I achieved my latest qualification (BTEC level 5 Diploma) at the Oxford School of Sports Massage, which is recognised as the highest qualification in the UK and accredited by the Sports Massage Association.

As a new therapist to Absolute Therapy, I am keen to flourish in a clinical environment, meeting new clients and therapists. After running my own successful private clinic in Warwickshire England, I moved to New Zealand in April 2017 to extend my knowledge and experience to a new level.

In my treatments, I like to focus in soft tissue manipulation, muscle energy techniques, myofascial release, positional release techniques, neuromuscular techniques, body mechanics, rehabilitation, remedial exercises and stretches for injury prevention and therapeutic purposes.

My greatest area of interest in my work is to understand and respect every client I treat as individuals. We all possess unique physical, physiological and psychological characteristics; therefore it is essential that treatment be tailored to accommodate each client’s requirements. I like to consider myself as a 'musculoskeletal detective' as it is my aim to problem-solve the clients reason for visiting, by recovering a restored and balanced body.

For those of you that don’t know me yet, I look forward to meeting you all!

I have lived in and travelled many places in Europe and Australia working as a self employed Massage Therapist and tutor along the way. I have been part of the Governance Group overseeing the development of the new qualification pathway for Massage within New Zealand that has been submitted to NZQA. In November 2013 I expanded from one room and took over as the Managing Director of Absolute Therapy Ltd.

Where Massage is concerned, I am motivated and active in the industry and I love my work which I approach with a genuine interest for each person. I particularly love the relief people talk of after receiving on-going Massages from me and the subtle (and sometimes not so subtle) changes in the way they relate to their body as they reconnect with themselves. A lot of my work is with regular clients giving weekly or fortnightly "maintenance massage" which helps people manage the fast pace of their busy lives. I also do a lot of rehabilitation type work spending 6-8 sessions with people, initially quite close together and then spreading them out as we begin to see results. These people may also getting Physiotherapy post injury (sporting or other) or they may have chronic conditions/physical ailments that need regular attention to maintain functionality and to manage pain levels - these can be things like OOS, frozen shoulders, sciatica, joint reconstruction (post-surgery recovery), and much more. MassageTherapists from around town also seek me out for their own preventative or maintenance treatments and I personally receive regular fortnightly massage the Therapists at Absolute Therapy.

On the business side of things, I love the challenges and learning's I get daily and feel like I am only limited by my own imagination. I would like to get creative with my business model and look at running my business on more of a Social Enterprise model. Social Enterprises appeal to me because I feel they are essentially community minded, ethically run businesses using a sustainable business model.

I am compelled to work towards lifting the usual approach towards, and standard of, Massage as an industry from both the public and practitioner view points. I am focused on running a business that offers a range of professionals who provide quality treatments and prioritise results and customer satisfaction.

Absolute Therapy has a unique ambiance, is a pleasure to visit and you'll see that the staff love working here too.

Claire’s desire to become a naturopath was inspired by a passion to help and heal people, to improve awareness of foods and nutrition and to create a better understanding of health in general, with an aim to integrate traditional medicines with modern medicines. Claire’s love for natural medicines came from a childhood surrounded by organic food and herbal remedies, giving her a strong knowledge and background in using natural ways for treating illness.

Claire earned her Bachelor of Naturopathy at Wellpark College of Natural Therapies in Auckland. Claire is a member of the NZ Society of Naturopaths and belongs to the NZ branch of the Australasian Integrative Medicine Association (AIMA).

Claire aims to ensure that individual wellness plans reflect individual goals and take into account the difficulties of making changes in our busy lifestyles today. Conditions may include low energy and fatigue, hormonal issues, digestive and bowel disorders, nervous system problems including stress and anxiety, insomnia, skin problems, weight management, poor immunity and/or allergies.

Visit Claire's Naturopathy website: www.clearanddandy.co.nz

Davide brings his skills to our team as a Physiotherapist specialized in spinal problems and sports injuries. His treatments have a distinctive style representative of his time in Italy where he practiced for many years in different environments as a qualified Physiotherapist. Davide also works as a Personal Trainer. His interests include sport, health and fitness and Krav Maga (self defence). He loves talking to his clients about their activities and the effects these have on their bodies as well as advising them how to perform these correctly.

'I am passionate about my work. Relieving people's pain and helping my clients feel better keeps me constantly challenged, as well as motivated to do the best job possible.'

I have worked in the Beauty Industry for the best part of 10 years. From Natural Skin Care Companies, Specialised Waxing Clinics, Beauty Therapy, Aromatherapy and Wellness Consulting.

I am now even more passionate about helping my clients achieve great health inside and out, and realise the importance of good health and how this affects your skin. I grew up with natural health care, and the choice to study Homeopathy was a simple one. I am currently in my 4th and final year.

I am excited to be working in a progressive clinic alongside like-minded colleagues where I hope to eventually combine my Beauty Therapy skills with Homeopathy. I look forward to seeing clients both regulars and new, at Absolute Therapy.