Kia Ora! My name is Kseniya and I am an osteopath, specialising in babies’ health. I grew up in Siberia, Russia, spent several years in England, and now I am blessed to call Taranaki my home.
My journey into paediatric osteopathy is unique, grounded in a deep understanding of the human body from my previous career as a surgeon. While I now practice exclusively as an osteopath in New Zealand (registered with the OCNZ), this strong medical foundation continues to guide my professional, empathic, and compassionate care.
I developed my osteopathic skills in England, graduating with a Master of Osteopathy with First Class Honours in 2020. Since moving to New Zealand, my continuing professional development has been dedicated to children’s health, with a special interest in treating babies.
I understand the trust it takes to invite someone into your child’s care. My approach is shaped by the depth of my medical training and the holistic and integrative principles of osteopathy. My goal is always to create a calm, safe space where both you and your child feel supported.
My Practice
Focus: Paediatric osteopathy, with a special interest in babies
Locations: Home-based clinic in Warea, and home visits throughout Taranaki
Accreditation: Registered with OCNZ and GOsC (UK), ACC-accredited provider
Community Contribution: Supporting children and families through volunteer work with the Osteopathic Children Foundation in Hamilton and Wellington
I find balance and joy in the land and sea of Aotearoa - surfing her waves, hiking her mountains, and embracing the incredible natural environment that surrounds us.
Qualifications & Paediatric Expertise
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Master of Osteopathy with First Class Honours | European School of Osteopathy, University of Greenwich, UK 2020
Physician in the speciality of “General Medicine”| Novosibirsk State University, Russian Federation 2010
General & Emergency Surgeon | Russian Federation 2010 - 2013
1 year of internship in surgery, followed by 6 months of specialised training in paediatric surgery, 1 year of clinical practice as a general & emergency surgeon
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Respiratory and Digestive Systems in Paediatric Osteopathy | Julie Fendall, New Zealand 2025
Paediatric Osteopathic Evaluation of the Newborn to 4 Years | Julie Fendall, New Zealand 2025
Infant and Young Child Health Essentials | Ara Institute of Canterbury, New Zealand 2023
Child and Adolescent Health Essentials | Ara Institute of Canterbury, New Zealand 2023
An Osteopathic Approach to Paediatrics | Jamie Taylor, New Zealand 2021
Reflux, The Unsettled Baby, Feeding, Latching, Tongue tie, Plagiocephaly, Head favouring
Cranial Osteopathy | Jamie Taylor, New Zealand 2021
Primitive Reflex | Jamie Taylor, New Zealand 2020
Children Osteopathy. Work with children under 2 | Dr. Nikonenko E. N., Russian Federation 2015
Massage and gymnastics for infants | Siberian School of Russian Massage, Russian Federation 2015
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Private Practice Kseniya Salostiy Osteopathy, Taranaki, New Zealand 2026 - current
Volunteering with Osteopathic Children Foundation, Hamilton, Wellington, New Zealand 2025 - current
The Osteopathy Room, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand 2024 - 2025
Waikato Osteopathic Centre, Hamilton, New Zealand 2020 - 2023
ESO Children’s Clinic, Maidstone, UK 2019 - 2020