Testimonials

I have been seeing Anita for a few years now and I can honestly say she is one of the best practitioners I have been lucky enough to work with. Ive seen her throughout some of the hardest experiences of my life - pregnancy losses, and she has been truly invaluable on this journey for me. She has helped me heal through these losses and so much more. She’s supported me emotionally, mentally, helped me connect more with my body, my intuition while teaching me valuable skills to care for myself. She has provided a safe haven where I have really felt heard and respected which is something i think all women need in their lives. Anita has an incredible capacity to hold space and remarkable intuition to listen to both you and your body to best serve you. My body always responds so positively when I see Anita and if I am feeling scrambled or off my husband will suggest I go see Anita!. More recently Anita has supported me through a full pregnancy which has been so special, she has helped me navigate through fears, been there for joy and supported my body to feel really good!. I am beyond grateful to have found Anita and I really cannot her highly enough. Her and her work a truly a gift.

SH. Auckland

After a determined effort and ideal plan to have a drug-free home birth, I was left feeling fairly traumatised and shell shocked when my daughter arrived many hours later by emergency c-section. My birth experience going the way it did really knocked me sideways physically, emotionally and mentally for a long
time afterwards.
It was a good 12 months later that I went to see Anita for an Arvigo session as I was still feeling pretty disconnected from my body and what I had been through and was in great need of some nurturing care around it all.
Anita's genuine interest & care in what she does leaves you feeling like you are really being heard and that you are in safe hands, and the space she has created for her clinic supports this.  She brings a depth of emotional awareness, understanding and care to her practice, and I felt really guided around the importance of my own self care and well being. The castor oil application she did around my c-section scar was really helpful in terms of feeling more nurtured and nurturing towards myself after everything my body had been through. This was a bit of a break through for me.
After this session and every one since, I always feel more grounded, connected to myself and nourished.

- DM. Ellerslie. Auckland

"Anita Dempsey is a magnificent therapist and a brilliant human being whom I love dearly.  Anita was initially my client and student, and I am proud to say that I am now her client and student also.  Its been a profound journey that has opened my heart up to a deeper state of being to watch someone approach two sacred pathways that I hold so dear with such a profound level of commitment, reverence and love.  Anita is a deeply intuitive massage therapist and has given her all to Arvigo Therapy.  Her hands create such safety, and she is able to give the body exactly what it needs, while also holding the individual receiving her work in the most loving way.  She is passionate about teaching Qoya, and this is an area where her profound capacity for joy and fun is palpable.  I recommend so many women to Anita, and will continue to do so.  She is amazing in every way."

- Samar Ocean Wolf Ciprian

‘Anita doesn’t just give a massage. The environment, the music, her calm nature and the beautiful massage makes for a truly amazing experience that leaves you feeling incredible. Definitely a favourite, and I would highly recommend.’

- JM. Ponsonby. Auckland

"I hadn't heard of Arvigo until my mum referred me to Anita. I got my period at the age of 10 and have experienced endometriosis pain ever since. In 2013, i had my first laprascopic surgery. The symptoms subsided for a while but with time, were progressively getting worse. I was quite anxious about my first Arvigo session, purely because I had no idea what the session entailed, but those worries were quickly alleviated when I met up with Anita. Anita has a naturally calming and welcoming manner. Her passion about the reproductive system is evident and I have really enjoyed learning more about the therapies and the importance of self love. I will definitely continue to see her and recommend anyone with endometriosis to give her sessions a go!
Thanks Anita :) “

- EW. Pt Chev. Auckland

Anita has Magic Hands. Truly. Magical and seriously skilled.
Our initial consultation was thoughtful, thorough and deeply sensitive. I immediately felt reassured by Anita's confidence and warmth, and when it came time for the massage I was so relaxed and at ease. The whole experience was incredibly transformative, in a really special, gentle and inherently feminine way. It felt like a part of me was unlocked, was acknowledged and healed that had never been seen or understood before.
Over the years I've tried a number of different healing modalities and I can easily say that nothing compares to Arvigo, for me, in its understanding of the unique nature of a woman's body and Her needs. That is so nourishing and really exciting to me in its huge potential for healing.
I cannot recommend Anita enough, she has a genuine heart and the soul of a wise medicine woman.
My only complaint is that she doesn't live in Melbourne!

- Klyne Wynn, Melbourne

Anita is hands down (excuse the pun) the best masseur I've encountered.  She has a great natural gift for massage as well as a wonderful intuition for how to approach people's pain.
I came to Anita specifically for pregnancy massage and after every session felt much more connected with my body.  I had a lot of pain in the late stages especially in my lower back and sacrum and this was greatly relieved with the unique Arvigo techniques.
I had a beautiful water birth at home in a birthing pool with only a 3 hour labour and I believe that the Arvigo massage techniques really helped align my body in preparation for an easeful birth.

- AW. Birkenhead, Auckland

From the moment I first entered Anita’s beautiful healing room I felt nurtured and supported . Her deep caring for my wellbeing - physical, emotional and spiritual - was so clear from the way she listened with the utmost compassion and empathy. Her focus on my holistic health helped me to tune into my body, to remember things I had forgotten and through this, truly be a partner in my own healing.

In the early stages of pregnancy, it was on her table that I was first able to connect in with my baby in such a sweet, loving way. On a physical level, her capable, intuitive touch gave me immense relief from chronic hip pain that was worsening as a result of having to sleep on my left side. Her depth of knowledge from Arvigo and massage meant that she was able to create much needed ease within my body - I truly believe that my treatments with Anita contributed greatly to my wellbeing and lack of negative symptoms during pregnancy. And I could feel that my baby was loving every moment of it!

A.L Titirangi, Auckland

I have seen Anita for both holistic pelvic care and Arvigo sessions.
From the moment of entering her therapy room which is so calming, I was made to feel completely at ease. Anita is so professional yet so gentle and you know that she really enters a sacred space when she is taking care of you. During the treatment, I could feel tension deeply embedded in my pelvic region subside which brought much-needed tears of release. I left each session feeling more at peace with everything that was going on for me. I can not recommend Anita enough for being a support to women who are wanting to connect deeper to themselves through this work.
I really am so thankful for seeing you as I have went along my journey, much love for what you are doing.

A.P North Shore, Auckland