Now Open: This New Wellness Powerhouse in Eltham Is All About Gut Health
From nourishing meals at a 150-seater kitchen to mood-boosting mealtime rituals, the people at THERAPY believe your gut calls the shots.
In 2025, wellness is no longer confined to day spas, gyms and yoga studios. With the rise of health clubs that combine every facet of wellness under one roof, self-care is becoming as much about who you do it with as how you do it. You can now head to a holistic wellness hang-out with your coworking colleagues, or flex your membership to an exclusive private club. Now, a 5000-square-foot destination in Eltham is joining the fray in October — and it's bringing a fresh take onto the scene.
Gut health gets top billing here — THERAPY's sprawling 60-seater cafe and restaurant isn't your average whole foods spot. The menu ticks the boxes (hormone- and blood sugar-balancing meals with all the nutrient groups, plus all the "-free" options you can think of), but it's the mealtime rituals that make it interesting.
Kick off with an extra-virgin olive oil shot — great for antioxidant intake and even better for the beneficial gut bugs. Or sneak in some hydrogen therapy and Pulsett vagus nerve stimulation between bites, so you'll leave not just well-fed, but also destressed, recovered, digested and in a very good mood. For a quick sip, there are smoothies, fatigue-fighting adaptogen elixirs or tea blends promising more than hydration.
The onboarding process at THERAPY is more than just a tour of its state-of-the-art facilities. Set time aside for a detailed Brain-Body diagnostic that produces a personalised treatment plan tailored to each guest's current needs. For example, a prescription for digestion issues might be a signature 12-week Nervous System Reset designed to get your gut-brain connection back on track. Plans at THERAPY will also include serious mental and spiritual wellness services like psychology, EMDR therapy, cognitive training, sound healing and more — alongside fun recovery treatments like cryotherapy, infrared saunas, hyperbaric oxygen and IV drips.
When you're not in one of the 14 service rooms (and counting) getting pampered, sink into one of the plush lounge areas or check the board for activities. It's not all small talk here — the centre also hosts wellness circles, guest speaker events and evening book club dinners to round out the week.
THERAPY is set to open in October, and you can find out more about what the wellness centre will offer via the website.
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