Our Therapists

Canberra

Peter Dent

Remedial Massage Therapist

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Angus Collins

Remedial Massage Therapist

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David O'Brien

Remedial Massage Therapist

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Carolyn Frith

Remedial Massage Therapist

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Sydney

Nada Malesevic

Remedial Massage Therapist

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Belinda Helps

Remedial Massage Therapist

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Aya Itakura

Remedial Massage Therapist

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Peter Dent

Remedial Massage Therapist
B.App.Sci (Hum Bio /Sp.Med.), Dip. (Remedial Massage), Cert IV (Massage)

Qualifications

Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Biology - University of Canberra (Major: Sports Medicine)
Certificate IV in Massage - Canberra Institute of Technology
Diploma of Remedial Massage - Nature Care College (Sydney)
Advanced Musculoskeletal Training (Myofascial Dry Needling) - Musmed (Dr Paul Conneely)
Myofascial Dry Needling for Trigger Points (9 days/50 hours) - Canberra Institute of Technology
Electro Therapies (TENS, NMES, MDN Stim) Cert - ACE (Advanced Clinic Education)

Experience

Remedial Massage Therapist @ Assuage Massage
Remedial Massage Therapist @ Get Active Physiotherapy
The Australian Institute of Sport (work experience)
The Royal Military College Physio Department - Duntroon (work experience)

Clinical Interests

The relationship between the Scalene muscles, neck mobility and the upper ribs
The relationship between Quadratus Lumborum, Psoas, Piriformis and the Lumbar/Sacral pain and dysfunction
The effect of chronic pain on mood, through endocrine system changes.
The effects of systemic inflammation of pain and dysfunction
The causes of systemic inflation, including diet and gut health
The role of the genetic pre-setting of Amygdala and individual pain sensitivity

Gets Best Results Treating

Rye neck/Torticollis
Runners knee/Patella Femoral pain
Stress amplified disorders
Motivated sports enthusiast (cyclists, runners, rugby players, body builders),
Pregnancy and post-partum.

Likes Using

Trigger point therapy
Myofascial release
Myofascial Dry Needling
Gentle Electro Stim

Personal Interests

My amazing wife and two crazy boys (always number one)
Food and wine
European cars
The humble coffee bean
Sustainability, Renewability, Permaculture

Quotes

“One of the more common complaints I hear about remedial massage therapists is that

they are too eager to release everything in one treatment. This often leads to significant tissue trauma and pain. This pain often leads to a protective retightening of the muscle… and the original issue is worse than it was to begin with”

“Anything attained easily is esteemed lightly”

“Pain is the world’s greatest motivator… It’s amazing how often people slip back into bad habits and stop doing what helped alleviate the issue when the pain has abated”

Angus Collins

Remedial Massage Therapist

Dip. (Remedial Massage)

Qualifications

Diploma Remedial Massage – CIT
Myofasical Dry Needling

Experience

Remedial Massage Therapist @ Assuage Massage
Remedial Massage Therapist @ Clinic 88
Sport Massage:
- Canberra Raiders,
- NBA/COE academy,
- WBBL,
- NSW Cricket
- WA Cricket

Clinic Interests

Postural issues related to desk work; such as chronic neck/shoulder tension/pain, jaw tension, headache and migraine.
Hip and pelvic stability
Peak sporting performance facilitation
Neural/nerve pain

Personal Interests

AFL
Snowboarding
Travelling
Camping

Quote

“I’ve always had a strong passion in mind and body relationship and how that can affect our healing process as well as pushing the boundaries of our physical output.”

“Since I began my career, I have developed a particular interest in the nervous system. Exploring its effect on various conditions and understanding how mood and mental state can affect musculoskeletal composition are a couple examples.

I have previously competed at state level in AFL, baseball and soccer.”

“I have found that I am at my happiest when my body is allowing me to push toward and past my physical and mental goals and I have personally found massage and manual therapy to be an excellent tool to facilitate this.”

“During a session you will be given a comprehensive postural analysis to determine the direction of the treatment and create a plan that is specific to your condition and goals.”

David O'Brien

Remedial Massage Therapist

Dip. (Remedial Massage)

Qualifications

Diploma Remedial Massage – CIT
Cupping for Myofascial/superficial nerve release.

Experience

ACT Brumbies rugby
Melbourne rebels rugby
NSW W/cricket team
Wallaroos Australian W/rugby team

Clinic Interests

Low back pain
Postural correction related to long periods of sitting/desk work
Pelvis/Hip/Lumbar spine stability.
Movement patterns and mechanics.

Personal Interests

Soccer
Boxing
Mindfulness
Reading

Quote

“My passion is educating the people I treat to try and keep them out of the treatment room as much as possible. An understanding of why we are in pain, or missing optimal lifts and performance goes a long way. I aspire to inform people to the extent that they can help themselves outside of the treatment room, and come to see us for maintenance and corrections they aren't capable of doing alone. Education is key!”

Carolyn Frith

Remedial Massage Therapist
BCA (Dance), Dip. (Remedial Massage)

Qualifications

Bachelor of Creative Arts- Wesley Institute (Sydney) (Major: Dance Choreography)
Diploma of Remedial Massage- Australasian College of Natural Therapies (Sydney)
Pregnancy Massage Training- Nature Care College (Sydney)

Experience

Remedial Massage Therapist:

Assuage Massage
Baby & Bump Massage / Massage for Health
Sanctuary Sanitarium- Health & Wellbeing Village
Gladesville Wholistic Health Care
Active Back Care

Allied Health Assistant:

Inner West Chiropractic
Guildford Physiotherapy
Dean Ellis Physiotherapy

Clinical Interests

Back/neck and shoulder issues
Injury management
Pregnancy massage
Lymphatic drainage
Sports massage

Gets Best Results Treating

Back/neck and shoulder pain/tension
Tension headaches
Hip and leg issues
Stress relief

Likes Using

Myofascial release
Trigger point therapy
Sports Massage techniques

Personal Interests

Spending time with family and friends
Dancing
Music

Nada Malesevic

Remedial Massage Therapist

B.PE, Dip. (Remedial Massage), Cert IV (Massage)

Qualifications

Diploma Remedial Massage – NSW School of Massage
Certificate IV Massage – NSW School of Massage
Certificate IV in Fitness – ACS&F
Certificate III in Fitness – ACS&F
Bachelor of Physical Education – University of Novi Sad Serbia
Pediatric Nurse, College of Medicine – University of Novi Sad Serbia

Experience

Remedial Massage Therapist @ Get Active Physiotherapy
Massage Therapist @ Nature’s Energy Day Spa, Balmain
Gym Instructor
Childcare industry for 6 years

Clinic Interests

Knee and hip pain
Shoulder injuries
Neck pain and tension headaches (TMJ dysfunction)
Post injury treatment
Muscular discomfort associated with poor posture and muscle imbalances

Gets Best Results Treating

Shoulder and neck tension and pain
Lower back and hip problems
Athletes
Elderly people

Likes using

Myofascial Dry Needling
Trigger Point Therapy
Active Release Technique

Personal Interests

Outdoor activities such as walking
Yoga
Watching the tennis
Going to the gym

Quote

“If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it. If you don’t ask, the answer is always no. If you don’t step forward, you’re always in the same place.”

Belinda Helps

Remedial Massage Therapist

Dip. (Remedial Massage), Cert IV (Massage)

Qualifications

Diploma Remedial Massage – Nature Care College
Certificate IV, Massage – Nature Care College

Swedish, Pregnancy Massage, Reflexology 1, Sports Massage

Experience

Remedial Massage Therapist @ Get Active Physiotherapy
Remedial Massage Therapist @ Natural Therapies Clinic, Woollahra and Annandale
Corporate Massage @ Sporting events

Clinic Interests

Massage during Pregnancy
The benefits of massage to manage stressed individuals needing emotional support.
People who suffer with depression
Spinal, neck and shoulder issues
including head aches and migraines
Athletes: From walkers and weekend warriors to serious athletes and everything in between

Gets Best Results Treating

Neck and shoulder pain
Stress relief
Tension headaches

Personal Interests

Rock climbing
Bushwalking
Helping others
Nutrition

Quote

“I am NOT a subscriber to the “No pain no gain” motto
People have vastly different pain tolerance. I adjust the pressure to cater to every individual according to what they can tolerate. Remedial massage often focuses on releasing the deep tissue and therefore can be painful. This can still be a relaxing experience. Too much pain can prevent muscles from relaxing which is counterproductive.”

“I am fascinated by the human body and eager to learn more about the way it works, the way we can work with it to heal pain and injuries naturally and how I can continue to help the clients I meet. I would love to see more people live in harmony with how the body works and to have drug-free pain relief where possible.”

Aya Itakura

Remedial Massage Therapist

Dip. (Remedial Massage), Cert IV (Massage)

Qualifications

Diploma Remedial Massage – NSW School of Massage
Certificate IV, Massage – NSW School of Massage
E-RYT500

Experience

Remedial Massage Therapist @ Get Active Physiotherapy
Remedial Massage Therapist @ Endota Spa
Teaching yoga 15 years
Gym instructor 4 years

Clinic Interests

Chronic pain/injury rehabilitation
Injury prevention
Relaxation and mood enhancement
Muscular discomfort associated with poor posture and muscle imbalances
Office workers
Pregnant women and new mums

Gets Best Results Treating

Neck and shoulder pain
Headache
Jaw clenching
Stress relief

Likes using

A whole body postural and movement analysis
Deep yet calm release
Personalised self-care exercise prescription

Personal Interests

Reformer Pilates
Bushwalking
Great dining experience

Quote

“Supporting you to be the best you can be.

I believe in whole body movement/postural connectivity.

I treat the root causes of your pain/imbalance.”