Emma-Kate Wellbeing

I don't usually share this. But I think it's time. 💚

I was born with a rare heart condition called Truncus Arteriosus. Given a 1% chance of life. My mum found me blue in my crib on Christmas Eve 1974 — I was flown to Auckland for emergency surgery at one week old.

The doctors told my family I'd never reach adulthood. Never have children. Never live a normal, healthy life.

Swipe to read the full story — including why my son Rossi's own heart surgery made everything even more real, and the light-bulb moment that changed absolutely everything for me.

This is why I became a massage therapist. Why I trained in mindfulness, resilience, and health coaching. And why I founded The Brain Garden Trust — a registered charity for children living with long-term health and neurodivergent conditions.

My story is the foundation of everything I do. And if it connects with yours — I'd love to hear from you. 💚

🔗 Read the full heart story at emmakate.co.nz
📍 Wellington studio · Online coaching across NZ

Did you know I offer red light therapy that clients can book alongside their massage appointments, so you get the benefits of both?
You book a 20-minute RL session when you book your regular massage.

https://bookings.gettimely.com/emmakatemassagetherapist/bb/book

New Zealand dermatologist Dr A. J. Seine shines a light on the evidence.

You've been telling yourself you're "just stressed." But your body is saying something else. Swipe — and be honest with yourself.

These aren't personality traits. They're nervous system patterns — and they respond beautifully to the right support. That's exactly what I do.

Save this and DM me "nervous system" if this hits home. 💚

I am selling my last Snoo; DM me if you’re interested or want any info. It’s still in the box and has been in storage for the last two years .
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That ache in your neck that you've been ignoring. The tension headaches you've started calling normal. The exhaustion that no amount of sleep seems to fix.

None of that is just "part of life." It's your body, persistently, patiently asking you to slow down and listen.

I'm here when you're ready to answer it. 🌿

Wellington massage + wellbeing coaching. Link in bio.

This isn't just anatomy. It's you — stored in your body without realising it. Swipe through, and I'd bet you recognise at least three of these.

Save this. Share it with the person who needs to see it today. 💚

https://www.emmakate.co.nz/

July went fast, didn't it? If you missed out on a session this month — don't do it again. 😄

August spots are open and I'd love to see you in the studio. Wellington massage sessions and Wellbeing coaching online across all of NZ.

First time? DM me "August" and I'll help you find the right session for where you're at right now. 💚

📍 Link in bio.

You don’t need to wait until you’re completely burnt out to care for yourself.

So many people walk through my door carrying stress, tension, responsibility, and the quiet habit of putting themselves last.

This is your reminder that your wellbeing matters too.

Massage isn’t about earning rest — it’s about creating space to reconnect with yourself before your body starts demanding it.

If you’ve been carrying a lot lately, consider this your permission slip to pause 🤍

I’d love to welcome you into the studio whenever you’re ready 🌿