Our Team

Jessie Snowdon

Aged Care Physiotherapist. Advocate and Subject Matter Expert. Moving and Handling Trainer. Founder of On the Go Physio and Your Neuro Rehab

Bachelor of Physiotherapy 1998,  Postgraduate Certificate in Rehabilitation 2009, Member of PNZ and Committee Member Older Adults Special Interest Group. Member of Moving and Handling Association of New Zealand.

Jessie is the founder of On the Go Physio and Your Neuro Rehab. She graduated from Otago University in 1998 and has worked in Ōtautahi Christchurch, Edinburgh and London in a variety of roles.

Jessie has channelled her broad ranging experience into a focus and passion for physiotherapy in aged care. She continues to have a weekly aged care clinical role, presents frequently on a range of issues and spends the rest of her time supporting her team and managing the business.

 Outside of work Jessie deeply enjoys spending time with her husband and teenage girls, sometimes in a caravan, and walking her dog in the Ōtautahi Christchurch red zone each morning to recover from all of that!

Lucie Hartfield

Quality and Safety Manager Aged Care Physiotherapist, Neurological physiotherapist, Paediatric Physiotherapist and Moving and Handling Trainer.

Bachelor of Science – Physiotherapy 1993 (UK), Postgraduate Diploma in Physiotherapy 1999 (UK). Te Whāinga o te Ao Tikanga (level 3) 2023. Member of Physiotherapy New Zealand including the Older Adults and Paediatric Special Interest Groups. Member of Moving and Handling Association of New Zealand

Lucie qualified as a Physiotherapist in the UK in 1993. She worked in a variety of settings in the National Health Service, with a focus on neurological rehabilitation. She moved to New Zealand in 2008 and worked in the Canterbury DHB’s community services for five years before setting up her own business in North Canterbury.

Lucie trained as a Healthcare Auditor and worked for 3 years undertaking certification audits for physiotherapy, hand therapy and podiatry practices.

Lucie has experience in providing physiotherapy for older adults living aged residential care facilities, home-based rehabilitation programmes, complex disability management, falls prevention, vestibular rehabilitation and rehabilitation / management of students in specialist school. She is a moving and handling trainer and provides staff development training on a variety of topics

Camilla Morton (currently on maternity leave)

Neurological Physiotherapist / Neurological Team Lead

Bachelor degree with Honors in Physiotherapy 2012 (Scotland, UK). MS Get A Head Start instructor, PD Warrior trained. Member of NZ Bobath, and New Zealand Society for Balance, Dizziness and Vertigo

Camilla has had a very varied career in neurological and other rehabilitation, but recently has chosen to focus her time on working with people who have progressive neurological conditions specifically Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Disease, and helping people who suffer from issues with their balance due to vestibular conditions.

Camilla loves building great relationships with her clients, and helping them have the confidence to challenge themselves through exercise so they can continue to enjoy the things they want to in life.

Having recently relocated to Christchurch with her young family, Camilla is really looking forward to becoming a part of the local community through her physiotherapy work.

Piers Baker

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapy BSc (Hons), University of Bradford (December 2015)
Leadership for Allied Health Professionals (Masters Module), University of Central Lancashire (February 2022)

Piers is a British–Australian physiotherapist with over 10 years’ experience supporting people with neurological conditions across a wide range of settings, including schools, care homes, community services and private clinics, both in the UK and internationally.

Piers is passionate about providing comprehensive, personalised rehabilitation that builds on each individual’s strengths. He works collaboratively with clients and their support networks to enable them to achieve and maintain the movement, function and independence that matter most to them.

He brings a wealth of clinical experience in neurological assessment and rehabilitation, and offers holistic, goal-focused exercise programmes targeting mobility, flexibility and strength within a neurological framework. His sessions take a whole-person approach, exploring physical, environmental and lifestyle barriers, and encouraging creativity and problem-solving to support meaningful progress.

Piers values building strong therapeutic relationships and creating a supportive environment where clients feel confident to challenge themselves and engage fully in their rehabilitation.

Outside of work I enjoy the outdoors particularly surfing, cycling and tramping.

Catherine Hanson

Neurological Physiotherapist

Masters of Physiotherapy, University of Southampton, UK 2008
Member of Physiotherapy NZ including the Neurology and rehabilitation. 

Cat has worked as a physiotherapist for the last 14 years in both New Zealand and the UK. She has a special interest in rehabilitation especially clients with neurological diagnosis.

She has depth of knowledge and experience with many neurological conditions including working with clients with Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, Motor Neurone Disease and Other Neurological Conditions.

Cat has particular interest in Upper Limb Rehabilitation and Gait Retraining to help improve function.

Her clinical experience includes working in a clinic or community setting with teenagers to older adults focusing on gaining improvements in function, efficient movement patterns, fatigue management and returning to hobbies, work and leisure activities.

Her passion lies with delivering client centered care and enabling people to strive to achieve the objectives that really make a difference to their daily lives. She focuses on treating clients with the Bobath framework and enjoy working with neuro technology to help clients gain further independence.

Bridget Payne

Aged Care, Older Adults and Disability Physiotherapist Whoa to Go Trainer.

Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) 2019, Auckland University of Technology (AUT).

Bridget trained in Auckland but now calls North Canterbury home — sharing it with her partner and two rescue dogs.

When she’s not in the clinic, you’ll find her on the netball court, at the gym, or deep in the planning stages of her next overseas adventure.

Bridget’s physiotherapy journey began in special schools across Auckland and Christchurch, where she discovered a passion for rehabilitation that has only grown stronger. For the past four years, she has dedicated herself to working with older adults in aged care and in the community — bringing energy, commitment, and genuine care to every person she works with.

Molly Hughes

Physiotherapist

Post Graduate Diploma in Physiotherapy (2023, Wales), Chartered Veterinary Physiotherapist (2018), Member of Physiotherapy New Zealand.

After completing her post graduate degree, Molly has worked in a variety of setting within the NHS including MSK, Orthopaedics, Neuro, A&E (first response), Community and Aged care facilities. In Feb 2025, Molly made the move to New Zealand and has chosen to focus her career into MSK and Neuro while continuing her physiotherapy work with animals.

Molly has a passion for rehab and thoroughly enjoys seeing her patients progress and achieve their goals.

Rochelle Erxleben

Physiotherapist

Bachelors of Physiotherapy 2011 (Pretoria, RSA), Postgraduate Certificate in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy 2015 (RSA), Member of Physiotherapy New Zealand.

Rochelle has worked across both public and private clinical settings, gaining broad experience across the physiotherapy field. In 2015, she furthered her expertise in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy by completing a postgraduate certificate in Orthopaedic Manipulative Physiotherapy (OMT).

In 2017, Rochelle made the move to New Zealand, spending five years living and working on the North Island before relocating to Christchurch in late 2021. Since then, Rochelle has had the privilege of discovering her passion and developing her skills working in Aged Care.

Rochelle is passionate about rehab, she enjoys helping her patients achieve their goals and get them back to doing what they love. Alongside her work in the human physiotherapy field, she is also currently completing the Transitional Canine Physical Therapist (tCPT) credentialing program through CanineIQ in the USA.

When Rochelle is not at work she loves being out and about with her young family and friends, enjoying everything Christchurch and surrounds have to offer. She loves spending time in nature – at the beach and out on the hiking trails.

Rebecca Washbourn

Aged Care Physiotherapist, Moving and Handling Trainer, HASANZ Certified

Bachelor of Physiotherapy 1995, Postgraduate Diploma in Rehabilitation 1999,  Masters in Rehabilitation

Rebecca has had a hugely varied career in Rehabilitation including recently implementing a new rehabilitation service in Rarotonga. She is very experienced in policy formation and management of teams as well as manual handling training and is HASANZ registered. She is an excellent problem solver and enjoys working with people on whatever it is they want to achieve. She has worked with people with spinal injuries, head injuries and just about everything else you could imagine!

Desiree Allen

Aged Care Physiotherapist, Seating and Wheelchair Therapist

Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) 1996, Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Teaching 2007, Enable funding mobility & postural management level 2 with complex custom fabrication accreditation

Desiree has worked in hospitals, rest homes, clinics and with clients in the community in New Zealand and the UK. She has experience working with people with neurological conditions, including stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Motor Neurone Disease, head injury, Parkinson’s disease & PSP. She is also experienced with orthopaedic conditions, falls prevention, older persons health, amputees and clients with intellectual disability.

Desiree worked in the Seating & Wheelchair team at the Canterbury District Health Board for 8 years alongside clients with complex wheelchair and seating needs. She is accredited with Enable funding for wheelchairs & seating.

Desiree is passionate about maximising independence, posture & seating & working with older adults

Kim Churton

Speech and Language Therapist (Neurology)

Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy (Hons) (2002), Masters in Health Management (2011), Diploma Life Coaching (2023)
Member of the New Zealand Speech-language Therapy Association (NZSTA)

Kim is an experienced Speech and Language Therapist with a specialist focus on working with adults with neurological conditions. She has worked in the field for over 10 years in both New Zealand and the UK, across a range of settings, including hospitals, community services, and private practice.

Kim has worked extensively with individuals with Parkinson’s Disease, stroke, traumatic brain injury, and other neurological conditions, supporting their communication and cognitive rehabilitation as part of a functional rehabilitation approach. She has developed and led specialised therapy programs aimed at improving speech, voice, and language outcomes for her clients.

She has also been actively involved in training and presenting, sharing knowledge with professionals and the wider community.

Kim is also a qualified Yoga/Pilates instructor and Life Coach, and her therapy approach integrates elements of both brain and body health to achieve meaningful outcomes for clients.

Laura Murray

Aged Care Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Science in Health Studies, 1998 (USA), Masters of Science in Physical Therapy, 2000 (USA), Neuro-Developmental Treatment (Bobath) Trained 2005

Laura has over 25 years of experience working as a physiotherapist in the USA and New Zealand in acute care, rehabilitation hospital and aged care settings. Her experience and post graduate training have been in a variety of conditions, including cardiorespiratory, orthopaedic, amputee, neurology, surgical and older persons’ health conditions. She has specialised in clients with neurological conditions and clients in aged care residential communities since 2016. She is passionate about improving functional outcomes and the quality of life for people with progressive neurological disorders, including dementia. In her spare time, Laura enjoys swimming for exercise and traveling and camping with her family.

Kathryn Dill-Russell

Aged Care Physiotherapist

Carley Bouman

Physiotherapy Assistant, Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) 2002

Carley worked as a physiotherapist for twelve years before leaving the profession to focus on raising her three children.

She has returned in 2023 to work for us as a physiotherapy assistant. She enjoys working with older adults with a wide range of conditions, helping them to stay active and achieve their goals.

Veresha Padayachee

Physio Assistant

Diploma in Complementary Therapies 1997 (JCHA South Africa)

Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Massage Therapy, Hot Stone Therapy

Diploma in Health Sciences 2022 (The Naturopathic College of New Zealand)

Veresha has 25 years’ experience of being in the Health and Wellness Industry and brings this to her role as Physiotherapy Assistant at On The Go. Veresha worked as a Massage Therapy Clinic Owner, Wellness Coach and Stress Management Tutor in South Africa before moving to New Zealand in 2011. After working at Day Spas, Veresha worked as a Massage Therapy Tutor for the New Zealand College of Massage in Christchurch before changing roles to Physiotherapy Assistant, and now enjoys working in aged care to help people improve their mobility and independence and regain their joy of life.

Veresha is passionate about holistic health and wellness, utilising her vast array of skills while being respectful to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the Māori model of healthcare which advocates wellness of the mind, body and spirit.

Lynne Cardno

Office Manager

Bachelor of Business Studies

Lynne is the Office Manager for On the Go Physio.

Lynne has previously worked in the financial sector in both customer facing roles and in Learning and Development.  She is passionate about clients having an exceptionally positive experience when dealing with any organisation.

Outside of work Lynne enjoys travelling and being outdoors, keeping active particularly through running and mountain biking.