Meet Our Team

Kirsten Edmondson - Holistic Therapist

Kirsten is a dedicated Light Worker, Clairvoyant, Master Reiki Practitioner and Intuitive Healer. A 3/5 Manifesting Generator in Human Design, she is guided by her powerful Sacral Authority and Spirit-led intuition to support others on their healing journey.

As a wife and devoted mother of six — including children with ASD — Kirsten has spent the past 18 years prioritising her family while gaining deep, firsthand understanding of the energetic needs of babies, children, and teens. Now, as her own path evolves, she is following her soul’s calling to hold sacred space for others to receive healing, clarity, and peace for their highest good.

Kirsten grew up immersed in holistic and complementary therapies, observing and learning through experience. After years of personal development, private study, and a deep fascination with metaphysical teachings, she continues to expand her healing offerings as a Master Reiki Practitioner, alongside Shamanic and Angelic Sound Therapy training, Lomi Lomi Massage Certification, Access Bars training, Quantum Life Coaching, NLP, and her current studies in the Diploma of Remedial Massage.

“My goal is for every client to fall into complete, immersive relaxation — allowing Reiki to penetrate the deepest layers of the body, clearing what no longer serves, and creating space for true healing. Clients leave The Cottage feeling lighter, clearer, and more deeply connected to themselves.” 

Annabelle Bianchi - Beauty Therapist

Annabelle is a passionate and talented newly qualified beauty therapist, bringing a refreshing energy and heartfelt care to The Wellbeing Cottage. From a young age, she discovered a love for beauty and self-care, inspired by the joy of helping others feel confident, radiant, and truly seen. Her natural talent was evident early on, and she quickly stood out as one of the most promising students in her class, earning her qualification with dedication and grace.

Annabelle has completed a Diploma in Beauty Therapy in 2025, after completing her Certificate III in Beauty Therapy in 2024. She’s excited to soon introduce a wider range of beauty treatments and pamper sessions to The Wellbeing Cottage, from indulgent skin treatments to holistic rituals that support wellbeing inside and out. Her commitment to learning and evolving in her craft reflects her passion for delivering the very best care to each and every client.

Whether it's a soothing hydration mask, a detailed brow shape, a deluxe manicure, or a relaxing massage, Annabelle approaches each treatment with attentiveness and a genuine desire to uplift. Her gentle nature and care make her a fast favourite among our clients.

Outside of work, Annabelle finds joy in life’s simple pleasures. She treasures quiet evenings with her close-knit family and friends, cozy movie nights, and cuddling up at home with her beloved cats. A self-confessed sweet tooth, she unwinds by baking, especially experimenting with late-night mug cake creations that are as comforting as they are delicious.

Annabelle’s love for beauty, paired with her warm and nurturing spirit, makes her a cherished part of The Wellbeing Cottage team. We’re proud to support her journey as she continues to grow and inspire others in the world of wellness.

Chelle Christensen - Clinical Nutritionist

Chelle’s passion for holistic health began with her own healing journey—after navigating PCOS, anxiety, depression, and high blood pressure, she experienced firsthand the power of functional nutrition medicine and lifestyle changes in restoring wellness.

This is what ignited her to becoming a qualified clinical nutritionist with a recognised Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Nutrition) degree. Chelle is also a proud member of the Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA), and she is TGA-approved to prescribe therapeutic nutraceuticals as part of a personalised, evidence-based approach to care.

At her core, she is driven by a deep desire to support, nurture, and empower people to take charge of their health and feel confident in their bodies. She offers a truly holistic approach that blends nutritional therapy, lifestyle coaching, pathology interpretation, functional testing, and practitioner-only nutraceuticals where appropriate.

While Chelle has a strong focus on women’s health, her work is guided by the belief that everyone deserves to be heard, understood, and supported. Health isn't one-size-fits-all, she takes the time to listen and tailor every treatment plan to everyone’s needs—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Outside of clinic life, Chelle is a very proud wife, cat mama & an aunty of six (6) who lives by the same wellness practices she shares with her clients—nourishing food, movement, balance, and rest.

So, whether you’re managing chronic conditions or seeking to optimise your health & wellbeing, Chelle is here to guide you every step of the way.

Jodie Daniels - Clinical Hypnotherapist, Reiki & Ashati Practitioner and Akashic Records Healer

Jodie’s lifelong curiosity about the soul’s journey- and especially the place we call the life between lives - has shaped her path as a trauma-informed hypnotherapist and energy medicine practitioner. With one foot in the seen and one in the unseen, she bridges the worlds of spirit and psychology, offering clients both deep soul connection and grounded, practical healing.

Her work weaves together soul regression therapy - including past life and ancestral healing, womb work, between-lives exploration, and Akashic Records healing - with integrative practices such as manifestation coaching and energy alignment. Rooted in a heart-centred, trauma-informed lens, Jodie supports clients in releasing the root causes of emotional blocks, self-limiting beliefs, and inherited patterns.

Her sessions provide a safe and supportive space for healing, clarity, and empowerment- helping you step into lasting transformation, aligned goals, and a life that feels true to your soul.

Jodie's current offerings include Past Life Regression Therapy, Soul Regression Therapy (prerequisite of PLT first), Ancestral Womb Regression, Akashic Records Healing and Quantum Healing Hypnosis, Gastric Band Hypnotherapy, and more.

Annette Purcival - Holistic Therapist

Annette commenced her career in natural health in 1990 whilst living on the NSW Central Coast. Following completion of her studies in Swedish and Remedial Massage, she had the honour of being instructed in Bowen Therapeutic Technique by the late Tom Bowen’s own assistant, Oswald Rentsch and his wife Elaine, making her one of the first Bowen therapists trained in the world. She found herself to be a natural healer, easily recognizing and working with imbalances in the body, which led to her studying polarity therapy and reiki.

At the Ettalong Beach Gym, Annette came into contact with Kevin Owen, a very experienced sports massage therapist who encouraged her to join him as part of the sport’s medicine team for the Terrigal-Wamberal Sharks RLFC, and Pat Randall’s Tuggerah Sports World. After this, she opened her own clinic, Central Coast Natural Therapy Centre, where she continued working with local road cyclists, triathletes, swimmers and surfers. In 1995, she and her husband opened a new age shop attached to the clinic, and expanded the clinic to include a naturopath, a herbalist, a hypnotherapist and two additional massage therapists. The more she worked, the more she realised that for most of her clients, body aches and pains were just one of many symptoms of health imbalance they were experiencing, and so she decided to further her studies in health by studying Naturopathy at Nature Care College. Her areas of study included Naturopathic Nutrition, Herbal medicine, Flower Essences, Yoga and Meditation, Iridology and Homoeopathy. However, due to an imminent move to SW Queensland, Annette had to cut her studies short, and was granted a Diploma of Nutrition from the college.  During this time, she also completed a Bachelor of Health Science through the University of New England.

Following her move to Queensland in 2004, Annette ran her own part-time clinic initially in Jandowae, then Dalby, before finally settling in the Highfields area. She is really looking forward to being able to use her unique knowledge-base, experience and skills to improve the lives of others, as she works alongside Sarah and the other therapists at the Wellbeing Cottage.

Annette and her husband, Norm, are devoted to their large family, and love big family gatherings for special occasions. In her time away from clinic, Annette’s hobbies include making her own aromatherapy skincare products, growing organic herbs and vegetables, various handicrafts, and cooking. Her current favourite craft is mosaic with glass tiles, and favourite exercise is swimming. She and her husband also have a love of gardening, home decorating and improvement, and can often be found in the aisles of the local hardware stores and garden centres, especially the ones with cafes!

Philippa Richardson - Holistic Therapist

Pippa Richardson is a Holistic Health and Metaphysical Practitioner devoted to supporting others on their journey toward balance, serenity, and self-discovery. With over nine years of experience in the healing arts, she integrates spiritual insight with evidence-informed holistic practices to nurture harmony between body, mind, and spirit. 

At The Wellbeing Cottage, Philippa offers Yoga sessions that invite calm, connection, and inner renewal. Each class is designed to be a sanctuary — a gentle yet powerful experience combining mindful movement, breath awareness, and meditation. Her intention is to create a tranquil space where guests can release stress, restore energy, and realign with their natural state of peace.

Alongside yoga, her background as a Metaphysical Practitioner encompasses intuitive healing, chakra balancing, angel therapy, crystal healing, sound therapy, relaxation massage, and spiritual mentoring. She holds space for transformation, guiding others to reconnect with their inner wisdom and awaken a deeper sense of purpose. 

Philippa holds a Doctorate in Metaphysics and numerous certifications in Complementary Therapies and Healing Modalities, including Energy Healing, Yoga, Meditation, and Breathwork.

Through all her offerings at The Wellbeing Cottage, her mission is to cultivate sacred stillness — a place where the heart opens, the body softens, and the spirit remembers its wholeness.