Our clinic is led by Chris Ravesi — registered acupuncturist and naturopath with 40 years of experience in the Beaumaris community, including advanced training in the USA and Germany — and Shaun French, AHPRA-registered acupuncturist and naturopathic physician, Master of Applied Science (Acupuncture), and clinical educator at Torrens University. Together they bring unmatched depth and continuity of care to Como Health Group.
Meet Our Practitioners →
Chris Ravesi
Acupuncturist and Naturopathic Physician
With over four decades of full-time practice, Chris has established a reputation for his expertise, dedication, and personable approach. His unwavering commitment to expanding his knowledge in this field has led him to pursue numerous educational opportunities in both Europe and the USA, resulting in an extensive and diverse skill set. Chris is particularly interested in incorporating new research, technologies, and point-of-care diagnostic techniques into traditional medicine to provide holistic healthcare. Since 2005, he has been teaching microscopy techniques to allied health practitioners, with the aim of enhancing the diagnostic capabilities of clinical practices in Australia.
Curriculum Vitae
Shaun French
Acupuncturist & Naturopathic Physician
Shaun is a passionate and dedicated AHPRA-Registered Acupuncturist and university trained Naturopathic Physician. He holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) degree from Southern School of Natural Therapies (now Torrens University) and a Master of Applied Science (Acupuncture) degree from RMIT university. Shaun also has the privilege of working as a clinical educator and academic at Torrens University.
Drawing from training in both traditional and modern healthcare approaches, Shaun integrates acupuncture, naturopathic medicine, nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and evidence-informed complementary techniques to support patients in a comprehensive and personalized way.
Shaun works with patients experiencing a wide range of health concerns including fatigue, pain, stress, anxiety, digestive disorders (such as SIBO, bloating, and IBS), asthma, respiratory and sinus conditions, allergies, post-viral syndromes, mould-related illness, and chronic inflammatory and dysfunctional immune conditions. He has a particular interest in how these complex states of health interact, influence and affect one another – and how they respond to integrated treatment approaches.
Outside of his clinical practice, Shaun enjoys all things outdoors and the adventure of raising three energetic boys .
Karen Farrell
Chiropractor
Karen Farrell, a Chiropractor with a background as a Registered Nurse, joined our Group in 2005. Since completing her Chiropractic degree in 2000, Karen has seamlessly integrated her extensive nursing knowledge with a diverse range of Chiropractic techniques. These techniques include manual adjustments, drop-piece adjustments, activator adjustments, Sacro-Occipital Technique, and soft tissue therapy. Karen’s approach to client care is focused on non-invasive holistic treatment, employing both passive and active strategies to effectively address pain and injuries.
Claire Adamson
Myotherapist
With over a decade of clinical experience, Claire has worked with a wide range of conditions, supporting individuals from office workers to professional athletes. Her treatments focus on improving mobility and alleviating pain, drawing on a diverse background in yoga, dance, meditation, and disability support. Claire takes a holistic, person-centred approach, tailoring each session to the unique needs, goals, and circumstances of the individual. By identifying and addressing the root causes of discomfort, rather than just treating the symptoms, she aims to deliver lasting results that enhance daily function and support a sustainable, pain-free lifestyle.
