Meet the team
Massage Therapist
Tralee Clark
Massage Therapist
Dip. Therapeutic Massage 2004 NZCM
Cert Sports Massage 2004 NZCM
With a 22 year long career as a remedial massage therapist I have developed a style that takes advantage of my intensive training, strong hands and down to earth approach to making people feel better.
For 18 of those years I owned busy practices in Wellington, worked with the Royal NZ Ballet for 4 years, got to work with the Opera de Paris ballet company in Paris, and was invited to massage big bands touring NZ (Roger Waters, Neil Young & Taylor Swift to name a few), but my favourite are my down to earth wonderful people just needing abit of help to feel and function better.
Its great to be back in Nelson running our little health practice in Bridge St in the iconic Nelson Mail building and rest assured with all the road works you wont hear a thing thanks to our brilliant sound proofed building. I look forward to meeting you and I promise to listen to your concerns and aim to give you a treatment that truly helps you feel better.
Donna Cornelius
Osteopath
Originally from the West Coast, I practiced as a Naturopath before retraining as an Osteopath and re-locating to Nelson.
I focus on restoring the natural balance within the body, whether that be on a physical, nutritional or mental/emotional level. I combine a variety of osteopathic technics (structural & cranial) alongside exercise prescription. nutritional and lifestyle advice.
Osteopathy facilitates the bodies innate healing process by improving the structure and function of the body.
I treat patients of all ages, helping you to return to your favourite activities.
I am also studying Western Medical Acupuncture, which I incorporate into treatment with your consent.
Andre Habib
Osteopath
Masters Osteopathy 2012
Currant practising certificate
ACC registered
Osteopathy isn't just for backs and necks, it can help with headaches, digestive issues, bladder problems, menstrual cramps, joint injuries and general health and wellbeing.
I treat a wide range of people working to get to the root cause of a problem and finding pathways to optimal functionality.
I employ a comprehensive range of techniques to suit you as an individual, including visceral osteopathy (working with organs of the abdomen and pelvis).
Each treatment is tailor made to suit you as an individual and your condition on the day.
I can also give you a personalised tool kit of exercises and stretches, helping you get back to optimal health and vitality.
Please click the links to email or text me with any queries.
Zohar Shtepel
Acupuncture Therapist
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Bachelor of Health Science - Acupuncture 2015
Greetings! My name is Zohar and I am excited to join the Ruru Remedial team.
I have recently moved back to Nelson after living in Wellington for the past 15 years, where I built a successful career in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Over the last decade I have treated more than a thousand people, supporting their emotional and physical health through acupuncture, traditional diagnostic tools and empowering conversations.
I believe that our physical body reflects our internal world (thoughts, challenges, joys etc).
My role is to offer you a clear bridge between the inner and outer body, and a space for healing and connection to flow between the two.
My scope of practice includes all musculoskeletal issues, operation recovery, back pain and tennis elbow to name a few. I also treat chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia, thyroid issues and migraines, insomnia, fear and depression. Working with children and babies is a joy.
I have a special interest in women's health : menopause, period problems, infertility as well as healing after sexual assault.
I look forward to providing the best care for you and your family.
Please contact me directly to book an appointment and chat about the first step towards your holistic healing and recovery, in a calm non judgmental environment.