Chris Rowse

Osteopathy

Chris graduated from a 4-year full time Osteopathic course in London in 1983 and moved back to New Zealand in 1984. Chris started working in Nelson but then moved to Christchurch. He worked there full time until 1999, establishing a Health Centre with up to 9 practitioners working there. He moved to Golden Bay in 1999 with his wife and together started Golden Bay Health Centre and have worked there since with multiple practitioners.

He trained as a yoga teacher prior to his Osteopathic training and encourages the use of specific stretching exercises with his treatments. He has lectured extensively to medical training and nursing courses, as well as health support and specialist groups. He has a particular empathy with chronic pain and spinal problems and enjoys helping people with hard to fix big or little pains and aches. I also treat babies and children as well as those of all ages.

Chris founded and directs an environmental charity, and along with his wife, Silvia Schneider-Rowse, have an organic orchard supplying local outlets. Chris enjoys golf, and together they enjoy walking, travel and time with their family and grandchildren.

For more information email: 11nikaus@gmail.com
020 4111 2626

Tudor Burchill

Physiotherapy

He is hands-on physiotherapist using “precise movement and strength analysis” that inform his selection of manual techniques. Detailed exercise prescription also complements his work, and he runs Pilates classes regularly – just contact him for details. He is a keen outdoors person and can often be found at Payne’s Ford climbing the cliffs there.

For more information go to the website: takakaphysiotherapy.com
021 207 6256

Inga Schmidt

Chiropractic

Inga takes a wholistic approach with the aim to improve overall function and wellbeing, and to enhance your body’s ability to heal itself. She uses a variety of techniques including amongst others Thompson drop, activator, as well as cranial sacral therapy.

She really enjoys working at the Golden Bay Health Centre and likes learning more about new developments in health care.

For more information go to the website: healthfocus.co.nz
021 180 7798

Camilla Carr

Myofascial Remedial Massage

Camilla currently practices in Takaka and on-site. She sees clients for all aspects of massage, specialising in remedial, myo fascial, pregnancy, sport and deep tissue.

In 2022 Camilla certified in oncology massage and in 2023 gained certification in oncology scar therapy, helping clients with scars old and new, increasing range of motion and reducing scar tissue constriction. Camilla’s previous occupation as a chef for over 35years is still ongoing as she teaches online cooking classes at her glamping business in Takaka.

For more information go to the website: goldenbayglamping.co.nz/collections/massage
027 349 9950

Vincent Louys

Osteopathy & Acupuncture

Vincent enjoys outdoor activities; paragliding and he is a writer.

For more information go to the website: res-source.com
020 4197 7800

Marie-Laure Darricarrere

Pain relief, Pilates, Qigong & Energy healing

You will leave her sessions feeling rejuvenated and ready for your healing journey. Marie-Laure enjoys being in nature, gardening and cooking.

For more information go to the website: res-source.com
021 0279 3739

Lisa Simons

Ear Health

For more information go to the website: www.clearmyears.nz
027 255 0570

Rose O’Connor

Psychologist

Rose has experience working with young people and adults. Her qualifications include a Masters in Science with Distinction and a Postgraduate Diploma endorsed in Child and Family Psychology. She is a member of the NZ Psychological Society.

When Rose isn’t working, she’s hanging out with her son or walking on the beach. She loves to read and listen to podcasts about all things parenting and matrescence (the transition from maiden to mother).

For more information email: oconnorose@gmail.com
022 078 0296

Sue Merrick

Dental Technician

Sue graduated from University of Wales Cardiff after studying Dental Technology then worked as a Dental Technician in Cardiff and London for a number of years before eventually immigrating to New Zealand 14 years ago.

Once settled in New Zealand Sue trained and graduated in 2009 from University of Otago Dental School as Clinical Technician having gained her P.G.Dip. Clin. Dent.

0800 295 900 or 027 235 1005