About Barbara
I'm co hosting an all inclusive 4 day yoga retreat 05-08 November 2023
A woman seeking inner wisdom using The Work of Byron Katie
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Reconnecting with 'The Work' of Byron Katie during one of Melbourne's many lockdowns has given me a tool to question my stressful thoughts and reconnect with joy.
Doing this work has given me the courage to close my home based massage business, convert my Getz to a mini minivan and take all my skills on the road. If you'd like me to support you to do The Work, or learn more about The Work, I offer Deep dive one on one sessions and a short course called 'Intro to One Belief at a Time'. click the button for more info |
The massage & Bowen therapist
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I am a fully qualified Remedial Massage Therapist specialising in Bowen Therapy.
I am committed to helping you improve your health, whether in response to an injury, ongoing pain or a search for greater wellness. I create space that is warm and welcoming for people of all body shapes and sizes. My goal is to support you to move comfortably and enjoy the body you are in TODAY! |
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Our bodies are designed for moving.
Moving can be fun. Activity and exercise can be something we choose. Life can be joyful. My hands on skills can help you move towards freedom from pain. You can help yourself between appointments with self care exercises. CLICK HERE for step by step directions to learn my FAVOURITE super simple quick and effective exercise! |
My Education & Qualifications
Diploma Remedial Massage (2013 and 2016 upgrade)
Southern School of Natural Therapies (SSNT) in Fitzroy VIC
Although I have been practising as a massage therapist for more than 12 years, I enjoyed bringing my formal qualifications up to meet industry standards.
Certificate IV Training and Assessment (2008 and 2011 and 2015 and 2020 upgrade)
Northern Melbourne Institute of Tafe (NMIT) in Preston VIC
This qualification allows me to teach massage - which I've done regularly at many leading schools in Melbourne including Melbourne Polytechnic (formerly NMIT) , MTI (Max Therapy Institute) and SSNT (Southern School of Natural Therapies)
Graduate Diploma in Education - Science and Health (2007)
University of Melbourne
This qualification allowed me to teach high school, a career path I started to venture down when I was uncertain if staying within the massage/Bowen industry could sustain me (I lasted 18 months before realising my purpose is to serve adults as an educator and therapist)
Practitioners Certificate of Massage Therapies (2000)
Malvern School of Massage & Kinesiology (renamed Copeland College)
Practitioners Certificate of Bowen Therapy (2000)
ISBT (International School of Bowen Therapy)
BSc. Human Movement (1992)
Simon Fraser University (SFU) in British Columbia, Canada
Between 1988-1992 I studied at SFU in Canada majoring in Kinesiology (Human Movement), giving me a solid background in nutrition, biomechanics, ergonomics, anatomy and physiology.
In 1999, while I studying at the Malvern School of Massage & Kinesiology I became aware of the Australian modality called Bowen Therapy. I had the privilege of training directly with Lisa Black and Col Murray, the founding directors of ISBT.
After completing both qualifications in 2000, I started my clinical practice.
Southern School of Natural Therapies (SSNT) in Fitzroy VIC
Although I have been practising as a massage therapist for more than 12 years, I enjoyed bringing my formal qualifications up to meet industry standards.
Certificate IV Training and Assessment (2008 and 2011 and 2015 and 2020 upgrade)
Northern Melbourne Institute of Tafe (NMIT) in Preston VIC
This qualification allows me to teach massage - which I've done regularly at many leading schools in Melbourne including Melbourne Polytechnic (formerly NMIT) , MTI (Max Therapy Institute) and SSNT (Southern School of Natural Therapies)
Graduate Diploma in Education - Science and Health (2007)
University of Melbourne
This qualification allowed me to teach high school, a career path I started to venture down when I was uncertain if staying within the massage/Bowen industry could sustain me (I lasted 18 months before realising my purpose is to serve adults as an educator and therapist)
Practitioners Certificate of Massage Therapies (2000)
Malvern School of Massage & Kinesiology (renamed Copeland College)
Practitioners Certificate of Bowen Therapy (2000)
ISBT (International School of Bowen Therapy)
BSc. Human Movement (1992)
Simon Fraser University (SFU) in British Columbia, Canada
Between 1988-1992 I studied at SFU in Canada majoring in Kinesiology (Human Movement), giving me a solid background in nutrition, biomechanics, ergonomics, anatomy and physiology.
In 1999, while I studying at the Malvern School of Massage & Kinesiology I became aware of the Australian modality called Bowen Therapy. I had the privilege of training directly with Lisa Black and Col Murray, the founding directors of ISBT.
After completing both qualifications in 2000, I started my clinical practice.
Barbara Demonstrates A Relaxation Massage
Professional Associations
Massage and Myotherapy Australia (formerly AAMT ) 2001, 2014 - current
I'm proud to have served for 3 years as a Regional Ambassador for Massage and Myotherapy Australia - organising monthly meeting for my fellow therapists in the Northern Burbs of Melbourne - to keep us feeling connected, supported and always learning new skills.
BTFA (Bowen Therapy Federation of Australia) 2003 - 2021
This organisation, and myself are committed to increasing professionalism and high standards of professional practice among its members through formal studies and continuing professional education requirements.
Due to continuing advocacy by the BTFA and Massage and Myotherapy Australia, I am able to offer health fund rebates for my services
I'm proud to have served for 3 years as a Regional Ambassador for Massage and Myotherapy Australia - organising monthly meeting for my fellow therapists in the Northern Burbs of Melbourne - to keep us feeling connected, supported and always learning new skills.
BTFA (Bowen Therapy Federation of Australia) 2003 - 2021
This organisation, and myself are committed to increasing professionalism and high standards of professional practice among its members through formal studies and continuing professional education requirements.
Due to continuing advocacy by the BTFA and Massage and Myotherapy Australia, I am able to offer health fund rebates for my services
My Passions
