With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Michelle is a skilled and dedicated Registered Massage Therapist renowned for her comprehensive background in therapeutic and holistic health. Michelle offers a diverse range of services, including lymphatic drainage, remedial/deep tissue massage, pregnancy massage, myofascial cupping and reflexology. She operates a private practice from her home garden-scape that provides a comfortable and professional setting for all.

Michelle Ackerman - Massage & Lymphatic Drainage

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Michelle is a very kind professional fixer for my Fat arm.
Thanks. 
Alasdair. 

Absolutely love my massages with Michelle she is amazing and would recommend her to everyone!!

Michelle was so knowledgeable and made me feel very comfortable and relaxed. Would highly recommend 

Tailored therapeutic massage designed to address your specific needs. Blended treatment modalities and techniques are available within this time frame such as the inclusion of Infrared heat, lymphatic drainage, custom aromatherapy blends, reflexology, cupping, trigger point therapy, MFR and more

60min Massage - Returning client

Tailored therapeutic massage designed to address your specific needs. Blended treatment modalities and techniques are available within this time frame such as the inclusion of Infrared heat, lymphatic drainage, custom aromatherapy blends, reflexology, cupping, trigger point therapy, MFR and more.
📢 New Clients or new to the MEND studio– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

90min Massage - Returning client

45min Massage - Returning client

📢 New Clients– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients or clients seeing me for the first time at the MEND studio, contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

Tailored therapeutic massage designed to address your specific needs. Blended treatment modalities and techniques are available within this time frame such as the inclusion of Infrared heat, lymphatic drainage, custom aromatherapy blends, reflexology, cupping, trigger point therapy, MFR and more

NEW CLIENT-  60min Massage

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📢 New Clients– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients or clients seeing me for the first time at the MEND studio, contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

Ideal for addressing specific areas of lymphatic congestion, providing focused treatment to promote localised fluid movement and immediate relief.

NEW CLIENT- Lymphatic Drainage 45min 

Ideal for addressing specific areas of lymphatic congestion, providing focused treatment to promote localised fluid movement and immediate relief.
📢 New Clients or new to the MEND studio– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

Lymphatic Drainage 45min - Returning Client

📢 New Clients– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients or clients seeing me for the first time at the MEND studio, contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

NEW CLIENT - Lymphatic Drainage 60min

A comprehensive session tailored to stimulate the lymphatic system, improve immune function, and promote detoxification throughout the body.
📢 New Clients or new to the MEND studio– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

Lymphatic Drainage 60min - Returning client

📢 New Clients– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients or clients seeing me for the first time at the MEND studio, contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

Includes advanced breathing techniques providing a deeper and more thorough lymphatic drainage experience for enhanced detoxification and relief from oedema.

NEW CLIENT-  Lymphatic Drainage 90min

Includes advanced breathing techniques providing a deeper and more thorough lymphatic drainage experience for enhanced detoxification and relief from oedema.
📢 New Clients or new to the MEND studio– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

Lymphatic Drainage 90min - Returning client

📢 New Clients or new to the MEND studio– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

NEW CLIENT - Lymphatic Drainage 1hr 45min 

Specifically designed for Lymphatic Drainage, this extended session allows the parasympathetic nervous system to reset, stimulates the lymphatic system, promotes detoxification, and incorporates additional breathing work for maximum therapeutic benefit.
📢 New Clients or new to the MEND studio– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

Lymphatic Drainage 1hr 45min - Returning client

Lymphatic Drainage

NEW CLIENT- 30min Massage

Remedial and focused massage designed to address a specific target area. Blended treatment modalities and techniques are NOT available within this time frame. Infrared heat and cupping may be included if required/requested. 
📢 New Clients– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients or clients seeing me for the first time at the MEND studio, contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

30min Massage - Returning client

NEW CLIENT - 45min Massage

📢 New Clients– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients or clients seeing me for the first time at the MEND studio, contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

Tailored therapeutic massage designed to address your specific needs. Blended treatment modalities and techniques are available within this time frame such as the inclusion of Infrared heat, lymphatic drainage, custom aromatherapy blends, reflexology, cupping, trigger point therapy, MFR and more.

NEW CLIENT-  90min Massage

📢 New Clients– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients or clients seeing me for the first time at the MEND studio, contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746 

Specifically designed for a holistic approach, this extended treatment session allows for a full-body treatment incorporating various techniques such as deep tissue massage, myofascial cupping (where applicable), lymphatic drainage, reflexology and clinical aromatherapy. This session promotes detoxification, enhances relaxation, and supports the body’s natural healing processes.

NEW CLIENT - 1h45min Massage

Specifically designed for a holistic approach, this extended treatment session allows for a full-body treatment incorporating various techniques such as deep tissue massage, myofascial cupping (where applicable), lymphatic drainage, reflexology and clinical aromatherapy. This session promotes detoxification, enhances relaxation, and supports the body’s natural healing processes.

1h45min Massage - Returning client

📢 New Clients– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients or clients seeing me for the first time at the MEND studio, contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

Perfect for targeting a couple of problem areas with more focused attention.

Pregnancy Massage is specifically designed to support the unique needs of expectant mothers. This massage helps alleviate common discomforts such as back pain, leg cramps, hip aches and swelling, while promoting relaxation and emotional well-being. Benefits include reduced stress and anxiety, improved sleep quality, relief from muscle tension, and enhanced circulation. Tailored to ensure both mother and baby are safe and comfortable, Pregnancy Massage is a wonderful way to support a healthy pregnancy journey.

NEW CLIENT-  Pregnancy Massage 45min

Perfect for targeting a couple of problem areas with more focused attention.

Pregnancy Massage is specifically designed to support the unique needs of expectant mothers. This massage helps alleviate common discomforts such as back pain, leg cramps, hip aches and swelling, while promoting relaxation and emotional well-being. Benefits include reduced stress and anxiety, improved sleep quality, relief from muscle tension, and enhanced circulation. Tailored to ensure both mother and baby are safe and comfortable, Pregnancy Massage is a wonderful way to support a healthy pregnancy journey.
📢 New Clients or new to the MEND studio– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

Pregnancy Massage 45min - Returning client

📢 New Clients– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients or clients seeing me for the first time at the MEND studio, contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

A comprehensive and soothing experience designed to cater to the unique needs of expectant mothers. Your session will begin with a brief consultation to discuss any specific areas of discomfort and to ensure the massage is tailored to your needs.

Your session will focus on relieving tension in key areas such as the lower back, hips, and shoulders. Special attention will be given to reducing swelling in the legs and feet and improving overall circulation. Comfortable, supportive positioning with pillows will ensure your comfort and relaxation throughout the session.

NEW CLIENT-  Pregnancy Massage 60min

A comprehensive and soothing experience designed to cater to the unique needs of expectant mothers. Your session will begin with a brief consultation to discuss any specific areas of discomfort and to ensure the massage is tailored to your needs.

Your session will focus on relieving tension in key areas such as the lower back, hips, and shoulders. Special attention will be given to reducing swelling in the legs and feet and improving overall circulation. Comfortable, supportive positioning with pillows will ensure your comfort and relaxation throughout the session.
📢 New Clients or new to the MEND studio– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

Pregnancy Massage 60min - Returning client

📢 New Clients– Please Contact Me First!
To ensure the best treatment plan for you, I kindly ask that all first-time clients or clients seeing me for the first time at the MEND studio, contact me directly before booking online.
📩 Email: hello@mend.nz
📲 Text: 021 068 7746

An extended, deeply soothing experience tailored to the unique needs of expectant mothers. Your session will start with a detailed consultation to address any specific areas of discomfort and ensure the massage is personalised to your needs. 

Techniques will focus on relieving tension in key areas such as the lower back, hips, shoulders, and legs. Special attention will be given to reducing swelling and improving circulation. Comfortable, supportive positioning with pillows will ensure your safety and relaxation throughout the session.

NEW CLIENT- Pregnancy Massage 90min

An extended, deeply soothing experience tailored to the unique needs of expectant mothers. Your session will start with a detailed consultation to address any specific areas of discomfort and ensure the massage is personalised to your needs. 

Techniques will focus on relieving tension in key areas such as the lower back, hips, shoulders, and legs. Special attention will be given to reducing swelling and improving circulation. Comfortable, supportive positioning with pillows will ensure your safety and relaxation throughout the session.

With the extra time, we can spend more time on each area of concern, providing a more thorough and complete experience. The massage aims to alleviate muscle aches, reduce stress, enhance overall well-being, and promote better sleep, leaving you feeling deeply relaxed, rejuvenated, and well-prepared for the rest of your pregnancy journey.

Pregnancy Massage 90min - Returning client

Pregnancy Massage

Enhance your massage with a 25-minute reflexology add-on. This tester session targets key reflex points to promote relaxation and balance, giving you a taste of the benefits of reflexology

Michelle Ackerman - Massage & Lymphatic Drainage

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60min Massage - Returning client

60min Massage - Returning client

90min Massage - Returning client

90min Massage - Returning client

45min Massage - Returning client

45min Massage - Returning client

NEW CLIENT- 60min Massage

NEW CLIENT- 60min Massage

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