Our Massage Therapists
Paulette Donaldson
As a long-term Taupo resident and the owner of the Massage Clinic I have practiced Massage for many years in Taupo.
I have seen the benefits of massage and have trained in some specialised massage techniques such as Bowen and Reiki.
I am a keen supporter of the events held in Taupo and have massaged many Ironman and Cycle Challenge participants over the years. I am always willing to talk to people about the potential that bodywork has to improve people’s quality of life.
Sharon Watkins
Massage therapy has been a strong passion of mine for over 17 years. I have worked in this field at various stages throughout that time.
My focus is to provide a relaxing, peaceful and healing treatment as well as having the skills and knowledge to work at a deeper remedial and sports therapy level.
I come from a scientific and sales background originally, have travelled extensively overseas and have since settled into a great family and work life in Taupo.
Belinda Moeller
I have always been of service obtaining a Bachelor of Nursing straight out of secondary school working in Orthopaedics then District Nursing in the U.K.
During my O.E I began working on my own spiritual development. I have upheld and worked with my massage Diploma for 5 and a half years at The Massage Clinic.
I have received 1st Degree Reiki, I am currently training to be a First Light Flower essence Practitioner and I enjoy using hot stones in my treatments.
I have always believed natural health is the first port of call in my life and it keeps opening me up with joy, calm and healing.
Siriwan Nilachan
I am a traditional Thai massage therapist. I completed my training in 2014 at the Thai Traditional Medicine Association of Thailand and have worked at spa's in Thailand and New Zealand. I have been living in Taupo for 4 years and am happy to call it home.
I am also trained in Relaxation and Sports massage.
I enjoy helping people and believe that massage can bring people health and happiness.
Leslie Allen
I studied in Canada to receive a Diploma in Massage at the prestigious massage college of Sutherland and Chan with over 2200 hours of training.
I have been fortunate to have worked all over the world in various settings including here at the Massage Clinic and am very happy to be back again.
My focus is on client self care, treatment planning and ergonomic education while ensuring the client is as relaxed as possible.
I have also trained in cupping, indie head massage and personal training which I use as a tool in my treatment plans for clients.
Michelle Oxley
Health and well-being is important to us all. My aim is to provide a treatment that will help relax the body as well as the mind to help rejuvenate and replenish the bodies natural healing properties.
Michelle gained her level 4 certificate in Relaxation Massage through the NZ College of Massage in 2014 and has recently completed further study into remedial techniques for the upper body.
I am looking forward to doing more training in the future to expand my knowledge and skill set.
Shiyana Leaf
My passion led me to study therapeutic and sports massage through Toi Ohomai and graduated with a New Zealand Diploma in wellness and relaxation massage in 2024.
I love that this job gives me the opportunity to meet new people and share my passion of wellness with others.