WELCOME TO DEBOD BODY THERAPIES
STRONGER TOGETHER
At Debod Body Therapies, we believe that wellness thrives in community!
Located within the tranquil and welcoming space of DEBOD HOUSE, we are proud to provide a collaborative environment where experienced therapists come together to support your health and well-being.
Our practice is dedicated to helping you achieve optimal balance, strength, and vitality. Alongside the skilled practitioners at Debod Body Therapies and The Independent Therapists who rent rooms within Debod House offer a wide range of complementary services. This diversity of expertise creates a holistic space for healing, growth, and restoration.
Whether you’re seeking therapeutic massage, bodywork, or other forms of treatment, Debod Body Therapies and the wider Debod House team are here to guide and empower you on your wellness journey. Together, we share a common mission: to help you feel your best, inside and out.
Explore our offerings, meet our therapists, and discover how we can support you in achieving your health goals.
BECAUSE WHEN WE WORK TOGETHER , WE'RE TRULY STRONGER!
Leanne Hart
Dip Health Science & Therapeutic Massage
Proud Owner of Debod Body Therapies
Qualified, Licensed, Therapist who also specialises in Oncology Massage, Southern Cross Easy Claim Provider, Outreach Clinic Cancer Society and Sweet Louise.
Meet Leanne and Archie – Here to Support Your Well-being
Leanne works with you to tailor each session to your unique needs, offering a range of therapeutic styles designed to help relieve chronic pain and tension, manage stress or anxiety, support pregnancy, or simply promote relaxation. With specialised training in trigger point therapy, deep tissue massage, advanced neuromuscular therapy, myofascial and scar tissue release, and oncology massage, Leanne is committed to helping you achieve a sense of ease, comfort, and well-being.
Close to her heart is providing compassionate care, particularly through Oncology Massage, which offers gentle, nurturing touch to those navigating cancer treatment and recovery.
Introducing Archie – Our Clinic Companion
A special point of difference at Debod Body Therapies is Leanne’s gentle and friendly sidekick, Archie the Labradoodle. Archie joins Leanne in
the clinic on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings, bringing warmth, comfort, and an extra dose of joy to the space. Research shows that animals can help create a calming and supportive
environment, and Archie’s soothing presence often helps clients feel more relaxed and at ease. Whether he’s offering a wagging tail, a soft cuddle, or simply sitting quietly nearby, Archie adds a
unique sense of connection and calm to your experience.
Together, Leanne and Archie are here to help you feel safe, supported, and empowered on your wellness journey.
Kath Stevens
Registered Nurse and Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioner.
Kath’s vast knowledge of the lymphatic system and skills will help clients be empowered to manage their lymphoedema independently. She believes “your health is your wealth”.
You will receive a comprehensive assessment and safe treatment plan tailored to your individual needs, abilities and circumstances. This can include ongoing education about the lymphatic system, skin care, healthy eating, exercise, compression therapy and manual lymphatic drainage.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) Therapy is a treatment for those suffering from Lymphoedema (swelling). It is a comfortable, painless, massage-like treatment that stimulates the lymphatic system and moves the lymph fluid.
Debod House Practitioners
A New Chapter: Supporting Independent Practitioners at Debod House
Debod Body Therapies has recently restructured to better support our therapists as we expand our integrative wellness hub at DEBOD HOUSE in Whakatāne.
DEBOD HOUSE is home to a variety of skilled, independent practitioners, all working collaboratively in this shared space while managing their own practices. While I, Leanne Hart, will support your calls and direct you to the therapists or treatments you need, you may find their contact information and websites on the Debod House Practitioners Page.
We are proud to have helped emerging practitioners to Whakatane like Karyn Davis-Engebretsen and Tatianna Desiree of Qurve Queens Body Sculpting establishing themselves in our community. They practice independently while continuing to offer their services at Debod House, bringing a wealth of expertise to our wellness community.
To learn more about these talented practitioners and their services, select the Debod House Practitioners Page.
DEBOD HOUSE was named after 'THE TEMPLE OF DEBOD'
An ancient Egyptian Temple built in the 2nd Century
The Meaning of Debod Symbolises
PEACE / OPTIMISM / INSPIRATION/ BOUNCE / BALANCE & VERVE
Of which can powerfully affect others, collectively creating an upward energy, resulting in an environment promoting CREATIVITY, WELLNESS AND WELLBEING!
Tina Buckler- the founder of Debod, for over 10 years.
Tina has been a great mentor and business owner of Debod Body Therapies with many achievements over this time. The Debod team look forward to continuing her legacy.
We are grateful for her trust and support, wishing Tina all the best in her future endeavours.