Spinal Energetics Richmond

Spinal Energetics Richmond is the Melbourne headquarters clinic for a somatic modality focused on the spine, nervous system and the body’s innate capacity to reorganise. Developed by Dr Sarah Jane Perri, a qualified chiropractor and holistic counsellor, the practice combines ideas from Eastern and Western traditions to explore physical, emotional, psychological and behavioural patterns that may be reflected in tension, rigidity or nervous system dysregulation.

Sessions use low-force and often non-contact techniques, with in-person appointments at the HQ also described as involving direct hands-on facilitation. Rather than directing or forcing a response, practitioners observe and support each client’s process. The website says some people may experience spontaneous movement, changes in posture, breathing or vocalisation, while others may move very little or not at all. Movement is not presented as a measure of depth or benefit, making the work suited to people who want a body-focused approach without needing to perform or explain everything verbally.

The clinic offers individual sessions in person or online, as well as in-person group sessions. Its team includes Master Practitioners, who are Level One and Two qualified leaders and mentors, and Senior Practitioners who deliver the modality at headquarters. Individual appointments are tailored to the client’s needs, while online sessions guide clients through movement and breathwork as the practitioner observes and supports the process remotely. Group sessions take place in a shared setting, with each participant on their own table while the practitioner moves between them. The website describes these sessions as intimate and supportive, but they are intended for returning clients rather than first-timers.

This is primarily a solo wellness experience for people interested in nervous system regulation, emotional release, body awareness and integrative care. The practice is also being explored by practitioners working in physical medicine, trauma recovery, mental health and related fields, although the website does not present Spinal Energetics as a replacement for medical or psychological care. New clients should begin with an individual in-person session before considering a group appointment, and the clinic recommends starting with at least three appointments. Pregnancy restrictions apply: appointments are not offered during the first or final trimester, while second-trimester bookings are recommended only with a practitioner who is also a chiropractor. Session prices vary by practitioner level, with group sessions starting at $79.