Ayurvedic Practitioner serving Ashburton and Melbourne's inner southeast

Hello! My name is Ann. I founded REVIVE Ayurveda in 2023 to offer a unique way of approaching inner and outer good health – by combining conventional and holistic or complementary treatments in treating ailments.

The conventional part of my treatment comes from working in Medical Science (pathology) field for the last 24 years, carrying out various diagnostic tests, analysis, and providing these results to GPs, consultants, and medical professionals. That experience deepened my respect for how science supports our understanding of the body and also sparked my curiosity about the role of lifestyle, mindset and daily habits in maintaining long-term well-being.

The holistic part of my treatment comes from my studies in Ayurveda and Reiki, which I completed in 2022. Despite being a Medical Scientist, I was drawn towards Ayurveda because it helped me manage my acute Asthma and Atopic Eczema successfully when conventional treatment was causing side effects.

Through REVIVE Ayurveda, I help clients explore personalised lifestyle routines, nourishing self-care, and simple Ayurvedic health practices that support balance from the inside out.

My mission

As a registered Ayurvedic practitioner and Bodywork Therapist in Melbourne, Australia, my goal is to help you achieve a healthy lifestyle, a sense of balance and feel good inside and out, through an integrated approach combining conventional medicine, Ayurveda and Reiki.

My roots are in Malaysia, India, and Sri Lanka. I grew up seeing Ayurveda practised in my home by my grandmother and aunties, who passed on their nurturing and a love for traditional medicine to me, which helped heal and restore my health during some challenging times.

I believe that in these hectic and modern times, ancient medicine based in nature holds many of the answers to the health challenges we face. I’d love to help you find the right answers using natural therapies and enjoy a healthier and happier life.

Who is REVIVE Ayurveda for?

My ideal clients are women 40+ years of age seeking to live healthier and energy-filled lives through natural therapies, Ayurvedic massages, and Ayurveda health care programs.

I also provide Ayurveda massages to seniors who want more mobility, flexibility and a sense of vitality in their bodies.

My massages and Ayurvedic health programs are for you if you:

• are seeking good health and vitality through natural and holistic therapies

• have injuries or ailments that might not be responding to conventional treatments

• have tried everything else without much success

• are looking for custom treatments, not a one-size-fits-all

• want to improve your Gut health, Eczema, Asthma, and Menopause or Perimenopause symptoms through natural and holistic programs

• want to reduce pain for Sciatica and improve sleep patterns (Insomnia) using ancient techniques

• want to improve blood circulation, digestive, nervous, and lymphatic systems

• want to strengthen your muscles and joints

• want to reduce muscle tension and joint pain

• need to relax and energise your mind and body with Ayurvedic massages as part of your self-care

• need relaxation and self-healing through Reiki

• are looking for caring, compassionate and meaningful treatments delivered one-on-one.

Important ​Note

I can only provide services within my scope of practice – Ayurvedic Health Program, Bodywork therapies, and Reiki. These are not a substitute for medical care and do not include medical diagnosis or medical treatment. Results from treatments given cannot be guaranteed as they will differ from person to person. More than one session may be required, depending on the length of time an issue has been present.

If you’re new to Ayurveda, ​I offer a complimentary 20-minute consultation to help tailor a program that best supports your wellbeing goals.

Ayurveda qualifications and experience

• Ann is an accredited member of the Australian Ayurvedic Practitioners Association (AAIA) and the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT).

• M.Sc. in Medical Science from Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga, 2012.

• Diploma in Ayurveda Lifestyle Consultation from The Collective Wellness Institute, Melbourne, 2021.

• Certificate in Mastering Digestion and Nutrition from The Joyful Belly School of Ayurveda, America, 2021.

• Reiki Level II from Naturally Vibrant Healing Centre, Melbourne, 2022.

• Essential Sanskrit Level III from Ayu Academy, 2023, where I learnt how to recognise, read and pronounce Sanskrit words in transliterated format. This is important as the English language has limited words to match many Sanskrit words in the ancient Ayurveda textbooks, and some words may not have any direct translation.

I would like to give thanks and my deepest respect to the yogis, gurus, Ayurveda scholars, my teachers, the Ayurveda senior consultants, and doctors who have taught and shared this ancient knowledge with me. It is because of them that I’m able to share this holistic treatment with you.