Practitioners/Staff

Kaitlyn is an RMIT graduate with a double degree in Clinical Science and Osteopathy.
Kaitlyn brings to the clinic a first-hand understanding of how to enhance fitness and strength to improve quality of life via her work as a sports trainer at the local soccer club.

Kaitlyn is a dedicated Osteopath whose personal values align with the core principles of osteopathy.

Kaitlyn is naturally inquisitive and solutions focused with her treatments.
She takes a holistic approach to health and goes out of her way to listen attentively to her client’s health concerns.

Kaitlyn is committed to finding the underlying cause of her client’s pain or discomfort and helping them return to a healthy and active lifestyle.
Kaitlyn’s special interests include:
-Neck and Spinal conditions
-Sport injury and recovery
-Workplace injury and recovery
-Road accident injury and recovery

Through her treatment sessions, Kaitlyn is all about improving your comfort via a realistic pathway to recovery.

Kaitlyn loves to educate her patients about the unique principles and philosophy of the osteopathic profession and the importance of our body’s own self-healing mechanisms, helping people understand how and why we practice these approaches to gain optimal health.

Kaitlyn combines a range of hands-on treatment techniques and exercise rehabilitation with lifestyle advice, pain education, support and active management strategies to help patients achieve their health goals.

Kaitlyn is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is a member of Osteopathy Australia.

Melissa graduated from Victoria University at the end of 2003 with a Bachelor of Science (Clinical Science) and a Masters in Health Science (Osteopathy). Melissa has been consulting in Craigieburn since 2004 and was the first Osteopath to set up business in Craigieburn.

Her treatment techniques are quite structural, comprising of some joint manipulation, massage and other related soft tissue techniques, with a large emphasis on postural and ergonomic advice and stretching (where applicable). Throughout treatment, Melissa aims to educate our clients on factors such as sleeping positions, workstation ergonomics, or correct lifting techniques to empower them to alter daily activities that may be contributing to their pain. Melissa treats a large number of pregnant women, throughout all stages of their pregnancy (using gentle techniques) and treats a lot of new mums with many musculoskeletal aches and pains. Having 2 children herself, she understands the importance of correct positioning when feeding, bathing and settling babies that are sometimes overlooked in post natal care.

Melissa treats all musculoskeletal aches and pains ranging from neck, back pain and headaches, to jaw pain and sinusitis, plantar fasciitis, and RSI of the wrist. She has completed postgraduate training in clinical pilates which she incorporates into her strengthening or rehabilitative programs or can develop reformer and mat based programs for those looking to strengthen or rehabilitate chronic injuries.

Robert is an experienced osteopath who has worked in a range of private practices and with sporting athletes. He graduated from RMIT University with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy) and completed postgraduate training in clinical pilates and lower and upper limb biomechanics.

Robert believes strongly in not only treating your pain, but also identifying the underlying cause and reduce the risk of the injury recurring. He also feels it is very important to establish an on-going exercise regime to improve your health for the future.

Robert is passionate about restoring pain free movement in patients using techniques such as joint mobilisation and manipulation, taping, soft tissue mobilisation, dry needling, and specific exercise prescription.

Assessment of upper and lower limb biomechanics and implementation of targeted retraining programs has been his particular area of interest. Optimising the efficiency of running technique can improve symptoms, while reducing rehabilitation time frames and the risk of future injury.

Through working with various athletes and wide cross section of the community, Robert has gained experience treating a wide range of complicated biomechanical shoulder and leg injuries including shoulder/neck pain, patellofemoral pain, foot and hip pain.

Robert has an ongoing interest with the Australian bush, its flora, fauna and Aboriginal history. Originally from NSW, he now lives in Melbourne with his partner and two young daughters, Sunny and Estelle.

Anjela graduated from Victoria University at the end of 2004 with a Bachelor of Science (Clinical Sciences) and Masters in Health Science(Osteopathy).

Anjela has a keen interest in acute and chronic sporting injuries and rehabilitation. She was head of the medical team with The Melbourne Knights Soccer Team in the premier league from 2004-2006.

Anjela has also worked at the Austin Hospital (2001-2003), doing rehab with the Victorian Spinal Cord Service, orthopaedic and neuromuscular wards and later with St Vincent’s Hospital (2003 & 2004) in the Community Rehabilitation Centre.

Sevda completed her Bachelor of Applied Science (Complimentary Medicine) and Masters of Osteopathy at RMIT University.

She has a keen interest in treating a range of conditions, and has had further osteopathic training in:

-       Dry needling therapy (level 1 and level 2).

-       Sports taping (Rock taping and Grip-it taping).

-       Obstetric and gynaecology techniques.

-       Paediatric treatment and assessment.

-       Visceral manipulation.

-       SFMA (functional movement assessment).

-       Exercise prescription.

-       Gait analysis.

Sevda is registered with the Australian Health and Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Sebastian graduated from RMIT in 2015 with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Complementary Medicine), a Bachelor of Applied Science (osteopathy) and a Bachelor of Health Science.

Sebastian has a keen interest in health and movement quality, particularly in strength and conditioning and injury rehabilitation.

He has over ten years of experience personal training and in sporting clubs, particularly as the head trainer of the Northern Raiders Gridiron Club.

Sebastian uses a variety of techniques and emphasizes personalized care and empowerment to achieve optimum health goals.

Sebastian is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and is a member of Osteopathy Australia.

Holly graduated from Victoria University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Clinical Science (Osteopathy) and a Masters in Osteopathy, and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the clinic. Holly is also a qualified Personal Trainer and Remedial Massage Therapist, working in elite sporting clubs and in private practice for the last 5 years.

Holly loves to be active and has played many sports in the past including netball, horse riding and soccer. She has a keen interest in sporting injuries, including their prevention and management, and enjoys treating a variety of conditions such as back pain, neck pain and headaches. Her treatments consist of soft tissue modalities such as massage and stretching, joint manipulation and articulation. Holly can also offer postural advice and exercises to assist you in understanding and managing your pain.

Holly is registered with the Australian Health and Practitioner Regulation Agency and is a member of Osteopathy Australia.

Claire graduated from RMIT University with a Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy). Over the course of her studies, Claire has developed a passion for treating people with a universal approach to general health and wellbeing. During her studies, Claire spent 4 weeks in India, treating patients before and after surgery, particularly knee and shoulder reconstructions in Orthopaedic hospitals in Mumbai and Goa.

Claire enjoys treating a range of conditions such as acute strains, neck and back pain and repetitive injuries. Claire has a particular interest in TMJ complaints and headaches and hopes to further her studies in women’s health, pregnancy and paediatrics. Claire enjoys using an indirect style of treating alongside a structural approach whilst occasionally using dry needling and taping in her tailored treatments. Claire is registered with the Australian Health and Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is a member of Osteopathy Australia.

Lolan has graduated from RMIT with a Bachelors of Health Science and Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy).

During her studies, she was selected as part of RMITs Sports and Medical Academy where she treated athletes with acute injuries and taught rehabilitation.
She has a strong interest in women’s health, pregnancy, prenatal and postnatal care.

She is also a reviewer for Osteopathy Australia Pregnancy and Exercise Contraindicators Module.

Lolan has further training in dry needling and Myofascial Cupping and uses a variety of techniques during her consultations.

Lolan is registered with the Australian Health and Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is a member of Osteopathy Australia.

Ben graduated from RMIT University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Health Sciences/Bachelor of Applied Sciences (Osteopathy).

Ben has a strong passion for alleviating musculoskeletal pain and promoting an active role in effective, long-term recovery. Ben has a particular interest in the treatment and management of headaches as well as lower back and neck complaints. He enjoys a holistic, hands-on approach to treatment and uses a wide range of techniques that are tailored towards the individual. He also believes that lifestyle and ergonomic advice, pain education and exercise
prescription are key for empowering patients to achieve good long-term health outcomes.

Ben has experience in the local community working as the Head Trainer in the Craigieburn Superules Football club and Craigieburn Soccer Club. Ben is also fluent in Italian and has had experience providing Osteopathic Care for residents in the Assisi Aged Care Centre.

Ben is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and is a member of Osteopathy Australia.

Daniel is a dedicated osteopath whose personal values line up with the core principles of osteopathy. Daniel is a naturally inquisitive and solutions focused practitioner. He takes a holistic view of health and goes out of his way to listen attentively to his client’s health concerns. Daniel is committed to finding the underlying cause of his client’s pain or discomfort and helping them return to a healthy and active lifestyle.

Daniel believes that movement is medicine. He utilizes holistic approaches to his treatments, focusing on alleviating pain and optimizing function through manual techniques and functional rehabilitation. Daniel has a keen interest in neck pain, shoulder pain and lower limb injuries.

Daniel also currently works in the Aged Care sector providing Osteopathic care to the elderly population. Daniel is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and is a member of Osteopathy Australia.

Daniel holds a Bachelor of Health Sciences and a Bachelor of Applied Sciences (Osteopathy) from RMIT University.

Joel is currently completing his final year osteopathy at RMIT, aiming to complete his studies by the end of 2022. Joel has experience working as a physiotherapy assistant where he assisted patients in completing prescribed exercise programs and hydrotherapy programs to increase their independence and overall health. Promoting a healthy and active lifestyle is important to Joel, as he has 4+ years of experience as a swimming teacher and has been a swimmer his whole life. Joel sees the importance in hands-on treatment in the clinic, as well as promoting recovery outside the clinic with lifestyle advice, exercise, and management strategies. Joel is also a keen listener and understands the importance of a holistic approach to injuries and recovery.

Kiara is an RMIT graduate with a double degree in Health Science/Applied Science (Osteopathy). Kiara brings a firsthand perspective to the clinic, drawing on her experience as a sports trainer at the local AFL club to enhance fitness and strength, ultimately aiming to elevate capacity and strength.

She also has SMA level 1 sports trainer certification. Kiara is dedicated to identifying the root cause of her clients' pain or discomfort, aiming to assist them in restoring a healthy and active lifestyle.

Kiara’s special interests include:

• Sport injuries
• Exercise prescription
• Headaches
• Workplace injury and recovery
• Road accident injury and recovery

Kiara integrates various hands-on treatment methods and exercise rehabilitation, complemented by lifestyle guidance, pain education, support, and active management strategies. Her goal is to assist patients in reaching their health objectives.

She also uses tools such as dry needling, cupping, and taping go help improve injuries. Kiara is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is a member of Osteopathy Australia.

Rick Alesci is an osteopath with a strong focus on sports rehab, particularly in the gym environment. I enjoy working with active people, helping them recover properly and get back to training without setbacks. Health and fitness have always been a big part of my life, so I take a practical, hands-on approach to rehab.

My treatments are tailored to each individual, ensuring they’re not just recovering but also improving. Whether it’s relieving pain, preventing injuries, or optimizing movement, my goal is to help people perform at their best. While I have a strong interest in sports osteopathy,

I treat everyone—from athletes to office workers and beyond. I utilise a range of techniques, including soft tissue massage, dry needling, cupping, and manipulation, to provide well-rounded and effective treatment. No matter your background or lifestyle, my approach is all about helping you move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free.

I was drawn to osteopathy through my passion for anatomy, biomechanics, and problem-solving—combined with a genuine drive to help people move and feel better. Now, I get to do that every day, working closely with patients to keep them strong, mobile, and injury-free  

Chelsea Houston graduated from RMIT University with a Bachelor of Health Science and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy).

Chelsea was inspired to become an osteopath after playing netball and learning how to manage sporting injuries. She has a strong desire to help others achieve optimal health and well-being.

Chelsea has worked as a sports trainer for a local football team, and was involved in sport massage, applying therapeutic taping, and providing acute injury care to athletes. She works with both sports-related injuries and general musculoskeletal conditions.

She has also completed and has extensive experience in Myofascial Cupping and Dry Needling; further enhancing her skill set and bridging therapeutic techniques into her holistic patient care approach.

At OsteoCare Craigeburn, we welcome myotherapist Ashlee Webster. She has worked with elite sporting clubs including an 11-year tenure with the Essendon Football Club, the Melbourne Vixens Netball Team, Richmond Football Club, Melbourne Football Club and Sydney Roosters.

Ashlee uses various techniques such as cupping, dry needling, myofascial tension techniques, various forms of stretching, Swedish massage and home care advice to decrease tension, tightness and correct your postural realignment.

Ashlee teaches within the Diploma of Remedial Massage and Myotherapy programs at RMIT and her special interests include managing headaches, Chronic pain, Fibromyalgia and Shoulder impingement.

Ashlee completed an Advanced Diploma of Remedial Massage (Myotherapy) in 2010 and was awarded the Clinical Excellence Award. She has completed a Certificate in Pilates mat work and fitness. Ashlee is registered with Massage and Myotherapy Australia.

Treatments may be partially covered for clients with extras covered under private health insurance. Please speak to your provider for eligibility and cover amounts. Ashlee is registered with Massage and Myotherapy Australia. Treatments may be partially covered for clients with extras covered under private health insurance. Please speak to your provider for eligibility and cover amounts.

Ashlee completed an Advanced Diploma of Remedial Massage (Myotherapy) in 2010 and was awarded the clinical excellence award. She then went on to further her exercise prescription knowledge and completed a Certificate in Pilates mat work and Certificate in fitness.

Throughout her career, she has also been involved with under 17 and under 19 Victorian State Netball Teams. Ashlee currently teaches within the Diploma of Remedial Massage and Myotherapy programs at RMIT.