Jennifer Thomas
About
Jennifer Thomas is a seasoned health practitioner based in Roseville, New South Wales, with a rich background in both public and private health sectors. Her extensive experience has led her to embrace holistic approaches that prioritize fundamental well-being over merely addressing symptoms of ill-health. As a co-founder of Great Goona, established in 1994 alongside Joseph Harrop, Jennifer has dedicated herself to offering comprehensive health services that integrate ancient wisdom with modern practices. Jennifer's... Jennifer Thomas is a seasoned health practitioner based in Roseville, New South Wales, with a rich background in both public and private health sectors. Her extensive experience has led her to embrace holistic approaches that prioritize fundamental well-being over merely addressing symptoms of ill-health. As a co-founder of Great Goona, established in 1994 alongside Joseph Harrop, Jennifer has dedicated herself to offering comprehensive health services that integrate ancient wisdom with modern practices. Jennifer's career in health began with professional training and development in Public Health and Private health services. Through her experiences, she recognized that specialized and fragmented medical approaches often overlook the basics of happiness and well-being, focusing primarily on outcomes like ill-health and discomfort. This realization propelled her to explore holistic disciplines that address the root causes of health concerns and promote overall wellness. Jennifer's journey into holistic health led her to study Ayurveda, Peter Hess Sound Massage, and Qigong—disciplines that offer practical and rewarding methods for addressing fundamental health aspects. These ancient and modern practices equip individuals with the skills to care for themselves and others, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-awareness. Embracing the philosophy that "health begins in the kitchen," Jennifer provides advice and information to individuals and groups interested in enhancing their health and well-being through Ayurvedic principles. Her approach includes assessing one's body type to determine suitable dietary choices, rest patterns, and recreational activities aligned with daily routines. She also emphasizes self-massage with herbal oils, seasonal food intake, relaxation practices, and the importance of good company. In 2005, Jennifer co-authored "The Ritual of Taste Cookbook Series," designed to simplify and encourage traditional Vedic cooking methods. She also offers cooking classes upon request. Jennifer is a certified practitioner of Peter Hess Sound Massage, a technique that employs specifically tuned singing bowls to promote health and well-being without the need for clients to remove their clothing. This practice facilitates deep relaxation, dissolves tension, quiets the mind, and fosters a sense of wholeness and gratitude. Since her graduation in 2012, many clients have benefited from the profound effects of sound massage. Jennifer also conducts sound meditations with singing bowls and gongs for groups, enhancing collective relaxation and mindfulness. In addition to her other practices, Jennifer teaches Radiant Lotus Women's Qigong—a specialized form of Qigong designed to address the unique health needs of women throughout various life stages. This ancient Chinese health care system integrates physical postures, breathing techniques, and focused attention to cultivate life force energy (Qi), promoting health maintenance, healing, and increased vitality. Through Great Goona, Jennifer and Joseph offer a range of services, including health information and advice, consultations, treatments, and referrals. Their work also encompasses the creation of food products, cookbooks, and classes devoted to health and well-being. The name "Great Goona" alludes to that which expresses and sustains all life with forms of food, reflecting the ancient Indian Vedic understanding that all is one appearing as many—a primary tenet that underpins all beliefs. Jennifer's holistic approach to health and well-being continues to inspire and empower individuals to embrace practices that nourish both body and mind, fostering a balanced and fulfilling life. Read more
Languages
English
Therapies
Membership of professional associations
- IICT
Education and Training
- 2019 – Registered Nurse – Australian Health Practitioners Registry AHPRA – Australia
- 2016 – Malay(Indonesian) Navel Candling and Abdominal Detox – Zen Tranquility Holistic Beauty Training Studio – Australia
- 2013 – Womens Qigong Level 1 – Radiant Lotus Qigong – Australia
- 2012 – Certificate Iv in Training and Assessment – Southern Cross Training – Australia
- 2012 – International Certificate in Sound Massage – Peter Hess Institute – Australia
- 2011 – Certificate of Advanced Ayurveda Training – Ayurveda Elements – India
- 2010 – Attendance - The Evidence Base of Clinical Aromatherapy – Robert Tisserand – Australia
- 2000 – Ayurvedic Massage – Nature Care College – Australia
- 1996 – Ayurvedic Letter of Acknowledgement – Dr Shaun Matthews – Australia
- 1995 – Ayurveda Panchakarma Training 1 – SYTREC – India
- 1995 – Introduction to Raysayan &Vajeekaran – Subtle Energy and Select Botanicals – India
- 1995 – Certificate Ayurvedic II – SYTREC – Australia
- 1990 – Satyananda Yoga Teacher – Mangrove Mountain – Australia
- 1981 – Bachelor of Arts – Riverina College of Advanced Education – Australia
Working hours (GMT+11:00) Sydney
Jennifer’s studio location
Roseville, New South Wales, Australia
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