About us
We are a Gonstead chiropractic clinic committed to excellence in service and care of the health of each individual in an ethical, efficient and caring way.
Our team
DR CATRIONA MCNAMARA
Dr Catriona McNamara is a Doctor of Chiropractic and the Principal Chiropractor at Park Road Chiropractic.
With over 25 years of wide ranging and in-depth clinical experience, Dr McNamara has continued to further her clinical skill, completing extensive post graduate studies and authoring clinical papers. She is recognised amongst her peers as proficient in the Chiropractic technique of Gonstead and in 2002, her expertise was recognised by the Australian Gonstead Chiropractic Society as a Diplomate. As such Dr McNamara continues to be involved in ongoing education both for students training in chiropractic and fellow Chiropractors. In 2015 she received the annual award for “Clinical Excellence” from the Gonstead Society in Australia.
A fully registered member of the Chiropractic Association of Australia since 1995, Dr McNamara is also a mother of three children. As such she has a keen understanding and special interest in the area of paediatric and pregnancy related Chiropractic issues. She has completed a 2-year postgraduate in Paediatrics (chiropractic). Dr McNamara regularly teaches at seminars and is involved in a multidisciplinary approach to the care of infants with difficulties breastfeeding due to tongue tie (ankyloglossia).
As the Principal Chiropractor of Park Road Chiropractic, Dr McNamara maintains a philosophy of putting the care of her patients first. Despite extensive clinical experience, she believes it is this care that makes service outstanding.
When she is not in the clinic she enjoys spending time with her husband and three teenage children.
DR TED ALEN
Dr Ted Alen is a Chiropractor with 17 years of experience, known for his warm, grounded approach to care. He combines strong clinical skill with a genuine focus on connection, clarity and results. Ted enjoys helping people move better, feel better and get back to the things they love, with an emphasis on honest communication and practical treatment. With a background across multiple clinics in Queensland, from regional towns to busy urban practices, he brings a wide range of experience to every consultation. Patients appreciate his calm manner, attention to detail, and commitment to getting results.
He values professionalism, family, faith, lifestyle and community, and brings these qualities into every interaction at the clinic. Outside the clinic, Ted enjoys road trips, photography, good coffee, music and spending time with his wife Jackie and their baby son, Jordan.
DR KATE PERRY - Currently on leave for 2026
After experiencing the benefits of chiropractic as a teen, Dr. Perry was inspired to study chiropractic. Dr. Kate Perry (a Doctor of Chiropractic) has a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and a Master of Chiropractic from Macquarie University in Sydney.
Dr Kate Perry has been with Park Road Chiropractic for over 10 years and is committed to providing individualised, compassionate and excellent care for each patient. She regularly attends seminars and workshops to increase her knowledge and skill set for the benefit of her patients.
Dr. Perry is passionate about fitness, nutrition, and improving the health and quality of life of families. Having two young children she doesn’t have much spare time – but when she does she is either at the beach, cross fit or with friends and family!
DR LUCINDA SMITH - Currently on leave for 2026
Lucinda’s Chiropractic journey started as a child when she was first exposed to the benefits of Chiropractic. Since completing her Master of Chiropractic, Lucinda has completed postgraduate studies in Paediatrics completing her Diplomate of Chiropractic Paediatrics. Lucinda has a particular interest in supporting children’s neurological development. Supporting them through every stage of childhood. Lucinda has provided care for families in Toowoomba and in Newcastle and has now settled here in Brisbane. If you can’t find Lucinda in the practice you’ll find her at the gym or sipping coffee or perfecting her newest hobby of learning to sew.
MASSAGE THERAPIST
SARAH KENNER - Myotherapist
Sarah brings a wealth of knowledge from both her studies in Myotherapy (2009) and Exercise and health science degrees (2007). She has a speciality working with lifestyle and work related stressors to the body and loves helping clients understand how to support their bodies through whatever life brings their way.
Sarah also has a strong background in sports strength & conditioning, dancing and athletic performance. As well as working with high fatigue, anxiety and mental stress. She is also a certified pregnancy massage practitioner and can assist through all phases of pre-pregnancy through to post partum and beyond.