliver a highly specialised treatment and management plan for them as an individual.
Together, our team blends years of experience in both musculoskeletal and pelvic health physiotherapy. Expect a whole body assessment where we will listen, connect your symptoms to your physical signs, emotions, hormones and musculoskeletal story, and create a plan for you.
This is what you can expect typically from your very first appointment at Her Connection Physiotherapy:
Why are you here? What do you hope to know and understand after our consultation today? We will take a thorough background to help us understand and connect your physical symptoms with what we might find objectively. Often the timeline is important – so there will be lots of questions about not only women’s health stages of life, but also musculoskeletal injuries and hormone transitions.
We have lots of assessment tools to help us figure out how to best help you. Your whole body will be assessed externally, and if there is a pelvic floor concern – an internal exam may be suggested.
We may also use Real Time Ultrasound to see deeper muscles in and around your pelvis.
Education. We will make sure you understand your body. Understand your “why is this happening?” and “how are we going to make me feel better?” Treatment may also involve hands on treatment – soft tissue massage, mobilisations, dry needling and even work on an individualised exercise plan.
Where to from here? Our hope is for you to walk away knowing a path forward. This may involve a referral to a specialist, a home exercise plan or even continued (weekly, monthly or 6 monthly) physiotherapy management. Whatever it may be, we will create a clear plan to empower you to trust in your body.
I’m a proud mum to three beautiful children, and with my husband, we live in Thirroul. In 2021, I started Her Connection Physiotherapy following a move from Sydney to the Illawarra.
After graduating in 2007, I worked in Wollongong’s hospital system, with sports teams in London, and in a private musculoskeletal practice in Sydney. These experiences helped me develop a well-rounded understanding of physiotherapy, from the medical side to the sporting body, and reinforced how important it is to treat the whole person.
In 2015, I discovered the field of Women’s Health and was captivated by the profound impact physiotherapy can have on women’s health and well-being. Over the past decade, I have continued to be inspired by the resilience and strength of women’s bodies, while also recognizing the physical, hormonal and emotional challenges that many women face. I am passionate about helping women in our community gain a deeper understanding of their bodies—inside and out—and working collaboratively to find solutions to their health concerns.
What I love about Her Connection Physiotherapy is what we’ve built. We combine years of clinical experience with real-life experience, but what truly sets us apart is our natural empathy and honesty, which create the welcoming, supportive atmosphere that defines Her Connection.
Master of Physiotherapy
University of Sydney 2008
Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science and Nutrition)
University of Wollongong 2007
Introduction into Women’s Health Physiotherapy 2015 – Women’s Health Training Associates
Advanced Pelvic Floor Prolapse and Stress Incontinence 2016 and 2025 – Women’s Health Training Associates
Advanced Pelvic Pain Genitourinary and Anorectal Disorders 2017 – Women’s Health Training Associates
Advanced Pelvic Floor Implications Regarding Exercise, Sport and MS Dysfunction 2017 – Women’s Health Training Associates
Advanced Pessary and Gellhorn Fitting – Women’s Health Training Associates
Advanced Lactating Breast workshop – Melinda Cooper (2018)
Advanced Pelvic Skills Workshop – Professor Hans Peter Dietz
Women’s Health Research Updates 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
The Sports Thorax – Connect the whole body to optimise performance with the Thoracic Ring
Approach – Dr LJ Lee
The Sports Pelvis and Hip – Dr LJ Lee
Level 1 Shoulder Course – Lyn Watson
Dry Needling, Level 1 with GEMt
Clinical Yoga for Physiotherapists
Tamara, a highly experienced physiotherapist, has dedicated 17 years to specialising in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and the past 11 years to Pelvic Health Physiotherapy. Her deep passion lies in providing comprehensive care for women with pelvic health and musculoskeletal concerns. She strives to empower her clients with the knowledge and understanding to effectively address and manage their specific issues. Tamara is committed to doing everything in her power to support their journey towards recovery.
In addition to her clinical practice, Tamara has embraced the role of educator in recent years. She was lucky enough to have a Mentor of her own who supported her journey into teaching. Tamara co-created a widely acclaimed Birth Course called “Born Ready,” which has now expanded to multiple locations across Australia. Furthermore, she imparts her expertise to aspiring Pelvic Health Physiotherapists through her own courses, workshops, online membership platforms (The Pelvic Health Community), and teaching on the APA (Australian Physiotherapy Association) streams. She also co-hosts the Pelvic Health Podcast alongside Lori Forner and Jo Murdoch. Teaching has not only allowed Tamara to share her knowledge but has also provided her with valuable opportunities to learn from others. She firmly believes that by working collaboratively, Pelvic health Physiotherapists can achieve the best possible outcomes for their patients.
Bachelor of Applied Science Physiotherapy – Sydney University 2007
Pelvic health and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist at Anaria, Southern Nest and Her Connection Physiotherapy
APA Level 1 and 2 presenter/tutor
WHTA Pessary Tutor
Co-Director of Born Ready
Co-host of the Pelvic Health Podcast.
APA committee member for Women’s and Mens’ Pelvic Health.
WHTA Introduction to Women’s health 2012
WHTA Advanced OAB 2014
WHTA Advanced SUI and POP 2014
Melinda Cooper. The Lactating Breast 2014
WHTA Advance Pelvic Pain 2015
Advance Pelvic Skills Workshop (Peter Dietz) 2015
Melinda Cooper. Advanced Lactating Breast workshop (2018)
WHTA advance Bowel Disorders 2021
WHTA Research Update 2021
Lori Forner Transperineal RTUA 2022
WHTA research Update 2022
Barbara Hunderford – Treatment of the Lumbar spine and pelvis (muscle energy) 2009
Barbara Hungerford – Functional exercise and rehab for lumbopelvic stability 2010
Lyn Watson – Shoulder level 1 2010
GEMt Dry needling 2015
Connect therapy Series – including thoracic rings 2017
Diane Lee Diastasis and the Abdominal wall 2018
Better together is what I truly believe. Together, we can always do better, feel better, be better. I strive to do this through understanding, collaboration, team work, communication and a bit of fun along the way.
I have been fortunate to work in a range of settings with so many fantastic physiotherapists and health professionals. I have had extensive experience in treating chronic injuries as well as complex women’s pelvic health conditions.
I take a whole body and whole person approach.I know how overwhelming it can be living with a chronic condition, but I truly believe that movement is medicine. Pain, injury, chronic disease, incontinence, prolapse or fear of these can all be barriers to moving well and can limit the life you want to live. There is always something that can be done to help.
I am genuine in my approach to helping and caring for everyone I work with.
Bachelor of Applied Science Physiotherapy – Sydney University
WHTA Introduction to Women’s health
WHTA Advanced SUI and POP
WHTA Advance Pelvic Pain
WHTA research updated annually
Connect therapy Series, including thoracic rings
Dry Needling, Level 1 – GEMt
Lumbar Spine, Pelvis & SIJ, Thoracic Spine & Ribs, The Hip, Cervical Spine – Trish Wisbey-Roth
Diastasis and the Abdominal wall – Diane Lee
Georgia, our practice manager is in the clinic on Tuesdays. Georgia is an Illawarra local and you’ll likely see her around the community with her gorgeous little girl, at various beaches, parks or coffee shops.
With her friendly and warm nature, she’s here to help you schedule, reschedule, manage payments, cuddle your bubs, have a chat – whatever you need!
When Georgia isn’t around, our practitioners are just an email away, and our handy online booking platform makes it super easy to find a time that works for you, even if you need to reschedule or cancel.
