Session bookings have now closed for the current batch of treatments subsidised by the CCBRF.
After a period of evaluation we will assess the needs for future rollouts, stay tuned.
In the mean time, heartfelt thanks to all the practitioners and clients who came to work together to build a stronger community and to the CCBRF for supporting the programme.
CWG HOLISTIC HEALING SESSIONS
The Cobargo Wellness Group (CWG) are working in partnership with the Cobargo Community Bushfire Recovery Fund (CCBRF) to provide a range of natural therapy sessions to our community.
The CCBRF will generously subsidise each session by 50% for a period of 3 months.
The aims of this project are :
- To provide the community of Cobargo and the surrounding districts with mental, emotional and physical support in the aftermath of the bushfires. This will be achieved by providing holistic therapies and interaction with qualified practitioners to aid the community in their recovery
- To be a proactive agent and advocate for positive change in a constantly changing environment.
- To foster resilience and emotional self reliance for the community of Cobargo and surrounding districts
The sessions will be an hour long at the CWG practitioner rooms located at 16 Blackbutt Drive, Cobargo.
This funding partnership allows anyone in our community to access a range of treatments for only $40 an hour and the CCBRF will fund the additional $40.
Payment by the client, is to be made to the practitioner at the time of the session. There are no EFTPOS facilities on site.
Should you wish to make an additional contribution to CWG so that we can continue to support our community with groovy projects, or if you wish to pay it forward for someone else, please let your practitioner know of your intentions.
Please park behind the horse float, without blocking anyone in, then follow the signs along the path to the side rooms.
Read the following practitioner information and hit the Book Now button to book yourself a session.
MONDAYS
VANESSA CORRIGAN | MASSAGE AND AROMATHERAPY
PRACTITIONER BIO
I am a multi-skilled practitioner who provides a safe, nurturing environment for my clients. I have been practising for 20 years and I offer a range of therapies which include massage, aromatherapy, reiki and kinesiology. I love to help others to relieve and reduce stress and support them to enter a deep state of relaxation and balance.
I am offering the aromatherapy service as a complimentary extra to the massage. It takes an extra 15 minutes to choose and make up the essential oil blend, and this is then followed by the 60 minute massage.
QUALIFICATIONS
Diploma of Swedish & Remedial Massage
Diploma of Aromatherapy
Advanced Diploma of Herbal Medicine (Dorothy Hall College)
Diploma of Biochemic Medicine (Tissue Salts)
Kinergetics Kinesiology
Aromatic Kinesiology Practitioner
Certificate Specialised Kinesiology
Advanced Certificate of Crystal Healing
Reiki Master
Certificate Spa Body Treatments
Certificate Hawaiian Heartworks Lomi Lomi
Certificate IV in Training & Assessment
IAAMA Accredited Teacher
WEBSITE
Please go to my website for more information https://www.vanessaswildbotanicals.com
TUESDAYS
MEL PICKERING | EFT or REIKI
PRACTITIONER BIO
I have been supporting people with Reiki, and more recently EFT (Tapping), since I was attuned as a Reiki Master in 2004. I have worked independently and as part of a team in healing centres and with a range of natural therapists in a live-in health and wellness centre in Victoria.
What is EFT? Many people may have heard of EFT referred to as Tapping, a name that has been popularised in recent years, as the modality has become more widely known. EFT stands for Emotional Freedom Technique.
Tapping is similar to acupuncture, in that it works on certain points on the body to release the energy that is “stuck” there. Unlike acupuncture, needles are not used, instead you tap on points on your upper body with your fingers, whilst saying certain phrases that help release the stuck feelings. It is a practice that is lead by the client and the session goes where you allow it to go, with prompting from the practitioner. EFT sounds weird, but it works, and it is scientifically proven to do so.
Check out this link for a quick overview of tapping from the Tapping Solution
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRfLTQjJhp0
My experience of the NYE fires made me realise that now is the time to step forward and offer ongoing EFT and Reiki support to the fire affected community of Cobargo and the surrounding districts. I specialise in reducing anxiety, overwhelm and stress and if you want to read about how EFT supported me to reduce a truckload of anxiety to be able to stay and defend our home in Yowrie from the fire, then check out my website (address below).
TRAININGS
2003 Reiki Level I and II Usui lineage
2004 Reiki Master practitioner training
2017 Reiki Teacher Training
2015 NLP Training with QC Seminars
2018 EFT Level I and II Matrix Reimprinting training 2018 Matrix Birth Reimprinting with the founder of the modality Sharon King
2020 Tapping out of Trauma
2020 Intention based Energy Processing workshop using EFT with Steve wells of EFT Downunder
2020 currently studying for certification in IEP using EFT with Steve Wells of EFT Downunder
WEBSITE
Please check out my website for more information about EFT www.lifeinbalance.net.au
AVAILABILITY
Mel is available at the Cobargo Wellness Group rooms in Cobargo on Tuesdays from 9am
WEDNESDAYS
NEIL FOX | MASSAGE
PRACTITIONER BIO
Hi, I’m Neil Fox and I love being a Remedial Massage Therapist.
I find it energising, rewarding and interesting. That’s why I’ve been doing it full time since 2006.
From my initial Swedish Massage course in 1998 I knew that it would become my new profession.
I’ve helped people, ranging from teenagers to 90yr olds, champion athletes to office workers, tradesmen to retired people to overcome pain, dysfunction, stress and tension.
By using a mixture of general relaxation massage and specific Remedial Massage techniques I can provide effective individual treatments.
AVAILABILITY
Neil is available at the Cobargo Wellness Group rooms in Cobargo on Wednesdays from 10am
WEDNESDAYS
TUK | MASSAGE
PRACTITIONER BIO
Narisara Bourke was born in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand. Her nickname is Tuk. She is 52 years old and is a qualified Thai masseuse from Maha Boon massage therapy school in Dan Kwian.
She comes highly recommended, and can do deep tissue massage as well as massage for relaxation.
AVAILABILITY
Tuk is available at the Cobargo Wellness Group rooms in Cobargo on Wednesdays in the late afternoon.
THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS
SHONA TARANTO | NATUROPATH
PRACTITIONER BIO
I am passionate about helping my clients re- balance, re-charge and take control of their health. and I love my work. I provide one-on-one health consults and I am humbled to offer my services to the local community.
In the rural setting I treat anything from minor complaints through to the full range of chronic and acute disease – I enjoy the challenge!
Especially, I have a special interest in my practice working with clients in the treatment of anxiety, depression, immune disorders and digestive disorders as well as improving general wellbeing.
TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Shona is a University qualified Naturopath holding both a Bachelor Degree in Applied Science (Naturopathic Studies) and a Graduate Diploma in Naturopathy from Western Sydney University (UWS).
Shona received the esteemed UWS Dean’s Medal for outstanding academic achievement in 2010 and is a member of the Golden Key Honour Society.
Shona undertakes ongoing postgraduate studies and attends seminars each year to ensure her professional knowledge is always up to date and the best it can be.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Shona is a Full accredited member with The Naturopaths and Herbalists Association Australia (NHAA), professional association. She has also been an elected board member of this professional association for a term of 5 years (2015-2020)on the NHAA Board.
The Naturopaths & Herbalists Association of Australia (NHAA) is the peak professional association representing Naturopathic and Western herbal medicine practitioners. Founded in 1920, and a foundation member of the World Naturopathic Federation, it is the oldest professional association of complementary practitioners in Australia and the only national professional association specifically concerned with the practice and education of naturopathic and Western herbal medicine in Australia.
THURSDAY FEB 18TH ONLY
WENDY YOUNG | SHIATSU AND COSMO FACELIFT
Shiatsu is a Japanese form of body work, which relaxes and invigorates the body. Shiatsu is a holistic massage which treats body mind and spirit. It is useful for emotional pain as well as as it is for physical problems. Using thumb pressure, along energy lines, it restores, balances and eases tension in the body.
Cosmo Facelift Massage is a combination of different methods of Facial Reflexology. It can stimulate the lymphatic system, balance organs, rejuvenate skin and improve muscle tone. A relaxing, gentle treatment which will relieve all stress related tension from your facial muscles.
FRIDAYS
SALLY DRAAYERS | BOWEN THERAPY AND REIKI
PRACTITIONER BIO
I am a Bowen therapist and a reiki healer. I am so proud to be part of the CWG and I really want to help make a difference to those who may be struggling with what the last year has brought us. I am passionate about alternative forms of health and I know what a huge difference they can make to people’s wellbeing. I was drawn to bowen therapy, not only because of the potential physical improvements the technique can achieve but also on mental health and overall sense of wellbeing, that bowen therapy can bring.
A Bowen therapy treatment will provide an overall sense of deep relaxation. It is gentle, non invasive, no oils are used and can be done through light clothing. Both bowen and reiki can help to start shift physical or emotional blocks that might be holding you back. If you are struggling with physical aches and pains in particular then I would focus on Bowen with the client. The addition of reiki steps up the level of relaxation and can help to start shift unhelpful energy. Each clients individual needs will determine the treatment.
SATURDAYS
ANNY WILDE | KINESIOLOGY
PRACTITIONER BIO
I’m a Kinesiologist and Intuitive Healer and have been working in this field for 10 years. My work has evolved over the years to my own special blend of kinesiology, intuitive energy healing and shamanic practices.
Most people come and see me when things aren’t feeling right, they might be experiencing prolonged anxiety that won’t shift, feeling stuck, they keep repeating the same unhealthy pattern, not sleeping well, ruminating on an issue, feeling exhausted, aches and pains, allergies start flaring up etc. When we don’t tend to ourselves properly, then our body and our mind can really start to suffer and symptoms really start to come out.
Kinesiology allows us to communicate with the body and our deeper soul selves and pinpoint the places within that are needing our attention, from here we can go about restoring the balance. With kinesiology tools, vibrational medicine and my intuitive healing practices, I am able to connect in to what is of most importance and is priority for that particular time. My aim is always to be able to help provide clarity, connect you deeply to yourself, balance the energy, so the healing can begin.
QUALIFICATIONS
● Diploma Kinesiology (2010)
● Kinergetics Kinesiology (2014)
● Shamanic Practitioner of the East (2017)
● Reiki Level 1 and 2 (2007)
AVAILABILITY
Anny is available at the Cobargo Wellness Group rooms in Cobargo every second Saturday from 10am
