About Martien Jonkers
Originally trained as on Occupational Therapist, I have experience in many settings such as hospitals, schools, mental health and drug & alcohol rehab. I worked in the USA in the mid nineties where I met Osteopathy through Dr John Upledger. I trained with him and others for two years. I went on to train at the European School of Osteopathy(ESO) in the UK graduating in 2000. My work experience includes the Osteopathic Centre for Children in London and the Osteopathic Children's Foundation in Hamilton NZ; as well as working in clinics in the North of England and Wales and my own clinic at the Active Birth Centre in London. Since returning to NZ in 2006 I have worked at Stillpoint, taught at Unitec school of Osteopathy and had my own clinic (Koru Clinic, Titirangi) which is where I exclusively work now. I have also explored and had training in Conscious Birth Preparation and Awareness Mentoring.
Training & Development
Over the last 26 years I have focussed my post graduate training in the field of Cranial Osteopathy. Starting with the Sutherland Cranial College and SCTF in UK and NZ/AU. The last 20+ years have been more specialised in the work of Dr James Jealous who developed the Biodynamics of Osteopathy in the Cranial Field. I have been fortunate enough to have learned from him as well as many other teachers in the UK, NZ, Europe and America. I love the Osteopathic profession which has allowed me to go on a journey of ongoing learning and development in myself as well as my professional skills. I am grateful to so many amazing teachers and the wonderful ESO in Boxley Kent which I will always carry in my heart.
In 2023 I began teaching courses here in NewZealand. I am excited to develop this further as well as collaborate with other teachers. With the privileged profession we are so fortunate to have, we can grow and Evolve; thus supporting our patients to do the same in their journey of healing and wholeness.
Other great teachers who have taught me directly over the years
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MaryJane Anderton
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Sue Turner
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Gez Lamb
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Robert Lever
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Harold Klug
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Renzo Molinari
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Peter Bladgrave
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Stuart Korth
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John Wernham
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Stephen Pirie
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Jean Pierre Barral
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Caroline Stone
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Dr Jane Carriero, DO
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Dr Paul Lee, DO
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Dr Allan Becker, DO
(Brother of Rollin) -
Dr Rachel Brooks, DO
(edited Rollin Becker's books) -
Dr George Stylian
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Anthony Norrie
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Maxwell Fraval
