About us

Dr Chris Rickson (Osteopath) is the founder and director of HealthState Pty Ltd.

Chris formally an acrobat, dancer and aerialist working around the world in Japan, China, United States and was also in the opening ceremony of Commonwealth Games in Melbourne.

Chris has university training in Psychology (Murdoch University) and Osteopathic Medicine and a Masters (Victoria university)

Chris has lectured in anatomy for Victoria University St Albans campus and worked in the wet lab (Flinders Street Campus)
Working both structurally and cranially Chris has studied Biodynamics for the last 8 years.

Chris has also lectured for many mining companies in both biomechanics and ergonomics educating employees on how to use their bodies most effectively with minimal impact ensuring a happy and healthy body.

Chris works with patients from pregnancy, babies through to the elderly and professional athletes.

Amanda completed her Osteopathic training, including Honours with distinction at RMIT in Melbourne. Amanda loves treating all ages from school age children to the elderly.

Prior to Osteopathy Amanda worked as a Myotherapist. She incorporates her myotherapy and dry needling skills to provide a unique approach to her osteopathic treatment. She enjoys treating a wide range of conditions including headaches, jaw pain and low back pain.

Amanda is a warm and friendly practitioner with a great sense of humour who strives to always provide the most up-to-date treatment for her patients. As a parent and being from a close-knit family she understands the importance for healthcare for all age groups. She loves to work with the whole family.

Amanda has recently completed further training to become a qualified Perrin Practitioner. The Perrin technique may be useful for Myalgic encephalomyelitis /chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), fibromyalgia or long covid. For more information on how The Perrin technique may help please contact Amanda via email [email protected]

Dr Jimmy Doheny (Osteopath) completed his double bachelor studies through RMIT University in Melbourne, Victoria. Dr Jimmy is a qualified Yoga teacher and has a keen interest in natural movement and the connection of Mind and Body. His approach to Osteopathy integrates hands-on manual therapy and lifestyle interventions to promote wellness and ease of movement. This approach is suitable for people of all ages from athletes to home-bodies.

Outside of work, Dr Jimmy enjoys spending time with his new-born son, his wife and their two poodles, reading buddhist philosophy and deepening his meditation practice.

Dr Quentin Schmitt is an Osteopath who graduated from the European School of Osteopathy in the UK. He offers a holistic approach, blending structural techniques with methods like Muscle Energy Techniques, Balance ligamentous Tension, and Cranial and visceral techniques. He specialises in spinal and lumbo-pelvic dysfunctions but treats various conditions.

Outside of work, Quentin enjoys socialising, riding his motorbike, and making crafts. He's dedicated to learning about the body and continually updating his skills. His goal is to improve patients' quality of life through personalised osteopathic care that considers the whole person.

Dr. Rusty is a dedicated osteopath with a Master's degree from Unitec in New Zealand. He has a passion for holistic care and treats patients of all ages, from six years old to adulthood. Utilizing a combination of structural and biodynamic techniques, Dr. Rusty addresses the body as a whole to promote overall well-being.

In addition to his osteopathy qualifications, Dr. Rusty holds master's certifications in Reiki and Breathwork, enriching his practice with a comprehensive approach to health. After successfully running his own clinic in New Zealand, he is thrilled to embark on a new adventure in Perth.

With a positive and cheerful demeanor, Dr. Rusty is committed to helping his patients achieve a pain-free and fulfilling daily life.