Gina holds her BSc. Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University and her Masters in Exercise Science through Edith Cowan University. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach and Exercise Scientist in Vancouver, BC. She was Canada’s top female cyclist and lead a highly successful 12 year career as a Professional Cyclist in the disciplines of road and track racing. She competed and represented Canada at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China, and at the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne, Australia.

Early in her professional career as a Kinesiologist she worked in the Cardiac Rehab and Exercise Therapy programs at Saanich Commonwealth Place in Victoria, BC while she trained for the Olympics. She also worked with kids aged 8-12 at the Commonwealth Place as a Summer Camp Supervisor. During her studies at SFU she volunteered at the Human Performance Center, and assisted the Athletic and Physiotherapists with Varsity team taping, assessing injuries and facilitating the athletes pre/rehab exercises. She has volunteered at the BC Summer games as a First Aid attendant, and has competed in First Aider Response competitions around BC.

She was part of a multi-disciplinary team at CBI Physiotherapy as an Exercise Therapist responsible for communicating and working with the other health care practitioners in the clients’ return to work program. She designed and taught a curriculum that informed the clients on the nature of their injury, implemented exercise rehabilitation programs and carried out ergonomic job site analysis’.

Gina was the lead Strength and Conditioning Coach/Sports Science for the U-17 Girls Whitecaps FC Regional Excel Program (national development team) and the Canadian Soccer Association during the U-20 World Cup in Papua New Guinea in 2016. She worked with the young athletes from 13-20 years old in the gym and on the field. She has trained elite athletes who have competed and medaled (Gold, Silver and 2x Bronze) at the Olympics, Junior World Championships and podiums at the National Championships. She has also lead Masters’ athletes to World Championships results, Ironman completions, and many other sporting achievements.

Gina works with clientele ranging from 8 to 74 years old. She conducts physical fitness, strength and movement evaluations to guide her process in designing individualized strength and conditioning programs to align with their fitness goals. She works with sports teams in designing injury prevention; sprint, agility and power; and strength and conditioning programs. Gina’s mission is to help and educate athletes and clientele to move well so that we can reduce the chance of injury while continuing to build upon a strength base that will help us to not only to feel good and strong but also to enable us to soar in sports and in life.

Gina devotes a lot of her ability to be disciplined in sports, work and life to her time in the Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corp 903 when she was younger. She earned her rank up to Sgt. Major of the Corp where she was certified as a teacher and instructed younger cadets to earn their badges in the classroom and leading the cadets in the field. She attended the Vernon Cadet camp and earned the best Cadet award both years. Gina knows what it takes to be the best and now shares her enthusiasm, knowledge and experience and as a Strength and Conditioning Coach helping others achieve their performance and fitness goals.

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Don’t many of us just want to feel better and have the pain gone? Absolutely. And yet, there is an opportunity when we just look at our bodies as more than something to fix.

As a massage therapist for 30 years I devoted my life to the study and practice of addressing pain and conditions in the body in a holistic way.

This is the essence of each session I embark on with my clients. The truth of one’s being is always speaking and it brings me joy in listening.

My Training: CranioSacral Therapy, Upledger Institute SomatoEmotional Release, Upledger Institute Visceral Manipulation (Abdominal Massage), Natale Rao RMT Trauma Release Therapy, self taught through 30 years as RMT

These therapies address many conditions from muscle pain, headaches, stomach issues, concussion and MVAs, dementia or even breast feeding issues and forceps deliveries. This is just a small list of what these therapies can address.

*Note: while I was a registered massage therapist for 30 years, I no longer hold my license nor that title. I am a Craniosacral therapist.

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Dr. Brittney Chisholm is proud to return to the town she grew up in to give back to the community that raised her. By providing patient-centered service, advocacy, concussion diagnosis & rehabilitation, and chronic pain education, Dr. Chisholm pours her heart into service of her beloved town.

Dr. Chisholm practices evidence-informed, conservative chiropractic care - that means research and clinical experience guide her treatment plans which are customized for the individual following a thorough history and physical exam. She uses a variety of techniques in her treatment plans: manual muscle release, trigger point therapy, spinal manipulation (Diversified technique, Thompson drop-piece technique, and the light-touch Activator technique) exercise & rehabilitation, graded mobilizations, fascial manipulation, Rolfing techniques, biomechanical corrections, postural and nutritional advice, and education.

Brittney treats an array of musculoskeletal and nerve-related conditions but has a particular interest in treating complex pain and chronic pain. Through a 3 hour assessment that captures how pain shows up biologically, psychologically, and socially, she helps identify treatment options available to you, teaches you the neuroscience of pain, and helps you understand important concepts such as pacing and mini-goal setting, and how to challenge your negative beliefs of self.

Dr. Chisholm uses a lot of deep fascial release techniques which are unique to her practice. A combination of functional range release, massage, Rolfing, and trigger point therapy, to help fascia reorganize at various depths and in variuous planes that can contribute to chronic pain and biomechanical restrictions.

For more information email: drbrittney@suncoastintegratedhealth.com

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Dr. Mélanie LeBlanc grew up in Bathurst, New Brunswick, a small coastal town.  She always loved the small town feel and the friendly people that came with it and was excited to get that sense of community again by moving to Powell River. Growing up, she was always active. She started figure skating as soon as she was able to get on the ice at the age of three and fell in love it. She later found other passions in volley ball during high school, yoga while at university, and now aerial silks right here in Powell River. 

She always loved sciences and had a great interest in the human body growing up, and always wanted to go to medical school and become a doctor. She attended the University of New Brunswick where she graduated with honours in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and made the Dean’s list.  During her time there, she decided she wanted to help people with a more natural and holistic approach, which led her to chiropractic. 

Mélanie graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, ON, in 2018. During her internship year, she learned from the brilliant minds of her clinicians at the school’s clinic as well as the Sherbourne Health Center in downtown Toronto to treat her patients with love and care. During her internship year, she was a co-president of the Global Health Initiative club, which raised money for the Global Peace Network and World Spine Care, both of which provide chiropractic care to third world countries.

Since graduating, she has continued her education and is certified in the Webster technique (for pregnancy). She also has 50+ hours of continuing education in concussions assessment and treatment and is certified through Complete Concussion Management Inc (CCMI). She has also recently taken an interest in foot health and function.

Dr. LeBlanc’s treatments are evidenced-based and tailored to each individual. Initial visit includes a thorough history and physical exam to find the root of your problem.  Treatments can include soft tissue therapy to release tight muscles, spinal and joint manipulation – including Diversified technique and drop-pieces from Thompson technique, rehab exercises that include strengthening and stretching, as well as healthy lifestyle advice and education. 

She treats a variety of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.  She loves treating anyone from pediatrics to helping seniors stay active and young at heart, and anyone in between!

Contact Dr. LeBlanc today to get started on your health goals. 

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Ukrainian born, Alex Marchuk and his wife, came to us from Israel to raise their 3 year old daughter in this peaceful coastal paradise. Alex graduated in 2020 from the prestigious Reidman International College for Complementary and Integrative Medicine, in Israel. He performed an additional 2 years of schooling to become licensed in Sports & Deep Tissue Massage, graduating in 2022. Alex is proficient in Swedish massage and medical massage (trigger point therapy), providing an individualized approach to each client.

In addition to his bodywork practice, Alex is a certified gym trainer and fitness instructor with many years of experience. This dual role allows him to have a deeper understanding of the human muscular system and enhances the effectiveness of his massage sessions.

Clients benefit from Alex’s unique perspective, as he uses his training experience to tailor treatment sessions to individual needs. Whether you are seeking relaxation or relief from muscle tension, Alex is dedicated to your well-being.

Please note, Alex is not registered with the College of Massage Therapists of BC and thus ineligible for billing to insurance plans at this time.

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Chaya is a compassionate and dedicated Registered Massage Therapist based in qathet, BC. With a deep understanding of human anatomy and physiology, she combines evidence-based practices with modern therapeutic techniques to support the body’s natural ability to restore balance, function, and heal. Chaya’s treatment philosophy emphasizes holistic wellness, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs of every client.

Whether addressing injury, chronic pain, or stress, Chaya ensures that each treatment is both effective and comfortable. Her warm, professional demeanor fosters an environment where clients feel heard, supported, and safe. Chaya’s goal is to empower clients to achieve lasting relief and enhanced well-being through personalized care. She works collaboratively with her clients, offering guidance and support along the way.

Taking a comprehensive approach, Chaya combines a dynamic blend of calming, rhythmic techniques with deeper, more targeted treatment styles, adjusting the flow and intensity of each session as needed to help clients reach their goals.

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Sara has been practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine as a registered acupuncturist since 2001. She graduated from the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences in Nelson, BC. after completing a four year program studying, acupuncture, TCM herbology and tui-na massage. Sara is immensely grateful to have found this traditional healing system and is constantly impressed with its scope and depth of knowledge.

Sara’s treatment can include, acupuncture, tui-na massage, acupressure, cupping, gua-sha and moxibustion. With over 20 years in practice Sara has amassed many hours of hands on experience.

If you are looking to enhance your health,relieve pain, speed up recovery from injury or surgery, improve sleep and just feel good book with Sara today! TCM has an extremely broad scope of ailments that can be treated if you are curious if it can help you please feel welcome to ask.

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Alisha is a Registered Massage Therapist with a unique manual approach. She believes in an individualized approach to treatment, understanding how the body functions as a whole to determine the underlying reasons for pain and dysfunction. Not just treating the symptoms themselves.

Alisha has focused her training and clinical practice around Myofascial Release_and _Visceral Manipulation. These techniques are effective in treating a wide range of acute and chronic symptoms, abdominal and pelvic pain, digestive complaints, pre and post natal complaints, TMJD(jaw pain) and the effects of post surgical scarring on the body. Through assessment, manual therapy and patient education, Alisha works with you to facilitate your body’s innate ability to heal, helping you achieve your body’s optimal potential.

*Due to the nature of these techniques, no oil or lotion is used during treatment and it is recommended that you come dressed in loose clothing, such as shorts and a t-shirt or tank top.

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Certified Thai Yoga Massage Practitioner

Certified Yoga Instructor

Nicole’s passion for health and wellness was sparked at a young age through Kundalini movement meditation, fitness, and dance.

Later, during a year-long trip through Asia and India, Nicole fell deeper in love with the art and science of yoga and Thai massage and their ability to restore and balance body, mind and spirit.

Nicole has studied with Lotus Palm, Institute of Thai Massage and Traditional Bodywork, Montreal, and became a certified Thai Yoga massage practitioner in 2006.

Nicole has maintained a strong yoga practice from a young age and, in 2005, apprenticed with Sharon Tron in the Ashtanga Yoga system created by Patabi Jois. In 2006, Nicole completed her certification at the Salt Spring Center of Yoga.

Nicole has continued to learn from these practices and has had the opportunity to study with many wonderful teachers, such as Sharon Tron, Sylvain Brochu, Mia Blackwell, Shiva Rea, and Seane Corn.

Certified Thai Yoga Massage Practitioner Certified Yoga Instructor Nicole’s passion for health ... Read More