Emma Perks
Lead MSK & Pelvic Health Physiotherapist & Founder
Available in New Plymouth & Hawera
Meet Emma. Emma has a wealth of experience and knowledge within musculoskeletal and women's health physiotherapy which she has accumulated over the years. From having previously worked within a diverse field of physiotherapy (paediatrics, rheumatology, chronic pain, orthopaedics, women's health, thoracic surgery/respiratory and neurology), Emma has since developed extensive skills within manual therapy, acupuncture, exercise therapy and pain management to name but a few.
It has been since she solely focused upon Women's Health physiotherapy, that Emma has found her calling, passion and purpose.
Emma has a Bsc (hons) Physiotherapy Degree, is a Member of Physiotherapy New Zealand (PNZ), a Member of Physiotherapy Acupuncture Association New Zealand (PAANZ) and a Member of Special Interest Group: Pelvic, Men and Women's Health Physiotherapy (PMWH). Emma has undertaken numerous post-graduate courses within Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, which helps to continue her learning and update her skills. She has honed her craft for treating women and broadened her knowledge in other areas by attending courses such as Spinning Babies Education™, Institute of Birth Healing™ and completing the Pregnancy & Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist Course led by Dr Sarah Duvall (Core Exercise Solutions™). Emma has also completed training as a Holistic Pelvic Care Practitioner™ led by Tami Lynn Kent in 2023 and is a trauma-informed holistic practitioner.
Originally from the UK, Emma and her husband Simon emigrated in 2011 and have since planted roots in the beautiful region of Taranaki. Emma has 2 girls (Eliza, 9 and Zoe, 7) at home which keep her busy alongside running her own business. Emma is a keen sportsperson and enjoys lots of different activities but likes to focus on weekly yoga, reformer pilates and Crossfit.
Kerry Hewitt
Administrative Manager
Meet Kerry. Kerry is the glue that keeps Full Circle Physiotherapy held together! You will likely come into contact with Kerry when booking or enquiring about an appointment either by phone or email. Kerry can also be a very willing pair of hands to hold a baby, should you need any help.
Kerry hails from the north of England and moved to New Zealand with her partner Dean in 2009. They now have Jacob 11, who keeps them busy outside of school and work. As a family they love being active outdoors - biking, hiking, surfing and camping. In her free time she likes to keep herself fit and engages in cardio and strength classes or outdoor running in the beautiful New Plymouth.
Grace Crowley
Senior MSK Physiotherapist
Available in New Plymouth & Okāto
Meet Grace. Grace is a born and bred Taranaki local, growing up on a dairy farm in South Taranaki. She completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy of Otago in 2016 and has been working as a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist in private practice for 6 years.
She is a certified Brad Cliff Breathing Practitioner and has completed COMT training through NZMPA. Grace has also acquired training in Dry Needling and Diagnostic MSK Ultrasound which was completed through the Australian INstitute of Ultrasound. These skills collectively allow her to best diagnose and manage patients' injuries with both manual therapy and rehab-based programs.
Grace is an active sportsperson playing both competitive Netball and Tennis, along with enjoying all things outdoors. Her passion for sport and exercise is something that allows her to connect with her patients and strive towards achieving the best outcomes for all. Grace is also passionate about helping all individuals reach their full body potential, whether it be work-related injuries, post-surgical rehab, sports injuries or day to day living goals.
Grace and her husband Daniel have a daughter Georgie (10 months) and a dog Ardie who keeps them busy. In her spare time, you can find Grace out running, catching up with friends, drinking coffee or cleaning up after her busy daughter.
Erica Snowden
Senior MSK & Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Available in New Plymouth
Meet Erica. Erica is a US trained physiotherapist who has worked in a variety of physiotherapy settings (sports medicine, private musculoskeletal, hospital based orthopaedics, geriatrics/home health care) caring for clients through the lifespan, which has allowed her the opportunity to develop a broad and creative skill set.
Erica completed her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training in 2007 and her Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2010.
She is a Member of Physiotherapy New Zealand (PNZ), and a Member of Special Interest Group: Pelvic, Men and Women's Health Physiotherapy (PMWH). Erica is a Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner, completed certifications in Trigger Point Dry needling, and currently is continuing her women’s health knowledge/ training online through the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA).
Erica is also a registered yoga teacher. She enjoys incorporating yoga into her clients’ rehabilitation and watching the benefits her clients gain by cultivating a connection between their breath and movement. She helps to guide her patients to become the experts of their own bodies through this mind/body connection and a functional movement approach to rehabilitation. The power of the relationship between mind, body, and breath became even more evident when Erica became a mother and has fostered her desire to focus on Women’s Health physiotherapy.
Erica and her husband Mitch returned to his hometown of New Plymouth in 2017 to raise their family and enjoy all that Taranaki has to offer. Erica has two children (Everly 5, and Harvey 3) who keep her on the run. She enjoys golf, yoga, hiking, strength training, and chasing her little ones along the beach.
Nicole Roiall
Senior MSK & Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Available in New Plymouth
Meet Nicole. Nicole has worked within a diverse field of physiotherapy (musculoskeletal, neurology, chronic pain, orthopaedics and women’s health), with most of her experience being within pain management and community rehabilitation. She is currently working as an Occupational Consultant and rehabilitation specialist, as well as a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Nicole has a BHsc Physiotherapy Degree from AUT, is a Member of Physiotherapy New Zealand (PNZ), a Member of Physiotherapy Occupational Rehabilitation special interest group and a Member of Special Interest Group: Pelvic, Men and Women's Health Physiotherapy (PMWH). Nicole has also completed multiple certificates in Dry needling, Bobath training, Women’s health physiotherapy level 1, Explain pain courses and is currently continuing her women’s health knowledge/ training online through the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA). Nicole is also trained in Paediatric Pelvic Health and is able to see any younger person with toileting issues from the age of 3 and above.
Originally from New Plymouth, Nicole and her husband Sam have recently returned to Taranaki after living in Auckland and Melbourne for the past 15 years. Nicole has a beautiful 4-year-old daughter Eden and a nearly 18 month old son Rico which keeps her super busy. Nicole is a keen sportsperson and enjoys lots of different activities from snowboarding, gym work, pilates and hockey. Becoming a mother herself has really ignited her passion about improving woman's health issues. She is passionate about helping women have a better understanding of their bodies and empowering them to strengthen, rehabilitate and manage their symptoms better.
