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OUR CAREFULLY CURATED TEAM BRINGS TOGETHER DECADES OF EXPERIENCE IN PHYSIOTHERAPY, OSTEOPATHY, MASSAGE THERAPY, NATUROPATHY AND ACUPUNCTURE TO COLLABORATIVELY SUPPORT YOUR HEALTH AND WELLBEING.
Janine Shifman
FOUNDER AND LEAD PRACTITIONER
Janine Shifman is the founder of Anara Health and a physiotherapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She provides comprehensive physiotherapy care with a strong focus on women’s health, supporting a wide range of musculoskeletal and pelvic health concerns.
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Janine has worked across private practice, clinical Pilates, and spent many years in tertiary public hospitals in advanced practice roles. She holds a master’s degree in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and has completed extensive training in pelvic floor physiotherapy, pelvic pain, prolapse management, bladder and bowel dysfunction, and pre- and postnatal care.
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Her approach is holistic and person-centred, recognising the connection between the pelvic floor, the nervous system, and overall wellbeing. Janine also specialises in Internal Pelvic Release Work and is one of the few physiotherapists trained in this approach. All of her sessions are trauma-informed and can include birth preparation and post-birth debriefing, with at-birth support offered when possible.
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“Over time and through experience, I’ve discovered that this work needs longer sessions. Working with women in extended appointments, in the calm, professional, non-clinical space at Anara, helps them feel safe, heard, and supported. This is the space I’ve intentionally created so care can be unhurried and meaningful.”
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Specialisations
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Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
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Internal Pelvic Release Work
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Pelvic Pain
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Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
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Birth Preparation & Support
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Bachelor of Physiotherapy
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Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
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Pelvic Health Training
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Pain management and trauma informed care training.
Qualifications
Research
"​Novel grouping of planned coping strategies for managing the intensity of labour: A survey study of Australian nulliparous women." Midwifery. 2024
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Certified Birth Doula training by Rhea Dempsey
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Internal Pelvic Release mentorship by Fiona Hallinan
Dr. Katie Wood
Dr Katie Wood has been an osteopath for over 18 years. After graduating in 2006, she spent her early career in Sydney treating a diverse range of patients from football players to professional musicians. Dr Katie Wood quickly developed a strong clinical interest in the osteopathic management of pregnant and postnatal women, leading her to complete a Bachelor of Midwifery in 2013 to become a Registered Midwife.
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Dr Katie Wood predominantly uses a structural approach to treatment, combining hands-on techniques, dry needling, and rehabilitative exercises to assist patients in optimising their health and wellbeing. Patient comfort is always her number one priority, with techniques carefully and individually selected for each patient.
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She currently combines her osteopathic practice with a part-time role as a midwife at Cabrini while managing the wonderful chaos that three children brings. Dr Katie Wood is passionate about helping patients understand their bodies and the causes of their symptoms to achieve their health goals.
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Qualifications
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Bachelor of Science (Clinical Science)
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Master of Health Science (Osteopathy)
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Bachelor of Midwifery
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Member, Australian Osteopathic Association
Grace Shaw
RELAXATION & PREGNANCY MASSAGE THERAPIST
Grace is a qualified relaxation and pregnancy massage therapist at Anara Health, supporting women through pregnancy and into motherhood with gentle, nurturing massage therapy. She holds a Certificate IV in Massage Therapy from the Australian College of Fitness and Bodywork and a Certificate in Pregnancy Massage from Pregnancy Massage Australia.
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Grace has a strong interest in women's wellbeing and is receiving ongoing mentorship from the experienced team at Anara Health. Her massage treatments focus on relaxation, stress relief, and easing muscular tension in a calm, supportive environment.
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Grace's approach is gentle and intuitive, tailored to each client's individual needs and stage of pregnancy. She understands the physical and emotional changes that occur during pregnancy and postpartum, and works to provide comfort and relief through skilled, compassionate care.
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Qualifications
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Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
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Certificate in Pregnancy Massage
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Diploma in Remedial Massage (completion by mid 2026)
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Note: Not claimable through private health funds.
Dr. Kimberley Peters
Dr Kimberley Peters has worked in healthcare for over 20 years.
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She is an AHPRA-registered Chinese Medicine practitioner with a focus on fertility, IVF support, pregnancy, birth and postpartum care. Kimberley provides acupuncture, cupping, dietary therapy, Chinese herbal medicine and reproductive health massage within an integrated model of care. She also practises paediatric acupuncture, supporting infants, toddlers and children, and collaborates closely with GPs, fertility specialists, gynaecologists, obstetricians and midwives.
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With postgraduate training in reproductive, perinatal and postpartum health, Kimberley assists patients with natural conception and IVF/ART cycles, menstrual cycle regulation, luteal phase and egg quality support, implantation preparation, pregnancy-related concerns such as nausea, fatigue and pelvic pain, and birth preparation.
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In the postpartum period, she offers massage and acupuncture to support caesarean scar healing, lactation and nervous system recovery.
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Kimberley practises gentle needling techniques with patient comfort a priority. Her approach combines evidence-informed protocols with trauma-informed care, creating a calm, nurturing environment where patients feel safe, heard and supported.
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Qualifications
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Bachelor of Health Science - Chinese Medicine
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Reproductive Health Massage Therapy
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Post graduate studies in perinatal health
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Member, AACMA
Sharon Clarke
REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPIST
Sharon is a qualified Remedial Massage Therapist with more than 23 years of experience, specialising in women's health since 2009. She is passionate about supporting women through all stages of life, including fertility journeys, pregnancy, postnatal recovery, menopause, and everything in between.
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Sharon has extensive experience treating women with high-risk pregnancies and complicated presentations such as pelvic girdle pain, pelvic instability, carpal tunnel, and breech positioning. She also provides birth preparation and partner training for labour.
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Sharon's massage blends many techniques learned throughout her career, including relaxation, remedial, deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, cupping, shiatsu, and dry needling. She customises an individual treatment plan for each client, offering a holistic approach with achievable goals.
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Qualification
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Bachelor or Applied Science
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Diploma of Remedial Massage
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Certificate and Practitioner of Pregnancy Massage
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MMA member
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NurtureLife® Practitioner
Aimee Lewis
Aimee is a qualified naturopath and mum of two, with a deep passion for supporting women and families through the seasons of conception, pregnancy and early motherhood. Her work focuses on helping clients feel nourished, supported and confident in their bodies - whether preparing to conceive, navigating fertility challenges, moving through pregnancy, or wellbeing in the postpartum period.
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Aimee’s approach is warm, individualised and evidence-informed, blending nutrition, herbal medicine and lifestyle support with compassionate, realistic care. She offers a calm, supportive space where clients feel listened to, held and gently guided through this chapter of life.
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Qualifications
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Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
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Bachelor of Science
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Certified Natural Fertility Educator
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Member, Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA)
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