Our Story
Welcome to ASSEMBLE – a space to support your body in healing to optimum health.
The name ASSEMBLE reflects two meanings:
“A collection of pieces, put together to create wholeness.”
“A gathering of individuals, united by a shared purpose.”
Years ago, Lara envisioned a space where people could come to heal, not just their physical bodies but their emotional selves as well. This vision became the foundation of ASSEMBLE, a sanctuary where health and well-being are approached holistically.
From the beginning of her career, Lara observed that true healing occurs when all aspects of health—biological, psychological, social, and spiritual are considered together. By integrating these elements, patients experience deeper, longer-lasting results.
At ASSEMBLE, you’re not just a patient—you’re part of a community dedicated to restoring balance and strength, piece by piece.
OUR APPROACH
OUR APPROACH
ASSEMBLE is a calming and safe space for all people to come and improve their overall health. As a group of likeminded practitioners, we carefully assess and treat the whole person by combining their physical, social, biological, psychological and spiritual energetic elements.
Drawing on years of expertise in anatomy, psychology, yoga, meditation, movement, and sports rehabilitation, we specialise in addressing the client as a whole. This approach allows us to unlock remarkable transformations in the physical body while supporting your return to the activities you love.
Your body is unique, and we are here to discover what works best for you.
FAQs
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In Australia, osteopaths are university-qualified allied health professionals who have completed five years, full-time study. Osteopaths are trained in osteopathic philosophy and technique, anatomy, physiology, pathology and general medical and orthopaedic diagnosis.
Osteopaths are primary care practitioners and are trained to recognise conditions that require medical referral. Our Osteopaths at Assemble regularly undergo further professional development and post graduate study.
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Yes. Provided your private health insurance has the services you are utilising at the clinic in your extras cover then a portion of your consultation will be rebated by your private health insurances. Please bring your private health care card with you to your appointment to claim your rebate on the day.
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No. You can make an appointment without a doctors referral. Although we love seeing referrals from friends, family, local businesses, and other health professionals.
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Osteopathy is only covered by Medicare if you are eligible for an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plan. EPC plans are approved by your GP. Please consult your GP to determine your eligibility.
If you are eligible, you can receive up to 5 treatments per year with an Osteopath that are rebated by Medicare of $60.35.
Our clinic is equipped with HICAPS facilities, which allow you to claim your private health rebate at the time of your consultation.
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Yes. The practitioners at Assemble are able to treat work cover injuries. Patients will need to pay for their appointments upfront and can then claim the appointment with their insurance provider.
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Osteopathy is a holistic form of health care that uses hands on techniques to diagnose and treat structural and biomechanical dysfunctions in the body. As Osteopaths we utilise a range of techniques to help support the body’s self-healing mechanism to improve joint mobility, reduce ligamentous and muscular strain and restore overall health and balance. For more information please refer to our section on “Services’’.
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Absolutely. Types of Osteopathy like cranial osteopathy are a gentle form of treatment that can be used to treat babies and children. All of our osteopaths have completed a number of postgraduate courses on the treatment of babies and children.
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Definitely! Osteopathic treatment is a beautiful way to feel connected to your body and baby. Treatment can help relieve a variety of pregnancy related symptoms. Our osteopaths at Assemble have all completed extensive post graduate study in the diagnosis and treatment of pregnant women and are particularly passionate about supporting women through pregnancy. We also offer preparing for birth treatments, internal release work, and assessments. For more information please refer to our section on pregnancy and pelvic health under ‘Services’.
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You can wear anything to your appointment but we recommend wearing something loose and comfortable. Due to the nature of our treatments, we occasionally ask our patients to remove items of clothing so that we can properly assess your concerns. If you at any point don’t feel comfortable with this please let your practitioner know at the time of your appointment.
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Please bring any current or relevant X-Rays, scans or medical reports. If your child is having a treatment, please bring their favourite toy or book to help keep them stay entertained.
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We are located in a beautiful warehouse in St Kilda within Grassroots Yoga at 1/84 Inkerman Street, St Kilda.
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Parking is available under ‘GRY’ however please avoid parking here between 9-10am and 5-6pm. Inkerman Street also has lots of parking available, please just avoid clearways.
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We appreciate that life is busy and things change! As a small business we ask that you attempt to give us 24 hours notice to cancel or change an appointment time. We charge a full cancellation fee if you do not show up to your agreed appointment time or give us less that 12 hours notice when cancelling your appointment.
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The easiest way to make an appointment is to use the ‘Book Now’ button on the website and make an appointment using our online booking system. Alternatively, you can email the clinic info@assembleosteo.com.au. We do not have reception and we ask for your patience in returning your calls/emails within 24 hours.
