Premier Osteo Team

The Premier Osteo Team works ​closely together to give you the best possible results for your specific condition.

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— Matt Mckoy Google Review

Barbara Paumelle: Osteopath

Special Interest In:

  • Paediatric Osteopathy for Babies and Children

  • Pregnancy Osteopathy: Prenatal & Postpartum Issues

  • Lower back and Pelvic Pain

  • Long Term Chronic Pain, Nerve Pain and Sciatica

  • Abdominal Issues, Pain and Reflux

Qualifications & Professional Registrations

  • ACC Registered Practitioner of Osteopathy

  • New Zealand Registered Osteopath with the Osteopathic Council of New Zealand

  • France Registered Osteopath

  • Masters of Osteopathy from the Collège Ostéopathique de Bordeaux (COB)

  • Postgraduate Training in Prenatal and Paediatrics

How Barbara Treats

Barbara is dedicated to patient-centered care in her osteopathy practice, aiming for the best health results for everyone who visits her. She takes a holistic approach, treating patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors, ensuring personalized care for each individual. Barbara uses various movement therapies, breathing exercises, and attentive listening to adapt her methods to your body’s needs. Her gentle techniques include soft tissue massage, stretching, articulation, and both cranial and visceral osteopathy. All these treatments focus on restoring health, improving mobility, and enhancing overall wellness in a supportive environment. She prioritizes your health and is committed to helping you achieve your health goals with compassion and understanding.

About Barbara

Coming from France, Barbara has always had a deep and enduring interest in the complexities of the human body and overall health. She finds it profoundly fascinating to improve people's lives through her work, primarily by using manual therapy techniques. This passion drives her commitment to helping others achieve better well-being and comfort in their daily lives.

What Barbara likes

Besides her expertise in osteopathy, Barbara is deeply passionate about cooking, healthy food, and maintaining a balanced way of living. She also enjoys engaging in various fitness activities, including boxing, as well as tramping around the beautiful landscapes of New Zealand to discover and appreciate all that the country has to offer.

What Patients Think

“I had never been to an osteopath before, so I was unsure of what to expect. Barbara’s warm, professional manner put me at ease immediately. In diagnosing my problem, I was impressed with her questioning, which was specific and searching. This enabled me to answer with as much helpful information as possible. Barbara made notes as our session progressed. I found this reassuring because she took my problem seriously and future visits could be more effective. Barbara gave very clear instructions regarding the movements she needed me to do and then explained that given my information and her exploratory work my femoral nerve was likely to be inflamed. Her hypothesis made sense to me and after manually treating my back she showed me exercises to do to help it recover and to relieve my discomfort. I was very pleased to receive an email from Barbara just hours after my consultation listing the exercises, which I have done daily, and am pleased to say they have eased my discomfort. Barbara’s professional knowledge has provided me with a better understanding of my body, it’s needs, and how I can help it. I appreciate her work a great deal.”

Jenny Gary - Review



Caroline Barker: Osteopath, Health & Fitness Coach

Special interests in:

  • Upper & Lower Back Pain

  • Neck & Shoulder Pain

  • Knee & Ankle Pain Rehab

  • Functional Movement & Corrective Exercise

  • Pre and Post Operative Treatment and Rehabilitation

  • Nutrition, Health & Fitness Education

Qualifications & Professional Registrations

  • ACC Registered Practitioner of Osteopathy

  • New Zealand Registered Osteopath with the Osteopathic Council of New Zealand

  • UK registered osteopath with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC)

  • Masters in Osteopathy – University College of Osteopathy London

  • Diploma in Health Sciences- Anglo European Chiropractic University - Bournemouth

  • Certificate in Pregnancy massage- St Mary’s University Twickenham

  • Level 5 Professional Diploma- Sports Massage and Sports Treatments- Essentials for Health, London

  • Level 3 Diploma Body Massage – Morley College, London

  • Certificate in Pre & Post Natal Exercise Prescription - Premier Global UK

  • REHAB Trainer certified - REHAB Trainer, Australia

  • Level 3 CYQ Personal Trainer Award- Central YMCA – London

How Caroline Treats

Caroline’s background in functional movement combined with the knowledge and experience she has gleaned from treating a wide variety of people- from the very unwell to injured athletes and everything in between. This has affirmed her belief regarding the benefits of a holistic and pragmatic approach to treatment. As a result, developing a deeper understanding as to what your individual needs are and what is most important so she can help you find better health, enabling you to continue doing the things you love the most.

She applies not only a hands-on approach but will also provide you with bespoke skills and knowledge ensuring you continue your journey into better health, whilst maintaining your results for as long as possible.

She also prides herself in your continuity of care and will call on colleagues or other health care professionals if required to ensure you receive the best available care to ensure a full recovery.

About Caroline

Born into a generation of South African mountaineers, Caroline has always been and a lover of the outdoors and has interest in a variety of sports.

Having spent the first part of her career in a desk bound job, Caroline understands the challenges of managing high levels of stress and long working hours, whilst trying to sustain one’s health and wellness.

This led her to pursue a new career in health a fitness with the view to helping people manage this balance.

What Caroline Likes

Caroline enjoys open water swimming and exploring green spaces with both family and friends. Her on going passion to helping people live their best lives is a constant driver to continue her professional development and evolve her skillset.

What Patients Think

“Having never seen an osteopath before, I was nervous for my initial consultation. This was short-lived, however, because Caroline instantly made me feel relaxed and put my mind at ease. I felt heard with everything I was saying and by the end of the first appointment my outlook on my back pain had totally changed. Within a few short sessions over a few weeks and utilising the changes Caroline suggested, I was back in the gym and enjoying my life again. Empathetic, professional and effective - I can't recommend her enough!”

James Cornell Google Review

Anna Stepanenko: Osteopath & Health Coach

Special Interest In:

  • Neck, Upper Back and Shoulder Pain

  • Jaw/TMJ pain, Headaches and Migraines

  • Pregnancy and postpartum Issues

  • Lower Back Pain and Sciatica

  • Stress and Mental Health Management 

Qualifications & Professional Registrations

How Anna Treats

Anna strongly believes in the involvement of her patients in each step of their treatment and formulates treatment plans in harmony with her patient’s values, beliefs and daily life. 

Anna advises her patients on exercise, rehabilitation and correct movement patterns to engage them in their own recovery. Her passion for this approach was born out of her love for martial arts, in particular Muay Thai. Years of dedication and training have help Anna appreciate the importance of physical fitness and movement within the human body.

Anna feels it is important for patients to understand the journey they are embarking on when choosing osteopathy and endeavours to share her knowledge, tips and tricks to getting everyone to optimal recovery. She will work harmoniously with people from all walks of life to create a safe environment in which they can heal, rebuild and return to daily life as a new and improved version of themselves. 

About Anna

Anna chose Osteopathy as a career as a way to incorporate her natural curiosity in science and the human body and her creativity. She finds working with patients to be a rewarding experience and enjoys adapting her approach to satisfy each unique individual’s needs. 

Anna has demonstrated a keen interest health and fitness her whole life and uses this passion to motivate and inspire her patients to achieve their goals. The programmes she develops are the consequence of hours of continual professional development, study and application which have allowed her to achieve amazing results for her patients.

What Anna Likes

Outside of osteopathy, Anna’s interests include maintaining his personal fitness through the gym and Muay Thai training. She is also inspired by languages, travel and art. 

Through a long-standing experience of living around the world, Anna has picked up conversational knowledge of Mandarin and Spanish, and is fluent in Russian and English. 

What Patients Think

“Anna is an amazing osteopath and is very knowledgeable in helping me recover from a severe concussion would recommend her to anyone dealing with concussion or if your body is out of line.”

Tony Vitali Google Review

“When I went to Anna and I felt totally broken and beyond repair. Not only has Anna made a huge difference to my body and life, she is extremely professional and thorough”.

Holly Conway Google Reviw

Holly Westwood: Osteopath & Health Coach

Special Interest In

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  • Lower Back Pain and Disc Injuries

  • Chronic Ongoing Neck and Upper Back Pain

  • Headaches, Migraines and TMJ Jaw Pain

  • Shoulder Injuries

  • Pelvic Pain, Pregnancy Discomfort and Acid Reflux

  • Stress Management and Health Coaching

All treatment includes a functional medicine health approach to help optimise a person’s quality of life to not only recover you back to health but, improve your health in hope to get the most out of your future.

Qualifications & Professional Registrations

How Holly Treats

Holly believes osteopathy is a way to help people rediscover their optimal health potential through improving the alignment and function of the Musculoskeletal system.

Holly likes to help her patients understand that they are in the driving seat and  in full control of their recovery journey. She will work together with you to create windows of opportunities, to not only recover you back to health but, to improve your health in hope to get the most out of your future and allow you to explore alternative lifestyle options, which you may have neglected due to your previous health limitations.

With a keen interest in optimising a person’s quality of life, Holly will work with you as an individual, providing you with treatment and management plans that are directed towards your personal goals and expectations. Working with a patient’s values to help overcome difficulties around their lifestyle and injury restrictions.

Holly enjoys treating with a variety of techniques. She adapts her treatment style depending on what the patient likes and needs. Holly works with soft tissue techniques, articulation and manipulations.

Working with Holly will feel like a partnership, having someone to listen to how you feel about your situation that is only relevant to you and your life.

About Holly

Holly is delighted to have chosen a career in Osteopathy as it allows her to meet a variety of different people, learning how to best accommodate everyone one as an individual within their own lives.

Holly values the relationships she builds with her patients and enjoys creating space for her patients to understand their injury and explore lifestyle changes to achieve better health possibilities.  

In her spare time, she enjoys maintaining her fitness at the gym despite suffering from long-term back and neck pain, which allows her to understand those patients that struggle with their daily activities and ways to overcome aggravating conditions.

What Holly Likes

Holly is new to the Country and loving the different aspects New Zealand has to offer. She enjoys her fitness and keeping healthy.

What Holly’s Patients Think

“I suffered from debilitating migraines for three years before seeing Holly at Premier Osteo. I have tried absolutely everything and seen several specialists, but I did not notice a reduction in my migraines until seeing Holly. Alongside in-appointment treatment, Holly has supported me with at home exercises as well as lifestyle/diet changes to help reduce my migraines and it has made the world of difference. I went from having a severe migraine a week, alongside countless low-grade headaches, to not having experienced a migraine in weeks and far less low-grade headaches. Holly is passionate about keeping her patients informed and she is warm and inviting at all our appointments. I highly recommend going to see Holly Westwood!”

Tracy Google Review

“Holly is phenomenal !! Knowledgeable, skilled, and passionate about providing appropriate care and plans for recovery. I had been seen by multiple health practitioners over a period of 6 months, yet no answers, and pain remained the same. After one visit with Holly, she referred me to back specialists - who then organised an MRI and diagnosed me with a herniated disk. Having answers and continued support/advice from Holly I feel I am on the right road to recovery. Thank you Holly for being the amazing person you are”

Carmen Google Review

Tonia Peachey: Functional Medicine Osteopath & CEO

Special Interest In

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  • Complex Chronic Pain that no else has been able to help you with

  • Auto-Immune Conditions, I.B.S, Gut Conditions, & Allergies

  • Sports Injuries: Swimmers, Water Polo Players and Triathletes

  • Pregnancy Related Pain, Conditions & Reflux

Qualifications & Professional Registration

How Tonia Treats

Tonia is the principal Osteopath and Director of Premier Osteo.  Since becoming an Osteopath Tonia has realised that there are a significant number of people that are suffering with long term chronic pain and diseases. Unfortunately, these people tend to fall outside of our current acute-care medical model and are being told "there is nothing we can do you just have to live with this."  Tonia believes strongly that this is not true.  She has furthered her training by studying Functional Medicine. This addresses the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms. As a Functional Medicine Practitioner she spends the time with her patients, listening to their histories and looking at the interactions among injuries, genetics, environmental, and lifestyle factors that can influence long-term health and complex, chronic pain and disease.

​Tonia specialises in treating sport injuries, chronic long term pain and she excels at treating patients with complex injuries and medical conditions.  She combines her Osteopathic and Functional Medicine skills with exercise prescription to provide an exceptional hands on experience for all of her patients.  She understands that everyone is an individual and will always listen to you and explain what is causing your problems.  She will give you a detailed lifestyle, exercise, nutritional, sleep and stress management plan to help to improve all of your conditions and send you on an upward spiral to good health.

About Tonia

Tonia has a passion for helping people.  She decided to retrain at Unitec and become an Osteopath, after working in the Sport and Fitness industry for many years.  In such roles as: National Development Director for New Zealand Water Polo; Senior Sport Development Officer at the Hong Kong Football Club; and International Rehabilitation Personal Trainer.  

She has since gone on the further her education by study Functional Medicine in the USA with the Institute of Functional Medicine.

What Tonia Likes
As a teenager Tonia represented New Zealand in water polo and held various New Zealand swimming records. Currently she loves to be in the outdoors kayaking, mountain biking and hiking with her partner Kurt and dog Jasper.

What Tonia’s Patients Think

“…Tonia asked in-depth questions and got my whole history - she wanted to know everything, and I could tell she was looking for links between all my symptoms - something no-one else had ever done. She educated me about the link between long-term stress and the effect this was having on my whole being. Through her help and guidance I have changed my diet and now take supplements I was badly lacking in… Tonia not only treated my symptoms, but looked further to find the underlying causes - no doctor has ever done this for me - and then supported each aspect of my health to bring me back into balance and well being. I am eternally grateful for her help, as it has turned my life around, and has enabled me to continue my dream of completing a degree and pursuing my life dreams which I never thought I would be able to accomplish.” - Jill Parsonson Google Review