Meet the Team at Essential Family Chiropractic
Natalie, Chiropractic Assistant & Advocate
Natalie has been passionate about chiropractic care for over two decades, working in both the UK and New Zealand. Throughout her journey, she’s witnessed countless transformations—what many would call miracles—as people’s lives change through a properly functioning nervous system.
Her love for the profession is rooted in its ability to bring hope and healing. “It’s incredible to see the changes that happen when the body starts working the way it’s meant to. People feel lighter, healthier, more themselves.”
Now based in the relaxed coastal town of Raglan, Natalie shares life with her partner Bobby and their two teenagers, Callum and Ellys. Her warmth, experience, and belief in natural health make her a valued part of the Essential Family Chiropractic team.
Larissa
Larissa has always been passionate about natural and holistic health, and has worked with David at Essential Family Chiropractic on and off since 2011.
She loves how chiropractic care stimulates and unleashes the body’s inbuilt ability to heal, restore, and rebuild itself naturally.
Larissa is particularly passionate about children’s health and prevention. “It makes sense to build a foundation of wellness in children, rather than wait for the problems of adulthood to develop.” She appreciates that chiropractic is a safe, natural approach suitable for all ages. “It’s very satisfying seeing older adults—who are often told by their doctors that ‘it’s just age’—experience real improvements and regain the ability to stay active and independent.”
For Larissa, chiropractic is ultimately about helping people enjoy longer, more active lives.
She has four children, is actively involved in her church, and enjoys reading, walking, and eating delicious home-cooked meals made with vegetables grown by her husband, Adrian.