My name is Rosanna Morrison, founder of Hawthorn Health Alliance. I am a qualified Osteopath registered with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC). I trained at the University College of Osteopathy, where I completed a five-year integrated Masters degree in Osteopathy (M.Ost), graduating with Distinction.
As an evidence-based musculoskeletal (MSK) health professional, movement and exercise form a central part of my practice. Research consistently shows that regular movement is one of the cornerstones of long-term health, recovery, and resilience. Rather than viewing the body as a machine that simply needs “fixing,” I see it more as an ecosystem — something that thrives when given the right conditions to adapt, recover, and grow. My role is not to create passive dependence on treatment, but to help guide and support you in building confidence in your body and improving your capacity over time.
I work with people experiencing a wide range of acute and persistent musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, and chronic pain conditions. My approach is grounded in current evidence and informed by a biopsychosocial understanding of pain, injury, and rehabilitation. This means considering not only physical symptoms, but also the wider factors that can influence health, recovery, and wellbeing.
Alongside hands-on care where appropriate, I place a strong emphasis on education, movement, rehabilitation, and behaviour change. Together, we will identify meaningful goals and create a realistic, individualised plan that supports sustainable progress. I aim to provide guidance, accountability, and encouragement, helping you build self-discipline, confidence, and long-term strategies for managing your health independently.
I am passionate about delivering accessible, patient-centred care and working collaboratively with each individual to achieve the best possible outcome for them. Treatment plans are always tailored to the person, taking into account how pain may affect different aspects of life — and how life itself can influence pain and recovery.
At Hawthorn Health Alliance, you will never be expected to commit to block-booking appointments. Recommendations for treatment frequency and timelines are guided by your symptoms, your goals, and the best available research regarding prognosis and healing. For more information about treatment and appointments see our What to Expect page.
