About Central Coast Body Mechanics
All therapists at Central Coast Body Mechanics are fully qualified and therefore all treatment is eligible for health fund rebates.
Tim Barrett
ACUPUNCTURIST AND STRETCH THERAPIST FOCUSING ON BACK PAIN AND MUSCULOSKELETAL PAIN AND DYSFUNCTION
Tim has a Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine attained at the University of Technology Sydney in 1999. He also has an Advanced Diploma of Acupuncture attained by studying and working a training hospital in Guangzhou, China. Tim is registered with AHPRA (the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) and the ATMS (the Australian Traditional Medicine Society).
In addition, he has a Diploma of Remedial Massage and is accredited Stretch Therapist.
With more than 25 years' experience as an acupuncturist and Stretch Therapist and a background in sports and the health and fitness industry, Tim has an exceptional understanding of the body.
His comprehensive treatments combine acupuncture. stretching and massage. His aim is to identify and treat the root cause of your issue and to empower and inspire you to take part in your ongoing health.
Tim also has a Diploma in Yoga Studies and has studied a range of energy healing techniques including AcuEnergetics and Polarity Therapy, and brings these wisdoms into his treatments.
Rochelle Jillett
REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPIST REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPIST
(Sees female clients only)
Rochelle Jillett has been a remedial massage therapist for more than eight years. She believes in treating the whole of the body, nutritionally, spiritually and physically. As a diploma-certified therapist, Rochelle treats clients using remedial massage, sports massage, myofascial release and trigger point techniques. She also performs pregnancy massage.
Rochelle is a keen runner and has an understanding of the importance of overall health to ensure ongoing, pain-free physical performance. With a background in nutrition and a wealth of experience and training , she performs intuitive remedial treatments to address your individual needs.
Maryanne Losurdo
REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPIST ONCOLOGY MASSAGE AND MANUAL LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE SPECIALIST
Maryanne Losurdo is a massage therapist with qualifications in a range of massage and natural therapies including therapeutic and remedial massage, sports, trigger point, oncology massage, manual lymphatic drainage, complex decongestive lymphatic therapy, pregnancy massage and lomi lomi.
She has also studied Body-Focused counselling, craniosacral therapy, reflexology, reiki, AcuEnergetics and Touch for Health and has a strong sense of the body and mind connection.
Maryanne is an accredited member of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society, Breast Cancer Network Australia, Australasian Lymphology Association and Oncology Massage Training.
Health fund cover rebate is available for Remedial Massage.
Dave Chandraratnam
ACUPUNCTURIST AND CHINESE MEDICINE PRACTITIONER FOCUSING ON PAIN, MUSCULOSKELETAL ISSUES AND SKIN CONDITIONS
Dave is an AACMA and AHPRA Registered Acupuncturist and Chinese Medical Practitioner with a passion for Traditional Chinese Medicine and the benefits that it brings, especially when incorporated with modern understanding in today's world.
Dave has always had an interest in health and before becoming an acupuncturist by completing a Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine at the University of Technology, Sydney, he worked as a microbiologist and biochemist focusing on food, nutrition and the prevention of disease. With this experience in the field of health, Dave has a deep understanding of Western medicine and its implications on the body. He uses this understanding to enhance his treatments and Traditional Chinese Medicine approach.
With his interest in research, Dave was part of the initial group that started the Acupuncture Cancer Research program, developed between Concord Repatriation General Hospital and the University of Technology, Sydney. Additionally, he has worked in a specialty diabetes ward in China, which focused on the treatment of diabetes and related conditions and complications.
Dave has an interest in treating pain, digestion, musculoskeletal issues, cancer, diabetes and skin conditions as he has seen first-hand the improvement that can come from these being treated with Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Kylan Sumner
MASSAGE THERAPIST & STRETCH THERAPIST Kylan has achieved his Certificate IV in Massage and is currently studying his Diploma in Remedial Massage.
As an avid athlete and sports person his whole life, Kylan has gained an in-depth understanding of the essential maintenance and treatment needed to keep the body healthy and in its best condition. In experiencing his own struggles with injury this point was made even clearer and his passion about the inner workings of the body became clear.
Kylan uses a combination of techniques to provide the treatment needed for the musculoskeletal system such as PNF stretching, sports massage, trigger point techniques, soft tissue releases and remedial massage.
He is passionate in helping people recover from injury, maintaining the body’s best performance and ensuring each and every client receives the best and most effective treatment.
You can book with Kylan for massage, stretch therapy or his signature treatment which combines these two complementary modalities in one session.