MEET OUR AMAZING TEAM OF HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS!
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Dr. Clay Ward
Chiropractor/Clinic Owner and Director Dr. Ward is a MASTER’s accredited ART® provider (Complex Protocols, Masters, Upper Extremity, Lower Extremity, Spine, Nerve Entrapment & Biomechanics). He began his training in ART® while in school and has been a provider since 2007. Since then he has been on the 2009, 2012, 2013 and 2014 IRONMAN Canada ART® treatment team as well as involved with numerous other triathlon and running events. He is also fully accredited in Graston Technique®. |
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Dr. Dan Suppnick
Chiropractor Dr. Suppnick has been in practice for over a decade helping a wide variety of patients with all types of needs. He is a lifelong learner, teacher and caring clinician. As a chiropractor, he is honoured to be a trusted resource for his community and finds helping people in need extremely rewarding. In addition to chiropractic practice, Dr. Suppnick is an anatomy and physiology instructor at North Island College. He holds a bachelor’s of science degree from Michigan State University as well as a doctorate of Chiropractic from The University Of Western States where he graduated as his class’s valedictorian. |
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Matt O'Meara, R.Ac
Acupuncturist Matt completed his education in Victoria, BC at Pacific Rim College, a leading school of natural medicine in North America. After completing his studies, He remained at the college as a faculty member, teaching courses in Chinese diet therapy and ethics. Matt saw how well Traditional Chinese Medicine, and more specifically acupuncture, provided a medicine that promoted balance in an overstimulated culture. Understanding the dynamic healing potential of acupuncture led him to pursue this field of medicine. |
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Luke Clarke-Kelly , R.Ac
Acupuncturist Luke first came to Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine over a decade ago while seeking to improve all aspects of his health. The wonderful outcomes inspired him to make a change and share the gift of this medicine with others. Luke aims to improve the quality of life of those he works with. He draws on the experience of his own healing journey to help others navigate through the blockages they may encounter on their path to wellness. |
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Abby Wiens
Registered Massage Therapist Abby's massage practice is led with intent, ensuring to work with the individual to create a treatment plan that is acceptable to both parties. She likes to blend therapeutic work into a relaxation approach with the use of myofascial techniques throughout her treatments. Abby is looking to work with people from all walks of life as she continues to understand what she can offer as a massage therapist, though she does like to focus on specific work with muscle adhesions and soft tissue restrictions throughout the body to improve functional movement. |
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Diana Lussier
Registered Massage Therapist Diana integrates her treatment style with various modalities. These include myo-fascial therapy ,deep tissue neuromuscular and deep tendon techniques as well as nervous system calming modalities. working on a variety of injuries and conditions such as migraines, concussions, lumbar/pelvic imbalances, shoulder injuries, anxiety and depression, scar tissue, and of course the wide variety of sport injuries and work related repetitive strains. |
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Dresden Varney
Registered Massage Therapist **Dresdens practice is dedicated women’s health and therefore exclusively treats women. At the core of all of Dresden’s treatments, is nervous system support. Dresden is trained in Craniosacral Therapy, and subscribes to the understanding that the body often holds unresolved “stuff”, that can manifest into physical discomfort. When the body feels safe, and tended to, we can begin to address these stuck areas, to help facilitate in the process of letting go. She treats mostly in silence, to encourage inner presence, and uses a medium style of pressure, to allow the body to gently unwind and release tension. Dresden has an informed treatment approach, which is also guided by her intuition, into an application that is attentive, therapeutic, and nurturing. |
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Jillian Peacock
Registered Massage Therapist Jillian’s treatment approach is very goal oriented, and typically uses deeper therapeutic modalities coupled with dynamic release to help clients find relief. She focuses on providing effective treatment for prevention, maintenance, recovery, and rehabilitation. Jillian assists individuals integrate exercise and stretching into their daily lives to help clients get back to the activities they love. |
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Tanner Chichak
Registered Massage Therapist Tanner has a passion for facilitating pain-free movement and enhancing the overall quality of life for his clients. His comprehensive approach ensures each session is tailored to meet the unique needs and goals of his clients, promoting both physical recovery and holistic wellness. Drawing from both personal experiences with injury and extensive professional education, Tanner is dedicated to helping everyone he works with resolve their pain and reach their goals. |
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Taylor Smith
Registered Massage Therapist Taylor creates a welcoming environment while delivering therapeutic, client-centred care. He attended the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria where he developed an interest in treating patients with chronic muscular imbalances due to posture. His experience at award-winning clinics and spas on Vancouver Island has provided the foundation for delivering first-rate service to his patients. |
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Andrea Kruger
Athletic Therapist Andrea is passionate about helping people living with chronic pain gain a clear understanding of what's going on in their bodies and brains with pain neuroscience education. Together, you will (re)build trust with your abilities moving you closer to the quality of life you envision for yourself. |