Director & Senior Physiotherapist,  BHSc (PHYT)

Chris graduated from AUT in 2003 and has been working in the musculoskeletal physiotherapy field since. He has spent time working in New Zealand, Ireland and in the UK. Chris has completed further training in Acupuncture & Pilates and has found great benefit to his patients' when incorporating these treatment methods. He also has further clinical interest in Running Biomechanical Assessments and Shoulder rehabilitation. Chris believes in a hands-on treatment approach but also feels that education is key to injury management.

Chris has played rugby most of his life, including semi-professionally in Ireland and England. Now that his playing days are behind him you will see Chris out running around the Mount and surfing any chance he gets. Chris also has interests in Triathlon, skiing/snowboarding, and fishing.

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Physiotherapist,

 Freya graduated from Physiotherapy at University College Dublin in 2017. After working with rugby and Gaelic football clubs in Ireland, she moved to New Zealand in 2018 and fell in love with her second home. After spending three winters snowboarding in Queenstown, you will now find Freya exploring all the natural beauty the North Island has to offer.

Freya draws on a variety of modalities in her physiotherapy practice which are tailored to the needs of the individual. These include exercise prescription, manual therapy, dry needling and an emphasis on education to empower patients on their rehabilitation journey. She believes in a holistic approach to health and is passionate about helping people get back to doing what they love.

In 2021, Freya decided to undertake training in pelvic health physiotherapy. Encouraged by the enthusiasm and passion of her tutors, she took up a role in pelvic health at Tauranga Hospital and has gained invaluable experience treating women and men of all ages with pelvic dysfunction. This includes bladder and bowel issues, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction and pelvic organ prolapse.

Freya is now offering Pelvic Health physio to our patients on Tuesdays and Thursdays at our Dee Street clinic. If you are interested in learning more, please call our reception and we will be happy to help.

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Senior Osteopath and Physiotherapist

Esteban brings over a decade of expertise having both a Physiotherapy and an Osteopathy degree specialising in physical rehabilitation. With his extensive background, he is adept at providing comprehensive care and personalised treatment plans to address a wide range of pathologies and promote overall wellness.

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Acupuncturist

Filipe is an acupuncturist trained by the New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine (NZCCM) in Auckland. He has learned from and has been supervised by some of the most skilled and experienced Chinese medicine practitioners in New Zealand. His interests in health go beyond Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), they also include yoga, nutrition, psychology and neuroscience. Filipe is keen to get you pain-free and help you to recover from any injuries. However, he enjoys practising the full spectrum of TCM and can treat many other issues such as digestive complaints, insomnia, stress, psycho-spiritual challenges, infertility and others.

Besides his Bachelor of Health in Acupuncture, he also has another Bachelor of Science in Biology which complements his understanding of the world and its organisms, including you. He is originally from São Paulo, Brazil and has been living in NZ since 2007. Recently moved back to Mount Maunganui which is a special place for him. When not working Filipe enjoys spending time with his partner, surfing, hiking in the Kaimai range and travelling.

Filipe is an ACC provider so can treat you at a subsidised rate under ACC. Please note Acupuncturists cannot register your injury/claim so you will need to see your Physio or GP to do this first.  Please contact us on 575 4080 to discuss if needed. 

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Pilates Instructor (Polestar)

Judy has returned to the BOP after several years in Auckland.
Judy has had a long career in fitness, teaching Jazzerjetics, aqua aerobics,Yoga, Pilates, Personal training and managing the ladies gym at Lesmills. Judy is passionate about Pilates and the self awareness that it promotes

Office Manager

Pam moved to the Mount from Feilding 6 years ago for a lifestyle change and to be closer to family in Auckland. Pam brings  with her 9 years management experience and a passion for people. Pam loves the beach, watching sport, walking, cycling & pilates. Pam also enjoys gardening, floral art & cooking.

Reception & Administration

Rachel joned us in 2013. Rachel moved here from Yorkshire in the Uk with her hubby and 2 kids. Rachel's background is in retail and wedding photography.

" I love sport ...all sport watching and playing although more watching than playing these days. I love cycling & been outdoors and love living in the bay ...no going back!"