Kat Foster: What it’s like working at Sean Elder Therapies.

Sean sits down with Kat to discuss coming to work at Sean Elder Therapies.

In this behind-the-scenes Q&A, I sit down with Kat Foster, Sports Massage Therapist at Sean Elder Therapies, to share what it’s actually like stepping into a clinic where therapy is treated as a craft, not just a service. For therapists considering their next career step, this is a real, unpolished insight into the environment, culture, and standards you’ll find here.

Q1: Kat, what drew you to Sean Elder Therapies as your next professional step?

I wanted to work somewhere that genuinely prioritised quality over quantity. I knew of Sean's work and the standards here, but what stood out most was the opportunity to keep learning, to challenge myself, and to actually be mentored — not just left to figure it out on my own. The idea of working in an environment where I could keep refining my craft, without losing my own style, was exactly what I was looking for.

Q2: What have the first few months really been like?

Supportive and demanding — but in a good way. There’s a clear expectation that you are here to think, adapt, and take ownership of your development. But you’re not thrown in alone. Sean actively mentors you, checks in regularly, and creates space to discuss what you’re seeing in your treatments. You always feel like there’s someone there to help you navigate the more complex cases. It’s been a steep learning curve, but a supported one.

Q3: What does mentorship look like in practice here?

It’s not just training sessions or occasional feedback. It’s day-to-day, real-time learning. Sean encourages you to question, reflect, and refine your work. You’re guided — not micromanaged. There’s a strong balance between having autonomy as a therapist and being part of a shared standard. I’ve become more confident, but also more aware of where I can still grow.

Q4: How does this clinic differ from other environments you’ve worked in?

It’s completely different. I’ve worked in places where the focus was on turnover — get clients in, get them out. Here, everything is built to allow therapists to work properly — the equipment, the space, the time with clients, and the culture. There’s no ‘box-ticking’ or shortcuts. It feels like an environment where the actual craft of therapy is respected.

Q5: Who would thrive here? And who might struggle?

If you’re genuinely passionate about being a therapist — about learning, growing, and helping clients in a meaningful way — you’ll thrive. You don’t need to have it all figured out, but you do need to be willing to engage with the process. If you’re looking for an easy, routine-driven role with minimal expectations, you’ll probably find it tough.

Q6: What advice would you give to therapists considering Sean Elder Therapies?

Don’t be put off by the high standards — they are there to bring out the best in you, not to catch you out. You’ll be challenged, but you’ll be supported every step of the way. If you’re ready to commit to your development, you’ll become a much better therapist here — and you’ll enjoy the process too.

Considering your next step as a therapist?

If you want to be part of a team where you’re supported, mentored, and held to meaningful professional standards — while still having space to grow into your own style — we’d love to hear from you, check out the jobs section and/or contact Sean using the contact form.