The Urban Alchemist

The Urban Alchemist The Urban Alchemist offers evidence-based western and complementary medicine under one roof and our Weekend, evening and same-day appointments are available.

We're The Urban Alchemist, and we've been offering exceptional healthcare since 2013. We welcome you to our healing sanctuary, where our outstanding practitioners will help you to identify the causes of your pain and illness and offer real solutions to help you transform. We offer evidence-based western and complementary medicine under one roof and our therapists work together to help you get the best results. Call us for Integrative medicine, Psychology, Chiropractic, Remedial Massage, Myotherapy, Kinesiology, Naturopathy, Counselling, Acupuncture, Shiatsu and Ka Huna Massage. We opened The Urban Alchemist because we longed for a space where clients feel truly cared for. We wanted to challenge the traditional model of health care, and invite the whole person to show up for healing rather than just the broken parts. With so many different therapies in one place, we can help you find the answer to your health questions faster.

Hi, you little super babe, you! 🥰As the year winds down, it's the perfect time to check in with your Private Health Insu...
03/12/2025

Hi, you little super babe, you! 🥰

As the year winds down, it's the perfect time to check in with your Private Health Insurance. Most funds reset their annual limits on December 31st. That means any unused rebates for allied health services will disappear at midnight! Don't let your benefits go to waste—you've already paid for them!

If you still have funds available, this is your chance to prioritise yourself and get the care you deserve.

✨ Claim Your Care at The Urban Alchemist ✨

We offer on-the-spot claiming via HICAPS for many services, making it easy to maximise your benefits. Use your rebates on services like:

- Myotherapy: Excellent for deep pain relief, injury rehabilitation, and improving vitality.
- Remedial Massage: Melt stress, release chronic muscle stiffness, and recover from tension.
- Chiropractic: Restore spinal and joint alignment, treat back/neck pain, and promote a balanced nervous system.
- Acupuncture: Treat a wide range of concerns including hormonal, digestive, and mental health issues, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Psychology: Nurture your mind, work through trauma, anxiety, or depression, and build a more fulfilling life.

Appointments, especially in December, book out quickly. We encourage you to secure your spot now!

Start the New Year feeling lighter, more aligned, and re-energised.

👉 Book Your Appointment Today and Invest in Your Wellbeing!

With love and wellness,
The Urban Alchemist Team
North Carlton

02/12/2025

Step inside The Urban Alchemist, where healing meets heart. ✨

We've poured our love into creating a space that feels like a sanctuary – warm, inviting, and a world away from the hustle.

Heart-centred, evidence-based medicine for your body, mind and soul.

Come explore our little oasis.

27/11/2025

Current mood: 🫠

This level of bliss is not an accident; it’s a necessity.

If you’re watching this and realising your shoulders are currently touching your ears... consider this your sign.

The table is warm. The towels are fresh. The magic is ready.

Link in bio to claim your spot.

26/11/2025

Meet Kathryn Harmer, one of our truly exceptional Remedial Massage Therapists! 👋

Kathryn brings an incredibly insightful approach to her practice – it's both
evidence-based and wonderfully intuitive. She's an absolute pro at helping your body find its calm, specifically using techniques that engage your parasympathetic nervous system, ensuring healing occurs in a way that is truly calm and grounded

If you're grappling with those pesky musculoskeletal issues like frozen shoulders, postural misalignment, pelvic instability, or just need to banish acute pain, Kathryn's your go-to. She's all about getting you back to moving comfortably immediately after your session!

A quick heads-up: While Kathryn is truly phenomenal, please note she's currently unable to accept private health claims for Medibank and HCF customers. All other funds are absolutely fine!

Book in with Kathryn today!

📍 357 Nicholson St, Carlton North

📞 9347 9247

THE MYTH: Cracking your knuckles will give you arthritis.THE TRUTH: Nope. Your nan was wrong (love you, nan!). There is ...
24/11/2025

THE MYTH: Cracking your knuckles will give you arthritis.

THE TRUTH: Nope. Your nan was wrong (love you, nan!). There is zero scientific evidence linking knuckle cracking to arthritis.

That satisfying pop? It’s just a tiny, harmless gas bubble releasing from the joint fluid. Think of it as a... joint fart.

So, crack on, darlings. The only proven side effect is annoying everyone in the room.

But hey, if your joints are actually stiff, clicking, or painful (and not in a fun, noisy way), that's a different conversation. That's when you come see us. Our Chiropractors and Myotherapists are experts at telling the difference between a harmless pop and a joint that's crying out for help.

22/11/2025

"Just need to focus on this one simple task..."

My brain, 2 seconds later: "Okay, but we also need to google that weird rash, remember that embarrassing thing from 2007, and schedule 4 appointments. Go!"

That scattered, 100-tabs-open feeling isn't just a funny meme—it's a classic sign of brain fog and a chaotic nervous system. If you're constantly feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unable to focus, your body is sending you a signal.

At The Urban Alchemist, we are professional chaos-tamers.

We don't just tell you to "relax." Our practitioners are experts at finding the why behind your overwhelm. We help you regulate your nervous system at a deep level, whether it's through nutritional support, herbal medicine, bodywork, or gentle adjustments.

If you're tired of feeling scattered, let's get you sorted. Tap the link in our bio to book a session and find your calm.

This beautiful review from Rani has made our whole day! We are so, so happy you felt the magic. ✨Ready to feel the magic...
21/11/2025

This beautiful review from Rani has made our whole day!

We are so, so happy you felt the magic. ✨

Ready to feel the magic for yourself? Link in bio to book!

19/11/2025

This morning's real talk: Boundaries need to be reinforced. You make them, and it is 100% your job to make sure they are enforced. It is not the other person's job.

My biggest wake-up call was realising I’d set a standard, then watch someone walk all over it, and wonder: "Why doesn’t anyone respect me?"

Here’s the truth bomb: It is your job to respect yourself. People will always push limits if they can.

If someone disrespects your boundary, you don't debate—you hold the line. If that means removing that jerk from your space, then that is your job too. Honour yourself first.

👉 Ready to stop questioning yourself and start holding your boundaries? Book a session and let's get to work on YOU.

Allow us to introduce the gifted Naomi Esméralda, our Psychic and Energy Healer.Aware of her gifts of clairsentience, cl...
18/11/2025

Allow us to introduce the gifted Naomi Esméralda, our Psychic and Energy Healer.

Aware of her gifts of clairsentience, clairaudience, clairvoyance, and claircognizance from a very young age, Naomi is a natural channel for the messages you need to hear. While she often uses tools like Tarot and Oracle cards for direction at the beginning of a session, she is also able to tune in directly to receive visions and messages.

Her sessions are focused on your healing journey, helping you to connect with important information and make sense of what comes through. She is able to answer your questions succinctly, as clarity is key.

For a reading that is genuine, down-to-earth, and held in a safe, heart-centered space, book in with Naomi.

15/11/2025

You know that feeling when you're trying to keep up with work, home life, and a social calendar, and everything feels like it's about to crash? 🤯 This meme nails it. That otter scrambling to keep the marbles in play? That's genuinely how most of us are operating.

If your "juggling" looks more like a frantic, desperate scramble, your body is yelling for a time-out. It’s a huge sign that your nervous system is in chronic overdrive and heading straight for burnout.

We get it. Life can be beautiful and completely overwhelming at the same time. The goal isn't to hold all the marbles forever—it's to figure out which ones you can safely put down.

Our expert team here is dedicated to helping you hit the reset button and find your grounding again:

- Find the Calm: Our Chiropractors specialise in calming the nervous system, helping to de-escalate that stress and anxiety response that keeps you juggling.
- Stop Holding So Much: A Remedial Massage or Myotherapy session can literally melt away the physical tension stored in your neck, shoulders, and gut from constantly holding it all together.
- Get Clarity: Work with a Psychologist or Counsellor to gently explore the overwhelm and set the boundaries needed to keep your marbles from scattering in the first place.

Stop forcing the juggle. We’re here to help you get out of the chaos and back into your calm.

👉 Ready for a system reboot? Click the link in bio and book a session to restore your vitality and movement in body, mind, and spirit.

Hey gorgeous human! You're likely starting to think about the holidays, but don't forget to check in on one very importa...
13/11/2025

Hey gorgeous human! You're likely starting to think about the holidays, but don't forget to check in on one very important thing: your private health fund benefits! 💡

Most funds reset their annual limits on December 31st, meaning any unused rebates for allied health treatments will vanish. You've paid for this care—let's make sure you use it!

November is the perfect time to:

- Audit Your Rebates: Call your fund or check their app/website to see what you have left for allied health services.
- Book Ahead: Our appointments fill up fast in December! Secure your session now to beat the end-of-year rush.

# # # Claim Your Healing and Alignment:

We offer HICAPS for instant claiming on the following services:

💆‍♀️ Remedial Massage / Myotherapy: Melt away that pre-holiday tension, treat muscle pain, and support injury recovery.

✨ Chiropractic: Restore your body's balance, relieve neck and back pain, and calm your nervous system for the festive season.

🌿 Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine: Address hormonal imbalances, aid digestion, and support your mental health.

🧠 Psychology: Nurture your mind and emotional wellbeing with trauma-informed support.

Don't wait until it's too late! Claim the care you've already paid for and step into the new year feeling lighter and more aligned.

👉 Tap the link in bio to book your session now!

13/11/2025

A little thought on kindness: if you know someone who struggles with social cues, this is for you.

Many people with autism live with a constant, quiet shame of "getting it wrong." The social cues that seem obvious to some are a foreign language to others. This isn't a choice or a character flaw; it's a different way of processing the world.

So, what can we do? We can be kind. We can be inclusive. We can be generous with our understanding. For those of us who find communication easy, it is a privilege. Let's use that privilege to make life a little less hard for those who don't.

Our practitioners, including our psychologists and mental health OTs, are deeply committed to creating a safe and affirming space for neurodiverse clients.

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357 Nicholson Street
Carlton North, VIC
3054

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Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
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Using the very best in natural therapies including Chiropractic, Naturopathy, Acupuncture, Massage, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Couples & Family Therapy and Holistic Integrative GPs for the body, mind and spirit. The Urban Alchemist, 357 Nicholson Street, Carlton North.

Here at The Urban Alchemist, we bring a little magic to our practice of contemporary health care, to help our clients transform the parts of their lives that don’t feel right. For some, this means physical ailments. For others, emotional stress. And for many, a lack of connection to their inner spirit. What would it be like to turn your stressed-out, aching, ‘over-it’ self into a happier, shining, cared-for ‘You’? Our wonderful practitioners at The Urban Alchemist Carlton North help ordinary folk achieve their physical, emotional and spiritual goals.