About us

Krista Macklin — Naturopath & Medical Herbalist

Krista has over 10 years experience in complementary medicine and is passionate about fertility, reproductive health, women’s health and hormonal conditions.

After qualifying as a Naturopath, Krista worked for the Richmond Foundation supporting people recovering from Mental illnesses through diet and nutritional recommendations.

Through this experience Krista learnt the value of nutrition on mood, lifestyle and behaviour. Krista recently completed her Masters in Herbal Medicine with Sydney University and is continuing her studies in Reproductive Science and Genetics.

Qualifications

• Masters in Herbal Medicine/Pharmacy (USYD)

• Bachelor of Health Science
  (Complementary Medicine)

• Naturopathic Diploma

• Diploma of Complementary Medicine & Functional Nutrition

• Diploma of Herbal Medicine

• Cert IV Training & Workplace Assessment

Deborah Gibson — Naturopath

Deborah qualified as a Naturopathic Doctor in Canada and brings a wealth of knowledge from her experience as a Naturopath in both Canadian and Australian clinics. Restoring health through herbal medicine, acupuncture, proper nutrition and homeopathics, is Deborah’s passion. Deborah is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their health goals and reach their optimal level of wellness. Deborah’s clinical focus is women’s health, hormonal imbalance and fertility. She has successfully treated health issues ranging from PCOS, endometriosis, reproductive health, infertility, menopause and weight loss. Deborah is committed to keeping up to date with the latest research and uses a range of pathology tests to help identify and eliminate underlying obstacles to health.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
  (Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine)
• Bachelor of Science (McMaster University – Canada)
• Diploma of Remedial Massage (ACNT)
• Member of ATMS
  (Australian Traditional Medicine Society)

Leah Bonsall – Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Leah Bonsall is an Acupuncturist, Chinese Medicine Herbalist and Massage Therapist. Leah completed a Bachelor’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at UWS and SITCM and trained in Jiangsu Provincial Hospital in Nanjing, China. Through her training she was fortunate enough to work in a well esteemed practice in Sydney, with a highly skilled and popular acupuncturist.

Leah has been passionate about TCM for over 10 years and has a successful practice on the south coast. Leah also works at the acupuncture IVF Support Clinic. She has a deep interest in women’s health and in particular infertility. Leah’s interest in women’s health began when she trained in the gynecology department in Nanjing, China.

Leah also treats other health concerns such as insomnia, depression, fatigue, musculoskeletal disorders, anxiety disorders, sinusitis, headaches, arthritis and sports injuries.

Leah believes that living a life in balance is essential to health. She believes that TCM assists a person to create this balance to bring about harmony to mind, body and spirit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Applied Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine
• Clinical training in Jiangsu Provincial Hospital in Nanjing
• Member of AACMA (Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association).

Cathy Morris — Remedial Massage Therapist, Aromatherapist

Cathy is a fully qualified remedial massage therapist and aromatherapist who applies a variety of techniques to assist with muscular aches and pains, sports injuries and emotional stress. She is trained in aromatherapy massage, pregnancy massage, lymphatic drainage, trigger point therapy and myofascial release.

This year Cathy is continuing her studies into aromatherapy and soft tissue treatments. Cathy is available Mondays to Thursday and Saturdays for appointments.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Integrated Body Therapies

• Diploma of Remedial Massage

• Certificate IV in Aromatherapy

• Advanced Certificate of Nutritional Sciences

Cathy is available for appointments Monday and Wednesday to Saturday.

Nina Taumberger — Student Naturopath

Nina is currently in her second year of studying for a Diploma of Naturopathy at the Australasian College of Natural Medicine.

Nina assists with VLA assessments and works on reception
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

   Rhiannon Davies — Receptionist

   Rhiannon helps out on reception Wednesdays and Saturdays and is
   studying PE Teaching at Wollongong University.