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)

Jess is a passionate Chinese Medicine practitioner who has been working with the local community for over 10 years.

She is known for her empathy and thoughtful care provided to patients as she works tirelessly to support and improve health outcomes for her local community.

With a focus on education, awareness and empowerment, she provides a safe space for patients to feel heard and understood in determining the most suitable treatment options. 

Recognising the impacts of stress from modern life 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 

  • Pain & injury management

  • Fertility, pregnancy and postpartum care

Having worked numerous roles, organisations and contracts, Jess has developed experience working with a broad cross-section of the community, treating a wide variety different ailments and conditions. Beyond private practice, her work has covered government health services supporting victims of crime, corporate contracts for onsite drop-ins and volunteering her time both treating those in need and training the next generation of care givers. 

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.