Meet Colton, he direct bills to most insurers including MEDAVIE

> ##• He is a first year student studying at the Canadian School of Osteopathy in Vancouver.

> ###• His clinical focus is applying an osteopathic approach to rehabilitation, muscular & postural imbalances utilizing myofascial release/unwinding, positional release therapy, trigger point therapy and joint mobilizations.

> ###• Colton aids the body by activating auto-regulation systems with craniosacral fulcrum techniques to induce deep relaxation. He has completed Upledger Craniosacral Therapy: Level One and is continuing cranial education at the Canadian School of Osteopathy.

> ###• He acquired his Massage Therapy diploma from Ontario College of Health & Technology in 2018.

> ###• His quest for holistic wellness started in his early twenties after receiving care from a physiotherapist. Manual therapy, stretches and strengthening sparked his interest in personal growth.

> ###• He practices meditation, mindfulness and yoga/qigong. He enjoys riding his bicycle and studying Osteopathy in his free time.

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Hailing from northern BC, Prince George, Stephen has always had an interest in how things work and solving puzzles. Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy granted Stephen access to streams of knowledge and tools, giving a solid foundation to being able to help folks understand their bodies and to lend a hand restoring proper function.

With a passion for helping alleviate chronic conditions, he will work with you to achieve your goals and needs. Stephen utilizes deep tissue to lighter myofascial work, pelvic stabilization and joint mobilization, (PNF) stretching to find balance within our systems.

Outside of the treatment room Stephen loves to putter, nerd out and be in the bush. “Sometimes you strengthen, sometimes you rest, sometimes you walk it off, sometimes we are at our best.”

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Jeff is now direct billing to Sun Life & Telus! For other insurances, we are still waiting for the approval. We will update this status as soon as possible.

Jeff believes that Massage Therapy can enhance your overall sense of emotional and physical well-being, decreasing pain while increasing your quality of life. His style of massage is a blend of deep tissue and relaxation, using a variety of techniques.

In treatment, Jeff desires to build strong therapeutic relationships with his clients, joining them on their journey to wellness. His personal treatment philosophy is to work with the client instead of on the client, with issues of interest being lower back pain, shoulder injuries, and neck injuries. That being said, he is happy to take on any issue you may have!

When not practicing massage there are many other things that bring him joy - cooking, biking, gardening, and enjoying the outdoors with his children.

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Since 2012, Dr. Colleen has taken a special interest in stress and mental-health as they pertain to her patients’ physical concerns and uses a trauma-informed approach to help her patients achieve the highest standard of health. She helps her patients with a range of diagnoses ranging from digestive issues, hormone imbalances and cardiovascular disease address the underlying reasons for their disease and return to wellness.

If you deal with any other following conditions, Dr. Colleen can help you on your path to optimal health:

• high blood pressure

• anxiety

• depression

• PMS

• hypothyroidism

• autoimmune disease

• insomnia/difficulty sleeping

• fatigue

• digestive conditions including reflux, crohn’s, colitis and IBS

• high cholesterol

• infertility

• low libido

• menopause

• allergies

• asthma

• arthritis

• diabetes

• skin conditions including

rosacea, acne, psoriasis and eczema

Main tests that Dr. Colleen can order:

1) Standard screening blood work for assessing cholesterol, iron deficiency, thyroid function, cardiovascular risk, liver function, diabetes, kidney function

2) SIBO breath testing for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth

3) Virology testing for chronic viral infections

4) Food Sensitivity Testing to determine food sensitivities

5) Hormone testing for adrenal fatigue, PMS, menopause

6) Comprehensive stool analysis - for digestive disorders (IBS, Crohn’s, Colitis, Diverticulitis)

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Direct Billing Information: We are unable to direct bill to Sunlife and Pacific Blue Cross for Osteopathy. We offer direct billing to Telus and Greenshield. You may have coverage that you will be able to submit for reimbursement!

Elysse completed the comprehensive four-year osteopathic education program through the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy (CAO) in Hamilton, Ontario. Graduating with a Masters of Practice in Osteopathic Manual Sciences, M.OMSc., and is a proud member of OSTCAN BC.

She holds experience in the fitness industry, a wide variety of sports and personal experiences in sports-related injuries. Finding Osteopathy, it provided a balanced and gentle approach that wielded long-term, lasting results in her recovery. The body’s ability to heal and adapt ignited a curiosity that has grown into long-term interest in understanding the human body. Her studies at the CAO have shown her the power Osteopathy has in both its preventative and rehabilitative abilities. She has an unquestionable passion for osteopathy and is excited to serve the Comox Valley and surrounding areas.

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Does not direct bill to any health insurances

Keisha is a student massage therapist in training. She has almost completed her first year at Pacific Coastal College of Massage Therapy and is bound to complete her training in the February of 2025. So far, she has learned all things in relaxation massage as her school specializes in Swedish techniques. With the remainder of first year, she will also be learning about trigger points, and hydrotherapy. Once she starts second year, she will learn all about deep tissue massage, fascia release, and so much more.

So far Keisha has really enjoyed her schooling and has been excited to finally put her new skills to the test!

Outside of massage therapy Keisha was born and raised in the city of Port Alberni. She has taken a couple courses at North Island College prior to discovering massage therapy and has found an interest in all thing’s photography and art. Her hobbies have consisted of painting/drawing, picture taking, hiking, playing music, and napping. You can find her either enjoying coffee at local shops, or at fancy car shows! Keisha looks forward to helping you the best she can!

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Jeff has nearly 20 years of experience in therapeutic massage and still maintains the passion he had entering the profession. He approaches the body as a whole, constantly considering how one structure affects another, and stays present and focused in his work. Techniques he has found most effective include myofascial and trigger point release coupled with stretching and mobilization. He encourages people to better understand the mechanics of their bodies and take care of themselves.

Outside of massage, Jeff was born and raised on the island, is a nature lover, and knows he is lucky to live here. He likes to stay active in many ways, listening to music and spending time with his family. He genuinely looks forward to seeing you.

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Jan Shields knows the value in taking personal responsibility in the self care arena, and that managing your stress is of utmost importance. With this in mind she strives to provide her clients with a quality massage experience to help elicit the relaxation response & encourage body/mind homeostasis, a “your body knows how…it just needs a re-set” attitude. Bringing 32 years experience providing RMT services to a relaxation based self care practice. Swedish massage, Reflexology, Essential oils, Indian Head massage, Clifton Strengths coaching & Hanna Somatics can all be intertwined to create your unique sessions with Jan.

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Aurora direct bills to most insurers, including MEDAVIE

Aurora has led a very active life so far. Competed in sailing regattas until her mid-20s and played with rugby clubs for nearly a decade. Now with a young family of her own, she enjoys fun, beautiful hikes and yoga. With her understanding of aches and pains from an active life, she always knew she wanted to help other people through touch, education and homecare maintain a happy body and nearly pain-free life.

She began her educational journey at Dalhousie University, completing a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology in 2015. She focused on the ergonomics and biomechanics stream of kinesiology. Working with physiotherapists as a kinesiologist, she decided she wanted to make her own treatment decisions and directly help people in their healing. She continued with a massage therapy diploma at Eastern College in Halifax, N.S. in 2017. With goals for continuing her education, getting experience and learning through touch is very important to her. Shortly after graduation, Aurora enjoyed a vacation where she travelled across the continent, hitting beautiful tourist spots in Canada and the U.S., and returned refreshed to start work at a multidisciplinary clinic as an RMT. During her employment, she also volunteered at various events and brought sports massage to running marathons and tai kwon do tournaments.

Aurora uses a full body approach to wellness. She uses a combination of postural and orthopedic assessments, myofascial release, passive and/or active stretching, trigger point therapy, Swedish massage, joint mobilizations, deep tissue, and craniosacral massage. She encourages each client to speak up if something hurts or doesn’t feel right. Aurora arrived in the Comox valley in autumn 2019 from Nova Scotia with her partner and child and is looking forward to helping as much as she can.

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Melissa has a passion for the outdoors and all things mind and body related. A graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy 3000 hour program in New Westminster and Registered since 2007.

Melissa has an enthusiasm and proven track record for success in helping to relieve pain and restoring proper function and mobility to all areas of the body, especially the lower back, hips, shoulders and neck. Employing a wide variety of therapeutic and relaxation techniques including fascial deep tissue and trigger point release, Melissa has just taken Cranio sacral level 1 and is excited to begin incorporating these beautiful and powerful techniques into her treatments and continuing education.

Melissa considers the personal bond with her patients to be highest honor of our profession and is planning on pursuing the healing touch practitioner program to further her ability to help and support her patients in not only their physical but also their mental emotional and spiritual well-being.

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Willie direct bills to most insurers, including MEDAVIE & ICBC

Through training, coaching and participating in endurance events Willie became fascinated by the human body and how to best achieve health and wellness.

In 2016 he graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria, BC

Willie is very passionate about his profession. Assessment and home care play an important role in each session to give his client the best possible help depending on their needs and goals.

His expertise encompasses a range of Evidence Based Massage modalities such as: Soft Tissue and Joint Mobilization, Deep Tissue Massage, or relaxing Swedish Massage tailored to give help whether you are seeking relaxation, pain relief or injury recovery.

Willie is a practitioner of Graston Therapy.

In addition to his passion of massage therapy Willie is enjoying an active and healthy lifestyle. He likes to participate in a variety of sports such as trail running, hiking, kayaking, mountain biking and skiing.

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Please note we CANNOT direct bill to insurance for Helen.

Helen is a student massage therapist, currently halfway through her diploma for Registered Massage Therapy. She is due to graduate October 2024.

Her learning journey thus far has been rewarding, challenging and inspiring. She is constantly in awe of what our bodies and minds are capable of and how strong we all truly are.

Growing up on Vancouver Island, she spent many of her years in Victoria and much of her 20s in Ucluelet and Tofino.

In Victoria, Helen owned an import food business for several years and then realized it was time for a change. She felt the call to be of service to others and wanted to find something that fit for her lifestyle. Yoga teacher training in Nicaragua came next, followed by a move to the Comox Valley where she embarked on training to become a massage therapist.

Helen is happiest when moving actively outside and interacting with others. You can find her doing outdoor workouts with a friend followed by cold river dips and coffee, on a regular basis.

She enjoys paddleboarding, mountain biking, boxing, snowboarding, forest walks and hanging out with her two kids. She is also a big fan of getting regular massages!

Helen’s current offering is Relaxation Massage appointments incorporating her new skills with a warm and inviting energy and flow. She is trained in client centred care and looks forward to working with you.

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Julia has a passion for an active lifestyle, keeping herself busy with kayaking, hiking, kickboxing, enjoying nature and camping. She knows that with an active lifestyle comes along soreness and possible injuries and offers a number of different techniques to help maintain and regain a healthy body.

Movement is an important tool in Julia’s practice and homecare and she strongly believes in the “move it or lose it” theory. Julia is passionate about the care she provides for her patients and what they present with.

She is determined to create the best treatment plan possible for them in order to assist them through their healing. You can expect a mindful, calm and healing environment while working with Julia, addressing issues from injury, soreness, pain and illness to pregnancy and simply relaxing.

Julia spent time studying at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria and after graduating and successfully becoming registered, she has returned to her home town of Comox. Having had both parents working in the medical field, an interest in anatomy and physiology comes naturally to her. Working with seniors at a young age taught her the importance of caring and compassion and she strives to carry that through her every day life.

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Alisa direct bills to most insurers, including MEDAVIE.

// Alisa has been practicing Massage Therapy since 2005 after completing her training at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria. After graduating she moved to Parksville where she practiced for 5 years before moving to the Comox Valley in 2009.

Alisa provides massage therapy treatments that empowers patients to achieve their unique health and wellness goals, and sees massage therapy as a part of achieving better health along with maintaining good daily habits to support overall well being. She treats any areas of concern as well as the areas that may be leading to the pain, discomfort or dysfunction.

Alisa looks at a person wholistically, which is very important in determining the cause to many ailments. She incorporates a variety of techniques into a treatment based on each patients needs, whether it be stress relief, relaxation, resorting function, gaining mobility or decreasing pain or a combination of ailments. Alisa provides compassionate guidance and positive support in creating a treatment and health care plan with her patients.

Alisa has a passion for learning. She has participated in a variety of courses and seminars through her career keeping her knowledge up to date which enables her to provide the most effective treatment and current information she can for and with patients.

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Please note that Randi is currently on maternity leave.

Randi is a graduate of WCCMT, New Westminster’s 3000 hr program and has been a practicing RMT since 2008.

Randi has experience working with many different cases including: * Headaches Post exercise soreness (DOMS) Pregnancy Occupational injuries Motor Vehicle Injuries Relaxation

She uses a variety of techniques in her treatments based on the individual needs of each patient. She also provides home care instructions such as stretches and exercises as needed to enable patients to continue working on feeling better at home.

Having been raised in the Kootenays Randi loves to be outside snowboarding, mountain biking, hiking, camping, paddleboarding, or relaxing with a book. Until her recent move to the Comox Valley Randi had been practicing Massage Therapy in the Lower Mainland most of the year and spending her winters working in the Koootenays. She is excited to take advantage of all of the new adventures Vancouver Island has to offer

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In 2007 Sydney began her career in massage therapy at the Maui School of Therapeutic Massage in Makawao, Hawaii. She worked in various resorts and spas until 2011 when she decided to further her education and began a 2200 hour Remedial Massage Therapy program in Calgary AB. She is now registered with the College of Massage Therapists of BC after challenging the board exams in September of 2015.

Sydney’s work involves a blend of clinical and relaxation techniques, depending on the needs and wants of each client. She believes in the importance of using evidence-based practice to achieve results as well as in the benefits of reducing stress throughout the body. She is trained in swedish, myofascial techniques, deep tissue, trigger point therapy and hot stone massage. All RMT’s are trained to provide clients with appropriate home care including stretching and strengthening exercises.

Sydney is passionate about providing her clients with the tools they need to take charge of their health.Whether your needs are to reduce pain, address postural imbalances, or to simply take some time out, she will help you achieve your wellness goals in a supportive, calming environment.

Sydney has spent the last several years living in Nelson B.C. She is very excited to be back on Vancouver Island which was her childhood home, and to serve the residents of the Comox Valley.

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Katie looks forward to assisting the community with over 25 years of training and experience in the healing arts.

During this time she has been trained as a Registered Massage Therapist, Certified Yoga Teacher, Somatics Coach, Ayurvedic Bodyworker, Chartered Herbalist & Healing Touch Practitioner. As a life long learner with an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, she continues to study and train around the world. She is currently training in business administration.

All sessions are tailored to the individual using years of clinical training and intuition. Katie seeks out the root problem and using a variety of techniques and modalities offers solutions to correct long standing issues. Having experienced chronic neck pain for over 20 years, Katie has a deep and compassionate understanding for those that are affected by pain.

Katie understands the importance of body awareness and habitual patterns are essential to overcome self limiting situations. Using somatic movements, muscle energy techniques, neuromuscular techniques, trigger point therapy, hydrotherapy, herbal oils, therapeutic massage, breath work and healing touch, Katie helps people manage acute and chronic pain.

If you are looking to relax and rejuvenate, Katie will help you do that! Using various methods, she will give you the opportunity to reset your nervous system.

Katie is the founder and owner of Courtenay Massage Therapy. She is honored to be the Comox Valley 2018 Record People’s Choice Winner & 2022/2020/2019/2015 Runner Up.

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