ATMS Business Success Weekend: Transition to Practice & Optimise Your Business 2026 - Melbourne

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ATMS Business Success Weekend: Transition to Practice & Optimise Your Business 2026 - Melbourne

Saturday 10th October– Transition to Practice + Drinks & Canapés Networking Event
Sunday 11th October– Optimise Your Business

TWO Days. One Goal. Your Business Success.

Join ATMS’ premier business growth event designed to help natural medicine practitioners launch, grow, and scale their businesses successfully. Whether you're starting out or ready to expand, this weekend delivers practical strategies, expert guidance, and powerful networking opportunities to support your journey.

"I am now armed with solid information on what is needed to start a practice and make it a success." – Past Transition to Practice Attendee

Transition to Practice – Saturday 10th October
Location: Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands
Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
CPE points: 6

Your Practical Guide to Starting and Growing a Thriving Clinic

Starting your own clinic is an exciting journey, but it can also feel overwhelming. Where do you begin? How do you attract clients? What about pricing, legal requirements, and financial management?

ATMS’ Transition to Practice (TTP) Seminar is here to help! Designed specifically for students and new graduates, this highly popular event provides practical guidance, expert insights, and step-by-step strategies to help you build a successful and sustainable natural medicine practice.

Whether you’re dreaming of your own wellness clinic, a home-based practice, or a mobile service, this event will give you the confidence and tools to turn your vision into reality.

Secure your spot today!

Drinks & Canapés Networking Event – Saturday 10th October

Connect, Collaborate, and Celebrate!

After an inspiring weekend, network with industry experts, suppliers, and fellow practitioners over drinks & canapés.
Connect and Celebrate Network with industry experts and fellow practitioners over drinks and canapés. FREE entry to the drinks and networking event but you will still need to book your spot.

"This was the best part! I made fantastic connections with like-minded practitioners and business mentors." – Networking Event Attendee

Location: To be announced
Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Optimise Your Business – Sunday 11th October
Location: Vibe Hotel Docklands
Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm | CPE Points: 6

Scaling your business for long-term success

This high-impact one-day seminar is designed for natural medicine practitioners who are ready to streamline, optimise, and scale their clinic with confidence.

“This seminar changed my mindset on business growth! I now have clear strategies to increase revenue and improve client retention.” – Optimise Your Business Attendee

What You’ll Learn

• How to use AI in healthcare to educate, document, and communicate

• Systems to automate workflows and enhance client experience

• Mindset and pricing strategies to increase income and fulfilment

• Legal foundations to protect your growing business

• Time-saving productivity hacks for busy practitioners

• How to build a Business Optimisation Plan that works

Who Should Attend?

✔ Natural health practitioners ready to grow and scale

✔ Business owners looking to streamline their operations

✔ Health professionals focused on long-term clinic success

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Walk away with a clear, practical plan and renewed motivation to optimise your clinic for future growth.

Registration Options:

Attend 1, 2, or all 3 events!

• Transition to Practice (Sat 10th October)

• Drinks & Canapés Networking Event (Sat 10th October)

• Optimise Your Business (Sun 11th October)

Meet the Presenters:

ATMS President: Rebecca Lang
Rebecca Lang is a Bachelor-qualified Naturopath with advanced diplomas in Nutritional Medicine and Western Herbal Medicine, and postgraduate training in Mental Health and Neuroscience, and currently finishing her Masters. She brings a multidisciplinary, evidence-informed approach to health that integrates neuroscience, lifestyle medicine, and trauma-informed care.

With over two decades of clinical and business experience, Rebecca works at the intersection of mental health, nervous system regulation, and whole-person healing. Her work focuses on understanding how trauma, chronic stress, and adversity impact the brain and body, and how recovery is supported through regulation, safety, and neuroplasticity rather than willpower alone.

Rebecca is the President of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS) and has held multiple board leadership roles, contributing to national advocacy, education, and professional standards within natural medicine. She is also the founder of multiple health and education initiatives spanning clinical practice, practitioner education, community mental health, and lifestyle-based prevention.

Her teaching style is grounded, compassionate, and science-led, making complex neuroscience accessible and practical for both practitioners and the broader community.

ATMS Director: Geraldine Headley

Geraldine Headley is a Naturopath, Herbalist, Hypnotherapist & Nutritionist based in Adelaide South Australia.

Integrating 25 years of paediatric nursing with 2 decades of naturopathy, Geraldine has worked in major hospitals, as well as 3rd-world communities around the globe, specialising in paediatric and adult surgery & medicine. Geraldine is dedicated to promoting natural medicine, especially physical therapies which she regularly enjoys!

For the last decade, Geraldine has dedicated her focus to complementary medicine, not just as a clinical practitioner, but as an educator and mentor. In 2017, she rolled out her highly successful mentorship – ‘The Graduate Program’ and educational offering ‘The Paediatric Online Practitioner Mastery Course’, and has since been nominated for a number of awards.

Her extensive professional & industry knowledge allows her to easily bring her own experiences into her clinic and her teaching, which promotes an unrivalled level of authenticity and guidance, confidence and nurturing with just a hint of sass.

ATMS CEO: Annie Gibbins
Annie Gibbins is the CEO of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS) and a highly regarded leader in the health and wellness industry. With a strong background in executive leadership, Annie is dedicated to supporting natural medicine practitioners in building thriving, sustainable businesses.

A seasoned speaker and business strategist, she is passionate about empowering health professionals with the tools, education, and advocacy they need to succeed. Annie’s leadership at ATMS is focused on innovation, growth, and strengthening the industry’s future.

Early Bird Prices (Available until: Saturday 29th August 2026)

Earn CPE points while gaining business-changing insights!

Secure your spot today and invest in your success!

REGISTER NOW!