WELCOME
Welcome to Working Bodies—where moving well is the foundation for living well.
Through clinical expertise, intuitive care and practical education, I help people reconnect with their bodies, the soft tissue and fascia within, help you move with greater freedom and create lasting wellbeing.
Whether you're seeking relief from pain or looking to build a healthier workplace, my goal is simple: to help you move well, so you can live well.
Thee x
Clinical care - Workplace Wellbeing - Education
About Working Bodies
Working Bodies was founded in 1999 with a clear purpose: to help people move well, feel well, and work well.
Over the years, the practice has evolved from a clinical treatment space into a multidisciplinary provider of education, WHS consulting, and workplace wellbeing programs. Today, Working Bodies assists individuals, teams and organisations across Canberra and beyond.
About your Practitioner and Trainer
With qualifications in Remedial Massage, Craniosacral Therapy, Training and Assessment, Crossfit Level 2 Coaching, Mental Health First Aid, Functional Breathwork and NLP coaching, Theona brings a unique blend of clinical skill, intuitive and empathetic care, educational expertise, and organisational insight.
Work spans
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Clinical and intuitive treatment and rehabilitation
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Injury prevention and ergonomics
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Functional movement patterns using CrossFit fundamental movement
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Australian representative teams and individual care
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Holistic health education programs
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Mental health education
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WHS consulting - ergonomics and holistic health
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Workplace culture and wellbeing initiatives
Theona knows only too well the importance of movement for health, having managed her own movement challenges. She continuously works through the challenges of a rare neuromuscular condition called Myasthenia Gravis (further information can be found at link: https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/myasthenia-gravis)
Theona's passion for mobility and moving well is strongly influenced by the journey of her own soft tissue challenges. Theona understands and advocates strongly the importance of movement through menopause, andropause (male menopause) and the ageing process.
Services
Clinical Treatment & Soft Tissue Therapy
Every person who walks through the. door brings a unique story, history and set of challenges. That's why no two treatment sessions are the same.
My clinical approach draws on more than 25 years of professional learning, clinical practice and continuing education. Rather than following a single modality, each session integrates the knowledge, assessment skills and treatment techniques most appropriate for your individual needs and goals.
I can help with:
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Neck pain
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Headaches
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Workplace tension
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TMJ dysfunction
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Shoulder pain
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Low back pain
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Chronic pain
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Postural problems
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Postural alignment issues
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Fascial Restriction
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Athletic performance restrictions
Your treatment may incorporate elements of:
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Sports and Remedial Massage Therapy
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Myofascial Release
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Trigger Point Therapy
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Craniosacral Therapy (CST)
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Postural and Movement Assessment
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Functional Breathwork.
Workplace Wellbeing
Healthy workplaces don't happen by chance. They are created through informed leadership, supportive environments and practical strategies that help people thrive.
At Working Bodies, workplace wellbeing is about more than reducing injuries or responding to problems. It is about building workplaces where people can move well, work well and remain physically and mentally healthy throughout their careers.
Drawing on extensive experience in clinical practice, workplace health and education, we partner with organisations to deliver practical, evidence-informed solutions that support the wellbeing of both individuals and teams. Whether it's ergonomic assessments, injury prevention, Mental Health Frist Aid, wellbeing workshops or workplace health consulting, our focus is always on creating healthier people and healthier workplaces.
Education
Knowledge is one of the most powerful tools for improving health and wellbeing.
Education empowers people to understand their bodies, connect mind-body, make informed decisions and develop practical skills that support lasting change. Rather than simply treating symptoms, we believe in helping people understand the factors that influence movement, pain, recovery and overall wellbeing.
Working Bodies delivers engaging, evidence-informed education for individuals, workplaces and community groups. Our presentations, workshops and training programs combine current research, providing participants with relevant knowledge they can confidently apply in everyday life and work.
Testimonials
I've been seeing Theona over the years for remedial massage treatment. She has this amazing ability to hone in on exactly what's going on and work out how to treat you. It's like magic!
You'd be doing yourself a favour by booking in and seeing her.
Can not recommend Theona enough.
Jess D.
Thee is a highly skilled therapist who works with a gentle knowingness, putting you at ease straight away. Working intuitively with confidence. Thee tunes into the body and works her magic.
Highly recommended
Louise C.
Theona from Working Bodies is amazing!
Her ability to release and free up any issues I have shows how in tune she is to the body and its functional movement
Alison. F.
Theona works magic with her hands. She is the reason I am still upright and functioning as a hairdresser years after a debilitating autoimmune diagnosis.
Thank you for sharing your gift with the world Theona, you are incredible.
Nicole
An experience on Theona's massage table is like nothing else you will experience. I go into the room thinking I have a particular issue however she has this unique ability to find the true source of the issue and fixes it properly.
Daniel
My first experience at Working Bodies was after a serious knee injury. I had finished seeing the physio but still felt tightness and restriction. Theona's expert clinical massage skills restored full range of motion and eradicated niggling pain for my knee. My left knee felt so good I went back for a crack at the right one.
Julie
Location
CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN WODEN, ACT
I’m based in Woden, ACT, and work with clients across Canberra and surrounding regions.
Ready to begin?
If you’re seeking a grounded, evidence-based, clinical and compassionate approach to your working body, call today