Meet some of the team! The Raglan Herbal Dispensary team aims to connect with you by sharing insights into who we are.
If you need some health advice, get in touch. We’re here for you seven days a week, offering professional naturopathic advice. Drop by, call, or send us an email — we’re ready to assist you on your path to wellness.
www.raglanherbaldispensary.nz
07 825 7444
6 Wallis Street, Raglan
LISA
Hi, Lisa here. I’ve been one of the Herb D team for over 10 years. Before that my husband & I ran Antique & Collectable shops in Raglan for 20 years.
My children were born at home in Raglan, with the help of our wonderful Raglan midwives. Natural births and organic living has been really important to me & just seemed right. I love working at The Herb D & being part of a natural health environment, also working with a great team of women & seeing & getting to know our lovely customers.
I worked in plant nurseries for years in my 20s & gardening is one of my passions, so I can guide you with your garden needs in store. Also, I’m a Beauty Therapist so I can help you with your skincare needs from our range of N.Z made, natural skincare products.
When I’m not at The Herb D I’m in my Studio at home, ‘Lazuli Raglan’ where I design & make jewellery which is sold instore. I also offer Beauty Therapy treatments & sell crystals. Otherwise you can find me in my garden.
NICKY
Kia ora. I’m Nicky, one of the naturopaths. I’m from the UK and moved to NZ with my husband and 2 boys 12 years ago. We settled in Raglan in 2014 and the Raglan Dispensary was the first place I visited to buy my groceries and ask for work. Within a few weeks I had a casual post and worked throughout my naturopath training in the downstairs part of the shop. I’ve now worked my way up the stairs and after 5 years experience as a qualified naturopath, am now part of the permanent team.
I‘ve been a member of Whaingaroa Waka Ama Whanau Club for about 8 years and paddle mostly socially but have competed in the odd race. I also enjoy walking, whether it be on the beach or up a mountain. My interest in herbal medicine and nutrition means I love spending time in my garden growing my own produce, herbs, and some teas.
I enjoy being at the Herbal Dispensary, helping the locals, travellers and tourists with their acute and chronic health needs. I particularly love making herbal formulas specifically tailored to individuals. And it’s always a bonus to be working with a caring, friendly, supportive and fun team.
MIMI
Kia ora Whāingaroa!
Mimi here, one of the latest additions to the Herbal Dispensary!
One of the questions I get asked most is, ‘Where is your accent from?’ and every time my answer remains the same: ‘Unfortunately, it’s not Canadian’.
The story goes like this: I was raised in Washington DC by a Kiwi mum and always aspired to live in Aotearoa to learn about my roots, and in 2020 I got the opportunity to do so.
Ever since I can remember, I have been interested in the natural world and when I moved here, I was shocked by the connection the people had with the land. This is something specific to Aotearoa, something cultural, an idea I didn’t grow up with but one I was delighted to adopt.
The idea is, that we are one, human and Earth. A oneness. We have a shared existence and mutual dependence. Our well-being is tied to the health of the Earth and vice versa. This idea encouraged a deeper appreciation for the web of life and created within me a responsibility to our planet and to those living on it.
Fast forward to 2024, I am studying full-time SPCNM and working at the Herbal Dispensary to gain as much wisdom as possible. The goal is to become a certified Naturopath in three years allowing me to continue to deepen my connection with the plants and with all of you!
OLIVIA
Kia ora, I’m Olivia! I love working in an environment surrounded by natural medicine, and healthy delicious food. I’m always so fascinated by the healing properties of plants, but for me my favourite part about working at the Herbal Dispensary is the community.
I enjoy working with and talking to people, to see so many familiar faces coming in and supporting the small business. I’m also so grateful to work alongside the most wonderful ladies; we’re like sisters and have shared lots of laughs, tears, chocolate, tea, and boogies behind the counter together over the years.
I’ve been working at the Herbal Dispensary for the past 7 years on and off between travelling around Europe, Hawaii, Japan and Bali and studying a bachelor’s degree in Poutū-Manahau (Population Health) at Waikato University, which dove into holistic approaches for supporting community health and well-being.
Currently I’m balancing working at the Herbal, disability support work and doing research for the Whaingaroa Youthwork Collective. Growing up in Whaingaroa, it feels fulfilling to be putting love and energy back into the community as I’m so grateful for the support I’ve received. When I’m not working, you’ll likely find me in or around the ocean.
