Meet our colonic hydrotherapists

Sara Canney is a qualified colonic hydrotherapist and naturopath with over 15 years of clinical experience in digestive health and detoxification. She combines closed-system colon hydrotherapy with naturopathic care to support clients through gentle, effective gut restoration.

Years of hands-on detox and colonics experience

Sara's interest in colon hydrotherapy was sparked early in her career, working alongside experienced practitioners who demonstrated the role colonics can play in supporting digestion, detoxification and broader health outcomes. In 2010 she accepted a role at a respected detox and wellness retreat on Koh Samui, Thailand, spending 18 months managing therapeutic detox and wellness programs for an international clientele — an immersive experience that gave her a depth of practical detoxification expertise rarely found in standard clinical settings. She returned to Australia in 2012, formally trained in closed-system colon hydrotherapy, and has offered it as a core part of her practice ever since.

A naturopathic foundation

Sara has practised as a naturopath since 2008, beginning at a busy clinic in Potts Point, Sydney, where she developed a strong clinical focus in digestive health, mood, stress, fatigue and immune support. That foundation underpins every colonic consultation — clients get a practitioner who understands the digestive system clinically, not just procedurally.

Clinical focus

Sara works extensively with constipation and irregular bowel motility; IBS, SIBO, candida and inflammatory bowel conditions; bloating, intestinal permeability and food sensitivities; skin concerns linked to digestive imbalance; fatigue, burnout and the after-effects of long-term stress on gut function; and general detoxification support.

Her integrative approach

Sara's combined training lets her tailor each session to the client in front of her. Where appropriate, colon hydrotherapy is supported by evidence-informed dietary and lifestyle guidance, herbal medicine, nutritional supplementation and — where clinically indicated — pathology testing or functional assessments such as microbiome testing.

Recognition and published work

Sara has contributed health articles to Cosmopolitan Magazine and Australian Natural Health Magazine, and has worked alongside leading naturopaths and wellness practitioners in Australia and internationally.

Carmen Farrugia is a certified colonic hydrotherapist, registered midwife and fertility-focused naturopath with over 25 years of clinical experience. Her work bridges evidence-based maternity care with holistic detox therapies, helping women optimise their reproductive health through practitioner-guided, closed-system colonic irrigation.

Fertility and hormone focus

In her Melbourne practice, Carmen provides colonic hydrotherapy to support digestive balance, reduce toxin load and prepare the body for conception. She works with women experiencing bloating, constipation, hormonal imbalances, fatigue or menstrual irregularities — all of which can interfere with fertility. By gently stimulating the colon and encouraging detoxification, she helps create a healthier internal environment for hormone regulation and reproductive function.

Clinical background

Carmen's expertise is rooted in both conventional and natural health care. She held a long-standing role at the Royal Women's Hospital, where she developed antenatal care protocols, mentored midwives and led women-centred care across outpatient services. She has also authored a pregnancy eBook and delivers practitioner education in natural fertility and conception support.

Whether you're planning for pregnancy, managing hormonal changes, or simply after a full-body reset, Carmen's sessions are unhurried, thoroughly screened and tailored to what you're actually working towards.

Vanessa Bruce is a certified colonic hydrotherapist with a Diploma in Remedial Massage and over a decade of clinical experience in bodywork and digestive support.

Massage-informed colonics

Her background in therapeutic massage lets her integrate targeted abdominal massage techniques into colonic sessions — helping stimulate bowel movement, release gas and assist the elimination of stubborn waste. Treatments use a closed-system setup in a private treatment room, and suit anyone dealing with bloating, constipation or sluggish digestion, or simply wanting to detox and feel lighter.

Every session is guided by her calm, supportive approach and a deep understanding of the gut–body connection. Whether it's your first time or part of an ongoing wellness routine, Vanessa makes sure the experience is both effective and respectful.

Kass Sidley is a skilled colonic hydrotherapist with more than a decade of experience in digestive health and bodywork. Her qualifications — an Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy, Certificate IV in Massage, Certificate III in Fitness and a Certificate in Colonic Hydrotherapy — give her a well-rounded understanding of the body and how to support it through gentle, hands-on therapies.

Abdominal technique

With a strong foundation in therapeutic massage, Kass integrates abdominal techniques into her colonic sessions to stimulate natural bowel movement, ease bloating and help release trapped gas and stubborn waste. Treatments are performed using a closed-system setup in a private, peaceful environment — well suited to constipation, sluggish digestion, or a detox to feel lighter and more energised.

Known for her calm, compassionate manner, Kass creates a respectful and supportive space whether you're trying colonic hydrotherapy for the first time or folding it into an ongoing routine. As someone who lives an active lifestyle and understands the connection between digestion, energy and performance, she brings both empathy and clinical insight to every appointment.