A passion for health and wellness led me down the paths of both kinesiology & osteopathy. 

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I studied kinesiology at the University of Windsor and was fortunate to be accepted into their co-op program where I had many hands-on learning experiences during clinical placements in various rehabilitation centres across Ontario.  I graduated the 4 2/3 year program with honours, with a major in Movement Science.  After more than 10 years of amazing experiences helping people recover from many conditions, I decided to fulfill my inner geek and return to school.  After completing the accelerated Diploma in Manual Osteopathy for health care professionals, I wanted to dive deeper into this fascinating field and enrolled in the Doctor of Osteopathy (Euro) program.  These full-time programs allowed me to meet the World Health Organization's requirement of 1000 hours of practical experience.  I completed my thesis on the Sacroiliac Joint - arguably the most common site of back pain.

I believe having a thorough understanding of the many aspects of dysfunction or pain helps me to best help my patients.  My repertoire of continuing education includes:

Advanced Cranial Osteopathy

Concussion/ Post Concussion

Visceral (Organs) Manipulation

Lymphatic Restoration Therapy, Cranial Lympathac Balancing

Neurostim Therapy (acupuncture with microcurrent)

Scar Release Therapy

Photobiomodulation ~ Low Level Laser Therapy

 

 My ambitions also led me to complete:

200-hour Yoga Teacher Certification

Health Coach Certification (American Council on Exercise).  

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After seeing the incredible ability of the BioFlex Laser to accelerate healing and reduce or even eliminate pain, I decided to add this to my practice. I am a Certified Laser Therapist with Master Class and also a Certified Neurostim/ MPS Therapy Clinician.  This incredible tool combines the ancient science of acupuncture with modern technology, and I've seen it stop pain in it's tracks.

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In my practice, I combine my knowledge of anatomy and function to encourage the body to self-regulate. Finding a balance point will allow the body to function optimally. This is where the body is equipped to heal. Ending pain is a top priority, which is why I’ve put so much time and effort into advancing my education, practice and techniques.

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I am a proud member of:

Osteopathy Chronic Pain Clinics of Canada

College of Registered Manual Osteopaths

College of Osteopathic Manual Practitioners of Ontario

College of Canadian Osteopaths

National Osteopathic Practitioners Association

National Canadian Association of Alternative Medicine

College of Kinesiologists of Ontario

Ontario Kinesiology Association

International Association of Healthcare Practitioners

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