Dr Elly Teear
C H I R O P R A C T O R
My chiropractic journey started back in 2010, when I stumbled into something that would completely change the course of my life. Originally from Perth, Western Australia, I spent years travelling the globe before landing in beautiful Aotearoa to chase this dream — graduating from the world-renowned New Zealand College of Chiropractic.
I'm passionate about igniting the body's natural ability to heal, and empowering my people to take charge of their health for the long haul. I love working with families who want to feel like the healthiest version of themselves and get more out of life.
But my real soft spot is pregnancy and paediatric care — I believe every child deserves the chance to have their nervous system checked and adjusted, so they can start life clear, connected, and thriving.
I'm endlessly grateful for the chance to connect with and adjust remote communities around the world — Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Rarotonga. These experiences shaped who I am as a chiropractor and taught me what "comm-UNITY" really means. I believe everyone deserves access to chiropractic care, and that sense of belonging is the heartbeat of Native Chiropractic.
When I'm not at Native, you'll find me in full mama mode — chasing my tiny humans on an adventure, elbow-deep in the veggie garden, or whipping up something nourishing in the kitchen.
I love this Sumner community, and I can't wait for you to become part of ours here at Native Chiropractic.
Dr Liam Roberts
C H I R O P R A C T O R
I'm a graduate of the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, and since then I've had the privilege of practicing across both New Zealand and Australia, gaining experience caring for a wide range of people — from tiny newborns to those well into their golden years.
Growing up in Waihi Beach, I found my sense of community through surf lifesaving, spending my days on the beach looking out for others in the water. That same instinct to help people carried me straight into chiropractic, and it's what still drives me today. I believe chiropractic care should be accessible to everyone, no matter their age or stage of life — because everybody deserves the chance to move, feel, and function at their best.
When I'm not in the clinic, you'll usually find me outdoors chasing that same sense of adventure — running the trails, tramping through the hills, or simply soaking up everything Sumner and Canterbury have to offer. Staying active isn't just something I encourage in my practice members; it's a huge part of who I am. I'm passionate about helping people move well, stay strong, and get the absolute most out of life, at every stage of their journey.
Ngā mihi,
Liam
Sara
C H I R O P R A C T I C A S S I S T A N T
Natural health has been an intrinsic part of my life growing up; from homeopathy to growing veggies, sand castles and walking on the beach.…. have a deep appreciation for what nature offers us as well as the regenerative capabilities of our bodies when we provide the environment for this to happen.
My interests currently lie in furthering my knowledge around somatic practice, arts
therapy and nutrition, and the threads that weave between them.
I have a background in dance, and will find myself unconsciously moving to a beat (any beat) which may or may not be in my head… otherwise you'll find me reading in a patch of sunshine or fussing over my plant babies or sticking my feet in the ocean.
I do enjoy experimenting in the kitchen, and absolutely love those authentic connection moments with others. Fejoas, dark chocolate, espresso coffee and herbal teas are some of my favs, while op-shopping is my jam. If you bring out the scrabble board we might have a bit of friendly competition!
Thank you to the team for bringing me into the fold - I am truly grateful to be able to participate in the magic here at Native and I absolutely love supporting your wellness.