Team Physio Moves

Marc Southgate - BHS Physiotherapy, Post Grad. Western Acupuncture, MNZP
Director / Principle Physiotherapist

Hi, I'm Marc.

I am a enthusiastic Physiotherapist with a love for people and understanding how the human body functions. I have a clear practice approach based on an integration of manual therapy and exercise prescription that focuses on treating the cause of your problem rather than providing you with a temporary solution. 

I have a keen attitude towards health and fitness, finding that some of the greatest rewards in life are those achieved by helping others reach a destination in life they thought was untouchable whether it be living life pain and injury free, dropping those extra kg's,  or returning to a former sport or passion.

I have 10 years experience in the health and fitness industry and 7 years experience providing Physiotherapy and Strength and Conditioning services to the general public and premier level sports teams.

​Feel free to visit me at the Physio Moves clinic at Botany Town Centre, I am here to help you.


"If you want the results you'll find the time, 
if not you'll find an excuse"

Qualifications

- BHSc Physiotherapy 
- PGrad. Cert Western Acupuncture
- Cert. Dry needling and Pain management
- Cert. Mulligans Concept
- Cert. Exercise Prescription Lvl 6
- Cert. FIFA 11+ Trainer
- Sports Medicine NZ Board Member 
- Member of Physiotherapy NZ

Experience

- Botany Downs Secondary College 1st XV     2016-present
​- Counties Manukau Rugby Development 2014 (winners)
- Counties Manukau Rugby Under 20's 2013 (runner up)
- Patumahoe Rugby Prems 2011
- Cert. Mulligans Concept
- Cert. Exercise Prescription Lvl 6
- Sports Medicine NZ Board Member 
- Member of Physiotherapy NZ

Sean Smit - BHS Physiotherapy, MNZP
Physiotherapist 

HI I'm sean (SMITTY).

I got interested in Physiotherapy after a stint of injuries kept me from playing. These encounters left me intrigued by what else Physiotherapy could do to help people I started my journey to becoming a Physiotherapist.

​I have found a career in Physiotherapy not just a job. Any time you are able to rid others of pain or help them achieve a goal they thought they never could is one of the most rewarding feelings there is. That is why I love the job, the fact that I can help people start to use “I can” rather than “I can’t”. 

I have a very keen interest in sports Physiotherapy and rehabilitation as this is what first brought me to the profession. I enjoy being under pressure from coaches to keep their star players on the pitch as this pushes me to keep up with advancement of rehab strategies and protocols.

I will be at the new clinic in Takainini, so pop in with any concerns you may have. 

Qualifications

- BHSc Physiotherapy
- Cert. Exercise Prescription and Sports Management
- Cert. FIFA 11+ Trainer
- Member of Physiotherapy NZ

Experience

- Papakura mens 1st team 2013     (division winners)
- Papakura womens 1st team 2015 
- Manurewa U'19 nationals football 2015 (winners)
- NZ Nadi/NZFFI Football 2013-current

Rachael Kingstone -  BHS Physiotherapy, Post Grad. Sport and Exercise Science
Senior Physiotherapist

Hi, I'm Rachael.

Like most people, I have had my own challenges wilh illness and injuries. I see these temporary setbacks as reminders that ‘health is my real wealth’ and I gratefully use my wealth of physiotherapy knowledge to assist others to in their health journey.

I am an innovative physiotherapist with a broad range of skills; I have a background in musculoskeletal and hospital based physiotherapy. I have a strong interest in using biomechanical analysis, postural assessment and exercise to enhance the movement of a client. I also recognise the importance of the connection between the body and the mind and my skills in Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) can assist with numerous complaints including chronic pain.
Outside of physiotherapy, I am a competitive trail and road runner but I also dabble with surfing and golf and I keenly follow my siblings play hockey.

Whatever your aim is with seeking physiotherapy whether you want to climb stairs, return to your sport or to work, waltz down the road or grasp the goodies on the high shelf, you can be assured that I will hear your story and together we will strive to reach to the top of the staircase! Just take the first step and get in touch with PhysioMoves!

Qualifications

- Post Graduate Certificate in Sport and Exercise Science 2016
- AUT Bachelor of Health Science, Physiotherapy 2012
- Practitioner, Master Practitioner and Trainer of Neuro Linguistic Programming 2016
- Workplace First Aid Certificate​

Research publication

Reid, D. A., Vanweerd, R. J., Larmer, P. J., & Kingstone, R. (2015). The inter and intra rater reliability of the Netball Movement Screening Tool. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 18(3), 353-357.

Adam Herbison - BHS Physiotherapy, MNZP
Physiotherapist

Hi, I'm Adam

I am passionate about musculoskeletal physiotherapy which stemmed from studying to be a personal trainer, as well as managing my own injuries through sports and rehab after surgery. Having been selected to represent New Zealand at the International Taekwon-Do World Champs, I have a great understanding of the importance of looking after and supporting the way our bodies move and work, both in sports and every day life. In my practice I aim for optimal recovery to get my patients back into daily activities and sport. 

Qualifications

- BHSc (Physiotherapy)
- Qualified Personal Trainer
- Member of Physiotherapy NZ

Experience

​- New Zealand ITF Taekwon-Do World Championships representative (2017)
- Coach for kickboxing/ITF Taekwon-Do (2012-2017)
- National and International Gold Medalist in ITF Taekwon-Do (2012, 2016, 2017)

Courtney Seth - BHS Physiotherapy, MNZP
Physiotherapist

Hi, I'm Courtney

Raised and schooled in South Auckland, I am enthusiastic and proud to be giving back to the community that I feel so passionately towards.
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I graduated from AUT in 2014 with a BHSc (Physiotherapy). I am a passionate musculoskeletal physiotherapist with a special interest in sports & post-operative rehabilitation. I believe in a combined approach of manual therapy and exercise prescription to ensure people meet their rehabilitation goals so they can get back to enjoying whatever their lifestyle entails. 

Qualifications

- ​BHSc Physiotherapy 
- Currently working towards a Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy 
- Member of Sports Physiotherapy SIG
- Member of Physiotherapy NZ 
- First Aid Qualified 

Experience

- ​Sports Physiotherapist for Akarana Falcons Premier Men's (NZRL National Premiership 2017 competition)

- Sports Physiotherapist for Manurewa Marlins Rugby League Premier Men's & Premier Reserves 2017

Nikki Southgate 
Co-Director / Practice manager

Hi, I'm Nikki.

Marc and I founded Physio Moves in early 2015.  We birthed the business with a vision to create a Physiotherapy clinic that makes a difference to lives of the people seeking our services by welcoming our clients through our doors as part of the family and sending them away leading a better quality of life once done with their injury rehabilitation.

I spent the good part of two years working in retail management before moving on to the aviation industry where I was cabin crew for eight years and an Inflight Service Manager for thee of those years.  It was in these roles where I refined my customer service and management skills.

I am also a mom to two beautiful girls which is my most valued and happiest achievement in life to date.
I love keeping reasonably fit, getting outdoors as much as possible, being creative, reading books that help me grow personally and professionally and most of all spending and investing time in my family and friends lives where ever possible.

I am based in our Botany clinic and would love to meet you when you pop in to get you injury seen to.