Nikki Stevens – Director / Senior Physiotherapist

Nikki graduated from the Auckland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy in 2003. She has also completed a Masters in Clinical Health Practice (Physiotherapy) with Distinction, and a Post-graduate Certificate in Western Acupuncture.

Nikki has worked in private practice physiotherapy since 2003 and enjoys treating a wide range of conditions. She has a special interest in sports physiotherapy, and was the full-time physiotherapist for the Leicestershire County Cricket team in England for two years. Nikki has also had involvement with elite football and hockey teams, and enjoys the challenges of getting clients back to their chosen sport as quickly as possible.

Nikki is also trained in cancer rehabilitation and treats women with any type of cancer. She also runs Osteoarthritis classes on a weekly basis and enjoys seeing the improvements made by her patients during these block courses.

Outside of work, Nikki enjoys running, waterskiing, going to the gym and being active with her 2 young daughters.

Michelle Hermanta – Senior Physiotherapist

Michelle graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy in 2013. She has since completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. Michelle has predominantly worked in private practice clinics helping with a variety of musculoskeletal injuries (strain and sprains and work-related postural conditions). She enjoys a hands-on approach to managing pain and combining this with exercise therapy (clinical Pilates and resistance/ functional training) to get her patients back to full functional independence. She has a particular interest in using Pilates principles with a reformer apparatus to help with her patients rehabilitation and body awareness to empower them to have better control and build resilience to prevent future injuries. 

Outside of work, she enjoys keeping fit and healthy by playing badminton once a week and strength training/ skipping cardio workouts at her home gym and in the community. This helps her relax and de-stress, allowing her to be able to keep up with her son and 4-year-old Golden retriever cross Border Collie, George. 

Currently Michelle is on maternity leave. Her first day back at the clinic will be Wednesday March 4th 2026. She will be working Wednesday afternoons and Saturdays. 

Samantha Barlow – Senior Physiotherapist

Samantha is a highly experienced physiotherapist with a strong passion for Pilates-based rehabilitation and women’s health. She has worked extensively in private practice in the UK and New Zealand, helping people of all ages and abilities return to doing what they love – whether that’s sport, work, daily life, or simply moving without pain.

Samantha has a particular interest in women’s health physiotherapy, supporting women through all stages of life, including pregnancy, postnatal recovery, and pelvic health concerns. She is also passionate about using Clinical Pilates to improve strength, movement control, and confidence, tailoring each programme to the individual.

In her clinical practice, Samantha uses a range of adjunct techniques including dry needling, massage, and joint mobilisation to support recovery. She places a strong emphasis on exercise-based rehabilitation, believing this to be the foundation for helping clients return not only to their goals, but beyond – building resilience, confidence, and long term outcomes.

With a strong belief in personalised, patient-centred care, Samantha takes the time to understand each client’s goals and works collaboratively with them to achieve sustainable results across a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.

Outside of work, Samantha enjoys staying active and can often be found playing tennis or heading out for walks and hikes with friends and family. She also enjoys traveling and experiencing different cultures and food.

Joshua Kim – Senior Physiotherapist

Joshua completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy (University of Otago, 2006) and Postgraduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (AUT, 2011). He completed his Masters degree in Health Science in 2013 and his study on the effective frequency of ongoing hamstring stretching was published in the New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy. 

Joshua casually works in a public hospital as an advanced clinician physiotherapist at Orthopaedic Outpatient Spinal Clinic, Te Whatu Ora Waitemata (formerly known as Waitemata District Health Board- North Shore Hospital).

Joshua has a particular interest in treating chronic and persistent musculoskeletal conditions e.g. chronic lower back, neck, shoulder and knee pain, headache and TMJ disorders.

Joshua has a passion for teaching physiotherapy. For the past 10 years, he has regularly run private courses and been invited as a guest lecturer by a number of universities, especially in his native country Korea. He also teaches in NZ for Certificate of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy run by the New Zealand Manipulative Physiotherapy Association. 

When he is not at work, Joshua has his hands full keeping up with his wife and his children Jonathan and Carah, as well as contributing greatly to his church.

Joshua is currently not taking online bookings. Please call reception if you would like to make a booking with him. 

Hannah Dawson – Senior Physiotherapist

Hannah graduated in 2009 from the Auckland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy. Since then she has also completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, a Post Graduate Certificate in Western Acupuncture, and a dry needling qualification.

Hannah has a particular interest in musculoskeletal and sports injuries. Hannah has worked with a number of elite athletes both in a clinical setting and touring internationally. She has also worked within the Football Ferns Development Program, Auckland Rugby representative teams and Auckland City men’s football team.

Hannah has played both football and hockey competitively and enjoys running and spending time with her young family.

Kazuki Jahana – Physiotherapist

Kazuki graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2022 and has been working in musculoskeletal private practice since. He enjoys treating a wide range of people – from the general population to gym-goers and recreational athletes. He takes a hands-on approach to treatment, focusing on personalised care.

Kazuki’s treatment style combines manual therapy, massage, Western Acupuncture, and tailored exercise prescription to support recovery, manage pain, and help prevent future injuries. He has a particular interest in gym-related injuries, biomechanics, and strength-based rehabilitation, and is passionate about helping people return to the activities they love with confidence. He is committed to continuous learning to ensure the best possible outcomes for his patients.

Outside of work, Kazuki enjoys staying active at the gym, exploring new food spots, and spending time with his friends and family. He also speaks conversational Japanese.

Sue Gardner – Registered Remedial Massage Therapist

Sue is a qualified therapist of Remedial Massage, and studied at the NZ College of Massage (Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage – Level 5), and the NZ College of Chinese Medicine (Diploma in Remedial Massage – Level 6).

Sue is passionate about helping clients achieve a holistic approach to health and wellbeing to improve quality of life. Having previously worked in a corporate environment for 25 years, she has great awareness of the effects of modern life and the need to incorporate treatment and relaxation into treatment plans.

Sue can provide therapy for relief from aches and pains, and relaxation to reduce stress, using remedial massage to decrease tension and improve range of motion as well as deep tissue, myofascial release and relaxation techniques.

 To book with Sue, please follow this link: https://www.myobodyworks.co.nz/make-a-booking