OUR TEAM
Dr Bruce Douglas qualified as a chiropractor in South Africa in 2004. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he has been in private practice in multidisciplinary clinics in South Africa, United Kingdom, Malaysia and now, Australia.
Bruce has always had a passion for helping people and has been extensively involved in promoting spine and joint health care, including the vital importance of movement, strength and flexibility of our bodies, reducing the risk of injury and re-injury.
Bruce practices the diversified technique which involves mainly the activator method (gentle manual manipulations and drop pieces, if indicated); and modifies the use of these techniques to treat each patient's specific diagnoses for optimum results.
He has a keen interest in diagnoses and always goes over and above to make sure he considers every possibility to make sure each patient is getting the right care that they require. He has a strong passion for his profession and treats his patients with compassion whilst fully educating them on their condition and care plan to make sure they feel understood and taken care of.
Accreditations:
- Master of Chiropractic 2004 (MTech. Chiro) – Durban University of Technology, South Africa
- Registered Practitioner with the Chiropractic Board of Australia
- Member of Australian Chiropractors Association
- Registered for private health fund rebates through HICAPS
- Registered DVA (Department of Veteran’s Affairs) provider
Bruce Douglas
Chiropractor
Luke Schmidt
Chiropractor
Dr Luke Schmidt is a chiropractor with over 11 years of experience, dedicated to providing patient-centred care for individuals and families. He has particular interests in paediatric chiropractic, sports injury rehabilitation, and lifestyle-based wellness care. Luke has completed further studies in paediatrics through the Australian College of Chiropractic Paediatrics and in sports through the Federation Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport.
Alongside private practice, he works as the sports trainer for the Southern Knights Men’s Football Club, supporting athletes in injury management, recovery, and performance. Luke is known for his thorough assessments, clear communication, and compassionate approach, ensuring patients feel supported and understood
Accreditations:
- Masters of Chiropractic (UJ) - 2014
- Internationally Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (FICS) – 2018
- Diplomate of Australian College of Chiropractic Paediatrics (ACCP) – 2025
- Registered Practitioner with AHPRA
Zac Benson
Remedial Massage Therapist
Zac graduated from TAFE SA Adelaide with a Diploma in Remedial Massage. He is passionate about providing physical and mental support through cooperative efforts to help people feel their best and overcome existing difficulties.
His main approach is to provide in-session stretching, trigger point therapy, deep tissue work, and relaxation massage techniques as a warm-up. The primary aim of these techniques is to reduce restrictions of movement, decrease compensation, and address potentially referring pains, such as headaches.
Zac has a keen interest in identifying root causes for potential pains, compensations, and restrictions to promote long-term solutions rather than settling for short-term relief. Zac is also currently training in cupping therapy and will be adding this into his treatments in the near future!
Clair brings over 20 years of experience in holistic wellness and massage therapy, with a passion for helping clients reduce stress, ease tension, and restore balance. Her calm, caring approach creates a supportive space where clients can relax, unwind, and feel genuinely cared for.
She has a special interest in supporting those experiencing stress, anxiety, nervous system overload, and muscular tension.
Her remedial massage treatments are tailored to each client and may include:
✔ Swedish massage
✔ Deep tissue techniques
✔ Myofascial release
✔ Myofascial cupping
✔ Therapeutic hot stone therapy
✔ Essential oils for relaxation-focused sessions
Clair holds a Diploma of Remedial Massage and Diploma of Aromatherapy, and is passionate about helping clients feel restored, balanced, and at their best.
Clair Hobbs
Remedial & Relaxation Massage Therapist
Amanda Mitchell
Clinic Manager
In her role as Clinic Manager, Amanda brings positive and caring energy into the workplace. She enjoys being organised, helping others, and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes so the team and patients always feel supported and welcomed.
Amanda is married with two boys who keep her life full of fun and adventure. She loves singing, dancing, and spending time with family and friends, and can always be counted on to bring a smile and positive energy wherever she goes. Passionate about all things spiritual, she also enjoys sharing Reiki healing sessions with her loved ones and clients.
Melissa Vlachos
Receptionist
Mel is part of the friendly reception team at Allied Health Clinic Reynella, helping patients feel welcomed and supported from the moment they arrive or call the clinic.
Outside of work, Mel is kept busy by her two teenage boys and enjoys being actively involved in their school and sporting community. She volunteers with her son’s soccer team and club, as well as supporting school activities when she can.
When she is not at the clinic or volunteering, Mel enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.