The Elevate Physio Vision

Our vision is to enhance knowledge and reduce stigma around pelvic health,

empowering individuals to thrive throughout adolescence,

family life, menopause, and retirement

without pain, missing out on the activities they love, avoiding intimate relationships,

or feeling embarrassed —

while improving their quality of life at every stage.

Elevate Physio Expertise

At Elevate Physio, we provide access to the right level of expertise tailored to your individual needs. Our clinic places a strong emphasis on collaboration, empowerment, and professional development, ensuring that you receive the highest standard of care at every stage of your journey.

Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

Our Pelvic Health Physiotherapists have a strong foundation in general physiotherapy, complemented by a special interest in pelvic health. With years of experience in this area, they are skilled in managing a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Bladder and bowel incontinence (leakage)

  • Pelvic organ prolapse

  • Pre- and post-surgical care

  • Pregnancy and postpartum recovery

  • Abdominal separation

  • Return to exercise (at all life stages)

  • Menopause-related issues

  • Pelvic pain, including period pain

  • Pain and changes with intimacy

These practitioners undergo extensive additional training in pelvic health to stay up-to-date with the latest treatment methods and techniques. They also receive ongoing supervision and mentorship from Advanced Physiotherapists, ensuring continuous professional growth and the delivery of high-quality care aligned with the latest research and best practices in pelvic health.

Advanced Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

Due to high demand, our Advanced Pelvic Physiotherapists' books are currently closed. To make an appointment with an Advanced Physiotherapist, you will need a direct referral from a specialist (such as a gynecologist, urologist, or colorectal specialist), or you can first see one of our exceptional Pelvic Physiotherapists.

Our Advanced Physiotherapists at Elevate Physio have over a decade of experience in pelvic health physiotherapy, along with postgraduate qualifications and specialized expertise. They have undergone extensive additional training, making them experts in managing complex and persistent pelvic health conditions. In addition to the symptoms our Pelvic Health Physiotherapists treat, our Advanced Physiotherapists can help with:

  • Persistent pelvic and abdominal pain management

  • Pessary fitting for prolapse and urinary incontinence

  • Management of urinary and faecal incontinence

  • Mesh injury care

The Elevate Team

We look forward to meeting you!

If you have any questions about how we can best help you with your pelvic health needs, please get in contact.

  • Anna is unfortunately unavailable until May 2025 due to a hand injury. We look forward to welcoming her back when she is fully recovered!

    Anna graduated from Otago University in 2007 and has spent the last 13 years working in private hospitals and private practice in the UK. She has recently returned to NZ, drawn by the desire to be closer to family and a more balanced outdoor lifestyle. Around the time of having her own children Anna had a growing interest in learning more about Pelvic Physio, to help support women through this journey and beyond. She comes from a background of musculoskeletal physio with extensive knowledge orthopaedic conditions in addition to her Pelvic Physio skills, particularly antenatal and postnatal care.

    Anna is a trained APPI Pilates Instructor, experienced in matwork and equipment, and is also trained in acupuncture with the UK’s AACP (Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists). She completed specialist training 2 years ago with POGP (Pelvic Obstetric and Gynecological Physiotherapy Association, UK) in London to be a Pelvic Health Specialist Physio, and currently treats bladder and pelvic floor dysfunction, diastasis, pelvic girdle pain, post gyne surgery and antenatal and postnatal care and rehabilitation. She is excited to continue her training and build on her scope in Pelvic Health over the coming years.

    Anna helps her clients achieve their goals by combining her knowledge of musculoskeletal physio, education, pilates, exercise rehabilitation, manual therapy and higher level training. Her aim is to assist people return to their optimal level of function, be it high level sport or playing with the grandchildren.

    She believes in the importance of educating her clients and empowering them with self-managing tools to prevent further pain and dysfunction. As a mother of two young boys Anna understands the time constraints of busy lifestyles, but also the importance of prioritising your personal health and wellbeing in order to maintain a happy and balanced lifestyle.

    Outside of work Anna enjoys a good strong coffee, keeping active with Pilates, Yoga and running around with her boys.

  • Kia Ora! My name is Kimiora but I like to be called Kimi. I graduated from Auckland University of Technology with a Bachelors Degree in Health Science (Physiotherapy) in 2016 where I was awarded best overall final year clinical student in my graduate class. My experience is primarily in private practice physiotherapy. More recently I have had the pleasure of working in Auckland at both Greenlane Clinical Centre and Auckland City Hospital Pelvic Health Physiotherapy since returning from maternity leave.

    My interest in Pelvic Health was peaked following the birth of my first child. Personally, experience with pelvic floor tone has given me useful insight into rehabilitation focussing on pelvic floor related dysfunction. Professionally, I have worked across gynaecological inpatient and outpatient settings, and have experience with colorectal, urological, pelvic and sexual pain, maternity and men’s pelvic health conditions. Common conditions I treat include: urinary incontinence and faecal incontinence, overactive bladder, birth related injuries, pelvic organ prolapse, persistent pelvic pain, vulvodynia, dyspareunia, constipation and defecation dysfunction. Specialist areas include pre and post-operative prostatectomy rehabilitation and lower anterior resection syndrome.

    I was born and raised in Nelson and moved back to be closer to family. Prior to physio, my background was in dance where I trained professionally for three years before starting my physiotherapy studies. I am married to my wonderful husband Ciaran and am mum to our toddler Oliver. I enjoy tramping, yoga, pilates, dancing, baking, gardening and live performances of any kind.

    My tertiary level qualifications are as follows:

    • Bachelor of Health Science Physiotherapy

    • Post graduate Certificate Western Acupuncture

    • Post graduate Diploma Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

    I would be honoured to help you on your pelvic health journey. I am available at Elevate Physio Monday and Wednesday mornings. I also work at Te Whatu Ora Nelson Hospital in Pelvic Health outpatients.

  • After graduating from Otago University in 2013, Carla has worked in both New Zealand and Australia in the private sector. During her time in Melbourne her focus shifted from musculoskeletal Physiotherapy where she completed post-graduate studies in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy and the female athlete. 

    Carla works alongside wahine of all ages as they navigate changes throughout their lifespan, from high performance sports, sexual health, their childbearing years and beyond. She is passionate about pelvic health and reducing the stigma that surrounds it. Carla embraces a holistic approach to health and believes everyone should be able to move well and live an active and healthy lifestyle.

    Outside of work Carla enjoys spending time with her family, running around with her two toddlers, exploring the endless outdoor activities offered by 'sunny' Nelson, trying her hand at sourdough and renovating their home in Toi Toi.

  • Kylie grew up in Nelson and made the move to Melbourne in 2010. She has a strong background in Management and Quality Assurance and enjoys creating efficiencies and process improvements. Kylie returned home after welcoming her son during Melbourne's Covid lockdown (2020) to be closer to family and all the treasures of small town coastal NZ living.

    Kylie is excited to welcome you to the clinic and assist you with your bookings and queries. Being a first time Mum in an ever changing world she understands the importance of building your village and having some familiar faces to help you in your most vulnerable of times, so Kylie hopes you always feel supported and welcomed when setting foot at Haven Health Collective.

    Kylie loves all things crafty and in particular loves to create personalised gifts from keychains to mugs to baby onsies and milestone discs and all things Christmas including hand crafted soy candles. Multitalented!

  • Jessica is an expert Nurse Practitioner specialising in sexual and reproductive healthcare, with a special interest in Women’s Health. She has worked in a variety of roles in Nelson Tasman, Marlborough and Auckland as well as undertaking a huge amount of postgraduate education and training. She is passionate about delivering exceptional high quality care ensuring every person has a choice about their options, and working with people to live their best life.

    Jessica works in the Elevate team supporting people requiring pessaries, providing a multidisciplinary approach to care. Jessica can help you with pessary fitting, pessary follow up care, prescriptions (e.g. oestrogen cream, vaginal infection management).

    Jessica can also see you as an Integrative Nurse Practioner at Balance Womens Health. She can help with:

    • Hormones and Periods

    • Preconception and Postpartum care

    • Fertility concerns and IVF Support

    • Contraception including Natural Fertility

    • Female sexual health

    • Perimenopause and Menopause

    When she isn’t at work, Jessica is kept super busy as a mum to her two beautiful boys and fulfilling her other passion of latin dancing.

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor of Nursing

    • Master of Nursing (Honours)

    • Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Nursing

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Women’s Health

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision

  • Owner of Elevate Physio

    Celia is now only available for current patients or referrals from specialists. Please book with one of our other skilled Pelvic Physiotherapists or contact us to join Celia's waitlist (approximately 3 months).

    Celia grew up in Golden Bay, then moved to Dunedin to study Physio at Otago University in 2007. She completed her Physiotherapy degree and discovered her passion for the area of Pelvic Health while working in Invercargill. Celia then moved with my partner (now husband) to Australia to pursue further training, where she worked in private practice Physiotherapy while completing her Post-Graduate Certificate in Continence and Women's Health at Curtin University in Perth. After leaving Adelaide in 2016 she had a wonderful 6 months travelling before moving to Nelson.

    During her time working as a Physiotherapist Celia has treated people through all life stages including pregnancy, post-natal recovery, mastitis care, menopause, osteoporosis, pre- and post-operative care. As a qualified Pilates instructor she is experienced in teaching pregnancy, post-pregnancy and rehabilitation classes.

    Celia loves supporting people at all stage of their life to optimise their pelvic and overall health. It is such a privilege to be part of the support crew to improve bladder and bowel problems, reduce pelvic pain, improve sexual health, stay active during pregnancy, returning to sport post after having a baby or improve your performance so you can enjoy your life, your way!

    Outside of Physiotherapy Celia loves to go for adventures with her family, ride her mountain bike, run around the beautiful trails in Nelson, go tramping and read a good book. She love to learn new activities and has dabbled in CrossFit, played hockey, competed in equestrian and multisport - so fun!

    Celia is proud to have started Elevate Physio with the goal of providing high quality pelvic health Physiotherapy to the Nelson-Tasman community and beyond.

  • Maren was born in Russia and grew up in south Germany. She and her partner immigrated to Nelson, New Zealand 2015. 

    Maren completed her Physiotherapy diploma in Germany and is fully qualified as a mat and comprehensive equipment /studio pilates teacher. Maren also holds a Pre/Postnatal Fitness Specialist Academy Online Certification for Fitness and Health Professionals. 

    Woman's health and pelvic floor health has been a long standing interest of hers. In 2016 she qualified in post and prenatal pilates classes through Pilates ITC in Australia. Maren loves how pilates  can help you build strength as your body changes through each trimester, helps you to prepare your body for birth and to regain control after birth. 

    As a mother of two children, she understands the emotions we go through as our bodies change through each trimester. Maren is excited to guide you through your entire pregnancy to move safely and feel supported.

    Outside of work Maren enjoys practising pilates, nature walks, gardening and spending quality time with her family. 

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