Angela, Naturopath
I commenced going to Angie in December 2009 at which time I was suffering from pre-menopausal symptoms (e.g. hot flushes). I was seeking natural remedies as an alternative to more regular medical advice such as doctor’s recommending HRT as the initial remedy. I found that my symptoms subsided with Angie’s consultation and natural remedies which has postponed use of more invasive medical remedies like HRT at this stage.
My professional relationship with Angie has developed into her helping our family with life changing diet tips, and two family members being consulted and successfully remedied specific health issues.
I recommend Angie in particular as she is a professional and has a manner and personality that is approachable. She will listen, is thorough and her natural approach using herbal and natural remedies has improved our family’s health and well being. She is also mindful of the expense of a family situation.
We have seen the positive benefits in medium to long term results and not just for short term relief. I thank Angie for making huge and tangible benefits to our family’s ongoing health and reduction and eradication of symptoms to give us all greater quality of life. Yours with thanks,

- Norma

Felicity, Remedial Massage Therapist.
The service I received from Felicity was exceptional. Her remedial massage was fantastic. I have been bragging to all my friends and work colleagues how much I enjoyed the massage as well as the service I received. The electrical blanket on the bed was a great touch to the cold winters day we were having on the friday afternoon that I was there. Felicity paid very close attention to all my problem areas and I left the centre feeling refreshed and very relaxed. She was also able to get rid of my headache which is next to impossible and have never had any other masseuse be able to do that.I will most definitely be coming back to see her, and I can't wait. I look forward to visiting the centre on a regular basis and it's so close to home which is an even added bonus. Definitely keep up the great work. It's very rare to find such a great centre and I have recommended your services to everyone I know.

- Lili


Rebates

SOMA knows how important health rebates are to its patients and have for this reason made claiming for private health rebates easy with the HiCaps facility. This allows you to receive your rebate for your treatment right there and then*. Our practitioners are registered with all major health funds; however it is recommended that you contact your fund to determine if you are eligible for private health insurance rebates and to discuss what the schedule rebate may be.

If you would like to know more about how your fund currently compares to other private funds, visit www.iselect.com.au or www.health-link.com.au to ensure you are getting the most out of your private health insurer.

*Some funds may not be linked to the HiCaps facility for some services and still require you to send through your receipt of payment.

Medicare Benefits for allied health services. Medicare benefits are now available for Osteopathic and Podiatry services under an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plan. These services are available only to people with chronic and complex care needs who are being managed by a general practitioner (GP). To find out more about the Medicare plan, visit

http://www.health.gov.au/mbsprimarycareitems.

Psychology services are now recognized for Medicare benefits. Medicare items can only be provided to people with 'an assessed mental disorder' that is being managed by a General Practitioner (GP) under a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan or a psychiatrist assessment and management plan, or on direct referral from a psychiatrist or a pediatrician (for treatment of a child).

All psychology Medicare services are limited to a maximum of 12 individual sessions per client per calendar year, with a review by the referring doctor required after the initial six sessions. In addition, clients are also eligible for 12 group session services, where appropriate, in a calendar year. To find out more visit;

http://www.psychology.org.au/medicare/psych_medicare_items/