Our Practitioners -
Rosa Ghidella
Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Remedial & Hannya Acupressure Massage
Jo Morgan
Herbalist
Brendan Meek
Acupuncture, Naturopathic & Chinese Medicine
Stuart Ainis
Sports, Remedial & Hannya Acupressure Massage
Kevin Labiche
Remedial & Sports Massage
Rebecca McAloon
Remedial and Shiatsu Massage Therapy
Sage Repeti
Hannya Massage
Giorgio Repeti
Acupuncturist & Chinese herbalist
Qualifications: Diploma in Aromatherapy; Diploma Remedial Massage; Diploma Hannya Acupressure Massage and Certificate IV Reflexology; . Bachelor in Social Work (BSW) & Masters in Management (MMgt).
Rosa specializes in stress management, relaxation and women’s health issues including pregnancy massage.
Rosa is also a public speaker and conducts stress management, health and well-being workshops to individuals and the corporate sector.
Rosa has also been the NSW Coordinator for the International Federation of Aromatherapists (IFA) since 2002.
Jo Morgan is a qualified herbalist. Herbalists, like naturopaths, provide individual and holistic treatments. Herbal medicine is well suited to treating people with chronic illnesses, ‘sub-clinical’ conditions, stress and other lifestyle issues as well as enhancing innate vitality in order to prevent ill health.
Jo is aware how highly people value their health and she is committed to supporting people in optimising their health and vitality by providing them with reliable remedies, respect and care. Jo will only use the very best quality herbal medicines and supplements and is committed to providing the paramount level of care to all patients.
Jo draws on the rich history of herbal medicine as well as current medical research. She is committed to keeping up to date with the latest developments in herbal and nutritional medicines and regularly attends industry seminars. Jo is currently undertaking professional training in Natural Fertility Management from Francesca Naish, one of Australia’s pre-eminent naturopaths. This training will further Jo’s knowledge in providing reproductive health care including the areas of contraception, conception, preconception health care and pregnancy.
Jo has worked in the natural therapies industry for over three years as an accountant for a naturopathic fertility clinic. She has gained invaluable experience during this time and has developed relationships with a network of highly respected and successful naturopaths whose vast knowledge and experience she can draw on.
Jo is a compassionate herbalist eager to make a difference to her patients, she is available for consultations on Thursdays, please contact the clinic to arrange an appointment.
Qualifications: Bachelor of Health Science Traditional Chinese Medicine (UTS), Dip. in Traditional Chinese Massage (CCHC). Acupuncturist & Chinese, Medicine Herbalist
Brendan has practiced acupuncture in Taiwan at the prestigious China Medical College completing a clinical internship. He has also practiced acupuncture in South Korea at various private clinics.
Furthermore, Brendan was a technical support adviser for Sun Ten, International pharmaceutical Grade Chinese Herbal Medicine company from 2000-2002.
Brendan has worked in clinics based in Sydney City and has helped to establish a clinic on the Sunshine Coast, QLD.
Qualifications: Diploma in Advanced Hannya Massage, Diploma in Remedial
Massage
Stuart is a highly qualified Remedial & Therapeutic Massage Therapist and Personal Trainer. Stuart’s therapy reduces the chronic effects of injuries and stress through enabling patients to rediscover their vitality. If you have any aches and pains, see Stuart!
Stuart is also a fully qualified Swimming Instructor.
Qualifications: Diploma in Remedial Massage & Certificate in Remedial Therapies.
Kevin has an ability to understand & listen to clients, on a level that is sympathetic & empathetic & to educate individuals on their body, mind & soul, as all three go hand in hand with one another.
Shiatsu is an oriental massage technique which means to use “pressure with fingers”. In shiatsu, the fingers, thumbs, palms and elbows are used to apply pressure, which works on trigger points and meridians, to rebalance the body. Shiatsu stimulates energy to flow through the body which creates a sense of well being. Rebecca incorporates shiatsu and remedial massage techniques into her therapy as she finds that it effectively and efficiently targets problem areas.
Rebecca is very passionate about massage for a number of reasons as not only has she met many fascinating people along the way, but it has also brought a sense of purpose and fulfillment to her life as she is able to connect with people on an emotional level. Rebecca is also interested in meditation classes and she has a creative flair for interior decorating.
Sage is a practitioner of Hannya massage and has been practicing for many years. She first practiced in this clinic when it opened in 2000 and is currently studying a Bachelor of Applied Science (Traditional Chines medicine).
Hannya (meaning 'wisdom') massage is a combination of Advanced Chinese acupressure massage and the Western medicine's knowledge of the human body. Hannya is 'Neuro holistic', working on both the nervous system and the important acupuncture points to help the body regenerate itself. Patients have reported relief from aches and pains and even from other more serious symptoms.
Giorgio Repeti is a fully licensed advanced acupuncturist & Chinese herbalist. He earned a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the University of Western Sydney, Australia, and completed a clinical internship at the TCM hospital in Nanjing, China. He completed a seven-year traditional apprenticeship with grandmaster Dr. W.G. Wan in Asian medicine and philosophy.
Giorgio has established Natural health centers in Sydney, Australia, and was the original founder of the Haberfield Naturopathic Centre. He is Vice-President of Hannya Medical College of Naturopathic and Chinese medicine. Giorgio has been practicing acupuncture, Asian bodywork therapy and herbal medicine for over ten years, and specializes in the 3E Shang Yi method. Giorgio currently teaches Hannya (specialist) massage therapy and 3E Shang Yi acupuncture, in which he has achieved the title of (Shifu) Master .
Giorgio also worked at Roy Thorne Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation centre in Moree, NSW for a period of two and half years. He was one of the few acupuncturists sponsored by government to work in a Public health facility and achieved remarkable results with his therapy.
Giorgio is currently establishing a new acupuncture centre in Manhattan, New York and regularly travels between Sydney, Queensland, New York and Los Angeles practicing his acupuncture therapy.
He continues to be closely affiliated with the Haberfield Naturopathic Centre and is available for consultations several times during the year.
Our practitioners are members of the following Professional associations: