Born in Australia,
Stephens love affair with the East began early. In his teens he began his
training in Tae Kwon Do, at an unheard of Korean Martial art at the time. By
the age of 19 he had earned his first Black Belt and was teaching 6 classes a
week.
His interest in the Eastern way of life strengthened as he learned more from
the Chinese herbalists who treated his training injuries.
Fascinated by the accompanying philosophy, Stephen began searching for ways to
train his inner world. In 1984, some say by accident,(but thats another
story) he was introduced to Buddhist meditation and for a few years friends and
family watched his fascination turn into a bit of an obsession. With regular
retreats to explore his own psyche, he rediscovered the source of happiness in
life and much of his own dissatisfaction.
In 1995,after a cathartic trip to work on a seminar with the singer/ songwriter
John Denver, he decided to undertake serious study and make a career change.
Finally bringing together his love for physical training and the practices of
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, he began to do what he
loved full time.
Stephen has qualifications in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Shiatsu
Therapy and Remedial Massage, as well as Personal Training and Meditation.
About his practice.
The philosophy of the practice is to offer a
place where clients can allow their minds and bodies to come to rest, come
back to centre. It is a peaceful, practical, clean and nurturing
environment, where clients can access the very best of Eastern medicine
and its philosophy.
Stephen sees his role as a complementary one, working with or introducing
you to other quality practitioners from all areas of health care and
fitness. He will use his knowledge and skill to maximize your well being,
supporting you on your journey through this life.
His treatments are predominantly based on Chinese and Japanese modalities
of healthcare, including Classical Acupuncture and both Traditional and
Modern herbal medicine, as well as Remedial and Shiatsu Massage.
If you wish to book, you can find Stephen's contact details on thecontact page of this
website.
