Our Team

Colin Clarey is the founder of Ridiculously Well and has been practising as a chiropractor for more than 33 years. He currently lives in Melbourne but attends this practice for specific Complex Case & Recovery Consultations on a monthly basis.

He graduated from Phillip Institute of Technology (now RMIT Univ.) in Melbourne in 1992 and has spent his career working with spinal pain, musculoskeletal problems and more complex presentations, with particular experience in low-back and neck pain, sciatica and radicular symptoms, persistent and recurring spinal problems, sports-related conditions and cases that haven’t responded as expected to previous treatment.

His particular interest is understanding the interaction between pain, movement, protective muscle tension and the nervous system. Colin looks at how injury, pain and accumulated compensations can alter movement, muscle tone and the way the nervous system responds to an area.

His philosophy is equally simple: when the body complains, it’s worth listening.

Increasingly, Colin’s work at Ridiculously Well is focused on complex and persistent problems, recovery and second-opinion consultations. After decades in clinical practice, he particularly enjoys helping those who feel stuck, those who have seen several practitioners, received conflicting explanations or treatments, or simply aren’t sure what to do next.

Sometimes that means hands-on chiropractic treatment. Sometimes it means helping someone better understand their diagnosis, imaging or previous treatment and identifying a clearer way forward. And sometimes the most useful thing Colin can do is recommend someone else.

That role is made considerably easier by working within Ridiculously Well’s multidisciplinary team.

Colin also brings personal experience of significant injury and recovery to this work. Following a mountain-bike accident in 2012 that fractured three thoracic vertebrae, and later developing significant lumbar spinal stenosis, his understanding of recovery has expanded well beyond simply treating what’s hurting.

A mens’ group facilitator, meditation teacher, and his own experiences with persistent pain have led to a broader interest in the nervous system, self-awareness, recovery, resilience and self-leadership.

This work now extends beyond chiropractic through Colin’s role as a Recovery Mentor, helping people explore not only “How do I get out of pain?” but sometimes the bigger question:

“How do I move forward from here?”

His aim across both roles is ultimately the same, to help people better understand what’s happening, make informed choices and become more capable and less dependent on healthcare, not more.

Colin may be a particularly good fit if you have a complex or persistent spinal problem, sciatica or nerve-related symptoms, haven’t responded as expected to previous care, want an experienced second opinion, or simply need someone to help you make sense of the options and work out a sensible way forward.

To see Colin for a one-to-one consultation at Ridiculously Well please book online HERE via this website or to consult Colin via Zoom / Telehealth for specific Recovery Mentoring please contact him directly via NourishedMindsBodies.com.au No charge 15 minute introductory phone consults are available to see if what Colin has to offer is right for you.

His online audio course From Tension to Truth: Self-led  Recovery & Purpose is also available through the Nourished website.

Nik is an accomplished hands-on styled chiropractor with over 15 years experience. He has run his own successful practice prior to joining the team here at Ridiculously Well. He is a very knowledgeable up to date clinician with excellent manual adjusting skills and is also very experienced at western acupuncture, dry needling, core stabilisation skills and spinal rehabilitation.

He has a very client-centred approach, providing care that is respectful of and responsive to your individual client preferences and needs and ensuring these values guide the collective treatment goals and decisions.

Nik also enjoys trekking (in Tasmania especially), travelling, cooking and keeping fit. He lives on the coast with his partner Heidi.

Dr Debbie Miller has been a chiropractor since 2008, and utilises a variety of techniques such as Diversified, Thompson Drop-Piece, Sacro-Occipital and Cranial Technique, Dry Needling, Activator and soft tissue.  This variety of approaches allows her to work with people who come in all shapes and sizes, ages and health profiles.

She particularly enjoys the fields of:

• Women’s health by focusing on enhancing lower body strength and stability in support of comfortable pregnancies and the challenges of menopause
• Headache management and treatment solutions for tension and migraine headache using cranial release treatments in addition to standard chiropractic approaches
• Posture and deportment treatments and coaching prescriptive to the challenges of combating the “tech” world of smart phones and laptops, an issue for all of us but more particular for teenagers
• The ageing process and the maintenance of a quality of life in movement, physical independence and activities of the day to day or otherwise

Debbie is always guided in the belief that Structure Governs Function.  If our body is structurally sound and strong, it follows then that we have every best chance of leading pain free, healthy, happy lives.

Katrina graduated from the University of Queensland in 1999. She brings a wealth of clinical experience having worked in a variety of settings, including hospitals and private practice, and in a variety of locations, including Sydney and the UK. Katrina also has extensive experience as a Clinical Pilates instructor, has a special interest in using exercise for rehabilitation and enjoys assisting those rehabilitating following orthopaedic and spinal surgery. She values educating patients and empowering them to support their own recovery and ongoing wellbeing. Katrina is a skilled manual therapist and incorporates “hands on” manual therapy into treatment to help achieve best outcomes for her patients. When not at work Katrina can be found exploring the outdoors- either locally or in some far- flung corner of the globe.

Katrina also runs one of our group physiotherapy core classes every Monday from 6.15pm-7.15pm and Wednesday from 12.15pm – 1.15pm. All classes are $25 with private health rebates available. Bookings are required.

Erin is passionate about identifying the true cause of a patients problem and addressing how that effects them in all aspects of their life. She has undergone post-graduate training in visceral osteopathy, dysfunctional breathing and has travelled overseas for training in the Perrin technique. The Perrin technique focuses on treating chronic fatigue/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, fibromyalgia, Long COVID, IBS as well as optimising lymphatic and glymphatic flow to help manage symptoms of dysautonomia. Erin uses a broad spectrum of osteopathic techniques varying from craniosacral to physical manipulation, and believes that having an understanding in all osteopathic techniques allows her to be able to provide the best specialized treatment for each individual. Working with the idea that ‘patient education is key’, Erin uses her knowledge help people take control of their pain and enables them to manage their recovery through exercise prescription and empowering, positive choices.

Erin is a casual lecturer at Southern Cross University, educating osteopathic students in their final year of the masters program.

Adam graduated from Southern Cross University with a Master of Osteopathic Medicine and Bachelor of Clinical Sciences and joined Ridiculously Well in 2023.

His interest in osteopathy began from the other side of the treatment table. Having received osteopathic care for his own scoliosis, Adam became interested not only in the hands-on treatment he received, but in understanding his condition and learning how relatively simple changes to movement, work habits, stretching and strengthening could help him manage his body better. That experience ultimately inspired him to become an osteopath himself.

Adam enjoys working with a broad range of musculoskeletal problems, including low-back and neck pain, disc-related presentations, nerve and radicular symptoms, joint and muscle injuries, hip and knee problems, scoliosis, persistent back pain and tendinopathies.

He has a particular interest in tendon injuries and Radial Shockwave Therapy. This interest grew from his own experience with significant tennis elbow while studying osteopathy. After researching treatment options, Adam underwent a combination of shockwave therapy and progressive exercise rehabilitation, giving him first-hand experience of both the pain and rehabilitation involved in a stubborn tendon problem.

Adam’s osteopathic approach considers the whole person rather than simply the painful area. He is interested in how previous injuries, trauma and different regions of the body may influence someone’s current movement, pain and function.

His hands-on treatment can range from soft-tissue techniques and joint mobilization or manipulation through to gentler myofascial and balanced ligamentous techniques. Adam has undertaken further training in dry needling, kinesiotaping, nerve and pelvic pain, visceral manipulation and neuromeningeal approaches.

Where appropriate, he combines hands-on care with education and individualized exercise rehabilitation, helping people better understand their condition and develop the confidence and capacity to manage it.

Adam also has a particular interest in visceral manipulation and craniosacral approaches, which he may incorporate selectively where he considers them appropriate to the individual.

Outside the clinic, Adam enjoys spending time at the beach with his dogs and attempting to keep his cockatiels under control.

Adam may be a particularly good fit if you’re dealing with a stubborn tendon problem, tennis elbow or another tendinopathy, want to explore shockwave therapy, or prefer an osteopathic approach that combines hands-on treatment with rehabilitation and considers the broader picture rather than just the painful area.

For more information about Adam, you can visit his website at
www.absoluteosteopathy.com.au/adam-bradley or book an appointment now to see him here in Elanora at Ridiculously Well.

Alana holds a Master of Osteopathic Medicine and a Bachelor of Clinical Science. She has a particular interest in helping patients with chronic pain and understanding the ‘why’ behind recurring issues such as headaches, neck pain, low back pain and repeated injuries. She takes a holistic approach to care, by considering lifestyle factors and utilising hands on treatment techniques such as soft tissue massage, mobilisation, manipulation, myofascial cupping and RockTape. She also holds a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science and is qualified in Mat and Reformer Pilates and applies Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation (DNS) principles to support optimal movement and recovery.

Outside the clinic, Alana enjoys travel, hiking and camping, embracing an active and balanced lifestyle.

Dimity is a registered Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine practitioner who provides gentle, highly individualized treatment drawing on both classical Chinese Medicine and contemporary clinical knowledge.

She has undertaken extensive training in Kiiko Style acupuncture, a gentle Japanese approach incorporating pulse and abdominal diagnosis and careful palpation to help guide treatment. She uses very fine needles and may incorporate moxibustion and Chinese herbal medicine where appropriate, with a strong emphasis on the lifestyle principles of Chinese Medicine.

Dimity works with people for many different reasons, including stress, sleep disturbance, fatigue, chronic pain, menstrual and reproductive health, perimenopause and menopause, fertility, pregnancy and postpartum support.

Dr Desha Delumani graduated with Bachelor of Health Science, majoring in Immunology with honours, Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics and PhD in Human Physiology. She combines knowledge of physiology, immunology and nutrition with deep belief that these three disciplines strongly interact with each other. Therefore, when addressing any nutritionally related health concern, Dr Delumani looks at immunological, nutritional and hormonal/ emotionally triggered reasons for our health condition and how to prevent further harm.”

Although born in Croatia, Desha has been fortunate to live in a number of different countries, which has provided her with the unique opportunity of being able to observe and learn from differing cultures, traditions, cuisine and eating habits.

Now an Australian citizen, happily settled on the Gold Coast with her three beautiful, healthy children, Dr Desha loves her new country, its people, and its rich variety of cultures, cuisine and traditions. Click here to read more of what Dr Desha can do for you.

Frankie Latimer is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a Master’s degree and advanced training in therapeutic approaches including EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), CBT and somatic therapies.

Frankie works with people experiencing trauma, anxiety, overwhelm, grief, relationship difficulties and significant life transitions, as well as those who feel stuck in patterns that can be difficult to understand or change. Her approach recognizes that our experiences can be held not only in our thoughts and stories, but also in the ways our nervous system and body respond.

Compassionate, grounded and deeply person-centred, Frankie creates a safe and supportive space to explore what is happening beneath the surface, process difficult experiences and develop greater understanding, resilience and connection with self.

Frankie brings extensive professional experience across mental health, addiction, complex trauma, dementia care and refugee support, together with the perspective of lived experience.

Frankie offers appointments nationwide via Zoom. To read more or to book in please contact Frankie click here.

Jo Jo has been working in the Australian Massage industry for 10years. She believes that massage therapy is not only the remedies for the body, but for the mind. She uses her experience and knowledge to tailor each massage for every individual patient’s needs.

Jo Jo combines all different massage techniques during her sessions, including Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Release, Myofascial Release and PNF stretching and more. Remedial Massage can relieve your muscle tension, increase range of motion and further improve your body’s alignment and restore balance.

Jo Jo is also qualified for Myofascial Cupping, Dry Needling and Manual Lymphatic Drainage.

Lucas has 9 years of experience in massage therapy, having worked across Chinese massage, physiotherapy, and chiropractic clinics. He is currently pursuing a Physiotherapy degree, bringing a deeper clinical understanding to how he assesses and treats each client.

His treatment style blends trigger point work, relaxation, remedial, and deep tissue techniques — but Lucas isn’t about brute force. Rather than relying on sheer pressure, he focuses on precision and technique to reach the depth muscles need, so the release feels firm and effective, not painful. For clients who train regularly, this also means better muscle recovery, reduced tightness after heavy sessions, and support for maintaining range of motion over time.

This approach works particularly well for office professionals dealing with postural tension, drivers and transport workers, healthcare and shift workers, tradespeople, and fitness-active individuals looking to recover and perform at their best.

Lucas is bilingual in English and Mandarin, and brings a calm, attentive approach to every treatment

Erin joined Ridiculously Well because we appreciate that fact that making every business run effectively requires tireless administration and management. And Erin provides exactly that.

She brings years of front-line business experience to our practice. She’s also adept at keeping our own internal communications open and clear. This combination lends itself to making a positive and indelible first impression on patients.

Honorable mentions need to go to her able assistants who also run the front-line. They are Kellie Vest, Jodi Hugill and Ashley McGough and our financial administrator, Dimity Davis.