Our true point of difference.
Olivia Leach
Physiotherapist
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Olivia is dedicated to helping individuals of all ages regain mobility and strength after injury so they can confidently return to the activities they love. She has a lifelong background in ballet and a special passion for working with dancers, helping them prevent and recover from injuries so they can maintain peak performance.
Her expertise in dance, movement, physiotherapy, and Pilates allows her to take a comprehensive approach to injury assessment and treatment. By identifying movement patterns and imbalances that may be contributing to ongoing issues, Olivia creates tailored rehabilitation programs designed to restore optimal function – helping you move with greater ease and freedom than ever before.
Ayla Galbraith
Physiotherapist
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- Physiotherapy
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Ayla has a special interest in sports injuries and management stemming from her background in competitive gymnastics and team sports medic experience. She also has a soft spot for older persons health and believes that moving well translates to feeling well. She will work with you to set and achieve goals with confidence in both yourself and your body. She will blend both traditional Physiotherapy treatment and the unique benefits of Pilates rehab to help you to keep doing what you love.
Alexis Dispenziere
Physiotherapist
“Breathing can be so underrated. It is the cornerstone of my practice to promote ease of movement, inner connectivity, and laughter during sessions. I specialize in Pelvic Health with orthopedic integration through manual therapy, functional exercise and clinical Pilates so my patients gain their autonomy back from all angles”
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- Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
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Book Alexis for all ACC & Private Physio and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy. Alexis studied physical therapy and earned a doctorate degree at Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (USA). In between classes and labs, she continued her passion for dancing with the university’s dance ensemble, and went on to perform with a Bollywood/Indian fusion group post-graduation. She uses her love of movement, mind-body connection, and rhythmic coordination to help her patients build not only physical autonomy but also internal power. While Alexis integrates yoga principles such as breathing techniques and balance to treat musculoskeletal and pelvic impairments, she is very much looking forward to adding the brilliance of Pilates into her practice. Alexis is passionate about working with her patients to achieve their goals, all while laughing together through the sessions.
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She is more than thrilled to have moved to New Zealand and is always interested in activity or restaurant recommendations. When Alexis is not at the clinic, she will be adventuring with her partner through tramping, kayaking, or mountain biking. But she still loves a quiet day playing with her two cats, watching Netflix on the couch with her partner, or cooking while looking out on the ocean.
Jane Connell
Physiotherapist
“I strive to deliver a high standard of care for my patients combining manual therapy, functional exercise based rehabilitation and Clinical Pilates. I look forward to helping you live an active life.”
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Jane studied Physical Education at the University of Otago before heading to the University of Queensland to complete a Post Graduate Masters in Physiotherapy Studies, more recently completing post graduate papers in musculoskeletal rehabilitation through the University of Otago. She is also trained in DMA Clinical Pilates.
Jane’s strong sporting background and love of physical activity has led to work with representative sports teams This has developed her special interest in pelvic control and lower limb injuries and rehabilitation.
“I strive to deliver a high standard of care for my patients combining manual therapy, functional exercise based rehabilitation and Clinical Pilates. I look forward to helping you live an active life.”
Hannah Baylis
Physiotherapist
Over the last 15 years, Hannah has developed a wide variety of skills and uses hands-on therapy, exercise prescription and Clinical Pilates to help patients achieve their goals.
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After completing her Physiotherapy degree at Otago University Hannah worked in private practices in both Christchurch and London. While working in London she developed her love for Pilates and I has seen first hand the improvement it can make to peoples quality of life.
“I have a keen interest in spinal and lower limb injuries and enjoy working with people to help them reach their goals whether that be injury related or just improving their general health.”
Over the last 15 years, Hannah has developed a wide variety of skills and uses hands-on therapy, exercise prescription and Clinical Pilates to help patients achieve their goals.
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Erin Riddell
Physiotherapist
Erin is an experienced musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with a passion for treating dancers. She contracts her services from our Barrington clinic.
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- Dance Physiotherapy
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After completing her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the University of Otago in 2009, Erin spent several years in Sydney working in a dance physiotherapy clinic and teaching Pilates. She then moved to London working at APPI and with the English National Ballet Company. Erin is fascinated with the biomechanics of the human body and uses a variety of manual therapy techniques and functional based exercise rehabilitation to get her clients moving. From her extensive work with dancers she has a specific interest in foot, ankle, hip and back injuries. She also loves working with injury free athletes and dancers to enhance their technique and performance.
Andrea Kempthorne
Pilates Therapist
Andrea is available for Pilates Initial Assessment, 1-on-1 & Duet Pilates (non ACC) and Pilates Members review sessions.
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Several years ago Andrea began at Freedom Health as a client. After a long history of lower back problems she is now a complete convert to the benefits of Pilates. So much so that she decided to undertake her Pilates training and is now part of the Pilates Therapy team at Freedom Health.
Andrea graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Otago Uni in 1999 and over the ensuing years she has worked in many Physiotherapy settings in NZ and abroad before taking a break to bring up her 3 children.
She enjoys working with people to remain active and feel good about themselves and Pilates is an excellent way to do this.
Andrea is available for Pilates Initial Assessment, 1-on-1 & Duet Pilates (non ACC) and Pilates Members review sessions.
Cath Julius
Physiotherapist & Clinical Director
Cath is currently only available for appointments via referral.
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Read Cath’s Bio
Cath is a highly experienced Australian trained Physiotherapist. After graduating from Melbourne University in 1998 Cath has worked in Private practice her entire career and has experienced working with high level sports teams including the Australian University Olympics team and Collingwood AFL team.
Cath started using Pilates as a method for treating clients some 20 years ago and is a massive advocate for how Pilates can help with movement.
Having started Freedom Health in 2017 Cath is driven by her passion for helping people move and enabling everyone and everybody to keep doing what they love.
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