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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I have always thought that “people just need to talk more!” We all struggle with something at some point in our lives. For some, it’s a short period of time, while for others, it travels alongside them for life. If people just talked more, perhaps struggles wouldn’t feel so debilitating, desperate and lonely. The thought “I am the only one” wouldn’t stay stuck in people’s minds. The sense of stigma around mental health issues, and asking for help, wouldn’t be so strong. By talking, taking a leap of faith, and opening up, one can begin to heal. Life is not always a barrel of monkeys, and it isn’t always bad. I cannot promise what you are struggling with will go away forever, but I am willing to listen and walk with you as you learn skills, build a healthier lifestyle, engage in meaningful relationships and more.

Specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and distorted eating, I also work with those struggling with body image issues, low self-esteem, trauma, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder/tendencies, life transitions, self-injury, boundaries and assertiveness.

My educational accomplishments include:

Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Lakehead University

Palliative Care Certificate from Lakehead University

Masters of Divinity from Heritage College and Seminary

Certificate in Eye Movement Reprocessing and Desensitization (E.M.D.R.)

Trauma Certificate from Wilfred Laurier

I am dedicated to the pursuit of continuing education which leads me to attend various workshops and training seminars throughout the year.

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John’s treatment style centres on Swedish massage to decrease pain, relax tight muscles, and decrease stress. Depending on the patient’s goals, he also incorporates myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, muscle energy technique, trigger point release, and practical exercises that patients can complete at home.

While he does offer deep tissue massage to those who prefer a deeper pressure, he knows that massage doesn’t need to hurt in order to be effective. He recognizes that every patient has their own pressure tolerances and will always work within a patient’s preferred range.

John is trained to treat a wide range of muscular, postural, fascial, and neurological concerns. Some of the conditions he frequently treats are back pain, neck and shoulder tension, tension-type headaches, hip pain, and forearm tightness. He is excited to work with people of all ages, genders, and body types. Everyone is welcome and can expect to be heard and treated with respect, compassion, and care.

John is also a proud father to two young kids who keep me him on his toes. In addition to spending time with his wonderful family, including his RMT partner, Marina, he enjoys cycling, climbing, juggling, and reading. His passion and “other job” is performing and composing classical, folk, and pop music, which he has done professionally for over 15 years.

Book an appointment with John today to discuss your healthcare goals.

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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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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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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 Institue 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.

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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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Marina recently moved to Powell River with her family, and is thrilled to be a part of this incredible community. She graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria in 2014 and practiced in Vancouver from 2015-2021. In addition to her massage practice, she has been an instructor and clinic supervisor at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy for three years, and worked independently as a therapeutic yoga coach.

Her therapeutic style combines relaxation-focused Swedish Massage with intentional myofascial release, mindful breath work, and gentle active techniques. While the massage therapy process may sometimes cause discomfort, Marina strongly believes that a massage should feel good and leave a patient feeling relaxed and comfortable. She recognizes the body is capable of profound healing and that when the body and mind are in balance, anything is possible.

Marina has a special interest in women’s health and offers treatment for dysmennorhea, pregnancy, postpartum, and post-cesarean recovery. She has additional training with breast, abdominal, and infant massage. Other interests include working with clients experiencing persistent pain, digestive complaints, post-concussion, and post-surgery.

She is an LGBTQI+ ally and aims to create an inclusive practice, treating all ages and genders. She believes in patient empowerment and is happy to offer information, exercises or referrals to support patients in their self care process.

We are excited to announce that Marina is also launching Empowered Postpartum here in Powell River, a postpartum doula service for mothers and their families here in the qathet Regional District. You can find out more about her doula services at www.empoweredpostpartum.net.

She is a proud mother of two preschool-aged children. When she has time for herself, she loves practicing yoga & meditation, having ecstatic dance parties, cooking & baking, reading, bouldering, and hiking. She is excited to explore more of this beautiful qathet region by foot and by paddle.

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