My Story: Dr Jeunesse
💫 Why I Became a Chiropractor: My Story
Get to Know Dr Jeunesse
Hi, I’m Dr Jeunesse Leaia from Body Care Health & Chiropractic, and I’d love to share a little bit about how I found my way into Chiropractic care — and why I’m so passionate about what I do every day.
🌏 From the Philippines to New Zealand
I was born in the Philippines and raised in the beautiful land of the long white cloud — Aotearoa (New Zealand). Growing up, I was always fascinated by how the human body works and had a deep desire to help people. This led me to begin a career in Paramedicine, where I gained a strong understanding of emergency and acute care.
💡 The Turning Point
During my time in Paramedic school, I began experiencing debilitating tension-type headaches that became a regular part of my life. I sought help from a Chiropractor, and that decision completely changed my direction.
Not only did my headaches improve, but I also gained a new understanding of how powerful the body’s ability to heal itself can be when the nervous system is supported. That experience inspired me to leave Paramedic school and pursue Chiropractic full-time — a choice I’ve never looked back on.
At Body Care Health & Chiropractic, this personal experience shapes the way I care for my patients every day — with empathy, understanding, and a focus on restoring proper function so the body can work as it’s designed to.
A New Chapter in Australia
At age 20, I moved to Australia, where I continued my studies and met husband where we even got married after the COVID lockdowns! It’s been a journey of growth, both personally and professionally, and I’m grateful for every step that’s led me here.
💆♀️ Chiropractic Experience
Since graduating, I’ve worked in a variety of settings from family-based chiropractic clinics to multidisciplinary practices with physiotherapists, psychologists and other allied health professionals. This has given me a well-rounded understanding of how different approaches can come together to support each patient’s unique needs.
At Body Care Health & Chiropractic, I draw on that experience to provide care that’s tailored, gentle, and focused on long-term results — helping patients of all ages move and feel their best.
❤️ My Mission
Every adjustment I give is guided by the same goal that first inspired me: to help people take control of their health, understand their bodies better, and live without constant tension or limitation.
At Body Care Health & Chiropractic, we believe that true care comes from connection — listening to your story, understanding your goals, and supporting you every step of the way.
✨ I’m grateful every day for the path that brought me here — from headaches to healing, from Paramedicine to Chiropractic.
If you’re ready to start your own health journey, I’d love to meet you at Body Care Health & Chiropractic and help you discover what’s possible when your body is functioning at its best.
