SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST TIER

2-19 YEARS EXPERIENCE + COMPLETED POST-GRAD TRAINING

Advanced Care for Complex and Recurring injuries

Our Senior Physiotherapists bring 4–19 years of hands-on experience plus post-graduate certifications — giving you deeper expertise for conditions that need more than a standard consultation. If you have a simple strain or sprain, they also excel in getting you back to what you love quickly.

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MEET THE TEAM - Your Senior Physiotherapists

Each clinician brings a distinct skillset. Click any profile to book directly with that physio.

Renee Wh (14)

MIRA BOEYENS

Senior Physiotherapist, Yoga and Pilates Instructor
SBSc (Hons); Clinical Pilates Instructor, Member of McKenzie Institute, Post Grad Diploma student
Special interests;Neurology/Spinal Pain (Neck and Lower Back), Rheumatology, Sports Injuries, Clinical Pilates and Yoga

Mira is passionate and enthusiastic physiotherapist. She is an avid movement practitioner! She’s qualified as both a yoga and pilates instructor and enjoys incorporating movement therapy into the rehabilitation process, for both physical healing and stress management.

Renee Wh (13)

Niamh knightly

Senior Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor & DRY NEEDLING + Breathing retraining
BHSc (Hons), Clinical Pilates Instructor
Special interests; Musculoskeletal rehab including back, neck, shoulder, knee, hip, and ankle injuries. Clinical Pilates and dry needling. Breathing retraining for anxiety, panic disorders, hyperventilation syndrome, asthma, COPD, and other respiratory conditions.
Her approach combines manual therapy techniques such as dry needling, joint mobilizations, and trigger point release with a strong foundation in evidence-based rehab. Whether it’s through calming breathwork or dynamic Pilates sessions, Niamh is passionate about guiding each individual on their unique journey toward recovery, resilience, and holistic well-being.
Renee WH (18)

JAMES FLANNERY

Senior Physiotherapist, SPORTS PHYSIO
BPhty, PGDip (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy)
Special interests; Sports Injuries, Neck injuries, Headache and Concussion.
James Flannery graduated from the University of Otago in 2013, and later completed his Pg.Dip in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at AUT in 2016. James focuses on patient education and empowerment, exercise focused rehabilitation and manual therapy.
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JULIE BLADES

Senior pelvic health & MSK Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy (2014), WHTA Pelvic Health Trained, Dr. Melissa
Davidson credentialed, SOMM Cervical Spine / Upper Limb, PAANZ Dry Needling.
Special interests; Pelvic Health, pessary fittings, pelvic girdle disorders, musculoskeletal physiotherapy, strengthening and conditioning.
As a Women’s and Pelvic Health Physio, Anna relies on current and up to date evidence based practice to address concerns such as SUI (stress urinary incontinence), POP (pelvic organ prolapse) including pessary fitting for POP or continence, OAB (overactive bladder), anorectal dysfunction (constipation or fecal incontinence, and all things bowel/anal related), PFMT (pelvic floor muscle training), as well as the management of pre and post natal concerns such as PRPGP (pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain) and stocking fittings for varicosities, exercise in pregnancy, and post natal checks.Julie believes in the power of knowledge, and feels clients benefit best when they have a level of understanding around their presenting concern.
Renee WH (19)

LAURA CUNHA

Senior Physiotherapist and Pilates Instructor
SBSc (Hons), Clinical Pilates Instructor, MPNZ
Special interests; Sports Therapy and Exercise, Clinical Pilates
Laura has 5 years experience as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist and Clinical Pilates instructor. Originally from Brazil, she has worked internationally, including the UK where she completed her Master's in Sports Therapy and Exercise Medicine. Laura combines clinical expertise with mindful movement to help you build strength, improve alignment and move with confidence.
Renee WH (20)

CHLOE VENTER

Senior Physiotherapist, Pilates instructor, Dry needling.
Senior Physiotherapist Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy), Pilates instructor, Dry needling.
Special interests; Pilates, dry needling, manual therapy & sports massage.
Chloe's holistic approach blends manual therapy, dry needling, sports massage, and exercise-based rehabilitation to create practical, evidence-driven treatment plans. She is passionate about empowering clients to understand their bodies, develop confidence in movement, and achieve lasting strength and wellbeing.

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HELEN VAN PRAAGH

director, Senior Physiotherapist, Pelvic Health and Pilates Instructor
SBSc (Hons), 2005; Clinical Pilates Instructor, MPNZ, Post Grad Diploma 2018
Special interests; Movement retraining, pelvic health, lower back/pelvic/hip problems, and Clinical Pilates.
Helen has had extensive Pilates training including completing her Polestar Pilates rehabilitation training in 2012. She uses manual physiotherapy and her Pilates skills concurrently to treat both acute and overuse injuries, which she finds a great combination. She believes in a holistic approach, striving always to find a cause, work towards prevention and teach her clients about their body and the root problem.
Renee Wh (5)

paul white

Senior Physiotherapist, Running Coach
BHSc, Post Grad Certificate in Manual Therapy, 2002
Special interests; Running injuries, sporting injuries, return to sport programs.
Paul's real passion is the assessment and treatment of everything running related. Paul was lucky to learn from some of the world leading running analysts in the UK. Through this experience he has developed a way to teach people to run that considers a person's weaknesses in order to make improvements and highlight their strengths.

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PHYSIO TIER

If you're dealing with a first-time injury like an ankle, knee, or shoulder sprain, our physiotherapists can help. They can manage most injuries and, if your recovery isn't progressing as expected, we offer free second opinions with our senior staff to help you recover faster.

CHOOSE YOUR PHYSIO HEREMASTERS PHYSIOTHERAPIST TIER

For recurring injuries or persistent pain that hasn’t improved, our master's-trained physiotherapists are the experts to see. With over 17 years of experience and a Master's degree in Physiotherapy, they are highly skilled in handling tough cases.

CHOOSE YOUR MASTERS PHYSIO HERE

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