Our Wellness Experts

Gina is a Naturopath & Yoga Teacher with Elysia Wellness Retreat. She has been in professional clinical practice for over 20 years in Sydney. Gina specialises in dietary advice, weight maintenance, hormonal issues, and adrenal/stress exhaustion concerns.

Mel has been part of the Elysia team since 2004. With Elysia being home for such a long time, many returning guests feel like family and she loves seeing the results of previous stays when guests pop in for a second, third or fourth visit. As a physiotherapist with a master’s degree in Sports Physiotherapy as well as qualifications in personal training and wellness coaching.

Matt has worked at the Elysia for the last 16 years. He designs and runs the activity schedule to best enhance your stay at Elysia. He loves to see the excitement on guest’s faces when they experience something for the first time in a safe and nurturing environment and realise how incredibly beneficial it is for their wellbeing.

Brad is simply a guru – he is our Feldenkrais practitioner, tai chi master, breathing and meditation expert. All of this means he can guide guests through a range of techniques to assist with relieving pain, alleviating stress, increasing energy and enhanced movement and flexibility that often you didn’t even know you needed!

Siddhi Shakti is an energy healer to lift your vibration and shifts old energy that no longer supports you from your physical and subtle bodies (chakras). By understanding and clearing your blockages, you’ll feel lighter and happier with a deeper connection to your essence.

Experience deep relaxation, repair, and rejuvenation with Zenthai Shiatsu therapist Lachlan Harvey. His unique blend of traditional Chinese medicine, Thai massage, and osteopathy works on the interlocking energetic and physical systems of the body, targeting specific meridians and muscle groups to correct imbalances. Let Lachlan guide you on a healing journey that blends ancient techniques with contemporary bodywork for a holistic approach to well-being.

Meet Scott Kozary, a Senior Massage Therapist with over 24 years of experience. Specializing in Remedial, Deep Tissue, Hot Stones, and Watsu, Scott has been promoting his clients' health and well-being at Elysia for over 17 years. With a passion for helping others, Scott has also volunteered at Massage and Pamper weekends for Women Survivors of Breast Cancer and has massaged several celebrities from both Australia and overseas.

Katie is an experienced Ka Huna (Hawaiian Massage) practitioner with a holistic approach to healing. With 11 years of experience, she also incorporates other techniques such as Remedial, Lomi Lomi, Reiki, and Sound Work to cater to each client's specific needs. Her passion for helping clients reconnect with their bodies and hearts is evident in her sessions.

Jamie is the Executive Chef at Elysia Wellness Retreat. With over 17 years of experience, including roles at The Regent of Sydney, The Alpine Hotel Thredbo, The Caves Beach Hotel, and the Peppers Hotel Group, Jamie brings extensive knowledge and expertise. He specializes in creating quality, nutritious, and appealing cuisine, with a focus on Australian Regional Cuisine. Jamie's accolades include the prestigious NSW Executive Chef of The Year. His goal is to design seasonal menus that highlight Hunter Valley flavors, using ingredients from Elysia's herb, fruit, and vegetable garden.

Diane specializes in helping individuals overcome addictive behaviors, such as alcohol, smoking, and emotional eating. With qualifications in counseling and trauma recovery, she addresses the root causes of addiction, which often manifest as restlessness, anxiety, or fear. Diane also assists with stress management, anxiety, depression, and life direction.

Alanna worked as a primary school teacher for almost twenty years before embarking on her own healing journey that sparked a passion for holistic health, wellbeing and personal transformation. She now loves nothing more than helping others discover their true inner power and create a life that is in alignment with their authentic nature.

Vic is a Personal Trainer and Emotional Intelligence Development Coach who is passionate about people, wellbeing, and helping others unlock their potential. Combining positive psychology, health and fitness principles, and a belief that “the quality of our health and wellness, mindset, and connection with others lays the foundation for everything we do,” Vic’s approach deeply respects holistic individual wellness. She specializes in fitness training for lifestyle and health span, ensuring strength, stability, fitness, and endurance for enjoying the activities we love for as long as possible. Additionally, Vic excels in coaching Emotional Intelligence for mindset and behavioral growth.

Tommy, a former International Rugby 7s player, brings over a decade of experience to health and fitness. Specializing in Fat Loss, Muscle Gain, and Healthy Ageing, he tailors every session to your unique needs.

Reinvention and transformation coaching can help you quickly move past your fears and start living the life you've always dreamt of. Amanda guides you through the process of creating a vision, discovering new choices, and taking action to reach your goals, following the equation: Reinvention = Vision + Choice + Action. You'll gain a clearer understanding of what you want, leave behind what's holding you back, and embrace your personal power. For more information or to book with Amanda, call 1300 991 254.

Your body reflects your attitudes and life experiences. By learning to interpret its signals, you can make positive changes and improve your communication skills. Linda, a registered teacher at the Psychosomatic Therapy College, offers workshops to help people tap into their potential. For more information or to book call 1300 991 254.