Qualifications:

RMIT Bachelor of Applied Science
Masters of Osteopathy.
AHPRA registered.

Pronouns: she/her/they/them

Ishtar began as a massage therapist 30 years ago and has consciously dedicated her life to understanding the languages and textures of the body ever since.
Studied and practised many health/healing modalities, as well as many movement practises; martial arts, dance, somatic training and adventure sports: (rock climbing, white water kayaking and cycle touring etc), as well as transpersonal counselling and meditation.
Before becoming an Osteopath 13 years ago Ishtar instructed Qi gong and meditation classes, rock climbing and white water rafting and ran regular dance sessions.

Now, while bringing pain relief, Ishtar will kindly teach you about the nature of your pain, your anatomy and how to work with your body for long term well-being. She uses a wide range of structural (ie massage and manipulation) and functional (ie cranial and ligamentous) techniques to treat the various injuries and illnesses she sees in practice, as well as integrating exercise rehabilitation, somatic movement practises and lifestyle awareness.

Ishtar personally benefits from and is professionally guided by

the Osteopathic Principles:

• The body is a unit - mind, body and nature

• The body is capable of self-regulation, self healing and health maintenance.

• Structure and function are reciprocally interrelated

Outside of clinic Ishtar loves to meditate, dance, cycle, garden, hike and float in the ocean.

Qualifications:

VU Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy)
Masters of Health Science (Osteopathy)
AHPRA registered.

Pronouns: she/her/they/them

As an osteopath, Emily is passionate about working holistically and collaboratively with her clients. She uses a broad range of osteopathic approaches including hands-on techniques, information sharing and rehabilitation to promote their health goals. Through her treatments, Emily aims to support the self-healing and self-regulating capabilities of the human body to promote ease and function. 

Outside of osteopathy, Emily has worked physically for many years, teaching social circus to diverse groups. She loves supporting people to explore and extend their physical capabilities in an environment of safety and respect. 

With personal experience of managing injuries and chronic pain, Emily understands the wide-reaching impacts these can have on an individual’s life.

Emily has previous qualifications in gender studies and community development, as well as experience as a telephone support worker and team leader at WIRE (women’s information referral exchange). Empowerment and self-determination are important principles to her, which she aims to incorporate into her osteopathic approach. Emily is also dedicated to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for members of the LGBTQIA+ community.