Gluten Free Shop : Practitioners

 

The following is a list of our recommended Health Practitioners

 

Catherine (Catie) Gett – Naturopath

Catherine is a highly qualified and dynamic naturopath. She is a member of the National Herbal Association of Australia, holding a degree in Health Science and Naturopathy, with undergraduate research in probiotics and gastrointestinal diseases.

Catherine is highly experienced in the treatment of food allergies, fructose malabsorption, IBS, Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative colitis and Coeliac’s disease.  With a unique, individualised approach Catherine uses a number of tools to optimise your health and wellbeing; including herbal and nutritional medicine, functional pathology, dietary advice and functional food counselling.

With a passion for scientific research Catherine insures that your treatment plan encompasses the latest in complimentary medical science.

Additionally, Catherine’s background as a professional cook enables her to help tailor your specific dietary needs with exciting and nutritious diet ideas.

As a NHAA registered practitioner, health-fund rebates are available.

 

Consulting Times:
Wednesday 2pm to 7pm
Friday 9am to 7pm
For an appointment or questions: 0402 013 014 or ring Sunnybrook on (03) 9578 6400

Susan Hunter - Naturopath

Susan Hunter is a highly experienced naturopath that has a special interest in treating:

• Allergies: eczema, asthma, hayfever, sinusitis
• Gastro-instestinal disorders including irritable bowel syndrome, and malabsorption syndromes
• Mental health conditions such as stress, depression and anxiety
• Pre and post natal care
• Children’s Health

 

Susan targets the cause of illness rather than just the symptoms and understands the need to set realistic goals for each patient, whilst providing the support needed to get through difficult aspects of treatment.

 

As an educator, she believes her role is to provide each client with the necessary dietary and lifestyle tools to improve wellbeing.
Susan also makes a point of keeping up to date with the latest research, meaning you get the best available naturopathic healthcare.

 

Susan graduated from the Southern School of Natural Therapies with a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy). Susan has also completed a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology). Your visit with Susan may be eligible for private insurance refunds.

 

Consulting Times:
Monday 9am to 2.00pm
Saturday from 9am to 5pm

For an appointment or questions: Please ring 0410 957 059 or Sunnybrook on (03) 9578 6400

 

Susan will be taking new clients from February 2012.

Dr. Maximilian Ferraiuolo (Chinese Medicine)

Marie Caruso– Naturopath

Marie Caruso Director of Artemis Naturopathic Care is a Naturopath who specializes in Natural Fertility. Having previously worked with Advanced Medical Institute and completing a Certificate in Natural Fertility Management, Marie is confident in assisting both males and females with reproductive issues. Her main focus is on educating and empowering clients to be able to take control of their health and this is the reason why she is now conducting regular mini information seminars for clients.

Incorporating Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, Nutritional Therapies and Reiki she understands and is focussed on treating the whole person on a physical, mental/emotional and spiritual level.

Denis Welby– Shiatsu Massage & Yoga Teacher

Shiatsu is a form of massage based on Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM ) utilizing the meridian energetic system of the Body similar to the Nadi energy system of Indian Yogic philosophy. Manipulation is applied to both the whole meridian, as well as specific energetic junctions throughout the body known as Tsubo vital energetic points, akin to the marma points of the Indian system of points.

The massage is conducted fully clothed with loose clothing either track suit pants and t-shirt on a Japanese futon on the floor. Specific movements of pressure are applied across the body with a leaning penetration of either palms, thumbs, elbow and knees to aid in the location and manipulation of meridian and tsubo to aid in the removing of stagnant or blocked Qi/Ki.

As well as his ongoing studies in Shiatsu, Denis has an Advanced Diploma in Yoga Teaching, has completed studies in Ayurveda and Adult Education. He is a member of the Shiatsu Therapy Association of Australia.

Consulting Times:
Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
For an appointment or questions call 0439 350 035 or ring Sunnybrook on (03) 9578 6400

Tameka Buckley– Mind-Body Therapist & Yoga Teacher

Tameka is a qualified Mind-Body Therapist and Holistic Counsellor.  Passionate about helping people to live their best life these consultations aim to empower the individual to heal themselves.  Using Flower Essences and relaxation exercises, alongside counselling and lifestyle advice, consultations are helpful in addressing a myriad of issues including: self esteem, anxiety and depression, panic attacks, stress, relationships, lack of direction, sleeplessness, addiction...

An internationally qualified Yoga Teacher, Tameka is constantly amazed by Yoga's ability to short circuit negative mental and emotional patterns both in her students and in herself. Her classes place an emphasis on mental and emotional transformation through cultivating health, fitness, flexibility and strength in the body while benefitting all systems of the body, including the digestive, nervous, endocrine, integumentary, cardiac and musculoskeletal, and allowing the space for practitioners to reflect on their internal world. They are appropriate for people of all physical capacities and experience- the true gift of Yoga is that it can be made relevent for everyone.

She teaches Yoga in studio and gym environments and is available for private classes.