Practitioners
Hannah
OFFERINGS: REMEDIAL, DEEP TISSUE, RELAXATION & pregnancy MASSAGE / cupping
Hannah is a compassionate and dedicated Massage Therapist. As a beacon of healing for her clients, she draws from her knowledge and experience to deliver treatments that meet the specific needs of each individual.
Born with a natural inclination towards helping others, Hannah pursued her passion, completing formal qualifications and immersing herself in the art and science of Remedial Massage Therapy.
She has tirelessly devoted herself to continuous learning, embracing opportunities to enhance her skills and broaden her knowledge. This has included the development of skills in cupping, deep tissue, relaxation, pregnancy and postpartum massage. Her commitment to growth reflects not only in her expanding repertoire of techniques but also in her deep understanding of the profound connection between the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of well-being.
Hannah firmly believes that she serves as a conduit for healing. She feels that true healing comes from within and that individuals possess the power to transform their lives if they are open to receiving and committed to do the work required.
She specialises in treating clients with chronic pain, muscle tension, anxiety, stress, burnout, injury, and women's health. Drawing from her personal experiences with chronic pain and the profound impact it can have on all aspects of life, she emphasises the importance of developing a strong channel of self-awareness.
Observe, listen, embody.
Hannah is available Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.
Private health fund rebates are available with Hannah.
Pippa
OFFERINGS: Remedial, DEEP TISSUE, RELAXATION & PREGNANCY Massage / Somatic Therapy
Pippa has over 13 years’ experience working as a remedial massage therapist. Over the duration of this, time Philippa has come to work intuitively with the client’s personal needs on a physical, spiritual, emotional and mental level.
Pippa applies the traditional techniques of trigger point therapy, myofascial release and deep tissue massage with a somatic holistic and intuitive focus to bring nourishment and healing to each person.
Pippa is a multi-skilled embodiment practitioner whose main focus is integration and wholistic well-being. Over the years Philippa has studied and trained in a variety of somatic, spiritual and therapeutic modalities, which includes remedial massage/bodywork, SomaChi yoga, ceremonialist, ritual facilitation, women's circles and Internal Body Tracking/Somatic therapy. Philippa's approach to her work is intuitive, explorative, collaborative as well as holding a safe space for the client to move deeper into their true nature.
Diploma of Remedial Massage from Melbourne Polytechnic.
Pippa is available Tuesday and Wednesday. She also pops in every other Monday and Friday so keep an eye out!
Sanna
OFFERINGS: ZENTHAI SHIATSU / ayurvedic warm oil massage (ABHYANGA)
Sanna Coudoux is a certified Zenthai Shiatsu Therapist and Ayurvedic Postpartum Doula. She is dedicated to empowering individuals with the means to tap into their body's innate wisdom, particularly during life transitions and transformative periods. Her sessions are marked by absolute presence, fostering an environment where physical, mental, and spiritual burdens can be gracefully released.
Sanna is passionate about supporting the evolution and growth of individuals and families on their healing pathways. She works through the body offering a vast range of somatic tools that can be continued as a home practice to enliven the remembrance of health that resides within all of us. She specialises in women's health and postpartum care, injury and trauma recovery, disorders of the musculoskeletal, digestive and nervous systems, creating space and ease in the body, movement & somatic therapy, meridian work for balancing the internal organ systems, inflammation & stress reduction and improving overall mental and physical wellbeing.
With deep respect for each individual's healing journey, Sanna offers a nurturing space for transformation, utilizing her intuitive skills and training while honouring her practice's ancestral lineages. She emphasizes the importance of a safe, introspective space for individuals to gradually reconnect with their true selves and others, believing this approach to healing is crucial for present and future generations.
Qualifications
ZENTHAI SHIATSU Focused Intention Therapy. Bodywork. Yoga. Shambhala Centre
Level 1 Training Zenthai Shiatsu Pulse Studios Brunswick Founded by Gwyn Williams
Sanna is available Thursdays.
www.sanna-coudoux.com.au for more information.
Lee
OFFERINGS: NATUROPATHY
Lee is a dedicated, degree-qualified Naturopath with a Bachelor of Health Science (BHSc), specialising in holistic health and well-being. With experience in treating gut health, mental health, and female reproductive issues—particularly period pain—Lee offers a comprehensive and individualised approach to naturopathic care.
In Lee’s practice, diet, organic wholefoods, and lifestyle modifications are central to the treatment plan, reflecting a commitment to promoting optimal health through natural means. Complementing these foundational elements, Lee skilfully incorporates herbs, flower essences and nutritional supplements to support and enhance the body’s healing processes.
With a focus on addressing root causes and fostering long-term wellness, Lee provides compassionate and evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s unique needs, guiding them towards balanced health and an improved quality of life.
Why choose Naturopathy?
1. The healing power of nature - Naturopathy invokes & stimulates the body’s innate healing capacity
2. Identify and treat the cause - By addressing the root cause of an illness and not just the presenting symptoms patients can unlock the emotional, lifestyle and environmental factors that may be contributing to their condition.
3. First do no harm - Prioritising treatments that are safe and minimise harm, gentle and non-invasive.
4. Treat the whole person - A comprehensive full body approach encompassing the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of health.
5. Prevention - This is the key focus of all treatment plans, to allow long-term well-being.
Naturopathy can be used alongside conventional medicine treatments allowing patients to benefit from both conventional and naturopathic methods, aiming to provide a more comprehensive and personalised treatment. Naturopaths use a variety of conventional and specialised functional testing methods to assess and guide treatment plans such as blood, stool, microbiome and food sensitivity testing.
Lee is available Tuesdays.
Casey
OFFERINGS: energetic acupuncture / psychic bodywork
Casey is a devoted and loving healer, always of service from the heart with caring hands ready to help. She has a background in Chinese medicine, graduating her Acupuncture studies from Endeavour College of Natural Health in 2016 and from there, moved straight into clinical practice. She has experience working with humans from all walks of life but dedicated much of her career as an Acupuncturist to working with fertility, pregnancy and postpartum clients.
During this time, Casey also undertook training and studies in Fertility Massage Therapy, 200hr YTT, Ayurveda, Usui & Quantum Reiki and other therapies which all influence her healing work in their own ways.
Casey offers Psychic Womb Healing…
Casey also practices Psychic Bodywork, which is a form of spiritual healing through the body. Psychic Bodywork is a profound healing modality that delves into the depths of the soul, using the physical body as a conduit for transformation.
In this therapy, Casey draws upon a combination of light touch and psychic connection to facilitate a powerful healing journey. As you undergo this experience, you intuitively engage with the process (through movement, voice and breath) while in a deep state of relaxation, gently unravelling the deep-seated blockages and emotional traumas that have been hindering your spiritual growth. This unblocking allows for a release and subsequent healing within your physical vessel which is subtle but very deep. Psychic Bodywork not only addresses physical ailments and pain but also promotes emotional and spiritual flow. This transformative modality honours and inspires the body's innate healing wisdom, guiding you towards a state of harmony and balance, where your spirit can thrive unencumbered.
Casey is available Saturdays.
Natalie
OFFERINGS: Clinical Nutrition Therapist & Plant-Based Nutrition coach
“I believe that healthy food is the most effective and affordable form of medicine.
That’s why my goal is to guide you toward the best possible
plant-based meals for your unique needs.”
Natalie has always believed that nutritional therapy and food-based healing can help alleviate and manage a wide range of health conditions, just as it has in her own experience.
With an evidence-based approach that focuses on identifying root causes and imbalances to improve patient health outcomes, Natalie’s mission is to guide you toward your best self through holistic plant-based meals.
As a Clinical Nutrition Therapist and qualified Plant-Based Nutrition Coach, she can help you revitalise your well-being by guiding you along your plant-based whole-food journey. Using evidence-based nutrition consultations and holistic plant-based meal plan packages, Natalie’s offerings are completely tailored to you!
When to See a Nutritional Therapist
If you have chronic health issues that haven’t improved with conventional treatments.
If you want to improve your overall health and well-being through diet.
If you need guidance on weight management, sports nutrition, or specialised diets (e.g., vegan, gluten-free).
If you are dealing with digestive issues, fatigue, hormonal imbalances, or other health concerns that may be linked to nutrition.
A decade ago, she switched from a typical European diet to a completely vegan diet overnight. It wasn't easy. She got sick for six months as her body began to detox from the previously bad habits. Natalie grew up eating lots of dairy and salami, however, after the initial struggle, quitting them made her realise how detrimental those animal products were to her health.
Impressed by a newfound vitality and wellness thanks to this plant-based diet, she decided to train as a Vegan Lifestyle Coach at the Main Street Vegan Academy in NYC. The experience transformed her life, prompting her to study Nutritional Medicine and even 200-level Hatha Yoga in India.
It was a choice she would never regret. It changed Natalie’s life for the better, and now she wants to positively change yours too.
I’m not a vegan, are you still the right nutritionist for me?
Of course! Even if you are not Vegan, Vegetarian or Flexitarian, Natalie would love to help you improve your body, mind and spirit with a whole-food diet.
A whole-food plant-based diet is centred around whole, unrefined, and unprocessed foods with a foundational intake of fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, seeds and nuts. A whole-food, plant-based diet allows you to meet your nutritional needs by focusing on minimally processed plant foods.
Natalie has a wide range of offerings.
1. Personalised Nutrition Plans: Nutritional Therapists create individualized nutrition plans based on a person’s unique needs, health status, and goals. They consider factors like age, gender, medical history, lifestyle, and personal preferences.
2. Health Assessments: They conduct comprehensive health assessments, including dietary intake analysis, medical history review, and sometimes biochemical testing, to identify nutritional deficiencies or imbalances.
3. Education and Guidance: Nutritional Therapists educate their clients about the relationship between diet and health. They provide guidance on healthy eating habits, nutrient-rich foods, and the importance of a balanced diet.
4. Support and Motivation: They offer ongoing support and motivation to help clients make sustainable lifestyle changes. This may include meal planning, grocery shopping tips, and cooking advice.
5. Management of Health Conditions: They use nutrition to manage or alleviate symptoms of various health conditions such as digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, autoimmune diseases, and more.
As a Clinical Nutritionist and Plant-Based Nutrition Couch, Natalie wants to guide you toward a happier and healthier lifestyle, ensuring that that journey is as rewarding and simple as possible.
Natalie is available Mondays.
www.risingnutrition.com.au for more information.
Laura
OFFERINGS: holistic pelvic care
Laura has been drawn to helping others since she was young. She was called to become a medical doctor but there was also no denying a pull towards energetic and spiritual healing. And why must they be separate entities? Let’s re-join the science and spirit of medicine.
Laura is a GP specialising in holistic Women’s Health. She has nearly 20 years’ experience as a doctor, and her passion is for mind body spirit medicine. She is here to help women heal, to be well and to be their best wild and wonderful selves.
At Bellingen Wellness, she is offering Holistic Pelvic Care™ (HPC) sessions for women. HPC sessions can clear pelvic congestion and support pelvic wellness and enhance creative energy. It can be especially healing for pelvic/ period pain, healing after birth, trauma healing and more.
What does a HPC session look like? There will be breath, visualisation, hands on bodywork and gentle intravaginal assessment and massage (optional). It will be guided at your pace; you are always in control.
She also has a new therapeutic offering coming soon.
Please note: Laura will not be providing Medicare rebatable services from Bellingen Wellness. If you would like to see her for medical services, please book in with her at the Coffs Harbour Women’s Health Centre by calling 6652 8111.
Laura is available on Fridays.
www.sacredmoonmedicine.com.au for more information.
Valeria
OFFERINGS: shiatsu
Valeria has worked as a Shiatsu Practitioner for over a decade.
Born in Chile and grew up in Melbourne, she loves nature and the outdoors, yoga, writing, children’s stories, and is curiously passionate about traditional methods of healing and culture.
The therapeutic art form of Shiatsu has helped transform her health, life and relationship to body, mind, energy, and emotions. Because of the profound impact it has had on her life, Valeria is dedicated to sharing this gift with others.
Shiatsu is an energetic healing art with origins in 8th century Japan, which uses the healing power of touch and the principles of TCM, taught within a framework of western medical science. It addresses and supports many energetic complaints as well as physical discomfort and injury. It is comprised of massage with fingers, thumbs, elbow, knuckle, feet, and palms. Valeria uses acupressure and assisted stretching on a futon on the ground, and work via the meridians (energy lines) of the body.
Valeria’s therapeutic framework is humanistic, transpersonal, and somatic. She focuses on emotions and the process of interoception (the perception of sensations from inside the body). Valeria has an integrative approach to individual well-being. She appreciates and values story, authenticity, kindness and mutual respect. Getting to the heart of things to facilitate authentic personal growth is something that she deeply values.
Valeria is also a trained psychologist with provisional registration; psychological intervention is not being offered privately during internship. Valeria recently co-authored a health psychology study on conventional and complementary treatment use and satisfaction in Australian women with endometriosis published in the Internal Medicine Journal.
Valeria is available every third Saturday of the month.