Other Therapies
At Thirroul Chiropractic & Health, we believe true well-being comes from addressing the whole person: body and mind.
That’s why we’ve brought together a trusted team of allied health practitioners under one roof.
In addition to our Chiropractor and Remedial Massage Therapists, we also have a team of other health practitioners including Podiatrist, Nutritionist, Acupuncturist, Therapeutic Yoga and Psychologists.
Whether you're recovering from injury, managing a chronic condition, or simply striving for better balance and performance, we’re here to help you move, feel, and live better.
Andrew Saunderson- Podiatrist
Andrew is the founder of Ankle and Sole Podiatry and brings a clear mission to our clinic: to provide exceptional care for the foot, ankle and lower limb, helping everyday, active and athletic individuals move beyond pain and injury to achieve their full potential.
With a strong presence in the Wollongong community, Andrew is passionate about helping people overcome limitations caused by pain, injury, or poor function. He doesn’t just treat the symptoms – he focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of the problem, offering evidence-based, goal-oriented treatment plans that work.
Whether you're recovering from injury, preparing for a race, managing a chronic issue or simply looking to move better, Andrew takes the time to listen, understand, and tailor his care to your needs – and follows through to keep you accountable on your journey.
Andrew offers a wide range of podiatry services, including:
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Musculoskeletal care & biomechanical assessments
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Strength & conditioning for feet and ankles
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Kids and teen foot health
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Footwear analysis and prescription
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Orthotic therapy
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Running clinic & performance support
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General foot care (skin, nails, diabetes & vascular assessments)
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Treatment of ingrown toenails, warts and fungal infections
With a reputation for personalised care, hands-on techniques, and modern, research-backed treatment options, Andrew is a trusted resource for those wanting strong feet, bulletproof ankles, and better movement for life.
To make an appointment or learn more:
📞 02 4217 8899
🌐 ankleandsole.com.au/contact-us
Zanè Murphy- Nutrition, Emotional Wellbeing & Metabolic Health
Meet Zanè Murphy, our passionate and highly qualified Clinical Nutritionist, Emotional Release Technique Practitioner, and Metabolic Balance Coach.
With a deep belief in food as medicine and a holistic approach to health, Zanè helps clients — particularly women over 35 — restore balance in body and mind through personalised nutrition, hormone support, and emotional healing.
Zanè specialises in supporting women through perimenopause and beyond, helping them overcome fatigue, mood swings, weight challenges, and hormonal imbalances. Her unique approach blends clinical nutrition with Emotional Release Technique — a gentle, non-invasive process that helps uncover and release stored emotional patterns that may be impacting physical health.
She is also a certified Metabolic Balance practitioner, offering individualised 12-week programs based on each client’s blood markers, symptoms, body composition and lifestyle needs.
Zanè works with both women and men, understanding that long-term health requires more than diet plans or quick fixes. She helps clients break free from outdated beliefs such as “eat less, exercise more,” and instead creates sustainable, nourishing strategies that honour each person’s unique needs.
Her practice supports a wide range of health concerns including:
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Perimenopause and hormone imbalance
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Weight and metabolism issues
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Fatigue and mood challenges
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Emotional blocks, stress, past trauma and self-sabotaging patterns
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Digestive and gut health concerns
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Long-term stress, burnout, and self-sabotaging cycles
Zanè sees clients in person at the Thirroul clinic and also via telehealth, working with people across Australia. She brings warmth, compassion, and clarity to every consultation, helping her clients feel truly seen, supported, and empowered in their health journey.
Zanè looks forward to supporting you with the care, insight, and personalised attention you deserve.
To make a booking or ask a question, contact Zanè at:
📧 hello@zanemurphy.com.au
📞 0420 632 770
Clinical Nutritionist
Zané Murphy
Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition
Registered with the Nutrition Society of Australia (ANutr)
Certified in Emotional Release Technique (ERT), Life Coach, & NLP Practitioner
Certified Metabolic Balance® Coach/Practitioner
Chris Fysh- Acupuncurist
With over 30 years of experience serving the Illawarra and Sydney communities, Chris Fysh brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and clinical expertise to her acupuncture practice.
She is highly trained in both Traditional Chinese Medicine and the refined, gentle techniques of Japanese Acupuncture—known for its shallow, virtually painless needlework that many patients find exceptionally comfortable.
Chris offers a holistic approach to care, addressing each person as a whole—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Her treatments are tailored using traditional diagnostic methods such as tongue and pulse analysis, and often incorporate: Craniosacral Therapy, cupping, or moxibustion to enhance healing outcomes. This unique combination is particularly effective in managing musculoskeletal issues, headaches, stress, digestive disorders, pregnancy-related care, and mental and emotional wellbeing.
Her extensive career has included work in Women's Health Centres, Aboriginal men's drug and alcohol halfway houses, detox and rehab hospitals, and private practices—giving her a deep understanding of complex health needs across different communities.
Chris is a registered practitioner with AHPRA and a member of AACMA (Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association). She also holds postgraduate qualifications in Japanese Acupuncture.
Health fund rebates are available.
Chris welcomes the opportunity to support you on your health journey with genuine care, clinical skill, and deep respect.
To book an appointment:
📧 chrissiefysh@bigpond.com
📞 0407 469 405
Acupuncturist
Chris Fysh
Postgraduate in Japanese Acupuncture
Member of AACMA
Kate Mitchell- Therapeutic Yoga
Therapeutic yoga is a personalised and supportive approach to yoga, designed to meet you exactly where you are—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Whether you're recovering from surgery, living with chronic pain, managing stress or anxiety, or simply wanting to feel more comfortable and confident in your body, Kate offers a tailored 1:1 practice to support your unique needs.
With over ten years of experience, Kate blends gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and guided relaxation (including yoga nidra) to help promote healing, improve mobility and flexibility, reduce stress, and build a healthy, sustainable routine.
Each session is carefully crafted to support your goals—whether that’s managing back, hip or knee issues, finding motivation, or enhancing overall well-being. Kate’s compassionate and down-to-earth style creates a safe and encouraging space to explore your practice and reconnect with yourself.
Yoga isn’t a quick fix, but with consistency and the right support, it can be deeply transformative.
If you’re looking for a calm, individualised way to improve your physical and mental health, Kate would love to help.
To learn more or book a session:
🌐 katemitchellyoga.com.au
📞 0426 962 067
Kate Mitchell
Therapeutic Yoga Teacher
Level 1 Certified Sukha Mukha Yoga Teacher
Graduate Certificate in Yoga Therapy
Yoga & The Lymphatic System & Lymphoedema Therapy
Escarpment Clinical Psychology
Escarpment Psychology is a team of warm and experienced Clinical Psychologists who work with adults (18+) across a wide spectrum of mental health concerns and general life challenges.
With a strong foundation in psychological research from the University of New South Wales, their team applies evidence-based treatment techniques in a way that is individually tailored to each person’s needs.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, or major life transitions, Escarpment Psychology offers compassionate and effective support.
Medicare rebates are available for eligible patients with a GP referral under a Mental Health Treatment Plan, covering more than half of the consultation fee.
For more information or to book an appointment:
🌐 www.escarpmentpsych.com.au
📞 (02) 7257 2542
📧 contact@escarpmentpsych.com.au
Clinical Psychologist
Marcus Wicken
BA LLB GradDipPsych B.Psych.Sci(Hons1) M.Psych(Clinical) MAPS
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Clinical Psychologist
Dr Joel Hoffman
BA GradDipPsych B.Psych(Hons1) M.Psych(Clinical) PhD MACPA