Business Details
38 Years
experience
Professional Remedial Massage & Bowen Therapy Services
Healing Hands Massage has been dedicated to holistic wellness since 1988, offering tailored therapeutic solutions through Remedial Massage and Bowen Therapy. With over 35 years of hands-on experience, our practice combines traditional techniques like shiatsu and Thai massage to address individual needs across all age groups. We prioritise client comfort through personalised consultations, adapting treatments for pregnant women, children, and elderly clients.Our approach integrates fascial manipulation and neuromuscular therapy to promote natural healing, supported by post-treatment hydration guidance to enhance toxin elimination. As a locally trusted practice in Healesville, we maintain professional standards while fostering a warm, accessible environment for every client.
Services
Remedial Massage
Bowen Therapy
Shiatsu
Thai Massage
Prenatal Massage
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in remedial massage therapy
- Our treatments combine multiple modalities for comprehensive care
- Personalised approach for each client's specific needs
- Specialist in treating chronic pain and posture-related conditions
- Professional therapist with ongoing continuing education
What people say
Healing hands
Immediate relief
Pain free
Highly recommend
True gift
Services
Remedial Massage
This targeted therapy uses deep pressure techniques to treat muscle tension and chronic pain. Through thumb, hand and elbow manipulation, it improves circulation, releases endorphins and enhances lymphatic drainage. Ideal for postural imbalances and sports injuries, the 60-minute sessions combine stretching with myofascial release. Clients receive hydration advice to optimise toxin elimination post-treatment.
Bowen Therapy
Gentle connective tissue manipulation stimulates the body's self-healing mechanisms. This non-invasive technique addresses musculoskeletal pain through precise movements on specific points. Effective for sciatica, headaches and posture-related conditions, sessions last 45-60 minutes. Performed through light clothing, it requires no direct pressure while promoting neurological rebalancing and emotional wellbeing.
People
Paula Whitelaw (Nebauer)
Principal Therapist
Certified Remedial Massage and Bowen Therapist with 35+ years' experience. Specialises in chronic pain management and holistic wellness. Holds advanced qualifications in multiple massage modalities. Committed to continuing education and client-centred care.
Questions
What conditions respond best to Bowen Therapy?
Bowen Therapy effectively treats sciatica, frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel syndrome, posture-related pain and chronic conditions like asthma and chronic fatigue.
How long are treatment sessions?
Remedial massage sessions last 60 minutes, while Bowen Therapy takes 45-60 minutes depending on individual requirements.
What should I wear for treatment?
Wear light, comfortable clothing for Bowen Therapy. Remedial massage requires appropriate undressing with full privacy maintained using towels.
Do you treat pregnant women?
Yes, we provide modified treatments for expectant mothers to address pregnancy-related discomforts with appropriate positioning and pressure.
How many sessions will I need?
Most clients experience improvement within 2-3 sessions. Chronic conditions may require ongoing maintenance treatments tailored to individual progress.
Reviews (5)
Steven & Anita King
Dec 12, 2021
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Since having a serious rock climbing accident in April 2018, which left me as a paraplegic and unable to walk, Paula has been an integral part of my rehab and recovery journey. I am now able to walk short distances (with aids) and I believe the massage therapy treatments have played a big part in helping me achieve this goal! I highly recommend Paula!
Itzmemenlo
Jul 26, 2020
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Paula is a life saver! I was recommended by a school mum. I suffer from 5 chronic illnesses including fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, hyper-mobility syndrome, endometriosis and vulvadynia. So my pain daily is alot. I suffered from severe pain where even walking around was hard and painful. Paula has helped me so much, and I can't imagine not going to see her to get pain relief. I have tried everything massage, physio, chiropractor, acupuncture, naturopath. Then I saw Paula! I could not be more thankful, she has so much knowledge, passion and she really cares for the person as a whole.
Sam Bourke
Jan 20, 2020
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Paula is more than just qualified. She has an innate understanding of how to release muscle tension beyond that which you could get through a simple course. She has years of experience and can always identify and release the target ares that make your entire body feel better. She always provides a calm and relaxed environment and is extremely easy to talk to. You will always leave feeling a high level of improvement and she will ask whether you like hard, medium or soft massages to suit what you need at the time. Absolutely recommend.
Peter Astbury
Nov 19, 2019
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Paula is an expert in her field, intuitively applying her skill and after just two treatments Paula's healing hands had my very painful sciatica issue well and truly under control and by the third treatment I was pretty much pain free. Don't suffer any longer, make that appointment now.
Noelene Davidson
Jul 04, 2019
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Paula is a wonderful therapist and her Bowen treatments are wonderful and so healing. I feel the difference straight away. Paula really wants the best for her clients and she really does have healing hands. I highly recommend Paula. A++++++
