With modalities that integrate body, mind and soul, Synergy and Freedom is dedicated to being truly holistic in our approach to enabling both horses and humans to live their fullest expression.

Below is a list of some of the modalities I work within. While there are others these are the most prominent ones. I pull from any and all relevant modalities when working with humans and horses so that you get an integrated and personalised solution.

Qualifications:

A summary of some of my qualifications include:

Bachelor of Chiropractic Science

Masters of Chiropractic

Masters of Research - thesis investigating the effectiveness of a 5 week functional movement programme designed for dressage riders

Equine Reiki Master

Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation 1

Equine Craniosacral Therapy

Equine and Canine Therapeutic Acupuncture

TTouch Level 1

Face Reading 1

Life Coach

NLP

Emotional Freedom Technique (Tapping)

Certified Meditation Teacher

Youth Mental Health First Aid

EA Level 1 Coach (registration lapsed)

I’m also currently studying:

Bachelor of Veterinary Science - University of Queensland

Advanced Ho’oponopono

200hr Yoga Teacher Training

I have also published two research papers in peer-reviewed journals:

Is Pilates and Effective Rehabilitation Tool? A systematic review. Byrnes et al. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies. 2018.

Effects of Non-pharmaceutical Treatments on Symptom Management in Adults With Mild or Moderate Multiple Sclerosis: A Meta-Analysis. Byrnes and Whillier. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics. 2019.

And wrote a thesis of original research for my Masters of Research:

Feasibility of a 5-week functional movement course for dressage horse riders - which can be downloaded through the Macquarie University Research Online portal.