196 Flinders Street,
Melbourne VIC 3000
The Practice Wellbeing Centre
At our student-led clinic, we aim to make holistic health and wellbeing services accessible to all. We are located in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane and open Monday – Saturday.
About us
Under the supervision of expert practitioners, our students offer beauty therapy, naturopathy, Western herbal medicine, Chinese medicine, counselling and nutrition services at affordable prices. Our philosophy combines evidence-based health sciences and the most up-to-date techniques with compassionate treatment to help you achieve and maintain optimal wellbeing. Take charge of your health and treat your whole self to a range of health and wellbeing services at the Practice Wellbeing Centre.
Services available
Naturopathy
Naturopathy is a system of healthcare based on traditional philosophies and principles. Student practitioners are highly trained over 4 years to take a holistic and individualised approach to healthcare. Your practitioner will take detailed notes about your health problem and lifestyle to assess your physical and mental health. Treatments are tailored to your needs and may incorporate nutritional coaching, herbal medicine, supplementation, lifestyle and exercise advice.
Western Herbal Medicine
Western Herbal Medicine practitioners take a holistic approach to health with treatments based on the use of plants as medicine. Our student practitioners blend traditional and health science knowledge to individualise your herbal prescription that may be dispensed as liquid, tablet, capsule, tea or food as medicine. Practitioners provide basic diet and lifestyle advice to optimise health outcomes. Herbal medicines are used to treat a variety of complaints ranging across digestive, skin, stress, sleep, reproductive, musculoskeletal and immune conditions to name a few.
Chinese Medicine
Chinese medicine connects mind, body and spirit to improve long-term health. With techniques and remedies including herbal medicine, acupuncture, moxibustion and cupping, we can treat issues with digestion, stress, fatigue, fertility, allergies and more.
Clinical Nutrition
Clinical nutrition focuses on the relationship between food, health and disease, using evidence-based strategies to support wellbeing. Our student-led clinic provides personalised nutrition support under the supervision of experienced professionals. Your assessment may include an analysis of your unique body composition and current diet using state-of-the-art technology. Appointments are thorough and collaborative, giving you personal, research-informed guidance. Whether you're looking to improve your diet or manage a specific health concern, our clinic will help you explore dietary solutions, targeted nutritional supplementation and lifestyle advice.
Counselling (Sydney only)
Supervised by a qualified practitioner, a Master of Counselling student will help you improve your mental wellbeing through various clinical therapeutic modalities. You will be paired with the counselling student that can best support your individual needs.
Due to the academic calendar, clinic counselling sessions are not available at all times. Please contact the Practice for availability.
Dermal Therapies (Brisbane only)
Skilled and experienced students offer a range of treatments including facials, massage, waxing, make-up, manicure and pedicure under the supervision of industry-practicing experts. Treat yourself and leave feeling happy, relaxed and beautiful.
Myotherapy (Melbourne only)
Clinical myotherapy is the evidence-based assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal pain. Our student myotherapists use education, massage, lifestyle modification and exercise interventions to manage your pain and rehabilitate injuries.
Our clinics
Discover our range of services across our three clinics, click below to view your preferred clinic and make a booking.
Brisbane Clinic
A hands-on learning hub, our Fortitude Valley campus provides affordable complementary health care services to the general public.
90 Bowen Terrace
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Sydney Clinic
The Surry Hills campus combines state-of-the-art equipment and collaborative learning spaces to offer an immersive experience in the city’s creative and cultural hub.1- 37 Foveaux Street
Surry Hills NSW 2010
(Entrance to Campus is via 17 Foveaux Street Surry Hills)
Surry Hills NSW 2010
(Entrance to Campus is via 17 Foveaux Street Surry Hills)
Melbourne Clinic
Nestled in Melbourne’s CBD, our Flinders St clinic offers unique learning environments and practical experiences.
03 9415 3327
Practice the art of wellbeing
Our philosophy combines health sciences with best practice established over time. We focus on preventative health to help you achieve and maintain optimal wellbeing. If you have a complex health condition, we communicate with your usual health practitioner to ensure your best care.
Meet our clinical supervisors
We believe in the power of quality holistic medicine and wellbeing support and want to make it accessible to everyone including children, teenagers and seniors. All consultations are supervised by qualified and experienced practitioners to ensure you receive the highest standard of care. Meet some of our specialist supervisors below.
Ananda Mahony
Learning Facilitator
A naturopath of 20 years, Ananda empowers patients to achieve lasting change.
Associate Professor
Caroline Cleary
Associate Dean School of Analytics and Business Information Systems
Caroline has extensive experience as a Clinical Myotherapy supervisor and lecturer.
Caroline Cleary
Caroline has extensive experience as a Clinical Myotherapy supervisor and lecturer.
Liza Oates
Liza has been practising as a naturopath and wellness consultant for more than 20 years and helps educate naturopathy, nutrition and medical students.
Tina Jenkins
Tina brings 30 years of experience to our clinic.
Ying Hua
Ying is a registered Chinese medicine practitioner with 40 years' experience.
Hannah Richmond
Hannah is a Naturopath and Nutritionist with nearly 3 decades of experience in the health and wellbeing industry.
Sally Mathrick
Sally is passionate about empowering people to make the right choices about their health, and the health of their environments.
Regina Lasaitis
Regina Lasaitis is a masters qualified Medical Herbalist and Naturopath with over 25 years' experience.
Maria Kalliris
Maria is accredited with the Australasian Natural Therapist Association (ANTA) 9517 to practice in Naturopathic, Nutritional and Western Herbal Medicine as well as Remedial Therapy & Homeopathy.
Sue Stevens
Learning facilitator & clinic supervisor Nutrition
My passion is working with people to rediscover and maintain health and well-being on many levels and educating the next generation of healthcare practitioners.
Louise Rubric
Learning facilitator & clinic supervisor Nutrition
Louise Rubic, an award-winning lecturer and Senior Learning Facilitator in the Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition) program at Torrens University Australia, brings over 25 years of nutrition expertise to the classroom.
Frequently asked questions
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Where are you located?We have clinics located in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
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How much do the services cost?
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Do you accept walk-ins?We may accept walk-ins depending on availability but recommend booking via phone or email to guarantee your appointment.
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What is naturopathy treatment good for?Naturopathy is particularly good at addressing digestive problems, respiratory problems, allergies, chronic fatigue, emotional problems, migraines, skin conditions, and menstrual and menopausal problems.
It is considered a holistic treatment that aims to educate the client to look after their own health and support the body’s ability to heal itself. -
What is the difference between a remedial massage and myotherapy?The main difference between remedial massage and myotherapy is that myotherapists use a broader range of techniques to identify the underlying cause of the injury, while remedial therapists only treat the presenting problem.
Myotherapists focus on trigger point therapy to treat existing discomfort and prevent further injury. This involves applying pressure to specific points of the body in order to reduce discomfort and tension. As well as massage, treatment may also draw on other techniques including cupping, muscle stretching and a range of rehabilitative exercises. -
What is Body Composition Analysis?Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) measures body composition based on the rate at which an electrical current travels through the body.
The Practice Wellbeing Centre has Therapeutic Goods Association-approved body composition analysis equipment. This easy-to-use equipment accurately measures body mass index, muscle mass, body fat, hydration levels and other important biomarkers. This testing is most commonly used for clients with a focus on weight loss or gain, obtaining peak physical performance, managing chronic disease risk and managing health proactively.
Body composition analysis takes just 15 minutes and is best used in conjunction with a full complementary medicine consultation where the practitioner can explain results and help you to achieve your health goals.
