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A healthier and happier you is possible.

We firmly believe that a healthier and happier you is within reach, and we're here to provide you with the tools and knowledge to make it a reality.

Science backed, clinically proven approach to support and motivate through your health journey.

We offer a diverse range of workshops which are firmly rooted in science-backed and clinically proven methodologies, ensuring you receive the best possible support and motivation as you navigate your path to wellbeing.

We understand that achieving true wellness involves more than just surface-level changes. It requires a holistic approach that integrates both physical and mental aspects of your health. You can trust that every workshop you attend is thoughtfully designed to address various dimensions of wellbeing, empowering you to make lasting improvements across all areas of your life.

+ Upcoming Wellbeing Workshops

Well + Being is more than just a space – it's a supportive haven where you can learn, grow, and transform under the guidance of experts who are dedicated to your success.

Mini Vitality Retreat for Men

4-Hour Men's Well-Being Mini Retreat

Led by:

  • Jack Synnott, Internationally Certified Breathwork Facilitator
  • Matthew Blair, Qualified Men’s Leader & NZSCA Level 3 Advanced Practitioner Coach

Join us for a transformative 4-hour Mini Retreat where you’ll experience a series of practices designed to enhance your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Included Practices:

  1. Cacao Ceremony
    Engage in this ancient ritual to cultivate connection, gratitude, intention, and reciprocity. A grounding experience to open the heart and mind.
  2. Body Tapping & Mobility
    Enhance your body’s balance and flexibility, complementing other physical activities for improved mobility and energy flow.
  3. Well + Being Body Therapies:
    • Red Light Therapy: Boost recovery, reduce inflammation, and promote overall wellness.
    • Salt Float Therapy: Deep relaxation in a sensory deprivation pool to calm the mind and restore the body.
    • Infrared Sauna: Detoxify, relax, and rejuvenate with the soothing heat of infrared light.
    • Contrast Therapy: Alternating between Infrared Sauna and Cold-Water Immersion to stimulate circulation and promote recovery.
  4. Breathwork
    Learn optimal breathing mechanics to stay calm, centered, and relaxed, especially in stressful situations. Gain powerful tools for everyday well-being and mental clarity.

 
Expected Outcomes:

  • Feel more grounded and centered
  • Increase physical mobility and flexibility
  • Experience physical recovery and relaxation
  • Improve stress resilience
  • Enhance your overall well-being
  • Feel nourished with raw food treats

Can’t make it this time?
No worries! We hold these transformative retreats regularly, so you can join us at a future session. Stay connected for upcoming dates and continue your journey towards improved well-being!

Date: Sunday, 30th March 2025 

Location: Well + Being, 9 St Andrew Street

Time: 1-5pm

Cost: $199

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The Fat Ginger Nerd.... 10 years on


Join us for an inspiring and informative session where Brendan Reid—author, health coach (non-practicing), public health student, and software engineer—shares his transformative story of losing 50kg and maintaining that weight loss over the past decade.

Peta Carter, our Nurse/Naturopath, will provide her unique perspective on Brendan’s journey, followed by a debrief from our Founder, Pharmacist and Master Health Coach on the strategies that worked. Metabolic Health Coach Kirsty Sutton will then dive into the deeper aspects of behaviour change and how it plays a crucial role in long-term success.

The session will conclude with a Q&A, where Brendan will answer your questions and offer further insights into his weight loss experience.

Benefits:

  • Be inspired: Hear Brendan’s personal story of losing and maintaining 50kg over 10 years.
  • Gain Insights: Knowledge from health professionals on holistic health, behaviour change, and sustainable weight loss.
  • Advice: Get the chance to ask Brendan questions during the Q&A session.


Date: Sunday, 30th March 2025

Time: 10-1130am

Location: Well + Being Studio

Price: $25

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Aleph Beauty Wellness Breakfast

Aleph Beauty Wellness Breakfast

Join us for a morning of beauty and wellness, where external beauty meets internal health. This event will feature:

  • Emma, Founder of Aleph Beauty, who will introduce the new Smoothing Skin Tint SPF20+ and how to use it with foundation & concealer.
  • Enjoy a delicious Precinct-catered breakfast while learning about nourishing your body and mind.
  • Lee, Founder of Well + Being and Spa Awards 2024 Wellness Warrior Runner Up, will share expert insights on how to care for your skin’s wellbeing.
  • The Observ Digital Skin Device will be available to assess the sun damage beneath your skin.

Wrap up your iD Fashion Week and nourish yourself with this slow beauty experience that nurtures both your skin and soul, while discovering the perfect balance of inner wellness and external beauty.

Date: Sunday, 6th April 2025
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Location: Well + Being Studio
Price: $35, fully redeemable on product purchase


What training have Well + Being Lifestyle Medicine Doctors had?

All our Medical Practitioners are fully qualified practicing medical doctors and are registered with the New Zealand Medical Council.

Our Doctors have undergone extensive additional training in Lifestyle Medicine using integrative evidence based nutrition and lifestyle interventions to prevent, treat and reverse disease.

What do Well + Being Health & Wellbeing Coaches do ?

All our Health & Wellbeing Coaches have been trained and certified by the New Zealand-founded company Prekure. In addition, all our health coaches hold respected credentials such as degrees in nursing, pharmacy, physical education and biology from accredited institutions and universities.

All our Health & Wellbeing Coaches have studied the science of behaviour change in their degree programs or additional certifications. This allows them to best support members in making long-term lifestyle changes to benefit their health and wellbeing goals.

Whats the difference between a health coach and a doctor?

Unlike Doctors, our Health & Wellbeing Coaches are not there to give you detailed medical advice. instead, they are there to support and motivate you to make the necessary lifestyle changes according to your wellness plan and optimise your overall health and wellbeing.

They work closely alongside our Doctors to keep you on track and supported throughout your wellbeing journey.

Health & Wellbeing Coaches will not order lab testing or prescribe medication. They may however recommend you see one of our Doctors for a consultation.

What is the Well + Beings approach to prescription medicine?

Prescription medicine are an essential tool of modern medicine and may be prescribed by our Doctors. All of our Doctors have been trained in conventional medical schools and are licensed to prescribe Prescription Only Medicine.

In addition to prescriptions, we also offer medication reviews by our in-house pharmacist.

Our goal however is to only prescribe the medicine needed for treating the root cause of illness. In addition, for some people, conventional therapies or prescriptions may not work or be necessary. Many medicines today are designed to manage symptoms rather than treat the root cause of illness. In addition, some come with unwanted side effects.

For example, for certain conditions such as type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes, you may not need to start on medication. You may simply need a change in diet and lifestyle. Instead of relying solely on prescription medication, our wellbeing team will work with you to help reverse diabetes and get you off medication.

What types of advanced testing does Well + Being offer?

Our blood tests offer in advanced analysis of:

– essential nutrients

– thyroid function

– cardiovascular health and metabolic functioning

– inflammatory markers, hormones, and more.


In addition our Doctors may order advanced testing which can dive deeper in particular health concern. These include:
– DNA and genetic testing and evaluation
– gut microbiome and digestive function,
– stress and reproductive hormone testing,
– food sensitivity,
– energy and metabolism

Do I keep seeing my regular GP?

Many people seek out complementary treatments such as Lifestyle Medicine, and we encourage you to keep your regular GP fully informed.

Please let us know whether you would like us to communicate with your regular GP. We would prefer to keep them informed if possible.

Can Well + Being be my primary health care provider?

While all our doctors practice internal and family medicine, we recommend that you keep seeing your GP for urgent, same-day visits and vaccinations, which we don’t provide at Well + Being.

Does Well + Being provide urgent or acute care?

Well + Being provides long-term ongoing health support however, we are not an urgent care provider and are not available for same-day emergency appointments. If you have a medical emergency, we recommend that you visit your GP, Urgent Doctors or a hospital.

Will my appointment be covered by ACC?

As this is not a GP clinic, government subsidies such as ACC or Community Services Card are not applicable. You may however be able to claim insurance via your private provider. Please reach out to your provider to check.

What happens at the first appointment?

Before your first appointment, we will send you a detailed confidential questionnaire to gain a better understanding of your current situation.

The first session is always 60 minutes long, to allow enough time for us to really get to know your, your goals and your health history.

During your first session, your Doctor will go through this with you, listen to your concerns, develop a personalised road map and order any new lab tests needed.

What happens at follow up appointments?

Follow up appointments are used to review and if necessary modify the treatment according to the plan that has been given to you.

Often treatment plans will evolve depending over time. Follow-up appointments are usually for 60 or 30 minutes.

What if I am undiagnosed?

Living with unexplainable symptoms and undiagnosed conditions can be extremely challenging, stressful and tiring. As our sessions are much longer than conventional health centres, we have the time to closely work with you to locate the root cause of your unexplained illnesses and help you finally feel better. Find out how to redeem a complimentary consultation to discuss your options.

What if I don't have any health issues?

At Well+Being we are not only focused on treating chronic conditions but also on optimising your existing health to prevent future illness.

Find out how to redeem a complimentary consultation to discuss your options.

I am not sure whether you can help me. How can I find out?

We are here to listen and help no matter where you are in your health and wellness journey. If you are unsure if we can help click here to find out how to redeem a complimentary consultation to discuss your options.

Someone else wants to come with me, are they allowed to?

Yes, it’s always a good idea to bring a partner or a friend along if you are unsure or want some additional support.