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Get to know us
Body Align Myotherapy & Massage was founded by Carissa Stewart and has been operating in Clifton Hill since 2007. Carissa has created an environment for you to experience high-quality, effective treatments in a space that allows you to stop, take a breath, and slow down from modern life.
Carissa has gathered a team of like-minded therapists who are passionate, experienced and professional, who take the time to listen and understand your body, health and wellbeing goals, whether that be for myotherapy or massage.
We have an experienced team offering Myotherapy treatments, remedial, relaxation, deep tissue and pregnancy massage, as well as our full spectrum infrared sauna available to book for private sessions.
Our treatment rooms are located inside Clifton Hill Therapies at 107 Queens Parade in Clifton Hill.
OUR TEAM
Carissa Stewart
Owner / Myotherapist / Manager
Carissa Stewart is the founder and manager at Body Align Myotherapy & Massage. Carissa completed her Advanced Diploma in Myotherapy in 2002, certified Rehabilitation Pilates Instructor in 2008, and Level 1 Life Coach in 2019. Carissa’s story…. Carissa, unfortunately, was involved in an accident at the age of 16, which caused her to suffer from chronic low back pain. Carissa was determined (and now believes!) not to live a life in pain, and with Myotherapy treatments, Pilates and taking on all the advice she was given, she achieved this. Carissa’s accident was life-changing… It helped her choose her career, understand chronic pain, and gave Carissa her love and passion to help others! Carissa takes a holistic approach with her treatments, combining Myotherapy, Pilates, coaching, and clinical experience. In the past twenty years, she has treated many acute and chronic conditions, specialising in headaches, migraines, frozen shoulder, and chronic back pain. Carissa loves working with her clients to achieve their best health, mentoring the Body Align team, and managing our beautiful space. *Carissa is currently not taking on new clients. If you have been referred to Carissa, please call us.
Lynette Saunders
Myotherapist
Currently on Maternity leave. Lynette is a registered Myotherapist and has been a loyal part of the BAMM family since 2015. She is a proud member of Myotherapy Association Australia, holding a Bachelor of Health Science in Musculoskeletal Therapy from Endeavour College of Natural Health. With a professional background in Community pharmacy, Lynette developed a keen interest in the intricacies of the human body. Motivated to expand her expertise in musculoskeletal health, she embarked on a journey to acquire advanced knowledge and skills to assist individuals dealing with musculoskeletal issues. Lynette has further enhanced her proficiency through training in Rock tape, Ergonomics, Mobilisation with movement, and Myofascial dry needling. She has also honed her skills in treating elite athletes during her time in the Soft Tissue Department at Carlton Football Club. Specialising in addressing concerns related to the neck, shoulders, and lower back, Lynette utilises her expertise to assist clients in managing both acute and chronic muscle dysfunction. Outside of her professional pursuits, Lynette finds joy in spending her leisure time at the beach, engaging in a game of tennis, or immersing herself in a compelling non-fiction book.
Morgen Clump
Remedial Massage Therapist / Studio Coordinator
Morgen joined the Body Align Myotherapy & Massage team in 2020 and is a member of Massage & Myotherapy Australia. Combining the roles of Studio Coordinator and Remedial Massage Therapist, you will find Morgen in the treatment room, on reception and behind the scenes. Morgen loves being a part of your self care routine and finds a lot of satisfaction in treating your day to day postural tension. She knows the immense mind and body benefits that a good relaxation massage can bring and loves helping you zone out and enjoy some peace in your day. With additional training in cupping and dry needling, Morgen has a wide range of tools to help you get the most out of your treatments. Needing to manage inflammation, muscular tension and every day stress in her own life, Morgen discovered the magic of infrared sauna use a few years ago and has been enjoying the benefits since. She loves to see our clients experience the same positive mind and body benefits just by adding sauna into their regular self care routine. Outside of work, she is a Pilates devotee, huge fan of Below Deck and proud Melbourne Victory member.
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Rebecca Lee
Myotherapist
Rebecca is an experienced Myotherapist who became an integral part of our team in 2017. She successfully completed her Diploma of Remedial Massage and Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy at RMIT University, earning recognition as a registered member of Myotherapy Association Australia. Passionate about aiding others in achieving their wellness goals, Rebecca excels in addressing pain, soft tissue dysfunction, enhancing range of motion, optimising sporting performance, and facilitating injury rehabilitation and prevention. Recognising the unique needs of each client, Rebecca tailors her Myotherapy treatments to ensure positive outcomes, utilising a combination of manual techniques, dry needling, and personalised exercise prescriptions to restore soft tissue integrity. Throughout her academic journey, Rebecca had the privilege of applying her skills to treat basketball athletes at the Australian College of Sport and performers at the National Institute of Circus Arts, focusing on injury prevention and recovery. Rebecca enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle and finds strength and vitality through regular engagement in strength training and Pilates.
Kaylee Burnett
Remedial Massage Therapist
Originating from Calgary, Canada, Kaylee is an experienced Remedial Massage Therapist who obtained her Registered Massage Therapy Diploma in 2017. She initially worked in spas before transitioning to multidisciplinary clinics to broaden her experience. Kaylee specialises in addressing muscular imbalances, upper and lower cross syndrome, and injuries related to physical activity. Her diverse skill set includes offering remedial, relaxation, cupping, and pregnancy massages. After relocating to Australia, Kaylee acquired her Australian Registered Massage Therapist credentials and is a valuable member of the Body Align Myotherapy & Massage Team. Beyond the treatment room, Kaylee is a dedicated gym enthusiast with a passion for bodybuilding and physical activity. Having grown up as a competitive dancer, she has always been intrigued by the human body and its capabilities. Kaylee enjoys the outdoors, adores dogs, and values spending quality time with her family and friends.
Nicole Feiber
Myotherapist
Nicole is an experienced Myotherapist who holds a Bachelor of Health Science degree in Clinical Myotherapy, and is a member of Myotherapy Association Australia. Having grown up studying dance and playing field hockey, Nicole has always been an avid mover and hence has always had a passion for understanding the body. Prior to pursuing Myotherapy as a career, Nicole studied a Bachelor of Arts in Acting and completed several yoga teacher trainings, both in Australia and India. Nicole has spent the last several years teaching yoga and meditation at several locations around Melbourne. Persistent widespread chronic pain drove Nicole to find solutions to her problems and it was Myotherapy that finally provided her with some relief, starting her recovery journey. Having now fully recovered from years of pain, Nicole is driven by a deep sense of passion and purpose to guide and support others through their pain challenges and towards their goals. Nicole believes that really listening to where a person has come from and where they want to go can provide a great platform for recovery. She uses a number of techniques to assist clients; dry needling, massage, MET, cupping, movement and exercise, and goal setting amongst others. Nicole is passionate about weight training, meditation and deepening her understanding of the mind-body connection.
OUR FRIENDS
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Body Osteopathy
Dr Sarah Brooksbank
Dr Alice Morgan
Acupuncturist
Here at Body Osteopathy Clifton Hill, your wellness and recovery is our priority. Our holistic, hands-on approach helps patients at any stage of life restore mobility, get back to their activities of daily living, achieve long-term pain relief and improve physical health and performance. We offer Osteopathy, Dry Needling and Cupping as well as lifestyle, ergonomic and exercise advice.
Dr Alice Morgan is a registered acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner who strives to provide genuine, down-to-earth, simplified yet detailed healthcare for her clients. She loves to integrate Chinese Medicine philosophy into her treatments, teaching people how to incorporate these ideas into their lifestyles without overcomplicating things. With a keen interest in cosmetic facial acupuncture, menstrual cycle and period health, natural dermatology, chronic health conditions, and general wellbeing and balance, Dr Alice designs individualised treatment plans using the teachings from ancient Chinese healing wisdom combined with traditional Chinese Medicine approaches. Dr Alice is available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11am to 8pm.