About Us
Waitākere Health Hub is a multidisciplinary wellness clinic providing knowledgeable, honest, individualised care for the people of Auckland.
Utilising osteopathy, shockwave therapy, acupuncture, massage, romiromi, midwifery, tai chi, pilates and yoga with red light therapy and infrared sauna we provide the tools to help you take ownership of your own health.
Providing the services, through practitioners and partners, to aid your well-being.
Waitākere Health Hub started its existence as Waitākere Osteopathic Centre in 1993. It was located on Lincoln Road and by 2009 it was in the old Corban's Estate home opposite the arts centre on Great North Road until recently. Due to current redevelopments in the area we have relocated back to our origins and are now at 199B Lincoln Road.
This was an excellent time for the evolution of our company to Waitākere Health Hub, reflecting the additional services we provide. We see ourselves as a group of like-minded practitioners sharing our knowledge and differing practices with each other and our clients. We are here to help get you moving and back to doing the things you love. To make lasting changes that will benefit your health and life.
MEET THE TEAM
Vincent attained a master of Osteopathy and a Bachelor of Applied Science from Unitec Institute of Technology in New Zealand in 2015. After graduating he went to work in Australia for a few years and then brought his skills back to his home turf of West Auckland.
Vincent’s treatment style investigates causality of injury and aims to prevent recurrence of injury, not only with a structural and mechanical osteopathic approach, but by also providing clients with the knowledge they require to further maintain their wellbeing.
With an extensive background of playing and spectating rugby and baseball/softball, he has a keen interest in sports performance, injury prevention and rehabilitation. This was reflected in his research, where he worked with a Super Rugby franchise, analysing dysfunctional movement patterns and their potential to lead to the development of injury.
Vincent Reyland
Osteopath
Jonathan attained a Master of Osteopathy and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Biology) from Unitec Institute of Technology in New Zealand in 2015. After a career in basketball.
His approach to osteopathy is centred around evidence-based manual therapy, medical imaging and the treatment of acute musculoskeletal injuries. Utilising movement analysis to aid in injury prevention, rehabilitation, maintenance and performance, Jonathan aims to keep you away from needing to see your Osteopath for as long as possible and empower you to move better.
Jonathan conducted his Master’s Thesis out of AUT Millennium creating a first of its kind treatment protocol for improving vertical jump performance in professional Basketball players. He also specialises in Shockwave Therapy and has completed further postgraduate studies in Western Medical Acupuncture out of AUT and Child & Adolescent Health out of Ara Institute of Technology.
Jonathan Hall
Osteopath
Dewi Thomas
Dewi attained a master of osteopathy from unitec institute of technology in New Zealand in 2023. She holds a diploma in yoga and has also gained knowledge from several wananga as a Māori mirimiri and romi romi practitioner. She's currently completing a certificate in abnormal psychology. She has moved to us from Wellwest.
Dewi is a very compassionate practitioner who listens and is attentive to her patients needs. She draws upon several streams of knowledge, integrating osteopathic science, yoga philosophy, movement and breath. Dewi also weaves in seamlessly, the knowledge she has gained on her ongoing journey reconnecting to her Māori culture and did her masters on tikanga Māori and osteopathic practices.
Dewi has dabbled in many roles in her life which include, being a cleaner, working in hospitality, working on farms, being a student, being a mother, being a business owner. In her free time she likes to train Muay Thai, ride horses, take walks with her dog, and spend quality time with her son.
Osteopath and romiromi practitioner
Olivia attained a master of osteopathy from unitec institute of technology in New Zealand in 2023 and has moved to us from Wellwest.
Olivia believes in treating the source of your symptoms and actively collaborates with you throughout the management process to help get you back to your daily activities.
Olivia carries a holistic approach to osteopathy and specialises in structural
techniques, cranial osteopathy, and gentle techniques. Each session is tailored to
meet the specific needs of each client. Additionally, she has completed her research
on the management of endometriosis symptoms and understands how to assist you in managing gynaecological symptoms. This lady has some amazing healing hands.
Olivia Wells
Osteopath
Rachel Gotlieb
Acupuncturist and Pilates
Rachel is always saying she loves what she does! She loves the simplicity of Chinese medicine (CM).
She enjoys the mechanical aspect of musculoskeletal treatments. She uses CM to encourage faster healing and recovery and supplement the body's energy and postural awareness to prevent repetitive injuries from occurring. She also specialises in digestive issues, women’s health, ART and fertility as well as obstetrics. And teaches pilates classes, focusing on better postural alignment.
Rachel (Ngāpuhi) has always had a strong calling to her Chinese and Maori culture. Believing there are gems in the philosophies of indigenous cultures that should be passed into the fast-paced Western culture. Allopathic medicine has a reductionist approach, breaking down the individual pieces, whereas Chinese medicine is more holistic, looking at the interconnectedness of various signs and symptoms and the story they tell.
It is not about taking a path of meditation and abstinence but incorporating small conscious everyday acts that nurture you to well-being teaching yourself not to be too busy for you.
When not treating Rachel is chasing her 6-year-old child around and sorting things around the clinic.
Gareth Van Sambeek
Gareth completed his 4 years of study to gain his Bachelor of Health Science in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (CM) at the New Zealand School of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (NZSATCM) which is New Zealand’s leading institution of its kind.
He was first introduced to the concepts of CM through his involvement in Tai Chi and martial arts as they require an extensive understanding of human physiology and body movement. When learning martial arts, injuries are not uncommon, therefore acupuncture and tui-na (a Chinese form of massage) are often used to speed up recovery time.
Gareth has effectively treated a vast range of conditions and health concerns using Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture as well as modern methods and tools such as heat lamps, electro-acupuncture and fascial manipulation. These vary from treatment for injuries, musculoskeletal pain, headaches, digestive dysfunctions, mood disorders, and women’s health.
When not working with us Gareth is teaching and training at his martial arts school - Enlightenment Martial Arts in Mt Eden. When he isn't training or healing he is chasing his two little humans around.
Acupuncturist and Manual Therapist
Sarah Grogan
Acupuncture and Pilates
Sarah embarked on her career as a fashion designer, which led her on a captivating journey across the globe. It was during her extensive travels throughout Asia that she had a profound firsthand experience with the transformative benefits of Acupuncture, sparking a life-changing decision to boldy move to New Zealand to pursue a career change.
She dedicated herself to mastering the art of healing and holds a BHSc in Acupuncture from the New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine. In addition to her acupuncture expertise, Sarah is a certified Suna Pilates instructor, bringing a multifaceted approach to her treatments and rehabilitation.
Committed to preventative healthcare, she is a firm believer in the power of holistic well-being. Her interests extend beyond her professional pursuits, encompassing a love for global travel, ocean sports, international cuisine, and sustainable design. She has also played competitive club water polo for one of the oldest athletic clubs in the US sparking interest into how to help athletes prevent and deal with injury throughout their athletic career as well as after they've retired.
When she's not in the clinic, you'll find Sarah embarking on spontaneous road trips, seeking solace on remote beaches or casting a line.
Anna uses a holistic approach when working with people to form a personalised treatment plan aimed at helping to alleviate pain and tension while improving quality of movement and wellbeing. Whatever your occupation and whether you’re an athlete or a weekend warrior, Anna can tailor a treatment to support your individual needs and goals with a range of techniques including relaxation, deep tissue, myofascial, neuromuscular and therapeutic techniques.
Anna also incorporates appropriate self-care options such as stretches, exercises, and breathing and relaxation protocols that can be incorporated into daily life.
Anna is a registered massage therapist with Massage New Zealand who has recently graduated from the New Zealand College of Massage with a Level 6 Diploma of Remedial Massage.
Anna lives in Piha with her family. In her spare time she can be found in her garden, running on the Waitakere bush tracks, driving her teenager daughters around and playing competitive hockey.
Anna Shattky
Massage therapist
Our Partners
Rachael Hastings, Nicola Carmody, Bri Maddox, and Ellie Gee Cashmore love working with pregnant women through the process of childbirth and the postnatal period.
Pregnancy and childbirth is an amazing journey. At West Auckland Midwives, we support natural birth, and are highly trained to identify any problems to ensure mothers and babies are looked after with the utmost care.
Let our practice of expert midwives guide you through your pregnancy and childbirth journey.
West Auckland Midwives
Piripi (Ngāpuhi) is a romiromi practitioner working extensively in Aotearoa. Trained under the guidance of Te Maurea - traditional Māori healing. Romiromi massage is a form of tradtitional Māori healing that balances your physical mental, emotional, and spiritual energy. Piripi is ACC accredited to perform romiromi to aid you back to wellbeing.
Piripi also works with whakairo and the performing and creative Arts delivering Māori movement, taonga pūoro (Māori instruments/music/healing practices), taiaha (working with rākau/staff), and art wānanga and workshops. Piripi's recent work is in collaboration with The Dance Studies Department at The University of Auckland and Unitec, Ngā Waī a te Tūī Māori and Indigenous Research Centre around Indigenous perspectives on chronic pain, and the relationship between Uhi Moko and Romiromi.
Contact Piripi directly to make a booking.
Piripi Prem Kirton-Morunga
Romiromi
Ph: 021 071 7501
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Kate Dalliessi
Naturopath and Medical Herbalist
(BNHM)
Kate is a registered Naturopath and Medical Herbalist who is committed to offering holistic health support to individuals of all ages, from babies and children to teenagers and elderly.
She is most passionate about guiding individuals who struggle with skin conditions like eczema, acne, psoriasis and rosacea.
Like many Naturopaths, she was lead to specialising in this area of health after struggling with acne and eczema as a teen and young adult. This shared experience serves as the foundation to her compassionate approach and brings a level of understanding to the unique struggles of her clients.
Kate takes an integrative approach to dermatological conditions by combining evidence-based natural medicine with nutrition and lifestyle practices. She works to provide symptomatic relief as well as working to identify the underlying cause and common triggers such as stress, gut health, environmental factors, diet, toxins and hormones.
Beyond addressing the external symptoms, Kate also enjoys imparting important knowledge to her clients and believes in empowering individuals to better understand their bodies and recognise their individual needs. This personalised approach helps to equip individuals with the tools to take charge of their own health and well-being journey throughout their Naturopathic sessions and beyond.
Kate Duder
Kate from Inside Matters has partnered with us to bring her passion of red light therapy and infrared sauna to us all.
A little from Kate..
"I started to look into the benefits of red light therapy and infrared sauna a few years ago when researching alternative treatments to support my health. I have a genetic condition called Elhers Danlos Syndrome which has lead to hypermobility, body pain (similar to Fibromyalgia), ME/Chronic fatigue, low blood pressure and digestive issues. I understand the challenges people with a chronic illness face in the mainstream medical system and and love working with others to help them support their wellbeing naturally from their own homes. Since I started using red light therapy and sauna I have noticed improved energy and less body pain. I am excited to be able to offer to make these treatments accessible to others with the same or similar conditions. We have shorter time sessions available to enable you to start slow and build up your tolerance so please reach out to discuss these".
Kate is also an essential oils specialist and is happy to help with any questions on how essential oils could complement your body treatments at Waitakere Health Hub, help your recovery from injury and support your mental and physical health.
Darran Ingram
Certified Somatic Trauma Therapist,
Life Coach,
Internationally Certified Breathwork Facilitator
Professional Health Coach
Ph: 027 626 9515
Experience the powerful combination of Breathwork, Somatic Trauma Therapy, and Transformational Coaching with Darran Ingram. These three modalities work synergistically to help individuals achieve healing and transformation in mind, body, and spirit.
Breathwork allows you to access deeper states of consciousness, release stuck energy, and activate your body's natural healing abilities. Breathwork can help individuals release emotional and physical tension, reduce stress and anxiety, and gain a deeper understanding of themselves.
Somatic Trauma Therapy focuses on releasing tension and pain stored in the body. Somatic Trauma Therapy is a form of therapy that focuses on the connection between the mind and body. It recognizes that past traumas and experiences can be stored in the body as tension and pain, and works to release this tension through gentle movement, and mindfulness practices. Somatic trauma therapy can help individuals reconnect with their body's innate wisdom, release emotional and physical blocks, and achieve a sense of wholeness and fulfilment.
Transformational Life Coaching helps individuals overcome limiting beliefs and behaviors to reach their full potential. Darran also offers personalized health recommendations based on epigenetics to support your overall wellness. Transformational coaching can help individuals gain clarity, confidence, and a sense of purpose.
Crystal Sound Healing is another powerful tool used to promote balance and healing in the body and mind. It's a non-invasive and natural way to reduce stress, anxiety, and physical pain, and to improve your mood and energy levels
Unlock your inner healing power and achieve a life of wholeness and fulfillment with Darran's integrated approach to healing and transformation.
Jason Swaffield
Psychology Counsellor and Zone therapist
Ph: 022 474 2550