
Supporting recovery and restoration across the interconnected layers of health, function, and wellbeing— addressing pain, injuries, trauma, stress, behavioural patterns, and life transitions for both individuals and companion animals.
Christchurch, North Canterbury & Waimakariri- Outcall, Online & Distance Sessions - Local & International Support

Mend Well supports a whole-system approach to integrative care and restoration.
Every session is guided in real time, working across the interconnected layers of wellbeing — including structural, neurological, biochemical, emotional, behavioural, environmental and energetic influences.
Support is adapted according to what is most relevant at the time, drawing from multiple methods and approaches as appropriate.
This process is guided through the 8 Layers of Restoration and 6 Integrative Pathways, supporting recovery, adaptation and restoration across the systems.
"A healthy being has countless desires; an unwell one has but one."
Optimal health is not isolated—it emerges from the connection between ourselves, our loved ones, our companion animals, and the experiences that shape how we function and respond amid the environments we inhabit. At Mend Well, care is guided by these connections, supporting greater ease,
and restoration throughout life's challenges and transitions.
How Mend Well Works
Based on your needs and circumstances, care adapts dynamically across the pathways and layers of restoration, supporting a whole-system approach rather than fixed offerings.
You don't need to determine which pathway or layer to work with or identify the right method in advance—sessions are guided by what's most relevant at the time while still allowing space to focus on areas that matter to you.
If there's a particular area you'd like to address for you, your family, or companion animal—such as physical recovery, emotional wellbeing, nutrition, environmental influences, or life transitions—you're welcome to share this when booking or during your session.
The Mend Well Framework
Our framework is built around interconnected pathways and layers that form a unified whole-system model of care for individuals, companion animals, and the environments they share.
BODY
Structure & Function
Alignment Pathway
Supporting recovery, mobility, posture, comfort, and whole-body integration.
Pain – Injury – Mobility – Function
Methods may include bodywork, structural integration, fascial approaches, neurological repatterning, and hands-on restorative care.
BRAIN
Neurological & Sensory
Repatterning Pathway
Supporting sensory processing, brain–body communication, neurological recovery, and adaptability.
Trauma – Regulation – Processing – Integration
Methods may include neurological repatterning, sensory integration approaches, somatic support, and brain–body communication techniques.
MIND & EMOTIONS
Behavioural
Reframing Pathway
Supporting emotional wellbeing, stress responses, behavioural patterns, psychological flexibility, confidence, and adaptation.
Stress – Behaviour – Confidence – Resilience
Methods may include coaching, behavioural approaches, psychology-informed support, communication strategies, and emotional processing techniques.
INTERNAL PHYSIOLOGY
Nutrition & Lifestyle
Foundations Pathway
Supporting recovery, vitality, and long-term wellbeing through nutrition, routines, habits, and natural remedies.
Vitality – Nutrition – Balance – Foundations
Methods may include nutritional guidance, natural remedies, lifestyle support, supplementation, and wellbeing planning.
ENVIRONMENT
Energy & Balance
Recalibration Pathway
Supporting the relationship between people, animals, and their environments—exploring how spatial, energetic, relational, and environmental factors may influence balance, function, behaviour, and recovery.
Environment – Relationships – Balance – Support
Methods may include environmental assessment, energetic approaches, spatial wellbeing principles, and relational system support.
SPIRIT & SOUL
Transitions & Aadaptations
Integration Pathway
Supporting life transitions, adaptation, stability, and meaningful engagement through integrative mentoring and guidance.
Meaning – Transition – Purpose – Growth
Methods may include mentoring, life-transition support, caregiver support, occupational therapy-informed approaches, and integrative guidance.
WELCOME
Welcome to The Holistic Rehab and Mend Well — a space dedicated to whole-system care
for individuals and companion animals.
Guided by experience and a deep respect for the complexity of each being, this work supports meaningful change through listening, responsiveness, and adaptation. Rather than focusing on isolated symptoms, care is guided by how the body and its interconnected systems present in real time—supporting release, regulation,
and functional restoration across multiple layers.
Whether you are navigating injury recovery, ongoing challenges, or seeking to restore overall capacity, each session offers a tailored and integrative approach guided by your current needs. Every journey is unique, and support is designed to meet you — and your companion animals — where you are, at every stage of the process.
Meet Amy
'Founder of 'The Holistic Rehab' & Mend Well
I’m a passionate advocate for holistic health, here to support individuals and their companion animals through pain, trauma, chronic imbalances, and the everyday wear of life. With over 25 years of experience, I specialize in a whole-system approach that addresses the physical, mental, emotional, and environmental layers of well-being. My path into this work was shaped early on. I grew up deeply inspired by my mother, a compassionate and skilled nurse who modeled what it meant to care with heart, integrity, and presence. I always dreamed of becoming a veterinarian, naturally drawn to helping animals. But over time—through firsthand experience and what I witnessed in both my own life and my mother’s work—I began to see the limits of conventional medicine. I saw symptoms being managed, but not resolved. Root causes left unaddressed. And people and animals caught in cycles of recurring illness, pain, and disconnection. A pivotal moment that shifted my perspective came when my son, after countless rounds of antibiotics for recurrent ear infections, finally experienced lasting relief through homeopathy. That experience, combined with the passion I saw in my mother when helping others, ignited a love for holistic health and set me on a different path. As a young mother of 25, I trusted my instincts and began to explore alternative methods of care, moving away from conventional treatments in favor of something that felt more aligned with the body’s natural intelligence. Later in life, I faced a life-threatening illness, and once again, I turned to alternative methods. It was a great reminder that I’ve always been on the right path—one that truly honors the body’s innate ability to mend when supported in the right way. I’ve dedicated myself to holistic and restorative methods that honor the complexity and individuality of each being. I founded The Holistic Rehab as a space where real transformation can happen—where pain and injuries are not just managed, but addressed and mended, layer by layer. I specialize in structural and functional integration, using hands-on methods, energetic modalities, and personalized care to help re-pattern physiological, biological, and neurological pathways. Whether working with people or animals, I focus on what the body is showing in the moment—because real change isn’t linear, and the body’s intelligence often reveals more than the conscious mind or even the story we’ve been told. I don’t rely on fixed protocols or assumptions about what “should” be addressed. Instead, I assess what the body is presenting in real time—drawing from years of experience to recognize patterns, priorities, and what’s most relevant in that moment. My work is adaptive, guided by clinical observation and informed by a broad foundation of training across multiple disciplines. With a background in health science, holistic therapies, and spiritual care, I integrate a variety of approaches to support both physical and emotional restoration. Drawing from a wide range of modalities—bodywork, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), energetic practices, and natural remedies—I help clients recalibrate and restore balance across multiple systems. My work is further informed by botanical formulations, frequency-based support, and spiritually grounded practices, allowing me to offer a deeply integrative approach to care. Each session becomes an opportunity to uncover and support the next most relevant layer, gradually restoring mobility, clarity, and resilience at every level: physical, emotional, mental, energetic, and environmental. This work is deeply personal to me. It’s rooted in my own journey through injury and trauma, my mother’s legacy of care, and a deep belief in the body’s ability to restore itself when given the right support. Every life I’m invited into is an honor. I’m here to walk alongside you or your companion animal, supporting meaningful change and sustainable restoration—so you can truly Mend Well.

Mend Well Experiences
" Working with Amy has been an absolute delight. She is kind, caring and most importantly has helped me clear so much pain in my body. I first went to Amy for help with neck and shoulder pain, after only a few sessions this has completely disappeared. What has been so incredible is all the other things Amy has been able to help with. I experience constant dizziness and headaches, all of which Amy has released. I have previously tried physios, chiropractors, and acupuncture for my pain and none have worked in such a quick, painless and easy way. I leave every session feeling lighter and calm.
After experiencing such incredible results, I started bringing my partner along too. He has scoliosis and often gets bad back pain and struggles to stand up straight. Having had 3 sessions with Amy now, he looks visibly straighter and all this back pain is gone. We are both incredibly grateful for Amy’s help and highly recommend her to anyone experiencing pain."
- Olivia Wilson
" I have worked with horse's all of my life both overseas and here in New Zealand and I have seen a lot of body workers. Nothing comes close to what I have seen Amy achieve. The systems she uses is something that has to be seen to believe.
I have started a lot of horses and I always have Amy over to go over them before and during the starting stages. Amy will pick up everything no matter how many times I won't tell her any issues they may have. The way the horse's respond is eerie, she is amazing and I highly recommend her. Bonus is she does humans too! "
- Jesse Hughes
"Amy is truly a miracle worker! I've been seeing her for about 8 months now, and the results are astounding. After a scooter accident when I was 18, I've had chronic issues that I thought were just part of life. But Amy's expertise and care have changed everything. Her approach during the session and simulating motor sensory loops being on the scooter again, led to incredible breakthroughs. My jaw alignment improved dramatically - my teeth now line up perfectly when I close my mouth, and the clicking is gone.
But it's not just physical; I feel more grounded, my brain fog has lifted, and my thinking feels clearer. My body feels like it's supposed to, and I'm forever grateful for Amy's work. Highly recommend! "
"Amy provided invaluable support for my 14-year-old dog Benji when his health was declining. After reviewing photos and videos, she thoroughly assessed his diet, exercise, and wellbeing needs. Her practical recommendations included adjusting his nutrition with essential vitamins and minerals, removing problematic treats, and adding brain-supporting nutrients. She also suggested natural worming treatments and helpful resources.
Amy performed a Brain & Body Synergy session through muscle testing to help clear potential toxin exposure effects from Benji's system.
What stands out most is her ongoing care - she's followed up multiple times to check his progress and made further adjustments as needed. Thanks to Amy's expertise and genuine commitment, Benji is significantly improved, and I'm deeply grateful for the difference she's made in his wellbeing."
- Wendy Stuart
" Sometimes we don't realize the weight of something we've been carrying until we feel the weight of its release "
Remedies & Support
Join us in supporting health, function, and wellbeing for individuals and companion animals through integrative, whole-system care guided by the Mend Well Framework.
Mend. Restore. Thrive.
Personalized Care for All
Ongoing Education & Guidance
Holistic Approach
Outcall Care & Product Deliveries
Whole System-Restorative Care
Telehealth Sessions Available
Our Mission
Pioneering a new path to restorative care for individuals and their animal companions through innovative holistic approaches. Our focus is on helping to alleviate feelings of discomfort, supporting the body's natural processes of recovery following injuries and trauma, and addressing the effects of environmental exposures and stressors, all with the goal of fostering a state of balance and well-being.
The Holistic Rehab | Mend Well
LOCATIONS Christchurch, North Canterbury & Waimakariri- Outcall, Online & Distance Sessions -
Local & International Support
EMAIL theholisticrehab@protonmail.com
PHONE +64 21 152 3286
Support in other regions is available through trusted colleagues via referral where appropriate in
Auckland | Taranaki | Otago
















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