Osteopath

(Currently on Maternity Leave)

Stefanie brings her bubbly, warm and empathetic personality to The Osteopaths of Collingwood Team. Stefanie endeavours to understand and assist everyone to achieve their optimal health goals.

Stefanie understands that everyone is different and that a holistic along with a patient centered approach to the body, are key determinants that allows for you as an individual to take control in your management, by addressing your needs through tailored treatments. She uses an array of hands on manual therapies, exercises and education, along with self management tools to enable you to achieve your goals.

Some of Stefanie’s interest are women's health and sports injury prevention

Stefanie graduated from RMIT University with a Bachelor of Health Science/ Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy), additionally completed a Sports Academy Sports medicine Internship and is a full member of Osteopathy Australia.

Away from the clinic you will find Stefanie running her dog Bella, playing soccer and/or

watching it. She also enjoys going out to cafes and enjoying a cup of coffee or trying new restaurants and cuisines.

Osteopath

(Available Monday-Thursday)

Mia believes that Osteopathy takes a holistic approach to healthcare, which allows her to gain a deeper understanding of your individual needs, thus empowering patients to manage their injuries and take an active part in their own treatment. Mia truly believes that a patient’s understanding is one of the biggest factors to their management and rehabilitation. That is why she always makes sure that patients understand the ‘what’, ‘how’ and ‘why’ of their complaints.

Although she has a strong background in all things sports, she loves to treat people of all walks of life. Whether it’s an acute injury, chronic condition, or the cheeky flare up from doing something you knew you shouldn’t have done, she’ll help you understand and manage your condition.

Mia has been lucky in her career to do a bit of travelling whilst working as an Osteopath, in rural Australia and overseas. These experiences have exposed her to a large range of conditions, some that are not common in major cities. Mia’s overseas experience includes travelling to New Zealand with a rowing squad, and working in an Orthopaedic Hospital in India, alongside some incredibly talented Orthopaedic Surgeons. Whilst living in Queensland, Mia frequently visited Roma where she would travel to treat the local rural farming community.

With over ten years experience, Mia uses a range of different techniques, including dry needling, cupping, myofascial release and sports rehabilitation.

When she’s not in the clinic, you can find Mia searching for new local coffee spots, training in the gym at BFT, bench warming for her local footy club, or planning her next overseas travels.

Osteopath

(Available Monday-Wednesday, Friday & Saturday)

Julian has a passion for helping people lead healthier lives, with a focus on providing individualized care to ensure every patient’s unique needs are met. He believes in a holistic approach to treatment, which involves understanding not only the physical aspects of health but also the emotional and mental factors that contribute to overall well-being.

In his work as an osteopath, Julian believes in a tailored, hands-on approach to healing, combining manual therapy with functional rehabilitation and education. Julian is particularly passionate about treating those pesky sporting injuries and helping people with their daily aches and pains, with the goal to empower you with the knowledge and tools to take control of your own health and recovery journey.

Julian graduated from RMIT University with a Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy), is a full member of Osteopathy Australia and AHPRA registered. He also has experience as a sports trainer and has completed further study in chronic pain science.

Outside of the clinic, Julian is a huge sports enthusiast, despite being a tragic North Melbourne supporter! Whether it’s watching, talking all playing he loves all different types of sports! With previous experience in hospitality, he also enjoys talking about your favourite bars, wines and restaurants.

Osteopath

(Back in May)

James is a passionate Osteopath that brings with him a genuine warmth and love of helping people from all walks of life in their journey towards better health.

James believes there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to treating the human body. Instead, the best results come from working with and understanding you as an individual, with treatments tailored to address your needs. He uses a variety of hands-on techniques, exercise rehabilitation, and education to ensure you have the confidence and know-how to manage your complaint.

James has a particular passion for rock-climbing injury prevention and management, having been a sport climber and boulderer for many years.

James graduated from Victoria University with a Masters in Health Science (Osteopathy), and is a full member of Osteopathy Australia.

Away from the clinic you’ll find him at a local climbing gym or somewhere in the Grampians falling off his current climbing project. He also tries to play music occasionally, and often heads to local gigs with friends

Osteopath & Director

(Available Monday, Wednesday & Saturday)

Lachlan is passionate about creating genuine connections with the people he works with. He believes this is done by understanding you as a person along with what drives you and by providing the highest possible quality professional service.

Lachlan enjoys treating people of all ages and helping them understand why they developed their complaint. This is done by discovering and addressing the cause of the complaint whilst also dealing with the situation at hand. He sees the role of the Osteopath to provide you with the tools and knowledge to be able to manage your complaint.

Lachlan was the recipient of the New Colombo Plan Scholarship which allowed him to undertake a placement in an Orthopaedic Hospital in Mumbai where he had the opportunity to work in collaboration with Orthopaedic surgeons.

Away from the clinic you’ll see him walking the local streets with his beloved whippet Jethro, supporting the mighty Western Bulldogs (long live 2016) and trying to hit a pesky white ball around the golf course.

Osteopath & Director

(Available Thursday mornings)

Natalie believes that to truly treat the human body you need to take a holistic approach by bringing it back to the basics. This is done by looking at the anatomy, listening to the individual's concerns and then working as a team to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Natalie has a strong patient centric approach, encouraging her patients to play an active role in their healing process. She uses a range of hands on manual therapy, functional exercise & education to give her patients the tools to get the best possible results.         

Natalie enjoys treating a variety of patients with a key interest in women’s health, paediatrics & temporomandibular joint pain (TMD). 

Natalie is also trained in Pelvic Health Osteopathy using a range of external & internal techniques. Treating a range of pelvic issues from incontience, post

partum checks, endometriosis compensations & pelvic pain disorders.

Natalie graduated from Victoria University with a Masters in Health Science (Osteopathy). She was awarded the 'Osteopathic Student of the Year' award for her academic achievements and contribution to the course.

Away from the clinic, you’ll find Natalie searching the local area for her favourite cafes and restaurants or trying to find her Zen with yoga.