Kobodi was founded in July 2021 by Gracia Anggraini. Gracia has been a physiotherapist for over 10 years working in a range of community and private settings in the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
Wanting to offer her clients a more holistic and integrated approach to health, she decided to create Kobodi. A holistic and interdisciplinary approach to health and wellness in a warm and calm healing space.
Gracia is a Balwyn North local, having grown up in the area, she attended both Balwyn Primary School and Balwyn High School. Together with a collective of like-minded, caring, highly qualified and experienced practitioners, Gracia and the Kobodi team are proud to serve the Balwyn North, Balwyn, Kew, Doncaster and surrounding community to better health and wellness.
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Gracia Anggraini
Founder | physiotherapist | Clinical pilates practitioner
B.Physio (Hons), APAM
Gracia strongly believes in using a combination of hands-on treatment and exercise (especially Clinical Pilates) in achieving optimal function for her clients. She also ensures to identify the contributing factors such as lifestyle, environmental factors and posture in order to effectively treat a range of musculoskeletal conditions. Gracia has particular interest in chronic pain and injury, headaches and migraines as well as pre and post natal care.
Outside of her clinical work, Gracia enjoys spending time with her family and golden labrador as well as keeping active with HIIT, strength training, pilates and yoga. She’s a keen hiker and loves to travel to new destinations. Her favourite hike of all time is a sunrise hike to the top of Gunlom Falls in the Northern Territory.
Gracia is a registered Physiotherapist under the Australian Health Practitioners Regulations Agency (AHPRA) as well as a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association. She is fully qualified and trained Clinical Pilates Instructor through Dance Medicine Australia.
Gracia treats or helps to manage conditions such as:
- Pain management including sports injuries and accident rehabilitation
- Migraine or headaches
- Chronic pain
- Musculoskeletal pain and injury in pre and post natal women
- Postural related pain
Gracia is fluent in English and Indonesian.
Katharine Ng (on maternity leave)
Physiotherapist | Pilates Instructor | Oncology rehabiliTation specialist
B.Physio, APAM
Katharine has over 10 years experience working as a physiotherapist in both private practice and hospital settings. She is passionate about advocating for her clients, particularly to assist in achieving their physical health goals. She incorporates a combination of both clinical exercise and hands on/manual therapy treatment techniques to manage her clients.
She is a registered Physiotherapist under the Australian Health Practitioners Regulations Agency (AHPRA) as well as a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association. Katharine is a qualified Clinical Pilates Instructor and has experience managing a wide range of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions including pre and post-surgical rehabilitation, sports related injuries and oncology rehabilitation. Katharine has completed postgraduate qualifications in Oncology Rehabilitation and is currently undertaking further studies to become a Lymphoedema Practitioner.
Outside of her clinical work, Katharine enjoys dancing (Ballet) which is how her passion for movement began. She also enjoys being outdoors and exploring new hiking locations in Victoria.
Katharine can provide the following services:
- Management of musculoskeletal conditions
- GLAD certified physiotherapist for management of osteoarthritis
- Oncology rehabilitation
- Treatment of dance related injuries including pre-pointe assessments
She is fluent in English and Cantonese Chinese.
Hanh-Nhi Huynh
Physiotherapist | Pilates instructor
B.Physio (Hons), APAM
Hanh-Nhi is a highly experienced physiotherapist with a diverse background in various healthcare settings. She has a strong academic foundation, having graduated from Balwyn High School in 2008 and obtained her Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) from the University of Melbourne in 2012.
Throughout her education and career, Hanh-Nhi has honed her skills in musculoskeletal joint mobilisation, soft tissue therapy, electrotherapy, dry needling, and exercise prescription. Her extensive clinical experience includes working at the Austin Physiotherapy Outpatients Department, Austin Emergency Department, Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Hospital, Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital, and Shepparton Goulburn Valley Health Paediatrics Department.
One of Hanh-Nhi’s key strengths lies in her collaboration with Orthopaedic Surgeons to facilitate optimal outcomes for patients recovering from surgeries like joint replacements and soft tissue repairs. She is also adept at designing and implementing Clinical Rehabilitation Exercises, Falls & Balance programs, and providing in-home care consultations, demonstrating her holistic approach to patient care.
In addition to her professional achievements, Hanh-Nhi finds joy in spending quality time with her family. She cherishes moments with her son and husband, savoring the simple pleasures of family life. Beyond her clinical endeavors, she also nurtures her passion for exploration and discovery through travel during her spare time.
Hanh-Nhi treats or helps to manage conditions such as:
- Musculoskeletal conditions
- Chronic pain
- Osteoarthritis
- Post surgical/ orthopaedic rehabilitation
- Falls/ balance/ reconditioning program
Hanh-Nhi speaks fluent English and Vietnamese.
Candys Chandra
Physiotherapist & Clinical pilates instructor
B.AppSci | M.Physio, APAM
Candys has a passion for health & wellbeing and has a keen interest in chronic pain and rehabilitation. She is passionate about utilising her skills in hands on physiotherapy and exercise rehabilitation to help her clients reach their full potential and return to activities that they enjoy. Working with her patients to prevent injury and achieve optimal health outcomes is Candys’ main goal.
Candys has obtained her Master of Physiotherapy from Latrobe University. She is a registered physiotherapist under the Australian Health Practitioners Regulations Agency (AHPRA) and is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.
Outside of work, Candys enjoys spending time actively with her cavoodle as well as leisure activities with her friends, and having a fond interest for multicultural cuisines. She also enjoys spending time training at the gym and playing basketball recreationally.
Throughout the years of her study and work, Candys has gained a variety of clinical experience in the areas of musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiorespiratory, gerontology, orthopaedic and hydrotherapy across Melbourne’s major hospitals, aged care and outpatient settings.
Candys treats or helps to manage conditions such as:
- Musculoskeletal conditions
- Chronic pain
- Osteoarthritis
- Post surgical/ orthopaedic rehabilitation
- Falls/ balance/ reconditioning program
Candys is fluent in English and Indonesian
Shanae Rutherfurd
Physiotherapist | pilates instructor
Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT) | BAppSc(Ex&SportSc), Advance Diploma of Elite Performance (Dance), APAM
Shanae is a physiotherapist who holds a Doctor of Physiotherapy at Monash University. She is committed to helping people restore movement and feel their best.
With a background in dancing, Shanae’s passion for movement led her to become a qualified Pilates instructor while completing her degree in Exercise Science. She has experience in exercise rehabilitation, working with chronic conditions.
Outside of work, Shanae enjoys spending quality time with her family, walking along the beach, baking, and attending Pilates classes.
Shanae treats or helps to manage:
- Pain management including sports injuries and accident rehabilitation
- Treatment of dance related injuries including pre-pointe assessments
- Pre and post natal pelvic floor and exercise management
- Cervical dysfunction
- Chronic back pain
Dr Yukyung Song
Acupuncturist | Osteopath
BHlthSc / BAppSc (Osteo) / MAppSc (Acu), MOA & AACMA
Yukyung believes in the combination of hands-on treatment and seeing body movement with a holistic approach as the key to bringing optimal results to relieve your complaint. Her priority is always to find the root cause of your symptom and its causing factors, not only focusing on your current symptom. She has particular interests in migraines and injuries arising from a range of sports, including martial arts, football, running, cycling, swimming, and gymnastics.
Yukyung loves teaching Taekwondo while she is not treating patients. She has been doing Taekwondo for more than 20 years and has also been appointed as a coach for the Australian Taekwondo national team since 2016. With her wealth of knowledge in Osteopathy, Acupuncture and sports coaching experience in all levels, she finds out the best treatments and advice for each of her patients.
Yukyung is a registered acupuncturist and osteopath under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), as well as a member of Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, and Osteopathy Australia.
Yukyung treats or helps to manage conditions such as:
- Pain management including sports injuries and accident rehabilitation
- Migraine or headaches
- Digestive system and gut health
- Skin conditions
- Hayfever, sinusitis, coughing
- Hormonal conditions
- Sleeping disorders
Yukyung is fluent in English and Korean.
Julie DiPietro
Remedial massage therapist
Dip RM
Julie has been working as a Remedial Therapist for over 10 years in clinical settings and spas. She has worked with people from 4 to over 90 years of age, treating acute and chronic pain, musculoskeletal concerns, rehabilitation and helping with athletic performance, movement and general physical maintenance.
She has a wide range of skills that help her to treat muscle pain and tightness, fascial restrictions, scar tissue, head and jaw pain and can help with muscle recovery and movement, acute and chronic pain and conditions like Parkinson’s.
Julie treats a variety of conditions such as:
- Muscle pain
- Chronic pain
- Joint dysfunction
- Postural alignment
- Headache
- Stiffness
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Scar Tissue
- Pregnancy
Janice Yip
Acupuncturist | dietitian
BNutriDiet / MAppSci (Acu), APD & AACMA
Janice is a Registered Acupuncturist and an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD).
She graduated from Master of Applied Science (Acupuncture) at RMIT University and holds a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics from Monash University.
She has previously worked as a dietitian at various Healthscope hospitals and rehabilitation centre and currently provides dietetic services in aged care and client’s home. She specialises in nutrition in the elderly, with over 7 years of experience.
Janice has a special interest in combining acupuncture and nutrition in improving client’s health, and empowering them to make healthier choices for their own health and wellbeing. And supporting them through the journey. Areas of interest: in women’s health, gastrointestinal conditions and weight management.
Outside of work, she enjoys weight training at a gym, going for walks and baking.
She is fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
Iesha Eivers
Dietitian
Master of Dietietics Practice (MDIPRC), Bachelor of Applied Science in Food and Nutrition BAppSc(Food&Nutr), APD
Iesha is a warm and passionate dietitian who takes a personalized approach to helping her clients achieve their health and wellness goals. She understands that every individual is unique, and she is committed to tailoring her advice to suit your specific needs, lifestyle, and preferences.
Iesha has a keen interest in a range of health areas, including:
- Gut health and digestive conditions, such as IBS, IBD, food intolerances and more
- Women’s health and paediatrics, including endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, fertility
- Metabolic conditions, such as MASLD, dyslipidemia, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes
- Endocrinology and auto-immune conditions, including coeliac disease, allergies, type 1 diabetes, and other hormone-related conditions
With a passion for evidence-based practice, Iesha stays at the forefront of nutrition research, regularly reading and contributing to advancements in her field. She believes in empowering her clients to make sustainable, manageable changes, offering compassionate support and dietary counselling every step of the way.
Whether you’re looking to improve your gut health, manage a chronic condition, or optimise your overall wellbeing, Iesha is here to guide you on your journey with expertise, empathy, and care.
Christy Yeung
Dietitian
Master of Nutrition and Dietetics (MNutrDiet), Bachelor of Biomedicine (with Honours) (BBiomed(Hons)), APD
Christy is a university-qualified Dietitian trained at one of the top universities in the world. With a background in Medical Research, she brings exceptional problem-solving skills to help her clients uncover the root causes of their health and nutrition concerns.
Having personally navigated a challenging relationship with food as a teenager, Christy understands how overwhelming the world of nutrition can feel. As your Dietitian, she stays up-to-date with the latest nutrition research to help you take the guesswork out of eating and focus on what matters most – enjoying your food! Christy offers personalised, practical and evidence-based nutrition strategies (goodbye, fad diets!) to help you reach your health and lifestyle goals – without compromising on taste and flavour!
Christy has a special interest in:
- Chronic disease management: including Type I and II diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, and liver disease.
- Gut health and digestive conditions: including Coeliac disease, food intolerances, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
- Eating disorders and improving relationship with food and body image.
- Women’s health: including endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, and fertility nutrition.
- Sports performance nutrition.
One of Christy’s core values is giving back to the people and places that have shaped her, including the Balwyn community, where she completed her primary and secondary schooling and continues to live today. Fluent in both English and Cantonese, Christy hopes to empower clients from all backgrounds to feel confident in their health and nutrition choices.
Christy is your biggest cheerleader, here to guide you every step of the way towards better health with a personalised approach that ensures your goals are achievable, sustainable, and meaningful.
Want to join the team?
We are always looking for passionate, friendly and caring practitioners to join our team. If this sounds like you, drop us a line with what you can bring to our Kobodi that sets you apart from anyone else.
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