Melbourne Shiatsu

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We understand that many trans folk have been experiencing extra challenges lately, and we want you all to know that The Blisstitute of Living Aloha is a welcoming and safe space to receive deeply nourishing Spiritual Hawaiian Lomilomi Massage 🏳️‍⚧️💗🏳️‍⚧️

All of our amazing certified Lomilomi Practitioners work to provide a space of ALOHA (unconditional love) for everyone, and we all offer trauma informed care.

For the next two months, those of us who are able to, are offering 20% off all Lomilomi sessions for anyone who is trans, in solidarity and support of our community.

For information about our practitioners in QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC please click on the link below.

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20% discount is being offered until the 15th April with the following practitioners:

🌿CHARLIE SNOW - Brisbane QLD
(Meanjin, Turrbal/Yuggera Nations)

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🌿ALICE PEEBLES - Upwey VIC
Dandenong Ranges (Wurundjeri, Kulin Nation)

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🌿LIZZIE DOYLE - Sunshine West VIC
Melbourne (Bunurong land, Naarm, Kulin Nation)

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🌿KLAUDIA OZGA - Heidelberg West VIC
Melbourne (Wurundjeri - Kulin Nation)

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🌿DAN FRANKEL - Fitzroy, Melbourne VIC
(Ngár-go, Kulin Nation)

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🌿NOAH HANCOCK - Castlemaine VIC
(Dja Dja Wurrung, Kulin Nation)

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🌿DAHNA MCCONNACHIE - Kaleen ACT
Canberra (Ngunnawal Country)

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Daniel (Dan) Frankel (He/Him) – Manual Therapy Practitioner

Dan Frankel is a dedicated and highly skilled manual therapy practitioner with over 15 years of experience and nearly 15,000 hours of hands-on practice. Known for his compassionate approach, Dan specializes in creating client-centered, process-oriented sessions that promote healing, self-discovery, and personal growth.

Dan’s journey into bodywork began in 2004 when he studied Zen Shiatsu at the Australian Shiatsu College (ASC) in Collingwood. After a brief hiatus working in aged and disability care, he rediscovered his passion for bodywork through holistic embodiment practices. In 2008, Dan began the intensive two-year Diploma at ASC, which he completed in 2010, laying the foundation for his professional practice.

Professional Development and Expertise

Dan’s commitment to lifelong learning has led him to study a range of modalities and techniques, including:

Dr. Manaka Protocols (2011) with Paul Movsessian.

Trauma Studies with The Science of Touch and Jessica Maguire's Vagus Nerve Intensive Program.

Lomilomi Practitioner Training (2019) with Kumu Charlie Snow, becoming one of Australia's senior practitioners and certified teachers of this lineage.

Urban Ta**ra (2020) with Barbara Carrellas.

Wheel of Consent Professional Training (2022), refining his approach to communication and client-led care.

Pranayama Teacher Training (2023) with Uma of Breath of the Heart Yoga (BOTH).

Dynamic Myofascial Manipulation (2024) with Brad from LionsBreath Wellness.

Clinical Practice and Philosophy

Dan launched his clinical career in 2010, practicing at the Japanese Bath House while managing his private clinic, "Shiatsu Dan," at the Abbotsford Convent and Four Sessions Wellness Centre. In 2013, he founded Melbourne Shiatsu in Fitzroy (Ngargo, Naarm), where he continues as owner, manager, and lead therapist. From 2018 to 2022, Dan also managed and practiced at Acufitz, a community acupuncture and meridian massage clinic.

Dan’s approach is rooted in finding each client’s unique emotional language, holding a non-judgmental space, and fostering deep connection. His sessions focus on releasing old patterns, completing unresolved internal sequences, and addressing the root causes of concerns. By integrating his training in the Wheel of Consent, Dan prioritizes clear communication and a loving, intuitive presence, helping clients explore their authentic needs without shame or stigma.

Core Beliefs and Impact

At the heart of Dan’s practice is the belief that healing begins when people are seen for who they truly are. Whether facilitating cathartic emotional releases, guiding clients through embodied sensory expressions, or simply co-regulating in a shared space, Dan brings a deep sense of empathy and care to every session.

Dan welcomes clients from all walks of life, tailoring his work to support their individual paths toward well-being, resilience, and personal transformation.

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