Our Team
Allied Health
Cressida Jones
Occupational Therapist
Qualifications: Bachelor of Health Science (Psychology); Master of Occupational Therapy
Profile:
Cressida works across paediatrics, aged care, disability services, mental health, and neurological rehabilitation. She develops personalised interventions to help clients achieve meaningful goals and maximise independence.
Practice Focus:
- Functional independence and participation
- Barrier assessment and personalised intervention
- Client advocacy and empowerment
Uduma Idika Uduma
Counsellor
Qualifications: Degree in Social Work; Diploma in Sociology; Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Science
Profile:
Uduma has over 12 years’ experience providing evidence-based counselling and therapy. He specialises in working with individuals and families, particularly supporting men with domestic violence-related challenges and fostering healthier home environments.
Practice Focus:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing
- Family and individual mental health support
- Safe and healthier home environment strategies
Jaclyn Loh
Counsellor
Profile:
Jaclyn provides person-centred, evidence-based counselling in a safe and supportive environment. She works with clients experiencing grief, trauma, life transitions, parenting challenges, autism, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.
Practice Focus:
- Emotional wellbeing and resilience
- Coping strategies and personal growth
- Collaborative, tailored counselling approaches
Team Member Since: January 2025
Raquel Ferguson
Naturopath & Skin Health Practitioner
Qualifications: Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy); Professional training in Integrative Health.
Profile:
Raquel specialises in skin and gut health, including acne, eczema, and digestive imbalances. She applies a holistic, evidence-based approach to identify underlying causes and promote long-term wellness.
Practice Focus:
- Skin and digestive health
- Lifestyle and nutrition guidance
- Client education and self-management strategies
Team Member Since: April 2022
Saori Ato
Clinical Remedial Massage Therapist
Qualifications: Diploma of Remedial Massage; Advanced Diploma in Ayurveda and Aromatherapy.
Profile:
Saori has over eight years of professional experience in remedial massage and wellness. She specialises in deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, active release therapy, and muscle energy techniques. Saori integrates Ayurvedic bodywork and relaxation therapies to support clients’ physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
Practice Focus:
- Muscular pain relief and mobility improvement
- Client-centred, evidence-based remedial treatments
- Holistic wellness including stress reduction
Physiotherapist
Coming Soon – December 2025
Integrative Health
Dr. (Vaidya) Shweta
Ayurvedic Practitioner
Qualifications: Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS); Certified Yoga Instructor
Profile:
Dr. Shweta specialises in holistic health management using Ayurvedic medicine, lifestyle guidance, diet, and yoga practices. She focuses on chronic health conditions, women’s health, children’s health, and lifestyle-related disorders.
Practice Focus:
- Evidence-informed Ayurvedic solutions
- Integrative mind-body wellness
- Long-term health and lifestyle management
Gabriela Carvalho
Remedial Massage Therapist & Ayurveda Therapist
The idea of becoming a Remedial Massage Therapist started taking shape back in 2015 when Gabriela was studying to become a Yoga instructor. During the training she was introduced to the philosophy of Ayurveda, and the knowledge she’s developed with that course inspired her ongoing interest for Natural Health. This took her to her first Massage course. Here in Australia, Gabriela has completed a Diploma of Remedial Massage and has been working in the area since her graduation.
Massage Therapy is one of the most commonly used forms of Holistic Medicine. This means that, as a practitioner, Gabriela takes into consideration all aspects of each person (e.g. Physical, Mental and Emotional), treating the root of the problem, and not just the symptom. For that reason, she likes to use an intuitive approach to her treatments, incorporating a variety of practices and techniques to help clients to achieve better health.
She believes in the healing benefits of Holistic Medicine. Living this modern way of life causes many to develop issues such as stress and anxiety, that turn into physical imbalances. Gabriela usually says that: “the body talks”, and if that we learn how to listen, we can treat it naturally and free from side effects. That’s why she became so passionate about Massage Therapy. It means a lot to Gabriela to help people to feel less pain and improve their quality of life.
Paige Olsen
Acupuncturist
Qualifications: Diploma of Oriental Medicine (L.Ac.); Training in Bodywork, Chinese Herbs, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Yoga, Taoist Meditation
Profile:
Paige brings extensive experience in private practice and community health initiatives. She applies acupuncture, bodywork, and Chinese herbal medicine to improve clients’ physical health and overall wellbeing.
Practice Focus:
- Acupuncture and integrative therapies
- Chronic and acute condition management
- Holistic wellness and preventative care
Radhika Shrestha
Co-ordinating Supervisor
Meet lovely Radhika, who is here to take care of your every need.
Having grown up in Nepal, Radhika developed a deep love of nature and respect for living a peaceful life from a very early age. Family means everything to Radhika, and she thanks her parents for the lessons learned and the values instilled in her, throughout her life. Amongst them, to work hard at cultivating all aspects of life, and to serve others. That it’s this spirit of dedication and service that brings the ultimate reward. In other words, making others happy brings inner contentment.
Radhika comes highly qualified, with a Bachelor of Business Administration, and a Masters in Accounting. She originally joined the Equals family to complete her internship, bringing with her great business acumen, in addition to strong personal values.
Radhika believes that when you are happy, you feel good from the inside out. Remaining connected with loved ones, eating healthy food, staying hydrated, and getting plenty of rest, are her key self-care strategies. She enjoys nature-time, cooking, and surrounding herself with happy people.