Meet our team

Jessica Strachan (She/Her)

AHPRA registered Acupuncturist, Chinese Medicine Herbalist & Shiatsu Practitioner

Bachelor of Health Science & Bachelor of Applied Science (Chinese Medicine) (RMIT University)

Diploma of Shiatsu (Australian Shiatsu College Australia)

Medical lineage
Classical Chinese Herbal Medicine – Student of ICEAM as taught by Dr. Arnaud Versluys.

Master Tung Acupuncture – Trained by Dr. Michael Chung, student of Dr. Wei-Chieh Young.

Fertile Life Mastery – Trained with Kirsten Wolfe.

Jess is an experienced practitioner of Chinese Medicine who has been supporting the health of Melbourne’s Inner West for over 10 years.

As the founder of MACHI Health, she brings a grounded, compassionate approach to her work, combining acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and shiatsu bodywork to support and improve health outcomes for her local community.

Her clinical focus is in women’s health and gender diverse reproductive care, grounded in an awareness of how systemic stress, trauma, and structural inequality impact the body, health outcomes, and access to care.

She creates a space where people feel safe, supported, and gently reconnected to their bodies — through education, body literacy, and a softer way of relating to symptoms.

Recognising the impacts of modern day stress and the pervasive influence that it has on the whole body (such as gut health, skin, sleep, fertility and pain), she works closely with all patients to tailor treatments aimed at improving overall wellbeing.

Her leading areas of interest include:

  • Stress: acute, chronic and traumatic.

  • Chronic and multi-system conditions: fibromyalgia, POTS, CFS, IBS, thyroid health and nervous system support.

  • Reproductive health conditions: Endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, pelvic pain and PMDD.

  • Fertility, pregnancy, postpartum care and menopause.

Beyond her private practice, Jess works with corporate and government settings, including victim support services, onsite workplace clinics, and volunteer programs, offering care to people from all walks of life.

To increase access to care, Jess runs a monthly community clinic, offering affordable acupuncture treatments to help remove barriers and create a more inclusive model of care.

Jess is currently welcoming new clients — book your appointment here.

Louisa Dalla Riva (She/Her)

AHPRA registered Acupuncturist, Chinese Medicine Herbalist and Shiatsu Practitioner

BHSc & BASc (Chinese Medicine) (Southern School of Natural Therapies)

BHSc (Youth Studies – Drug and Alcohol addiction)

Diploma of Shiatsu (Australian Shiatsu College Australia)

Diploma Remedial Massage 

Holistic Counselling

200hr Cert Yoga Teacher Training & 50hr Cert pre/post-natal yoga

Louisa is an AHPRA-registered Chinese Medicine and Shiatsu practitioner supporting the North & Western Melbourne community.

An integral component of Louisa’s practice is creating a safe, confidential, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and at ease in their healing journey. With a background in counselling, Louisa understands the importance of active listening and communication in building strong patient relationships. She enjoys the diversity of general practice, whether your main complaint is chronic pain, digestive issues, low energy, gynaecological concerns, stress, trauma or pain. Her approach allows healing to happen gradually and consistently over time.

Passionate about women’s health across the lifespan from menstruation through to menopause.  Louisa has a special interest in supporting pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. She understands that every stage of this journey brings unique physical and emotional demands. Her personal experience gives her a deep appreciation for both the magic and challenges of motherhood.

Louisa is continually inspired by the wisdom of Chinese Medicine and remains engaged in further study to deepen her knowledge. Education is a key part of her approach, integrating practical dietary and lifestyle advice to empower clients in their health journey. She believes that when clients understand the principles behind their treatment, they can make more informed choices, actively participate in their healing, and maintain long-term well-being.

Her journey into Eastern Medicine began after a decade of working in a drug and alcohol youth service, where she provided trauma-informed care to vulnerable young people. Through this work, she witnessed firsthand the connection between emotional trauma and physical health, sparking her interest in holistic, body-based healing approaches.

Seeking integrative methods to support health and well-being, she trained in Shiatsu, drawn to its ability to restore balance through touch and movement. Her passion for this hands-on approach led her to further her studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Today, she integrates her diverse experience to provide comprehensive, compassionate care that supports healing on all levels.

Louisa is currently welcoming new clients — book your appointment here.