Osteopath • Cranial Biodynamic • Paediatric • Gentle • Effective Approach

Ruth and Sarah-Jane, our Principal Osteopath, graduated together from the British School of Osteopathy in 1998 and she moved to New Zealand in 2001. Ruth has a wealth of medical and anatomical knowledge that will benefit patients of all ages and stages.

Ruth loves working with children and young people and embraces the challenge of general practice and the diverse issues that present for treatment every day.

Ruth prefers a cranial approach, which uses a light-targeted touch to bring about balance. It can have the most immediate/profound effects on newborns, but this is a deep form of healing that is effective for people of all ages—supporting the body to find health.

Since 2019, Ruth has been a founding volunteer for the Osteopathic Children’s Foundation in Hamilton, where she continues to offer free treatment to babies and children in need. Ruth previously worked at Helensville Birthing Centre and is in private practice in Milford and Muriwai.

No doctor’s referral is required. Ruth is a Primary Healthcare Provider and ACC registered and will take care of ACC documentation for you.

She lives on the West Coast with her grown-up children, garden and cats.

Osteopath • Cranial Biodynamic • Paediatric • Gentle • Effective Approach

Tania offers gentle, effective, hands-on, non-manipulative techniques.

• No Referral is necessary, I can do ACC documentation for you.
• Mum & Baby Post-Graduate Studies in Paediatrics
• Concussion • Migraines • Headaches
• Neck & All Back Pain
• Posture • Arthritis • unwind chronic long-standing issues & injuries
• Physical-Body Muscle Tension Release for body stresses and strains, ankles, shoulders & more.
• Mind-Body Nervous System Reset to reduce anxiousness & other stress conditions

Post-Graduate Studies in; Myofascial Release • Ligament Balancing •  Biodynamic Cranial Techniques

Tania has been a valued member of our team since 2020. She is well known for achieving excellent results and treating a wide range of issues for you and your family at different ages and stages.

“I’m passionate about Yoga, meditation and mindfulness, most weekends you will find me immersed in nature, hiking, biking, dancing or on the water.”

Since 2019, Tania has been a founding volunteer for the Osteopathic Children’s Foundation in Hamilton, where she continues to offer free treatment to babies & children in need.

No doctor’s referral is required I am ACC registered and will take care of ACC documentation for you.

Cranial Osteopath, Paediatrics

Justine offers a deep understanding of your physiology and medical anatomy. Treating a wide range of conditions, Justine applies cranial and gentle structural techniques with excellent results. She is well known for her sense of empathy, warm nature and fine-tuned diagnostic skills.

Several years clinical experience in France – As an Osteopath Justine has worked synergistically with health professionals; dentists, podiatrists, ophthalmologists, physiotherapists. She volunteered treating athletes in Ironman & training running events, touch rugby tournaments plus the Paris and Lyon marathons.

• Acute sports and work related ACC accidents
• No doctor’s referral required I am ACC registered and will take care of ACC documentation for you.
• Paediatrics specialist. Mums, babies, toddlers
• Pain relief for musculoskeletal and headaches
• All back & neck, general aches and pains
• Chronic conditions related to posture both new and old.
• Release techniques for whole body stresses and strains
• Postural issues, ergonomy improvement work related
• Justine is bilingual in French & English, both the written and spoken word.

“Having traveled around the world I have chosen New Zealand to call home because I admire the kindness of the people, the great Kiwis’ lifestyle and the amazing nature (that it offers)! I am loving Ponsonby perched above one of the most beautiful natural harbours and the stimulating surrounding communities, parks, cafe, restaurants and arts. My happy time is spent exploring beaches, mountains; enjoying nature, cooking & baking, gardening and I love my Osteopathic practice!”

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Justine Dufoulon

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Structural (direct approach) and Cranial Osteopath

Liane and Sarah-Jane, our Principal Osteopath, graduated together from the British School of Osteopathy. Liane has 22 years of experience operating her busy Private Osteopathic Clinic in London and Cape Town, S.A., attaining a wealth of medical and anatomical knowledge benefits patients of all ages and stages.

Liane uses gentle, effective structural techniques.  

• No doctor’s referral required.  I am ACC registered and will take care of ACC documentation for you.
• pain relief for all musculoskeletal dysfunction which manifests in back, neck and jaw pain (TMJ), sciatica, trapped nerves and disc problems, whiplash, repetitive strain injuries, tennis or golfers elbow, headaches and migraines & more.
• rehabilitative and muscle strengthening exercises
• referral to Pilates and/or Yoga classes where indicated.
• preventative & maintenance treatments for sports injuries, competitive cycling, running, horse riding, tennis, rugby, cricket and rowing to name a few.
• Mums, pre and post natal maternity, to assist with the changing demands placed on the spine and pelvis.

I’m the proud mother of two young men, my twenty year old is joining me here in Auckland studying for a sports science degree. We’re so looking forward to exploring New Zealand’s scenic beauty, walking and mountain biking in nature, snow skiing. We have a passion for animals, especially dogs and horses. Then there’s the world acclaimed cuisine and wine, our new homeland New Zealand really has it all!

Therapeutic Massage Practitioner

Kate is a highly-qualified Therapeutic Massage Practitioner offering you specialised techniques she has developed over many years to melt away your pain and tension.

• Deep Tissue and Relaxation Massage
• Cranio-Sacral and Myofascial Release
• ZenThai Shiatsu and Reiki Practitioner
• Somatic Therapy to overcome mental and physical trauma injuries, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and stress-related conditions.

9 years as a Massage Therapist.

4 years recently: Massage, Yoga Instructor, Wellness Coach, Retreat Leader at Aro Hā, a multi-award-winning wellness retreat in Glenorchy, New Zealand.

“I constantly find myself drawn towards activities that connect us all more fully to ourselves — a deeper connection to our physical selves. That’s what drove me to Therapeutic Massage; I love to share my knowledge and offer healing treatments for you.

I find my happy place scuba and free diving under our oceans: Caymans, Vanuatu, Colombia, Nicaragua, Mexico, marveling at coral and giant manta rays, exploring shipwrecks or swimming alongside calf whales in the lagoons of Tonga. I love sharing our deep blue water world and my knowledge as a dive instructor.

My other passions are theatre, dance, and performance. I’m thrilled to be with The Actors Program locally on K’Rd alongside such mentors and patrons as Jennifer Ward-Lealand and Sir Sam Neill — WOW, life is full!”

Contact Kate at kate.l.wilkins@gmail.com or ring/sms  021 085 07423

Cranial Biodynamic Osteopath

Sarah-Jane is the founder of Living Osteopathy Clinic and is one of the country’s most respected practitioners with over 28 years’ Osteopathic experience. She is taking time out of hands-on practice to develop a new opportunity.

Sarah-Jane hand picked our team of experienced osteopaths, she has personally worked alongside them all and highly recommends their skills.

She wishes to reassure all clients they are in good hands at Living Osteopathy.

“What a great team, look at those glowing GOOGLE reviews!”

Need to contact SJ? –  sj@livingosteopathy.co.nz Or 09 361 1147

GLOW therapeutic massage

With 11 years experience massaging including 4 years at the award winning Pullman Hotel Luxury Spa, Natasha offers several specialised techniques she has studied & developed.

• Melt into a therapeutic and relaxation massage blending eastern and western techniques using 100% pure French aromatherapy oils.
• You select from pamper, relaxing massages, deep tissue and detox treatments all geared towards healing your body and sore or tender muscles.
• Natasha’s goal is to release areas of tension and relax your mind and body.

“Ten fabulous years with AirNZ as a International flight attendant was fun but deep down I had a burn for a healthier lifestyle. Then bingo, I experienced my first massage and I was hooked!”