We are very lucky to have a fantastic team of programme facilitators who have not only given their input into the programme and the content but are going to be delivering and facilitating the sessions in the educational stream.

The facilitators for the course commencing on the 24th August are:

David Casteleijn, Naturopath & Herbalist

David has been in private practice as a Naturopath and Herbalist in Brisbane since 1992. Over this time he has developed quite a passion for Herbs and their wonderful healing and regenerative qualities. This passion has led him to teach herbal medicine at the Australian College of Natural Medicine (now called the Endeavour College of Natural Health). In 2006 he completed further studies – Masters in Health Science (Herbal Medicine) through the University of New England.

Herbal Medicine is ideal for treating many common health problems. These include chronic disorders such as arthritis, asthma, skin disorders and digestive problems which usually respond well. One of the greatest strengths of herbal medicine is the way it can improve the functioning of the immune system, extremely important given the demands of our modern lives.

Masters of Health Science (Herbal Medicine), BaSc Naturopathy, Dip Herbal Medicine, Dip Nutrition, Dip Homoepathy, Cert Iridology, Cert Bach Flowers, Cert Aromatherapy, Registered Nurse

Mark Korduba - Psychologist

Mark is a Psychologist in Australia and a Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS).   He has worked as a Psychologist in government organisations, in small and large private consultancy firms and in private practice.  He has also worked as a Psychologist in both Brisbane and in the United Kingdom (London).  Presently Mark is working in private practice in Brisbane, with special interest in Men’s (Anger Management) and Adolescent Mental Health (Teenage Depression).

BA(Hons) M(Org Psych) MAPS

Rebecca Shadbolt, Educator & Personal Trainer

Rebecca's personal and professional connection with the fitness industry has spanned 20 years.  She currently works as a Personal Trainer with Fitness4U supporting clients to reach their personal fitness goals.  She is a keen runner and has completed several triathlons and half marathons. 

BA, Bed, Cert III & Cert IV

Jeff Shearer, Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Jeff has been in private health practice for 15 years. He currently owns and operates a Chinese Medicine Clinic called Evolve Natural Medicine in New Farm.

Jeff uses the holistic approach of acupuncture, massage, Chinese herbs, exercise, diet and lifestyle advice. Combining these approaches in one treatment tends to create better health results - both for the short and long term. If the client is not fond of needles or partial to massage then these modalities are omitted. Jeff always works with what the client feels comfortable with.

Jeff regularly assists clients with: depression, anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia and stress. Other common problems include: injuries and pain, digestive issues, weight management, PMS, menopause and fertility.

Cert IV Massage Therapy, Adv. Dip HSc (Acu) BSHc (Acu)

Virginia Woods, Art Therapist

A registered psychologist with the Queensland Board of Psychologists, Virginia Woods has a wide range of experience in counselling over more than 20 years.

In addition to traditional counselling skills such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Virginia has developed expertise in body image through ongoing training in dance/movement therapy and mindfulness strategies. She has had an ongoing practice of meditation and spiritual philosophy which contributes to her counselling style and methods. She has also completed a Masters by Supervision in expressive arts therapy which has extended her skills in psychotherapy. Counselling experience and skills are complimented by knowledge of Australian Bush Flower Essences.

Virginia approaches counselling from an individual perspective, drawing on her diverse background and skills providing personally relevant and meaningful outcomes for each person.

Bachelor of Arts, Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology, Masters by Supervision from the Melbourne Institute of Expressive and Creative Arts Therapies, Graduate Diploma in Movement and Dance, a Graduate Diploma in Dance Therapy and a Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Counselling