Lynda joined our team at The Happy Spine as an experienced CA, as well as being a long-term patient, a supporter of chiropractic care and part of The Happy Spine family for over 5 years. She brings a genuine understanding of the benefits of regular care and loves being part of a team that helps people feel great and function at their best.
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Jess Ward
Jess is one of our warm and welcoming team members at The Happy Spine. With over 12 years’ experience working in chiropractic care — and nearly 10 years with our team — she’s seen firsthand how regular adjustments can make a real difference. Jess and her family love keeping their spines happy and healthy.
Jason Gillen
BSc. Dip. HSc.
Jason is a highly experienced remedial massage therapist with a deep understanding of the human body and movement. After practicing aikido and training in qigong, he found his passion for massage, earning his diploma in 2003. Since then, he has worked in diverse settings, including clinical physiotherapy and wellness clinics, refining a range of massage techniques. In 2008, he founded Sanctuary Remedial Massage on the Coffs Coast, creating a thriving practice known for personalised, results-focused care.
Dr Megan Northcote
Doctor of Chiropractic | B. Chiro SC | Master in Chiropractic & OMT – Oral Myofunctional Therapy, supporting tongue, mouth, and jaw function
Dr Megan’s chiropractic journey began as a teenager after a representative soccer injury led her to seek care from a chiropractor. Experiencing firsthand the difference it made to her recovery and overall wellbeing inspired her to pursue a career in chiropractic and sparked a passion for helping others move and feel their best.
Megan holds a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and a Master’s in Chiropractic, along with further training in oral myofunctional therapy, supporting tongue, mouth, and jaw function. She has a keen interest in all aspects of chiropractic care — from babies to seniors — and loves supporting functional movement, performance, and long-term wellbeing through chiropractic care with each adjustment.
Dr. Megan has been a chiropractor for 20 years and joined The Happy Spine team in 2017, bringing a wealth of experience and a caring, patient-centred approach to everyone she treats.
Dr Celia Burrows
Doctor of Chiropractic | Founder of The Happy Spine Since 2015 | BSc. (Chiro) – Bachelor of Science in Chiropractic | ICCSD – Certified in Sports Chiropractic (International College of Chiropractic Sports Doctors) | DACCP – Postgraduate Diplomate in Paediatric Chiropractic (American Chiropractic College of Pediatrics) | OMT – Oral Myofunctional Therapy, supporting tongue, mouth, and jaw function
Dr Celia has experienced the benefits of chiropractic care throughout her life and has dedicated over 33 years to helping families move, feel, and live better. She has completed extensive post-graduate training in sports chiropractic, paediatrics, oral myofunctional therapy, and tongue-tie care, allowing her to provide gentle, tailored care for babies, children, and adults.
Celia is passionate about listening to her patients and guiding them toward whole-lifestyle choices that support long-term health and wellbeing. Her own love of cycling and swimming reflects the active, balanced lifestyle she encourages for all her patients.