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JOEL MOWAT - Senior Physiotherapist and Director
Joel graduated from AUT in 2008 with a BHSc (Physio) degree. Since then, he has completed a number of courses to refine his skills and interests. These include: Dry Needling, Bike Setup, Level 1 Crossfit Coaches Accreditation, and Neurolink training. Joel has a passion for musculoskeletal physio and helping individuals reach their goals. Whether your aim is to walk the dog without pain, or to make a new PB lift, he is eager to make this goal your reality. Joel has spent time working in vocational rehabilitation and alongside various sports teams and athletes including: runners, triathletes, cyclists, Cross-Fitters, rugby players and rowers. Joel prides himself on helping his clients more thoroughly understand their bodies. With this understanding, improvement is more tangible and therefore drastically increased. He takes a holistic approach, focusing not only on your physical presentation, but any external factors that may be contributing to the problem. With numerous treatment modalities available to him, Joel is able to pick and choose what will work best for you and involve you in the plan. Outside of a busy work and family life, Joel loves to run and get out for a surf whenever there’s a wave. |
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MARINA SHANNON - Physiotherapist
Marina graduated from AUT with a BHSc (Physio) at the end of 2018. Throughout her time there, she learned the valuable skills of comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and management of both acute injuries and long term conditions. Marina enjoys examining a patient holistically and ensuring that their goals are kept at the forefront of treatment. Marina’s main area of interest is musculoskeletal physiotherapy, biomechanics and persistent pain management. Skills in manual therapy, injury prevention, dry needling, and exercise prescription are just a few foundational principals that Marina uses. Marina has done some additional training to assist patients managing persistent pain conditions, hypersensitivity and patients having difficulties with the way the brain is processing sensations. Marina has many tools to work with patients with chronic pain conditions such as chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and similar. Outside of work, Marina enjoys doing anything outdoors. She loves running, stand-up paddle boarding, and exploring beaches along New Zealand’s coastline. Marina also enjoys photography and specialty coffee. |
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JO ROBERTS - Senior Physiotherapist
Jo initially studied Sport & Exercise science at University in the UK, obtaining a BSC(Hons) degree, because of her involvement and passion for sports, but due to a natural eagerness to help others she was encouraged to pursue a career as a Physio. Since qualifying as a Physio in 2004 in the UK, Jo has combined her physio work with another passion in life, travelling, and has spent time working in Australia, New Zealand and China gaining experience in many different fields of Physiotherapy and working with some amazing therapists. Along the way, Jo has developed into a well rounded therapist whose focus is very much patient-led and loves problem solving in order to get her patients back to doing what they love most. Jo’s biggest attributes are in empathising, problem solving and inspiring change, and most importantly listening well to others. Her clinical strengths lie in a combination of using manual therapy, exercise prescription and education to get her patients better. With many years experience, and qualifications gained, Jo has also invested a lot of time using Clinical Pilates, both mat-work and equipment- based, to either rehabilitate someone from injury or surgery, or to avoid problems arising and promote well-being. She’s passionate about Clinical Pilates after seeing so many people benefit so greatly from it, including herself. When Jo isn’t working, she’s spending time outside somewhere, usually beach or trail, with her young family and exploring NZ. |
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MADDISON SAVAGE - Physiotherapist
Maddison graduated from Auckland University of Technology (AUT) with a Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) in 2025. She enjoys working collaboratively with patients and ensuring their individual goals remain central to treatment and recovery. Maddison’s main area of interest is musculoskeletal physiotherapy, particularly in the assessment and rehabilitation of sporting and activity-related injuries. Her background in sport strongly influences her clinical approach. She is a current surf lifesaving athlete, competing at a national level in surf boat rowing, volunteers as a lifeguard, and plays netball. This allows her to bring a practical understanding of injury prevention, load management, and return-to-sport rehabilitation into her clinical practice. Outside of work, Maddison can often be found at the beach swimming, walking her Labrador, seeking out good coffee, or enjoying live music. |
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ALEX DAVIS - Physiotherapist
Alex is a newly graduated physiotherapist and is committed to providing patient-centred musculoskeletal care. He completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in 2025, gaining hands-on experience in areas such as surgical rehabilitation, injury management, and chronic pain recovery. Alex focuses on creating individualized treatment plans that support patients in restoring mobility, strength, and confidence for everyday life. He brings a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to physiotherapy and enjoys collaborating closely with patients to meet their unique recovery goals. Outside of the clinic, Alex enjoys bush walks, relaxing with a good book, and practicing new songs on the piano. |
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ALICE DOUGLAS – Strength and Stability Coach
Alice brings a strong rehabilitation-focused and movement-based approach to personal training, with a particular passion for working with older adults and clients returning to function following injury or health-related setbacks. She is dedicated to helping people move with confidence, build strength safely, and maintain independence as they age. After gaining her qualification at the New Zealand Institute of Health and Fitness Alice has undertaken postgraduate training in the management of older adults, including specialised education through the Institute of Clinical Excellence focusing on musculoskeletal care for ageing populations. To complement this, she is a certified Health Coach via PreKure and completed Parkinson’s-specific training through Exercise is Medicine NZ, developing a strong understanding of neurological conditions and their impact on movement, balance, and daily function. Her clinical approach blends evidence-based strength and stability training, rehabilitation principles, and individualised exercise prescription to support long-term outcomes. Alice places strong emphasis on meeting each patient where they are, creating a safe and supportive environment that encourages progress at a pace that feels achievable. She enjoys helping clients navigate everyday activities with greater ease, improve balance and bone health, and regain confidence following rehabilitation. Outside of clinical work, Alice and her husband have a 4 year old keeping them busy and love getting out in nature to explore this beautiful splice of paradise we call home. |