Testimony

Testimonials

SP, 40s, Musician:

It is encouraging to find someone contributing to our community in such a positive way. From his studio in Raumati Beach, Todd provides a professional, nurturing and friendly environment to remind us that it is up to each and everyone of us to maintain our own health. His skilled and intuitive approach to acupuncture along with his knowledge of Chinese Medicine provide a platform to encourage his patients to get in touch with their own body's 'natural intelligence' to start their own healing process.

I would and do recommend Todd to anyone who is in need of healing, whether that be in the form of an alternative to, or, a collaborative approach with mainstream medicine.

JD, 20s, Homeopath:

Todd you have been my acupuncturist and masseuse for over two years now. Our journey towards health has been steadily meandering. I love the combination of sensitivity and brute strength and stamina that you bring to your practice. It is not often that both qualities are found as they are in a practitioner. You listen to your clients and respond as required. You appear to have a thriving practice of which you can be proud. I am stoked to be able to continue my weekly treatments with you. Thank you.

EB, 70s, Retired:

I am 73 years of age and had a nasty fall down the stairs at home landing hard on my hip. I had an x-ray, nothing was broken but after 2 days found it very difficult to walk . As I did not have much faith in physiotherapy, I looked in the telephone directory and found Todd’s number as he was the nearest to where I live. I rang him and he gave me an appointment for the next day. So began my 12 week journey with his acupuncture treatment.

Todd was so caring, easy to talk to, great sense of humour, always on time with appointments, I felt so relaxed; I had an hours snooze every time. Each time I was walking so much better afterwards and had less pain.

I really recommend him.

PB, 30s, Artist:

Initially, Todd helped me to repair a damaged shoulder. His manner was professional, and the results were excellent. Impressed by the results we achieved together, I continued to go for treatments and noticed dramatic results for many ailments including emotional distress, tiredness, stress, influenza, and a serious leg wound. Harmonious Health has helped to keep me healthy and vital for which I am deeply grateful.

DS, 40s, Managing Director:

For the first time recently I decided I would try an acupuncturist for a neck strain and general well being after a series of life’s pressures had taken a toll on my body and mind. I was a little dubious at first with the idea of needles being probed into me. However the experience I have had to date and continue to have, puts all dubious feelings at rest. What I get out of seeing Todd is a full body relaxation treatment which leaves me feeling a lot less tense physically as well alleviating the mental stresses of day to day life.

If you have not tried acupuncture for a wellness alternative, I thoroughly recommend Todd to take you through the acupuncture experience: you won’t be disappointed.

DJ, PhD, 30s, Musician:

I went to see Todd at Harmonious Health for acupuncture treatment while I was recovering from a severely shattered ankle. I have to admit I was a bit apprehensive at first, because I had never had acupuncture treatment before, but Todd's relaxed yet well-informed and professional style put me immediately at ease. The results of the treatment were noticable almost instantly! The swelling went down remarkably after each treatment - and a number of the doctors were surprised by the progress at certain points. After each treatment it felt like something had shifted/aligned inside, and it became easier and easier to put weight back onto that ankle.

HC, 30s, Media:

Todd is a great listener and very thorough in his approach to treatment. I immediately felt welcome and relaxed in his company. I really like the incorporation of some basic Qigong into my treatment plan, alongside acupuncture. The Qigong exercises provide me with something I can practice myself between visits. I appreciate the effort Todd makes in personalising treatment sessions - he even remembers to play my favourite music in the background!

CH, 30s, Police Officer

I was fortunate enough to go to Todd, after I found that months of physiotherapy just weren't doing anything to heal my shoulder. I had a pretty serious mountain bike crash where my shoulder collided with a tree stump. I could still hold weight in front of me with a 90 degree bent elbow but I was unable to actually lift my arm in any direction. After time the swelling subsided and, on the instructions of the physio, I was able to slowly complete a small range of exercises. After 3 months of still being in pain, limited use of the shoulder joint and not being able to sleep on that side - my normal sleeping position I was told a cortisone injection would be the only thing to fix it.

Instead I went to Todd. After only 4 visits I have a full range of motion, still have a little pain, but I can sleep in any position. As an added bonus I generally feel better and am back out riding again - although just a fraction more carefully!

Cheers Todd, you've made a real difference to me.

KH, 30s, Homeopath:

I regularly recommend Todd to people who I think can benefit from acupunture and Chinese massage.

Todd is a gifted healer and we have had great benefits from his treatments. I always feel informed about the process of the session and what to expect. Todd has a great way with people, takes his time, and has a natural way about him that ensures I feel relaxed and safe.

Both my daughter and I have had great results from his treatment and I will continue see him when needed and recommend him to others.

CB, 20s, Ecology and Sustainability Teacher:

I had never received acupuncture, or any form of traditional Chinese Medicine before coming to see Todd at Harmonious Health, so was a little nervous at my first appointment. However, Todd, with his relaxed and compassionate demeanor, open empathetic communication style and obvious experience, quickly put my mind at rest. I left my first session feeling light and cleansed, I had a greater awareness of both the patterns and movements of my own internal energies, and those of the world around me. These experiences deepened after subsequent sessions and continue to do so.

I will certainly go to see Todd again in the future and heartily recommend that you do the same.

DY, 40s, MDR + Reconnective Therapy Practitioner:

During my period of extreme ill health one of the methods of healing I enjoyed was acupuncture/massage. Your sessions helped me with insomnia, food intolerances, stress and anxiety, and generally feeling more grounded and able to cope. It was really important to me to know that each week I could experience healing and relaxation with you. Thanks :-)

GO, 40s, Midwife:

I first came to Todd when diagnosed by a physiotherapist with Tendonosis of the elbow. Todd took a thorough history and began to treat me. I was aware that acupuncture, as with most holistic treatments, look at the underlying causes and disharmonies in the body and treat these thus having a flow on effect. After my first treatment, I felt thoroughly relaxed and uplifted. I noticed a slight improvement in my elbow, however I knew that would be an ongoing process. After a couple of weeks of treatment my energy levels had improved greatly and the other benefits to my health were immense. Mentally I started to feel much more positive. Further down the track my elbow has improved tenfold however, I am reluctant to give up the acupuncture as the other benefits are too good. Todd offers other advice to enhance healing which I have found beneficial also. Acupunture has great benefits in pregnancy.

I told everybody they should have acupuncture and I would not hesitate to recommend Todd to all my friends and my pregnant clients.

IB, 30s, Television Production:

I first sought treatment from Todd Stewart in September 2009, initially for pain relief and treatment on my lower back, which has caused me problems for over 10 years after a snowboarding accident. Todds acupuncture treatment and massage was definitely useful in helping relieve pain and stiffness from my lower back, however over the course of 16 treatments.

I have found many other benefits to a wide variety of health issues. Treatment from Todd has greatly helped me with deal with stress related anxiety, a mental health issue I have suffered from for several years. Over the course of treatments I have become more calm, centered and patient when dealing with problems and stressful situations. Todds treatment has also helped me feel stronger in dealing with deeper emotional issues such as confidence and self esteem. Over the course of treatments I was able to leave a dysfunctional and unhappy relationship and move forwards with making decisions about my life and expectations for the future. Through treatment Todd has also helped improve problems with my digestive system, and general well being. Since seeing Todd I have only had one short-lived cold!

Todd is an extremely caring, gentle and committed practitioner. Since knowing him he has become a friend as well as a wise counsellor and calming influence on my state of being.

I would recommend Todd to anyone interested in furthering their well being on a level deeper than just our conventional western medical system.

RB, 30s, Troubled Youth Mentor:

Last year I was suffering from arthritis in my hands and could not find a natural solution to instantly alleviate the pain. I was put in contact with Todd and went to have a session of acupuncture with him. I found Todd to be incredibly friendly and was instantly put at ease on meeting him. The session was fantastic and Todd targeted the specific areas with great effectiveness. The acupuncture relaxed my body, alleviated the pain and gave me a sense of relief taking away all the discomfort I had been experiencing.

I would recommend Todd's services to anyone and encourage whanau and friends to go and see him with whatever ails them.

JC, 30s, Midwife + Early Childhood Education:

Todd provides and amazing balance between professionalism and warmth. I have some apprehension with needles but Todd respectfully and gently assists me through treatments, always going a my own pace and level of comfort. My general health has greatly improve and a specific back injury also gone. With a busy life juggling lots of balls, I feel Todd and acupuncture helps keep me and my energy levels where they should be.

Thanks Todd you are a magic healer.

MV, 20s, Mother:

I have been going to see Todd at Harmonious Health for a few months now. He is an amazing healer and a wonderful listener, which is super important in my view to get the right treatment. I originally went to see him for a sore back and subsequently he has treated my hip dislocation, menstrual problems my anxiety and my energy levels. It is true to say in some ways a feel I am a new person now.

He has so much wisdom, kindness and care for his patients. I hugely recommend him.

JS, 40s, Police Officer:

I attended TaiJi classes with Todd, weekly for a period of approximately a year. Todd is an awesome instructor. He gave me a lot of one on one time and the TaiJi itself was something that felt really right for me. I have had a crack at a few things including meditation, but for me TaiJi is the pick of them. I liken it to a moving meditation, so you get the added benefits of the exercise. I found TaiJi great for the body and mind and the only time I felt as good was when I used to get out of the pool after and an hour and a half swimming on the trot. I can tell you TaiJi beats hands down the actual swimming part of that exercise. I found while I was doing TaiJi, the blockages in my body including my tennis elbow and tightness from where I had had rips and pulls in my muscles through sport, these all just kind of freed up for me and I have no doubt has extended my sport playing time.

I'd recommend TaiJi class with Todd as instructor to anyone looking to better themselves, their health and free up a bit of movement.

JC, 40s, Banker:

I somewhat apprehensively (apprehensive as I hate needles!) started acupuncture with Todd at Harmonious Health after 3 months of pain with a sore knee. After having had x-rays taken I was told I had osteo-arthritis and would pretty much have to live with it, being unable to tolerate anti-inflammatory drugs. I was not convinced that this was correct and was looking for other options when I met Todd. Since starting acupuncture two weeks ago I am now walking mostly without a limp and am almost pain free. This after three months of constant pain and being unable to walk with any degree of normality. Todd made the whole procedure feel very comfortable and I don't know what I was worried about!

I would certainly recommend Todd to others.

LK, 20s, Mother:

Working with Todd through my pregnancy, with added support during labour and post-partum was an excellent experience and I credit his expertise with helping me to cope mentally and physically with all those changes. I was plagued at one stage by a great deal of pain in my lower back, linked to the sciatic nerve. It was my first experience of acupuncture but I was put completely at ease and found that the pain and listlessness disappeared and I was reenergized! Somehow I went home and cooked dinner and two puddings.

NL, 30s, Mother:

I first started treatment with Todd at Harmonious Health last year when I was suffering from lower back pain. At this time I was trying to conceive my 2nd child, but without success after 6 months. I have polycystic ovaries and required fertility treatment to conceive my 1st child. While treating my back Todd also did some work towards increasing my fertility and it was around this time my husband and I went back to our fertility specialist who informed us that it would be unlikely that we would conceive naturally without fertility treatment again. The funny thing was that unknown to us at the time we were actually already pregnant! I have no doubt that without Todd’s treatment this would not have been possible. I am now at full term and have recently been back to Todd with a pulled shoulder muscle which is now mostly healed and he has also done some work to help me with the labour and birth of my 2nd child.

Todd provides a relaxed environment and has a great approach to life. I have found his treatment to be very successful and beneficial and would highly recommend him to others.

PC, 30s, IT Consultant:

A weekly clinic session with Todd has meant being able to pursue my passion for running. I no longer worry about getting injured and spending weeks or months rehabilitating. My body feels better and I am relaxed, confident, and stronger than ever.

SV, 30s, MD:

Once a week my mind would completely rest, I would feel parts of my body that I had never noticed before, there was warmth, fading pain and a very positive energy all at the same time. The little baby inside me and myself managed to continue the classes till 35 wks pregnant, which made me feel proud and strong about myself. I loved the neutral environment, there was no right or wrong, no judging, just you and your group trying to make "awkward" positions and movements to become normal and natural.

CW, 60s, retired:

I first went to Todd for help with severe back and leg pain. After 5 or 6 sessions of acupuncture, the pain had decreased significantly, and continues to do so. However, it is Todd's holistic approach that has brought about other positive changes in my health, including better sleep and increased energy levels. I was feeling very depressed about my health but now have a much more positive outlook and feel in control of how I am feeling.

NH, 20s, manager:

Deciding to try acupuncture for my injury was possibly the best decision I have ever made. My old and ongoing injury significantly improved after the first few treatments, and although I did have improvement whenever I attended physio previously, the injury would flare up again over time. At the time of my injury flaring up, I was changing jobs and moving house, all of which contribute to large amounts of stress that I would never have previously associated to the pain I had. The holistic approach of Todd's treatments emphasizes more than just the pain itself, but all aspects of my life, mental, emotional, spiritual, and the physical. Consequently, Todd's methodology has seen improvements not only in the injury, but my overall wellbeing. Todd's absolute passion of his work and commitment to healing is the sole reason why I am feeling better than I ever have in my entire life.

Thanks Todd!

JM, 60s, retired:

My intensive treatment with Todd started years ago, on a weekly basis. Todd's approach was a light one and apart from tongue and pulse diagnosis and a few general questions, Todd was never intrusive and I felt as though a very good friend was taking care of me. In our treatments together, Todd has used a variety of acupuncture, crystal therapy, reiki, qigong, and dietary advice. My time with Todd has been a journey which has not only taken me back to previous states of health, but also further beyond that point. From my own experience I would like to say that I do not believe one can have random treatments - it needs to be on a regular basis if one wants to get optimum results.

I would recommend Todd Stewart to any person who wants to get well the natural way, as Todd treats the whole person in a kind and sympathetic way.

Martin Osborne, 30s, journalist:

The effect of Todd's acupuncture is as though the treated area, my wrist, was "dead" - but has come back to life! The effect is incredible. Thank you!

(Todd - Martin wrote this, after one 10 minute treatment.)