Meet the Team
Natalie Dean
Remedial & Lymphatic Drainage Therapist
Lymphoedema Practitioner
Natalie Dean is experienced Remedial Massage Therapist holding a Diploma of Remedial Massage and specialised certification in Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy. Natalie brings a strong foundation of skills and knowledge to her practice, offering comprehensive care tailored to her clients' individual needs.
Natalie’s expertise includes Manual Lymphatic Drainage for complex health conditions, as well as Breast Cancer Lymphoedema and Lipoedema management. Her deep understanding of the body’s healing processes enables her to provide effective, holistic treatments that support both recovery and overall wellbeing.
Her personal journey with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, diagnosed in 2014, has profoundly shaped her compassionate and patient-centred approach. This experience, combined with her professional training, equips her to support clients through their healing and wellness journeys with empathy and insight.
Committed to continual learning, Natalie stays current with the latest techniques to ensure her clients receive the highest standard of care.
Available Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays at the Alstonville Clinic.
Qualifications:
Diploma of Remedial Massage
Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioner (Casley-Smith Method)
Certification in Breast Massage After Implant and Explant Plastic Surgery
Certified Senior First Aid and CPR
HICAPS-enabled for on-the-spot rebates on Remedial Massage & Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy
Leire Ayerra is an experienced and dedicated Remedial Massage Therapist with a Diploma of Remedial Massage and advanced training in Ayurvedic therapies. Leire is currently undertaking formal certification as a Decongestive Lymphatic Therapist, and has been actively mentored in-clinic, developing hands-on experience in Lymphoedema and Lipoedema care under close guidance.
With a strong foundation in holistic health, Leire offers a range of therapeutic treatments including Manual Lymphatic Drainage (for complex health conditions), Pregnancy Massage, and Remedial Hot Stone Massage. Her extensive background in Ayurvedic practices and yoga enriches her approach, allowing her to provide deeply restorative care tailored to each individual's physical and energetic needs.
Leire’s work in aged care settings has further shaped her gentle and intuitive touch, reinforcing her reputation for empathy, attentiveness, and trustworthiness—especially for clients with chronic or sensitive conditions.
Originally from the Basque Country in Spain, Leire brings a grounded, nurturing presence to her sessions. She is known for her ability to listen deeply and work collaboratively with clients to uncover the root causes of discomfort, promoting long-term wellness and empowerment.
Available Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Alstonville Clinic.
Qualifications:
Diploma of Remedial Massage
In-clinic Lymphoedema Training (currently undertaking formal certification)
Certification in Breast Massage After Implant and Explant Plastic Surgery
Advanced Diploma of Ayurveda
Diploma of Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultation
Certified Senior First Aid and CPR
HICAPS-enabled for on-the-spot rebates for Remedial Massage & Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy
Leire Ayerra
Remedial & Manual Lymphatic Therapist
Katharina Eva Maierhofer
Remedial, Shiatsu & Lymphatic Therapist
Katharina is a compassionate and intuitive Massage Therapist with a Certificate in Remedial Massage, a Diploma of Shiatsu and a Yoga Teacher Training qualification. With a strong foundation in holistic health and wellbeing, she takes a personalised approach to every treatment, recognising that each client’s body, lifestyle and health journey are unique.
Katharina offers a range of therapeutic treatments, including Remedial Massage and Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), supporting clients with muscular tension, physical imbalances, stress and chronic discomfort, as well as those requiring lymphatic support for more complex health conditions, including lipoedema.
Drawing on her knowledge of remedial massage, lymphatic therapy and movement practices, Katharina combines attentive listening with a skilled and intuitive touch to create treatments that are both therapeutic and restorative. She is known for her empathetic nature and her ability to tune into what each client needs, adapting her approach to support comfort, function and overall wellbeing.
Her background in Yoga and knowledge of Chinese Medicine have also given her a strong understanding of the connection between body and mind, allowing her to support clients in finding greater mobility, balance and ease. Passionate about strengthening long-term wellbeing, Katharina creates a welcoming and supportive space where clients feel heard, cared for and empowered in their health journey..
Available Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays at the Alstonville Clinic
Qualifications:
Diploma of Remedial Massage
Diploma of Shiatsu
Certificate in 500hr Yoga Teacher Training
Training in Solution-Based Counselling
Certified Senior First Aid and CPR
Training in solution-based Counselling
HICAPS – On the spot rebates for those with extras for Remedial Massage & Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy.
Amanda Da-Silva
Senior Lymphoedema Practitioner, Lymphatic Specialist, Remedial & Oncology Massage Therapist
Amanda Da-Silva is qualified and experienced Lymphoedema Practitioner and Oncology-Lymphatic Therapist and specialises in breast cancer recovery, conservative management & treatment of Lymphoedema and Lipoedema with a special interest in post surgical care & rehabilitation.
Amanda completed post graduate training in Oncology and Palliation Massage at the Olivia Newton John Wellness Cancer and Research Centre at the Austin Hospital in Melbourne.
Amanda offers a diverse range of treatments including Manual Lymphatic Drainage (for complex health conditions), Lymphoedema Care and Oncology Massage, Breast Cancer Recovery, and Post-Surgical Care After Cancer, Reconstruction and Liposuction.
Amanda also offers compression bandaging, compression garment fitting.
Available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays at the Alstonville Clinic
Qualifications:
Diploma of Remedial Massage
Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioner (Casley-Smith method)
Dr Vodder Method Applied MLD (Manual Lymph Drainage)
Cert Oncology Massage Therapy Level 4
Certification in Breast Massage After Implant and Explant Plastic Surgery
Certificate Scar Release Therapy
Cranio-Sacral Therapy
Diploma of Ayurveda
Cert Senior First Aid and CPR
HICAPS – On the spot rebates for those with extras for Remedial Massage & Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy.