About Adam Hart | Remedial Massage Therapist

Adam began in massage 13 years ago. After working as a chef for 10 years prior, he cheffed not only here in Melbourne, but overseas. Adam suffered from neck and back pain himself due to the environment in a kitchen, the long hours, split shifts, standing on his feet for 10 hours plus per day and the stress it placed on his body was not ideal.

Adam always had an interest in massage, but more so as his chef career went on. After living in the UK working a Monday to Friday catering job, he moved back to Melbourne looking for another kitchen job but wasn’t overly excited about going back to weekends. From there he started his massage course with the Australian Institute of Massage, then onto working alongside the Physiotherapists with the Melbourne Tigers basketball team.

Adam is now proud to call BDHH his professional home and has done for the last 4 years, complementing the services they provide. His 15 years of experience as a Remedial massage therapist is a real asset to the Mooroolbark and Lilydale community.

Adam says, “keeping people moving and doing the things they love is important to him - no one should have to live in chronic pain…you can cook a meal and people pay their money, but you don’t know if they have enjoyed it or not; give someone a remedial massage and 9 times out of 10 people will say, ‘that feels so much better.’ It is instant gratification and job satisfaction. Love what you do and do it for a purpose.”

About Ash Kayser | Naturopath

Ash is passionate about assisting people to regain control of their health by identifying the root cause of their presenting complaint. Through struggling with menstrual problems of her own, Ash found how incredibly powerful and healing Naturopathy can be. It was this experience with Naturopathy that sparked her passion for natural health and has since fueled her love for helping people feel empowered within their bodies.

Ash holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy), completed through Torrens University Australia.

Ash is here to support, guide and nurture you along your path to nourishment, combining compassionate care and evidence-based interventions, so you can heal your hormones, skin, gut and more for good.

Ash’s clinical interests lie in hormonal/menstrual health, helping support you from your first period to your last. Ash also specialises in vaginal health (UTIs, thrush, bacterial vaginosis), skin, gut & mental health.

About Dr. Daniel Berends | Psychologist

Daniel is a PhD qualified Clinical Psychologist who emphasizes client’s individual experience, values, and goals as the center of evidence-based treatment in a relaxed and non-judgmental environment.

Daniel has a personal enthusiasm for how acceptance and mindful awareness can deepen our understanding of ourselves, others, and life in general. He has training in, and practices, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Daniel focuses on bringing perspective to issues we face by molding the therapeutic process to you as an individual, and your world as a whole, to understand thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and then plan for improving your experience of life.

Daniel also has a special interest and over a decade’s experience in supporting families and individuals effected by Autism and/or disability and understands the importance of neurodiversity in how we experience difficulties in life.

About Dr. Danielle Taumoefolau | Osteopath

Danielle graduated from RMIT University with a Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Applied Science in Osteopathy.

A welcoming, compassionate and approachable professional, Danielle has a real passion for the human body and its diversity. Danielle takes this passion and integrates it with a clinical framework in the assessment, treatment, and management of your acute and chronic neuromusculoskeletal conditions.

Danielle has a particular interest in your chronic pain management and your sports related injuries.

In particular, Danielle utilises the adjunctive intervention of Rock-Tape as a therapy and this is often used in patients treatment protocols.

Danielle also volunteers her time as the Principal Osteopath at Croydon Rangers Gridiron Club where she facilitates the athlete’s rehabilitation and their return to sport after injury.

Away from the clinic, Danielle is a busy mum who winds down by attending art exhibitions, watching sport highlights, researching and you may bump into her and her family as they day trip around all that Victoria has to offer, with a particular love for the Yarra Valley.

About Dr. Jess White | Osteopath

Jess graduated from Victoria University with a Bachelor of Science (Clinical Science) and Masters of Health Science (Osteopathy) in 2018. Since graduating Jess has also completed further studies in dry-needling.

Jess has a direct approach to treatment and enjoys treating a range of presentations, with particular interest in patients suffering with headaches, neck, shoulder and hip injuries.

Jess encompasses a full-body approach to injury prevention, assessment, treatment, and management. She is also a strong advocate for empowering her patients to take an active approach in their own health journey.

When Jess is not at the clinic she enjoys being outdoors, taking her kelpie Rue for a run and hanging out with her friends and family.

About Dr. Jonathan Baker | Practice Principal - Osteopath

Jonathan began his Osteopathic practice in 2003 with a vision to create a holistic health centre that cares for the whole person in body, mind, soul and spirit. Jonathan’s approach works from the inside out and the outside in, utilising Osteopathic hands on techniques along with Nutritional Medicine and Health Coaching advice, sometimes involving gene profiling. Jonathan is deeply passionate about his own health and will apply that passion to your health too.

Jonathan’s expertise also branches into Nutritional Medicine/Health Coaching, where he has enjoyed the rewarding benefits of helping frustrated, but motivated people to simplify their lives, find purpose and activate their health potential.

Along with his wife and 3 children, Jonathan lives in Montrose and is involved in his local church (Discovery Church), enjoys running, gardening and golf anywhere. The peace and tranquility of the Dandenongs are a high value for his family while pursuing a healthy and simplified life as much as possible.

As BDHH Practice Principal, Jonathan consults 3 days per week and manages both clinic locations on the other days. Please contact jonathan@bdhh.com.au for direct communication.

About Dr. Libby Rochstein | GP - Medical Acupuncture

Dr Libby Rochstein is an holistically minded GP trained in medical acupuncture with over 25 years experience. She graduated as a Fellow with the Australian Medical Acupuncture College in 2022 after 4 years of study.

During her many years as a GP, Dr Libby noticed a need for an alternative or more holistic approach to care. Dr Libby can support all ages of people with acute or chronic ongoing health conditions and will provide an in-depth and holistic approach to each person’s medical needs.

Dr. Libby is a mother of 5 children, who lives locally in outer east Melbourne, with a passion outside of work for trail running, while living an active and intuitively healthy lifestyle.

About Dr. Natalie Barton | Integrative GP

After finishing her medical degree in Melbourne in 1998, Natalie worked in hospital medicine, including postgraduate training in obstetrics and gynaecology, before undertaking general practice training in rural Victoria. Over the past twenty years she has worked in general practice clinics in Melbourne and regional Victoria, as well as with Family Planning Victoria and the Jean Hailes Centre for Women’s Health, along with the DISS program in local high schools.

Dr. Nat's interest in integrative medicine began when one of her own children became unwell, and with her conventional medical training unable to provide an explanation for her illness, Natalie began to look for alternative approaches. Nat was fortunate to attend a conference held by the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM), where she met colleagues who generously shared their knowledge and recommended a terrific integrative pediatrician. With her guidance, the cause for my daughter’s ill-health was found, along with a solution.

Nat consults in local Secondary Schools with the DISS program, with private consults available in the Lilydale clinic on Wednesday afternoons for students and peri-menopausal women.

About Dr. Rebecca Feakes | Osteopath

Rebecca graduated from Victoria University with a Bachelor and Master’s Degree in Osteopathy. During her early years, Rebecca frequently accompanied her father to receive osteopathic treatments. She was intrigued by the holistic, caring, and empathetic nature of the profession and was amazed at the success osteopathy had in helping her father. It was this experience that ignited her passion to help people and began her on her osteopathic journey.

Rebecca enjoys treating all areas of general health and has a strong interest in treating hypermobility related conditions including Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome & Hypermobile Spectrum Disorder. Rebecca uses her personal lived experience of hEDS, combined with extensive professional development in this area to help her patients understand their bodies and empower them in their healthcare journey.

Outside of work, Rebecca has a strong passion for Lyra, aerial silks and pole dancing, which she teaches at a local studio. Bec is also obsessed with her kitty queen, ChaCha, who demands all her attention for cuddles and food whenever she is home.

About Dr. Sam Dyer | Osteopath

Sam completed his studies at RMIT University, following completion, Sam moved to Queensland where he worked rurally treating a wide range of patients for the first 18 months of his career. Following his time in QLD, Sam returned to Melbourne and has been working in private practice for the last 4 years. Sam is available at both of our Bayswater North and Lilydale clinics.

Sam developed his passion for Osteopathy by pursuing the holistic principles of health care that Osteopathy is founded on. Sam’s treatment is strongly guided by the idea that the body is a unit, combining hands-on treatment, dry needling, exercise and education to reach the best possible outcomes for his patients. Sam also has a passion for treating and managing patients suffering from scoliosis related pain since completing the “Schroth Best Practice” course in April of 2023.

Outside of the clinic, Sam thoroughly enjoys exploring his interest in human movement and biomechanics in both his own training and by continuing to educate himself in this area with books and podcasts. He also thoroughly enjoys being outdoors, especially anywhere you can do a bit of fishing.

About Dr. Samara Melder | Osteopath

Samara has consulted with By Design Holistic Health since 2014 and as an Osteopath she assesses patients using a structural (muscle and joint medicine) approach. Samara is keenly interested in amateur (and professional) sporting injuries, particularly, dance, gymnastics, running and athletic endeavours. Her interest in Pilates and Yoga for rehabilitation and overall health are a passion of hers.

Samara utilises her diagnostic and treatment skills in sports injury management, acute spinal/limb pain syndromes and rehabilitation. Samara integrates Rehabilitation Pilates, offering one-on-one rehabilitation sessions for spinal injuries, along with individualised and specific strengthening and toning exercise programs for the prevention of problems.

Samara has a history in top-level dancing and has completed a half marathon – 21kms! She has spent most of her years growing up in the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne with her mum and brother. She has a young son and daughter and a keen interest in nutritional health and exercise prescription.

About Dr. Steph Morstead | Osteopath

Steph graduated from Victoria University with a Bachelor and Masters Degree in Osteopathy. As a kid Steph was heavily invested into basketball and developed an interest in Osteopathy through her own experiences with injuries and illnesses. This sparked a wish to help others as she had been.

Steph is passionate to leave a positive impact on people's lives, aiming to empower her patients with the knowledge, tools and care to help achieve their own health goals. In particular, Steph has an interest in treating headaches, neck, shoulder and upper back pain. She utilises a wide range of techniques, including dry needling and electro-needling, to reach the best outcomes for each individual person.

When Steph is not at the clinic you can find her on the basketball court or enjoying a good book or movie.

About Dr. Stephen Vickery | Osteopath

Steve is a passionate and progressive Osteopath with a passion for achieving outstanding patient outcomes. Put simply, he just wants to get you back to what you love doing pain-free.

With several years of clinic experience in private practice and elite sporting clubs, Steve has developed a thorough skill set that enables him to provide personalised care for every patient.

Steve’s holistic approach to treatment fundamentally focuses on returning your body to its optimum state. A typical session with Steve will aim to get to the root of your issue and provide high level manual therapy techniques such as manipulation, dry needling, joint articulation and massage, in conjunction with exercise prescription.

Whether your goal is to achieve pain-free movement, improve posture or enhance sporting performance, Steve will work alongside you to achieve your desired results.

Outside of the clinic, Steve is a keen sports fan. In particular, Steve is an avid Essendon supporter, but he also enjoys basketball, soccer and Formula 1. On weekends, you’ll find Steve being active, spending time with friends and family or relaxing with a beer.

About Dr. Tim Howden | Naturopathic Medicine

Tim Howden has been practicing Natural Medicine for almost 20 years. He gained his Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) at the Southern School of Natural Therapies in Melbourne (now Torrens University) and has a certificate of Clinical Nutrition awarded by the National Institute of Integrative Medicine.

Tim worked for several years in pharmacy as a senior naturopath and advisor on the health and safety of natural medicine. Previous to this he held the role of Programs Manager at the world renowned Gawler Foundation.

As an expert in human health, his objective is to improve you, and your family’s wellness in a direct and caring manner.

His enthusiasm for paediatric & family care began 24 years ago when his daughter was born. While undertaking his formal university studies Tim had the opportunity to study Iyengar yoga and develop a keen interest in organic gardening. His practice utilises herbal & nutritional medicine, homoeopathy, and environmental medicine. His clinical methods are thorough and comprehensive & include observation, examination, inquiry, and functional testing.

Tim has expert knowledge in allergy, eczema, poor immunity, digestive illness, anxiety, insomnia, and fatigue conditions.

Unique to his practice is photon resonance analysis via the Asyra bioresonance machine. A method of bio-feedback pioneered in the 1940s by German physician Dr. Rheinhard Voll which gives a unique qualitative picture of a patient’s needs so the clinician can target more effective health outcomes.

About Emily Hummel | Dietitian

Emily holds a Bachelor of Nutrition Science and a Masters of Dietetics, completed at Deakin University. Her specialty interest lies in gastrointestinal health and management of these related conditions.

From a young age, Emily has longed to use her Dietetic knowledge to empower people to develop the skills needed to positively change their lives and achieve their goals nutritionally and has experience aiding those living with diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease.

Emily takes an holistic approach to health, by looking at all factors that affect nutrition and our diet including environment, physical and mental health, and lifestyle factors. Then using a collaborative approach to nutrition counselling and intuitive eating, to achieve a client’s nutrition and health goals.

In her free time, Emily loves learning and enjoys watching documentaries on almost anything. She is a great lover of Pride and Prejudice, music and her adorable puppy and will always make time for them in her life. She also enjoys swimming and family time, when not consulting as a Dietitian.

About Jaimie Cornwell | Accredited Exercise Physiologist

Jaimie is an experienced Exercise Physiologist and the owner of BodyfixEP. Jaimie graduated from Victoria University in 2013 with a Masters of Applied Science in Exercise Rehabilitation and started BodyfixEP 6 years ago.

Her main areas of interest are in musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation as well as running education sessions on chronic disease management. Jaimie has a history with clinical Pilates and women’s health which is a very enjoyable field to work in. When not working at BodyfixEP she is home with her daughter and son, while also enjoying spending time with family and friends - sometimes in Bali!

About Kelly Bright | Lilydale's Clinical Nutritionist

Kelly, our Holistic Nutritionist, holds a BHSc in Nutrition & Dietetic Medicine, driven by passion for revealing the link between food and overall well-being. With a focus on whole, nutrient-dense foods, she believes in unlocking vitality.

Kelly's approach is personalised, crafting plans tailored to individual needs, considering lifestyle, preferences, and health concerns. Stress management, self-care and positive mindset are integral to her holistic health philosophy.

As a dedicated mum to a young son, Kelly understands and empathises with the challenges of eating healthily, while juggling day to day life.

Kelly is currently on maternity leave until later 2025.

About Maddi Williams | Accredited Exercise Physiologist

Maddi is an accredited Exercise Physiologist who graduated from Masters of clinical Exercise Physiology at ACU in 2022. She has been part of the BodyFixEP team since her undergrad placement in 2019 and worked as an Exercise Scientist and NDIS therapy assistant through her Masters studies. Maddi has gained experience in many injuries through previously working as a sports trainer for a local football club. She has a keen interest in musculoskeletal injuries, oncology and neurological rehabilitation and she also runs our hydrotherapy programs.

In Maddi’s spare time you will find her at the beach or catching up with friends and family.

About Nicole Nilsson | Myotherapist

Nicole graduated from RMIT with an Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy in 2004. She discovered Myotherapy after using allied health practices in her youth, and loved the hands-on approach that Myotherapy offers to help relieve people of their acute and chronic muscular conditions.

Nicole uses a range of modalities to treat common muscular conditions, including Trigger Point Therapy and Dry needling. She has a keen interest in pre- and post-natal (Pregnancy) care and loves to help the everyday person achieve better functional muscular health.

Nicole has always lived in the Yarra Valley and looks forward to helping her local community with muscular, soft tissue and myo-fascial aches and pains.

In her spare time, Nicole enjoys spending time with her young family, their crazy dog, and planning their next camping adventure. She has also started training her daughters in massage so that she doesn’t miss out on some hands-on love.

Nicole looks forward to meeting the patients and clients of BDHH and the local community.

About Sarah King | Dietitian

Sarah enjoys working with anyone who would like to improve their relationship with food and their body. She has experience with those living with an eating disorder such as Anorexia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder and Bulimia Nervosa as well as those who have any concerns around their weight and the diets just aren't working!

Sarah works through a Health at Every Size (HAES) lens and uses a non-diet approach by working through Intuitive Eating Skills, Body Image Therapy and Acceptance Commitment Therapy as appropriate with her clients.

When she's not working, Sarah is a mamma of two boys and loves to be outside! If it's camping, hiking, or the beach - nature is the place where she feels grateful and grounded.

About Sarah Morgan | Accredited Exercise Physiologist

Sarah (AEP) graduated from Deakin University in 2020 with a Masters in Clinical Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science and Business (Sports Management). She has a history of working in high performance, general population and clinical population groups.

Sarah’s keen interests include oncology care, specifically breast cancer, along with women’s health, peri and pre-natal clientele. When not working alongside her BFEP colleagues, she enjoys training and walking her beautiful adopted American Staffy, Duke, and spending time with family and friends, which grew recently with the birth of their first child.

Sarah is available on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings @ BDHH Lilydale for group class at 9am and individual appointments for the morning.

About Steph Bollaart | Accredited Exercise Physiologist

Steph is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with a Masters in Clinical Exercise Physiology + Bachelor’s in Exercise & Sport Science from ACU. She’s also a qualified yoga instructor, blending mind/ body/ and movement to foster holistic wellbeing. With a passion for health and wellness, Steph is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their unique rehabilitation and sporting goals.

She specializes in using exercise to restore strength and enhance function, with enjoyment in working with individuals with chronic conditions including (not limited to) hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, and lower limb injuries (hip, knee, ankle, foot), as well as sporting injuries. Outside of work she enjoys visiting the beach, running and participating in various water sports.