Gabrielle - Rielle - Friedrich 

Reg. Physiotherapist - PNZ (Physiotherapy New Zealand)

Reg. Physio-Acupuncture - PAANZ (Physiotherapy Acupuncture Association of New Zealand) 

Reg. Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist - PACT  (Pacific Association of Cranioscral Therapists)

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Rielle is a registered physiotherapist meeting the healthcare needs of many clients in the Hauraki District and beyond. In 2000, she established the 'Health in Motion' clinic alongside the Zen Tao Tai Chi & Qi Gong School.

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She managed the health clinic on a full-time basis until 2024, and now dedicates three days a week treating patients. 

A wide variety of Tai Chi and Qi Gong styles are offered on a regular basis.

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As a dedicated practitioner, Rielle has enhanced her skills by studying various techniques in the fields of Physiotherapy, Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy and Acupuncture. She advanced her expertise with postgraduate training in Toyohari Acupuncture, a refined system of acupuncture and meridian therapy.

 

Rielle has a deep interest in holistic health and the body’s innate ability to recover.

She first learned Craniosacral Therapy in 1995 working with the biomechanical approach for five years. Furthering her education, in 2000 she commenced her studies in Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy and gained her diploma in 2002 and a decade later achieved her advanced diploma..  

Rielle has been teaching both in New Zealand and internationally over 15 years, and remains passionate about sharing her knowledge and skills with others.

She is an accredited tutor and supervisor for the Pacific Association of Craniosacral Therapists (PACT).