Bodywise and the team.

Bodywise Herbal Dispensary, located in Nelson, has proudly served our community for three decades, assisting individuals in achieving optimal health and vitality. 

As a naturopath/medical herbalist-owned and operated establishment, we address acute symptoms as well as chronic health concerns. Ultimately, our mission is to promote wellness.

We dedicate time to consider each individual's unique needs and budgetary considerations.

Collectively, Colleen, Julia, Grace, Marcia and Bridget possess extensive experience in addressing various health conditions, both over-the-counter and in clinic settings. They employ a holistic approach to health through the judicious use of combinations of liquid or tableted herbal medicines, nutritional supplements, Bach flowers, and skincare products. 

Should the situation necessitate more comprehensive care, referrals to appropriate practitioners within Nelson can be arranged.

  • Naturopath-and-Medical-Herbalist

    Colleen Davies, Owner, Naturopath & Medical Herbalist BNHM

    Colleen completed her Bachelors degree in Naturopathy and Herbal Medicine in 2016, after a longtime interest in natural medicine and working a good chunk of her adult life in the industry.  Colleen came to Bodywise in 2021 after moving to Nelson from her role as dispensary Naturopath at The Herb Centre in Christchurch. After a few years of working with the previous owner of Bodywise, Sally Grant, she was given the opportunity to become the new owner of Bodywise along with her husband Ryan Davies (the Bodywise  IT guru and accounts manager) in 2024.

  • Naturopath-Medical-Herbalist

    Julia Van Berkel, Manager, Naturopath & Medical Herbalist BNATMED

    Julia completed her Bachelor in Natural Medicine via the South Pacific College in Auckland 2021 and has worked at Bodywise since finishing her studies. 

    She developed her love for herbalism over the 17 years she lived in France and Italy, intrigued by the fact that every village in Italy had a herbal dispensary, she started to develop her knowledge through foraging and utilising the abundant wild herbs at hand in Provence and the Tuscan hills. Julia's quest for knowledge on all things nutritional, naturopathic and herbal is a continuous passion (bordering on obsession). 

  • Grace Ogilvie Naturopath, Medical Herbalist and Nutritionist.

    Grace completed her bachelor's degree in Natural Medicine through the South Pacific College of Natural Medicine in 2025 and owns GLO Naturopathy, where she offers both online and in-person naturopathic consultations. She is a degree-qualified Naturopath, Medical Herbalist, and Clinical Nutritionist focused on creating meaningful, sustainable health change through personalised naturopathic care, evidence-based nutrition, and herbal medicine.  Alongside running her practice, Grace also works in-store at Bodywise Herbal Dispensary, supporting customers and clients with herbal and natural health guidance.

  • Marcia Montgomery, Diploma in Naturopathy, Diploma in Herbal Medicine.

    Who is kindly taking time out of her busy Massage Therapy and Bodywork clinic to help us out as we get busier, with her knowledge and experience as a
    naturopath/medical herbalist also.
    To book a healing session with her please go to www.marciamontgomery.co.nz

  • Bridget Younghusband

    Bridget graduated in 2014 with a Bachelor of Natural Medicine from the South Pacific College of Natural Medicine. After a period of overseas travel, she joined Bodywise and has worked with us on and off for the past 10 years.During this time, Bridget embraced motherhood with her two daughters, gaining valuable firsthand experience in parenting and child-rearing. She currently works with our team on a part-time basis.

    Instore on Thursdays.

  • Bodywise owner

    Ryan Davies (a.k.a Mr. Bodywise)

    Bodywise IT guru, accounts manager, photographer and cardboard recycler.

    Ryan's Photography 

  • Nina Piyasheva

    Nina has over 15 years’ experience in ecommerce, systems, and logistics within the organic and natural health space. She cares deeply about the industry and enjoys contributing to work that aligns with her values. Having worked with store owner Colleen previously, she has joined the Bodywise team to help with growing their web store.