About Paddington Clinic
Our Story
Paddington Clinic was established in 1983 by husband and wife team Peter Delaney and Mary Melling.
They spent 40 years refining treatments for hundreds of conditions. Since passing the business to their son Joel, they now focus on training and mentoring the team, whilst continuing to deliver treatments for their clients.
Our Team
We have an industry-leading team with vast experience in Acupuncture, Naturopathy, Herbal Medicine, Intuitive Energy Therapy and Massage.
These are some of the oldest systems of medicine on the planet and they can have a profound influence on your health and overall wellbeing.
Our Clinic
Joel runs the clinic and has developed a reputation for providing the very best natural health care in Brisbane and beyond.
Our practitioners love their work. They all attend regular seminars and workshops to update their skills, both in Australia and abroad.
Led by Joel Delaney, our team of Brisbane Natural Health practitioners have over 100 years of shared experience.
Our team is qualified to the highest level. They undergo in-house mentoring and training as well as further education through seminars and workshops.
Joel Delaney
Peter Delaney
Mary Melling
Meg
Paul Higgins
Kerry
Donna
Praw
Kerri-Ann
Megan
Senior Practitioner, Acupuncturist, Intuitive Energy Therapist
Joel Delaney
Joel is an acupuncturist with over 10 years of clinical experience.
He has trained and practiced acupuncture around the world and he receives regular and ongoing training from local and international experts. Joel has grown up with, and been surrounded by acupuncture and eastern medicine his whole life.
Both of Joel’s parents and brother are also acupuncturists, and Joel practices martial arts, meditation and embodies ancient eastern practices incorporated into a modern western lifestyle. As you can see, he lives and breathes acupuncture rather than it just being a job.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture)
- Bachelor of Science Human Movements
- Certificate in Advanced Acupuncture – Internship at Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine (China)
- Toyohari Style Acupuncture
- Manaka Style Acupuncture
- Kiiko Style Acupuncture
- Certificate in Japanese Acupuncture – Gynecological Problems, Immune Strategies, Knee and Foot Problems
- Sotai Alignment Therapy
- Member of ATMS (Australian Traditional Medicine Society)
- Member of AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency)
Senior Practitioner, Acupuncturist, Herbal Medicine Practitioner
Peter Delaney
Peter is one of the founding members of Paddington Clinic with his wife Mary Melling.
They began Paddington Clinic in 1983 and started practicing when acupuncture was in its early days of becoming known. Decades later, he has continued his passion exploring of this art since that time, and he thinks of his work as inspiring people to live better lives.
Peter attends regular trainings each year both in Australia and overseas and has been instrumental in bringing some of the world leading practitioners to Australia to further his own knowledge and those of his colleagues.
In his over 30 years of practice, Pete has trained in China, Japan, England and Europe with some of the world’s leading practitioners and has a wealth in knowledge in many areas of Chinese Medicine and Natural Medicine, combining both as needed to obtain the outcomes people are looking for.
Peter is also trained in neurological acupuncture, advanced moxibustion, children’s acupuncture and shiatsu massage.
Qualifications:
- Past Chairman of the Board of Directors Brisbane College of Traditional Acupuncture
- Bachelor of Acupuncture
- Diploma Chinese Herbal Medicine
- Certificate Toyohari Practitioner
- Certificate Manaka Acupuncture
- Certified Kiiko Style Acupuncture
- FSM (Frequency Specific Micro Current) Training
- Member of AACMA, AHPRA, Toyohari Association
Senior Practitioner, Herbal Medicine Practitioner, Acupuncturist & Naturopath
Mary Melling
Mary Melling founded Paddington Clinic in 1983 with her husband Peter Delaney.
She originally trained as a teacher in England but always had a passion in natural therapies. In 1981 she completed a diploma in Western herbal medicine and herbal medicine is still one of her greatest passions.
She went on to complete a degree in Naturopathy and in 1995 finished her advanced diploma in Acupuncture. During her years of practice she has also used her teaching skills to lecture in herbal medicine, naturopathy and massage.
Mary’s practice is a synthesis of naturopathic principles and acupuncture. In 2002 she completed her training in a Japanese style of acupuncture called Toyohari and this has lead her to frequent visits to Japan to train with the masters there.
Mary has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and experience over the years and her passion for helping clients to achieve their best health has never left her. Her experience has helped her to delve into complex conditions people present with whether it’s a fertility issue, a child’s health problem or chronic concerns with ageing.
Her love for her work has kept her inspired over the years to continue studying and she has kept up to date with many of the recent researches in all natural therapies.
Qualifications:
- Registered acupuncturist
- Toyohari and meridian therapist
- Naturopath
- Herbal medicine practitioner
- Bachelor of Health Science in Naturopathy
- Diploma in Herbal medicine
- Advanced Diploma of Applied Science in Acupuncture
- Certificate in Toyohari East Asian needle therapy
- Certificate in Manaka style acupuncture
- Certificate of Education
- Member of AHPRA, ANTA, NHAA and Toyohari Association
Acupuncturist
Meg
Meg is an acupuncturist at Paddington Clinic who also provides facial acupuncture, skin needling, LED light therapy and massage. With more than twelve years of experience in the skin health and wellness industry, she combines clinical expertise with a holistic approach to care.
Her work with acupuncture supports clients in restoring balance across body, mind and spirit, addressing both immediate concerns and long-term wellbeing. She also offers facial acupuncture for natural rejuvenation, skin needling and LED light therapy to promote healthy skin, and massage to release tension and support deep relaxation.
Meg’s practice reflects the values of Paddington Clinic, where the focus is on connection, care and meaningful transformation. She is committed to creating a professional and supportive environment in which clients feel understood, cared for and empowered in their health.
Acupuncturist & Herbal Medicine Practitioner
Paul Higgins
Paul has over 7 years experience as a specialist in Musculoskeletal Acupuncture with a qualification in Nutritional Medicine.
He has a passion for treating complex musculoskeletal and pain conditions. Paul has comprehensive experience working in a busy Physiotherapy clinic where he has been able to enhance his knowledge of combining Western and Eastern treatments.
He has trained extensively in specific treatments and techniques to help treat a wide range of pain disorders.
Paul incorporates a variety of Acupuncture and Manual Therapy into his sessions. He will often combine treatments such as Electro-Acupuncture, Cupping, Gua Sha, Tui Na Massage and Moxibustion to help improve the well-being of his patients.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor Of Health Science (Acupuncture)
- Advanced Diploma of Nutritional Medicine
Receptionist
Kerry
When you come to our clinic you’ll be welcomed by one of our team of receptionists Kerry, Donna, Kerri-Ann & Megan.
Receptionist
Donna
When you come to our clinic you’ll be welcomed by one of our team of receptionists Kerry, Donna, Kerri-Ann & Megan.
Massage Therapist
Praw
Praw is a dedicated and caring Remedial Massage Therapist who is passionate about helping people move better, feel better, and improve their overall wellbeing. With experience in both clinical and therapeutic massage settings, she takes a personalised approach to care, combining thorough assessment with tailored treatment plans to address each client’s individual needs.
Praw has experience working with a wide range of conditions, including muscular tension, chronic pain, postural imbalances, and stress-related complaints. Her treatment style integrates remedial massage, deep tissue techniques, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, cupping, relaxation massage, and traditional Thai massage to support recovery, reduce pain, and improve mobility.
Having worked in both busy spa environments and clinical training settings, Praw is committed to delivering professional, evidence-based care while creating a welcoming and comfortable experience for every client. She values building strong relationships with her clients and empowering them to take positive steps towards better health.
Praw holds a Diploma of Remedial Massage and continues to expand her knowledge through ongoing professional development in massage therapy and rehabilitation techniques. Her warm nature, attention to detail, and genuine desire to help others make her a valued member of the Paddington Clinic team.
Receptionist
Kerri-Ann
When you come to our clinic you’ll be welcomed by one of our team of receptionists Kerry, Donna, Kerri-Ann & Megan.
Receptionist
Megan
When you come to our clinic you’ll be welcomed by one of our team of receptionists Kerry, Donna, Kerri-Ann & Megan.
What type of therapy is right for me?
Understanding health can be difficult in our modern world. It’s not always easy to decide on what your best options are.
Paddington Clinic’s approach to healthcare involves our practitioners’ combined contributions to your health needs.
A plan is developed regarding therapies and an appropriate course of action. This step-by-step approach empowers you in the process of treatment, ensuring the best outcomes for your health.
Acupuncture
The acupuncture styles we use are gentle, and suited to everyone, including needle-shy patients and children. Acupuncture aims to return your spark for life rather than just being symptom-free.
Massage Therapy
An approach that promotes physical and mental well-being, massage not only addresses muscular tension but also enhances circulation, reduces stress, and supports natural healing processes.
Herbal Medicine
The use of plants, plant extracts and botanical substances for therapeutic purposes, drawing on a combination of traditional knowledge and scientific understanding.
Naturopathy
Combining ancient herbal wisdom and cutting edge science to support the systems of the body, utilising herbs, minerals and diet to support quick relief with lasting results.
Since 1983 we have helped more than 358,000 people from all over Brisbane
How do we get results?
40 years knowledge and experience
Peter and Mary Melling pass on a lifetime of knowledge through training and mentoring, and draw from the collective experience of our highly skilled, multifaceted team.
We match you with the right practitioner
We match you with a team member who has personally experienced what you are going through or have extensive experience in treating your conditions.
100% personalised care and support
The way symptoms present, conditions behave and the body responds are different for everyone. We tailor each and every treatment to achieve best result for you.