| Monday: | 7am – 7pm |
| Tuesday: | 7am – 7pm |
| Wednesday: | 7am – 5pm |
| Thursday: | 7am – 7pm |
| Friday: | 7am 4pm |
| Saturday (by appointment): | 8am – 12pm |
Our recently expanded Karaka clinic is a modern, spacious hub designed for high-quality rehabilitation, recovery, and performance. Backed by over 10 years of trusted care in the Karaka community, we provide physiotherapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, mat pilates, and fitness classes – all in one place. Our experienced team supports everything from acute injuries and post-surgical rehabilitation through to long-term strength and wellbeing, with specialist services including pelvic health and cancer rehabilitation. A complete, integrated approach to recovery and performance.
Karaka also serves as a key base for our wider community outreach services, including onsite physiotherapy across schools, sports teams, and major workplaces throughout the region – making it one of our busiest centers for offsite care delivery.
Deeply connected to our local community, we help people stay active, supported, and performing at their best.






Stacey graduated from AUT and now has over 20 years of experience in private practice, working across New Zealand and the UK.
She leads our Karaka clinic and oversees our Pilates and exercise rehabilitation services, combining her passion for movement with a strong focus on helping patients build strength, confidence, and long-term results.
Stacey has a special interest in cancer rehabilitation and is an approved provider through the Cancer Rehabilitation Foundation, supporting individuals through treatment and recovery with tailored exercise and rehabilitation programmes.
She also has extensive experience in chronic pain, pre- and post-operative rehabilitation, and a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. Stacey is known for her supportive approach and ability to adapt rehabilitation to each individual’s needs and goals.
Outside of the clinic, Stacey enjoys spending time with family and friends, and staying active through sports such as touch rugby, tennis, hiking, and snowboarding.
Amelia has worked in private practice since graduating in 2002 and brings over two decades of clinical experience across musculoskeletal physiotherapy, chronic pain, and pelvic health. She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and a Master of Health Practice (with Distinction), and has developed into one of our senior clinicians with a strong focus on pelvic health rehabilitation for both women and men.
Amelia has extensive experience in managing a wide range of pelvic health conditions, including bladder and bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain, prolapse, and pre- and post-natal concerns. Her approach is discreet, evidence-based, and highly individualised, with a strong focus on restoring confidence, control, and quality of life.
Alongside her clinical work, Amelia plays a key role in mentoring and developing physiotherapists within the Physio Mechanics team, helping to ensure a consistently high standard of care across all clinics. She is known for her thorough, and practical approach, combining hands-on treatment with clear education and long-term management strategies tailored to each individual.
Helen is a Lead Physiotherapist with over 10 years of experience working across private musculoskeletal practice in both New Zealand and Australia. She has a strong clinical passion for adolescent physiotherapy, supporting young people through injury, growth-related conditions, and return-to-sport rehabilitation and performance. Her approach is engaging, practical, and highly tailored, helping younger patients stay motivated and confident throughout their recovery.
Helen is known for creating structured yet enjoyable rehabilitation programmes that achieve strong outcomes while keeping patients actively involved in their recovery process. She combines hands-on treatment with clear exercise progression to support long-term improvement and injury prevention. Alongside her adolescent focus, Helen treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries, with a strong emphasis on restoring movement, function, and confidence. Her style is warm, upbeat, and highly relational, and she is well known for building strong rapport with patients of all ages.
Outside of the clinic, Helen enjoys staying active and spending time with friends and family, and continues to play hockey at a competitive level.
Returning from maternity leave August 2026
Talia has nearly 20 years of clinical experience in physiotherapy, beginning her career at Middlemore Hospital before progressing into private practice, where she has worked extensively across both local and international sporting environments. She holds postgraduate qualifications in traditional Chinese and Western acupuncture and integrates this with her physiotherapy practice to support pain management, recovery, and performance. She is also trained in cupping and clinical Pilates instruction, allowing for a well-rounded, movement-based approach to rehabilitation.
Talia has a strong clinical interest in sports and performance rehabilitation, as well as chronic pain, post-operative recovery, and complex musculoskeletal conditions. Her approach is holistic and practical, with a focus on identifying and addressing the multiple factors that contribute to injury and recovery.
Her experience in high-performance sport, including netball and elite CrossFit environments, has provided strong insight into load management, return-to-sport planning, and the demands placed on competitive athletes.
Talia is known for her calm, approachable style and her ability to combine hands-on treatment with structured rehabilitation to achieve meaningful, long-term outcomes.
Nicci is a South African–born, New Zealand–trained physiotherapist dedicated to helping people move better, feel stronger, and live with less pain through individualised, hands-on care. She takes a practical and supportive approach to rehabilitation, combining targeted treatment with clear strategies to help patients recover from injury, restore function, and reduce the risk of re-injury. Her focus is always on guiding patients step-by-step through their recovery journey with confidence and clarity.
Nicci has a strong clinical interest in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and sensitive claims work, supporting patients affected by trauma and abuse with a trauma-informed, compassionate approach to care. She also provides physiotherapy services through our onsite NZ Steel clinic, supporting workplace injury management and return-to-work rehabilitation in an industrial setting. In addition, Nicci is trained in dry needling, which she incorporates where appropriate to support pain relief and muscle recovery.
Nicci is known for her calm, grounded approach and her ability to build trust quickly, creating a safe and supportive environment for recovery.
Harneet is a Physiotherapist with a strong connection to South Auckland, where she has lived her entire life and now enjoys giving back to her local community through physiotherapy care.
She plays a key role in delivering services within our Strathallan school clinic, working with young athletes and students to manage injury, support recovery, and promote long-term movement health. She also leads and delivers Pilates-based rehabilitation classes, helping patients build strength, control, and confidence through structured exercise.
Harneet has developed strong skills in musculoskeletal assessment and diagnosis, allowing her to accurately identify the underlying drivers of injury and guide effective rehabilitation. Her approach combines hands-on treatment with progressive exercise to achieve meaningful and lasting results. She is also trained in dry needling, which she incorporates where appropriate to support pain management and muscle recovery.
Outside of work, Harneet enjoys staying active through football, exploring the outdoors, road trips, and spending time with family and friends.
Livy has a strong passion for helping people return to the activities they enjoy, whether that’s sport, daily movement, or maintaining an active lifestyle. She works across our Karaka and Pukekohe clinics, supporting patients through injury recovery, rehabilitation, and ongoing strength and conditioning. Livy also delivers Pilates and fitness-based rehabilitation classes, using exercise to build strength, improve movement quality, and support long-term health.
Her clinical approach combines hands-on treatment with structured, exercise-based rehabilitation, helping patients regain confidence in their movement and achieve lasting results. Livy has a strong interest in sport and physical activity, with a particular love for netball, and enjoys working with a wide range of patients looking to stay active and perform at their best.
Outside of work, she enjoys swimming, beach walks, fishing, hiking, yoga, and spending time outdoors.
Nicola is a Physiotherapist with a strong foundation in human anatomy, movement, and hands-on rehabilitation. She holds a Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy from AUT, following earlier studies in Human Anatomy and Physiology.
Having progressed through Physio Mechanics in earlier roles, Nicola brings a unique blend of clinical experience and a strong background in therapeutic touch, combining her previous massage therapy experience with physiotherapy training to deliver effective, well-rounded care. She has a particular interest in working with older adults, supporting mobility, strength, independence, and quality of life through tailored rehabilitation programs. Nicola also has experience working with sports teams and active individuals, providing injury management, recovery, and performance support. Her approach combines manual therapy with structured exercise rehabilitation to help reduce pain, improve movement, and restore confidence in daily activity.
Nicola is known for her calm, caring, and thorough approach, and is passionate about helping people of all ages feel and move better.
Andrew is our Karaka clinic Chiropractor, who is passionate about helping people improve movement, function, and overall performance through chiropractic care.
His journey into chiropractic began following an injury sustained while working in the UK event management industry. Through his own rehabilitation experience, he not only recovered but noticed significant improvements in energy, movement, and overall wellbeing – an experience that inspired a complete career change into chiropractic.
Andrew graduated from the New Zealand College of Chiropractic and continues to regularly attend seminars and advanced training, staying current with ongoing developments in neurology, pain science, headaches, and performance-based care. He takes a strong interest in helping patients improve both physical function and everyday performance, with a focus on restoring movement, reducing pain, and supporting long-term health and resilience. Andrew is known for his genuine enthusiasm for patient care and enjoys seeing people achieve meaningful improvements that allow them to stay active, engaged, and connected within their communities.
Outside of the clinic, Andrew enjoys time on the farm, supporting his daughters in their sporting activities, and spending time with his family.
Karen brings over 30 years of experience in sports and performance massage therapy, with a unique background spanning both human and equine athletes.
Her career includes working with elite-level sport, supporting New Zealand’s first World Championship Gold Medal in endurance riding in 1998, as well as involvement at the Sydney Olympics in 2000 alongside New Zealand’s sole representative dressage rider. These experiences have shaped her deep understanding of performance preparation, recovery, and the demands placed on high-level athletes.
Alongside her sports massage career, Karen has worked in a variety of professional environments including Air New Zealand, while continuing to manage and compete in equestrian sport at a high level with her family. This combination of clinical, sporting, and real-world experience gives her a unique and practical understanding of movement, recovery, and performance needs.
Karen works across all three Physio Mechanics clinics and also provides massage support within our corporate and workplace wellbeing services, delivering high-quality care in both clinical and onsite environments.
Her approach is grounded, intuitive, and highly experienced, with a strong focus on helping clients recover, perform, and feel their best.
Our Pilates and group exercise classes are delivered by a dedicated team of Physiotherapists including Stacey, Helen, Harneet and Livy at Karaka, Shylvia at Takanini, and Stacey and Taijel at Pukekohe.
Together, they run a variety of Mat Pilates, Springboard Reformer Pilates, and physiotherapist-led fitness classes across all three clinics, six days a week, with morning, evening, and weekend options available. Each class is designed to be individualised, supportive, and progressive, ensuring exercises are tailored to your ability, goals, and any injury or rehabilitation needs. Whether you are recovering from injury, building strength, or simply wanting to improve overall fitness, our classes provide a safe and structured environment to help you move better and feel stronger.
We also offer private Pilates introductions and one-on-one sessions, ideal for those new to Pilates, returning from injury, or wanting more personalised guidance before joining group classes.
What sets our classes apart is the combination of physiotherapy expertise, clinical understanding of movement, and a strong focus on quality technique and progression, ensuring you are exercising safely and effectively at every stage.
For more information visit: www.physiomechanics.co.nz/service/pilates/.
Stacey graduated from AUT and now has over 20 years of experience in private practice, working across New Zealand and the UK.
She leads our Karaka clinic and oversees our Pilates and exercise rehabilitation services, combining her passion for movement with a strong focus on helping patients build strength, confidence, and long-term results.
Stacey has a special interest in cancer rehabilitation and is an approved provider through the Cancer Rehabilitation Foundation, supporting individuals through treatment and recovery with tailored exercise and rehabilitation programmes.
She also has extensive experience in chronic pain, pre- and post-operative rehabilitation, and a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. Stacey is known for her supportive approach and ability to adapt rehabilitation to each individual’s needs and goals.
Outside of the clinic, Stacey enjoys spending time with family and friends, and staying active through sports such as touch rugby, tennis, hiking, and snowboarding.
Helen is a Lead Physiotherapist with over 10 years of experience working across private musculoskeletal practice in both New Zealand and Australia. She has a strong clinical passion for adolescent physiotherapy, supporting young people through injury, growth-related conditions, and return-to-sport rehabilitation and performance. Her approach is engaging, practical, and highly tailored, helping younger patients stay motivated and confident throughout their recovery.
Helen is known for creating structured yet enjoyable rehabilitation programmes that achieve strong outcomes while keeping patients actively involved in their recovery process. She combines hands-on treatment with clear exercise progression to support long-term improvement and injury prevention. Alongside her adolescent focus, Helen treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries, with a strong emphasis on restoring movement, function, and confidence. Her style is warm, upbeat, and highly relational, and she is well known for building strong rapport with patients of all ages.
Outside of the clinic, Helen enjoys staying active and spending time with friends and family, and continues to play hockey at a competitive level.
Harneet is a Physiotherapist with a strong connection to South Auckland, where she has lived her entire life and now enjoys giving back to her local community through physiotherapy care.
She plays a key role in delivering services within our Strathallan school clinic, working with young athletes and students to manage injury, support recovery, and promote long-term movement health. She also leads and delivers Pilates-based rehabilitation classes, helping patients build strength, control, and confidence through structured exercise.
Harneet has developed strong skills in musculoskeletal assessment and diagnosis, allowing her to accurately identify the underlying drivers of injury and guide effective rehabilitation. Her approach combines hands-on treatment with progressive exercise to achieve meaningful and lasting results. She is also trained in dry needling, which she incorporates where appropriate to support pain management and muscle recovery.
Outside of work, Harneet enjoys staying active through football, exploring the outdoors, road trips, and spending time with family and friends.
Livy has a strong passion for helping people return to the activities they enjoy, whether that’s sport, daily movement, or maintaining an active lifestyle. She works across our Karaka and Pukekohe clinics, supporting patients through injury recovery, rehabilitation, and ongoing strength and conditioning. Livy also delivers Pilates and fitness-based rehabilitation classes, using exercise to build strength, improve movement quality, and support long-term health.
Her clinical approach combines hands-on treatment with structured, exercise-based rehabilitation, helping patients regain confidence in their movement and achieve lasting results. Livy has a strong interest in sport and physical activity, with a particular love for netball, and enjoys working with a wide range of patients looking to stay active and perform at their best.
Outside of work, she enjoys swimming, beach walks, fishing, hiking, yoga, and spending time outdoors.
Our administration team are the friendly faces and voices that help keep Physio Mechanics running smoothly across all three clinics. From welcoming you at reception, supporting bookings, and coordinating your care, through to managing behind-the-scenes operations, they play a key role in ensuring your experience is seamless, supportive, and well organised.
They are known for their approachable, caring nature and strong commitment to helping patients feel comfortable and looked after from the moment they make contact with us.
Colleen is part of our Karaka administration team, where she supports patients three days a week with her warm and approachable manner. She is known for her excellent communication skills and ability to create a welcoming and relaxed environment at reception.
She enjoys spending weekends supporting her children’s sporting activities, along with long beach walks, creative hobbies, home projects, and spending time with family.
Ange has been part of the Physio Mechanics team since 2021 and brings a calm, caring, and supportive presence to our Karaka clinic. With a strong background in customer care, she is known for her kind nature and willingness to help patients feel comfortable and supported.
Ange has lived locally for many years and values being part of the community. In her spare time, she enjoys nature, walking, cooking, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren, family, and friends.
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