Osteopath - Senior Therapist

(BAppSc, MOst)

Shanon has been a regular fixture at OsteoMe since 2016 and is currently the longest-serving osteopath on staff. Now working exclusively in the Silverdale clinic he estimates he must have seen over a thousand clients in that time, and has a special interest in treating back, neck, and headache issues. Shanon is well known for his diagnostic, hands-on, and communications skills, and will nearly always provide options for you to try at home to speed along your recovery at home.

He also has an extensive background in martial arts and dance, and can frequently be found training the next generations of West Coast Swing dancers at Street Swing in his spare time. Plus, he loves dogs so he can’t be all bad.

Osteopath

(BAppSc, MOst)

Zena graduated from Unitec with a Bachelor of Applied Science and a Master of Osteopathy, a five year course. Zena is an ACC-registered provider with an annual practising certificate from the Osteopathic Council of New Zealand.

Her interest in osteopathy aligns with the holistic principles and approaches of osteopathy. Zena likes to listen and understand each patient to tailor a management plan for her patients. Zena will incorporate a “hands-on” treatment with patient education and recommend a range of stretches and exercises to help your resolve aches and pains.

She has an interest in treating neck, low back and shoulder pain. Additionally, she is interested in how osteopaths treat women with gynaecological complaints. Her thesis explored the experience and perspectives of osteopaths managing individuals with endometriosis, specifically the osteopathic management and treatment involved.

She enjoys going to the gym, keeping fit, hiking, travelling, and swimming. Zena also loves baking and trying new healthy recipes. She grew up in Auckland and often competed in athletics and surf life-saving in her childhood and teenage years.

Senior Acupuncturist and TCM Practitioner

(MHSc BHSc (Acupuncture & TCM), MAcNZ)

Xuan graduated in 2008 from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine with a Master of Health Science in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. Xuan has been an Acupuncturist and TCM practitioner since 2008. As an ACC health provider, she is passionate about providing highest quality of care to every patient.

Xuan enjoys helping patients with diverse health care needs and has a special interest in musculoskeletal problems, women’s health, stress related conditions such as headache, gastrointestinal, and insomnia, some eye conditions including paralytic strabismus, eyelid spasm and eyestrain. She aims to deliver you great outcomes through personalised acupuncture services designed to meet your own needs.

In her spare time, Xuan enjoys practicing yoga and pilates, going to the beach, travelling and spending time with her friends.

Osteopath

Amy is a qualified Osteopath holding a Bachelor of Applied Sciences (Human Biology) and a Master of Osteopathy (M.Ost) from Unitec Auckland. She also holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Hhealth Research from Auckland University.

Amy’s enthusiasm for understanding the human body stems from her background in swimming and mixed martial arts. These sports sparked her curiosity about movement and function and also led her to discover osteopathy and manual therapy — after experiencing firsthand the benefits they provided in recovering from a neck and shoulder injury sustained during club-level swimming.

Amy has a structural approach to treatment using soft tissue/massage, articulation, and manipulation techniques. She enjoys meeting new clients and discussing all aspects of their life, (sports, hobbies, and work) to see how best she can help and advise them with not just their pain but also improving their daily biomechanics and movements.

Amy believes in providing practical exercises and stretches that seamlessly fit into daily routines and tries her best not to send you away with too much homework! 

Outside the clinic, Amy enjoys exploring the vibrant café scene in Orewa where she lives and unwinding by the beach. She is excited to continue expanding her osteopathic expertise and supporting her clients on their journey to better health and well-being.

Clinic Manager / Owner

Evan has taken over the day to day running of the clinics and is based in Orewa House where our Orewa Clinic is located.

Having been involved in the Allied Health space for over 20 years as a Massage Therapist he made the jump to owning OsteoMe back in 2023 and is now loving being desk based.