The Health Collective & Studio

Osteopathy, Massage and Counselling

ACC registered

You deserve relief

Are you struggling with pain and immobility, unable to exercise, sleep soundly or engage in the simple things you enjoy?

Are you feeling

unsure of where to turn for help with your back pain, sciatica, sporting injury, headaches, or perhaps need help with your baby's colic or other issues?

Help is available

Osteopathy Nelson has provided effective hands-on treatment for pain and other issues since 2006. Your treatment and advice are carefully tailored to provide rapid relief.

We are a Team of warm-hearted, passionate health care professionals, dedicated to

helping you become the best version of yourself.

We care for you and empower you to achieve optimal well-being, confidence and resilience in your body.

so you can keep doing what you love, pain free.

Meet The Team with collectively 92 years experience

Liz Stroud BSc Osteopathy, Practice Principle/Owner

Liz Stroud is a skilled, compassionate osteopath with over 20 years of experience. She uses gentle techniques like massage, mobilisation, visceral and cranial osteopathy to address the root causes of discomfort. As a Pilates instructor, Liz provides tailored exercises to support long-term health, offering thorough, personalised care for all ages.

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Shane Ricketts MSc Osteopathy

Shane is an experienced osteopath specialising in cranial osteopathy, using gentle techniques to treat back pain, headaches, TMJ dysfunction, and more. With 20 years of experience, he cares for babies, children, and adults, promoting healing and mobility. He also teaches Qigong and meditation for holistic well-being. Fine out More

Vaito Asomua Osteopath

Vaito Asomua Bsc PG dip Osteopathy.

Vai is a personal trainer and osteopath combining fitness and structural Osteopathic skill to promote movement and self-healing. With qualifications from Ara Institute, he tailors treatments to individual needs, empowering clients to restore function and confidence in managing daily activities. Find out more

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Helga-Marion Etzweiler Massage Therapist

Helga-Marion Etzweiler Massage Therapist

Helga-Marion Etzweiler is our new relaxing holistic massage therapist with over 20 years of experience. Certified as a Reiki Master since 1995, she blends therapeutic massage with energy healing to promote relaxation and rejuvenation. Her approach nurtures body, mind, and spirit. She enjoys nature, crafts, and spending time with loved ones. Find out more

Christinaseva Dykstra Counsellor, BSc Soc (Hons), Dip ICouns

Christinaseva, BSc Soc, Dip ICouns, Counselling.

Christinaseva, a Counsellor, Leadership Coach, Professional Supervisor and Breathwork Educator, brings over 20 years of experience. She offers caring and insightful support without judgement, helping you to find your own inner wisdom and empowering you to greater clarity, peace and freedom, with simple, practical tools for daily use. Find out More

We listening deeply, thinking holistically, working specifically and communicating clearly

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Osteopathy

What we offer

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Counselling

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Acupuncture

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Massage

Google Reviews

  • Shane Ricketts BSc Osteopathy

    I’d like to give some feedback about my experience with Shane Ricketts on Wednesday. I feel blessed to have found him, following a hideous treatment that left me in a much worse state than my actual fall down a flight of tiled, steel edged, steps. I was in a great deal of pain and could walk only with great difficulty. After only one session, my pain was almost halved. Progressively, it is easing. Shane was engaged and engaging as he worked gently on my various painful places. I felt like I was in safe, confident hands. I found his warm, open hearted, transparent approach reassuring and healing. He is a beautiful soul. Your practice is enhanced by his presence. I am recommending him to all I know.

    Christine emailed the practice.

  • Liz Stroud

    I had 3 sessions with Liz for chronic headaches that were affecting my day to day functioning and causing me to take regular pain relief. I now no longer have headaches nor do I require pain relief. She is extremely knowledgeable and methodical in her approach. I highly recommend her.

    Deborah Allais

  • Christinaseva Dykstra

    I was drawn to Christinaseva’s work originally through her yoga classes which are deeply nourishing with practical tools & well thought out - I more recently saw her for Thinking Enviroment® Coaching which helped me explore personal issues deeply on my own with Christinaseva’s support and guidance - I found her use of somatic tools like breathwork helpful to combat trauma that came up in sessions. Highly recomend Christinaseva for her presence & understanding backed by practical tools to support further healing. Also enjoyed Christinaseva’s ability to laugh with me (when apropriate) which helped me build trust and rapport with ease. very inspiring and kind wahine toa. Thanks for your support and guidance.

    Google review

  • Helga-Marion Etzweiler

    The very best Massage or/and Reiki treatment I experience under Helga-Marion's hands. I trust that she knows already what I/my body needs at different visits and so I look forward to every treatment. Thank you is not enough to describe my gratefulness . Jutta Schultheis. Google review,

  • Vaito Asomua

    I put my back out to the point where I could hardly move. Booked an appointment with Vai. I had never been to an osteopath before so Vai was very good at explaining the process. Within 45mins of treatment I could function again. 3 days later I was back to 90%. Only took 2 visits and I’m back to 100%. There was no pressure from Vai for ongoing treatment like you get from some other practitioners.
    I would highly recommend Vai to anyone!
    Great friendly and professional service!!! Jared Rameka. Google review

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What We Treat

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Baby receiving Osteopathic treatment
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Meet The Studio Team

  • Christinaseva Dykstra Counsellor, BSc Soc (Hons), Dip ICouns

    Christinaseva Dykstra

    Yoga & Breathing Classes

    Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:45 pm

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    Jana Sojka

    Bodylight® & Yoga Nidra class on Tuesday evening 5:30pm:

    Yogic Practice on Friday 7am:

  • Shane Ricketts MSc Osteopathy

    Shane Ricketts

    Qigong

    Monday 5.30pm

    Wednesday 5.30pm

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    Hella Bauer

    Yoga for every body 10-11.30

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    Join our Team

  • Vaito Asomua

    Building balance

    Coming soon…..

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Move well Feel well

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