Kelty graduated from the 3000 hour program at Vancouver College of Massage Therapy and has over 15 years of experience practicing as an RMT. Her treatments are therapeutic and relaxing, utilizing slow and soothing techniques. She uses a multitude of massage techniques in her treatments including deep tissue massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy and Swedish massage. She has always expressed a special interest in the health profession and enjoys helping others achieve better health. She is excited to be part of the Garibaldi Active Wellness Team and looks forward to applying her skills and knowledge in her massage therapy treatments.

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Ccerlii Chow, Registered Acupuncturist, has over 15 years of clinical experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture (TCM). She has a lifelong passion for health, fitness and alternative medicine. Inspired by mentors and her own health journey, she excels in Traditional Chinese Medicine, focusing on the integrative biomechanics of body and mind. Her practice involves treating complex internal disorders, musculoskeletal conditions, work and sports injuries, cancer therapy support, stress management and women’s health, including hormonal irregularities, menopause, fertility, and prenatal care. Ccerlii offers personalized treatments using TCM principles, including Traditional Chinese and Japanese Acupuncture, Cupping, Neurologic Dry Needling (INMAS), and Tuina-Shiatsu Massage. Her holistic approach ensures a pathway to complete well-being tailored to individual needs.

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Teri-Rose graduated from VCMT in 2018 and previously studied Health Sciences and Kinesiology in Nova Scotia.

Teri-Rose has a keen interest in learning about the human body and believes an integrated approach to injury prevention, rehabilitation and maintenance is the most effective way to help you perform and feel your best. She has experience working with youth to elite sport, chronic pain management, postural imbalances and more. She uses various massage techniques including deep tissue massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy and Swedish massage. Teri is excited to join the team at Garibaldi Active Wellness and help you achieve your health goals!

Teri-Rose is available Mondays and Wednesdays!

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Alexandra completed her Phd and Masters of Physiotherapy at Western University. She has an extensive sporting background both professionally and personally. During her undergraduate degree she was captain of the varsity soccer team. In addition to physiotherapy, Alex is an instructor at Langara College.

Alex has extensive experience in sport-related concussion, with over ten peer reviewed publications. She also worked in collaboration with the Ontario Soccer Association to reduce injury in soccer, and has presented at numerous national and international conference proceedings for her work in sport-related concussion. She has completed her certification in Dry Needling, Level 1 and Level 2 (Lower) manual therapy courses through the Canadian Orthopedic Division. She has taken post graduate courses/training in concussion, vestibular rehabilitation, soft tissue work and prevention in running injuries and running assessment.

Alex is passionate about helping clients of all ages and abilities to achieve their goals. Her treatments combine a comprehensive approach to recovery through manual therapy, education and specific exercises. Alex is committed to her clients as well as understanding the underpinnings of their injury to help them regain function, and reduce chance of re injury.

When she is not in the clinic, Alex is often exploring the back country with her dog Ashlu, training for another ultramarathon, or dabbling in mountain biking.

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Originally from Waterloo, ON, Dr. Charlene completed her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education in her hometown prior to attending New York Chiropractic College. Following graduation she moved to the lower mainland and spent 8 years in a family practice in Maple Ridge before she and her husband decided to relocate to Squamish as they spent almost every weekend here and realized life would just be better living here full time!

Dr. Charlene loves to care for the whole family and has received hundreds of hours of extra training to obtain extra certification through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) in order to enhance her skills in caring for pregnant and pediatric patients. She has taken care of patients from less than a week old, those well into their 90’s and everyone in between. She’s highly energetic and loves to help people improve their health, achieve their goals and live their best lives!

Outside of the office she can be found hiking, climbing, snowboarding, ski touring, trail running and just generally enjoying the outdoors.

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Jon Israelson is a graduate from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapists in December of 2014. Growing up in Jasper AB, Jon started competing in freestyle skiing at an early age. This translated into Halfpipe and Big Mountain skiing, competing on the world tour and traveling all over North America. Doing so, Jon is no stranger to injury and has a great passion for resolving pain and dysfunction with a variety of modalities. Taking a full body, systemic approach to his practice, while combining the efforts of both the patient and therapist, allows for an optimum environment to resolve musculoskeletal, circulatory, nervous tissue and joint pathologies. His devotion and dedication to health and fitness go beyond the clinic, as he enjoys spending his free time weight training, mountain biking, golfing, climbing, hiking and fishing. He also enjoys reading and trying out new cooking recipes with friends. Jon is excited to be a part of the Garibaldi Active Wellness team, where he is part of a well rounded group of like minded therapists focused on providing the best possible holistic care and experience for there clients. Jon is registered with the College of Massage Therapy of British Columbia and is an active member in good standing with the Massage Therapy Association of British Columbia.

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Natalie graduated from the 3000 hour program at Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2013 after completing a four year bachelor’s degree in dance at the University of Calgary. In 2015 Natalie completed her 200 hour Vinyasa yoga teacher training. She is constantly furthering her knowledge through hands on practice and continuing education courses in both yoga and massage therapy. Natalie is knowledgable in the treatment of whiplash, respiratory and thoracic imbalances, sports/dance injury, pre and post natal related pain, and post cesarean treatment. Her treatments include myofascial manipulation, muscle energy techniques, neuromuscular and trigger point therapy. Natalie focus on the underlying problem to restore the body to its balanced functioning state. She is passionate about educating her patients on their bodies and providing at home exercises so they can continue the healing process outside of the treatment room, and prevent further injury. Dance and yoga continue to be a passion of hers. She loves the exploration of the human body in motion, its relation to expression, art and science. This has influenced how she works, and continues to grow as a therapist. When Natalie is not at the clinic she can be found at the yoga, pilates or dance studio, and backpacking, hiking, and snowshoeing the trails of Squamish and Whistler with her family.

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Jennifer has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2005 specializing in sport massage and is also an ART provider. Jen uses a variety of techniques in her practice and is known for her deep tissue massage approach. During her career she has worked with various athletes including members of the NHL, Canadian National women/men’s rugby teams, professional/world champion rock climbers, power lifters,

BMX/Downhill/Cross Country Mountain bikers, triathletes, downhill skiers and many more. Jennifer has also worked extensively with those living with neurological conditions, pre/post-natal, acute/chronic injuries, pre/post-surgery and terminally ill patients. Jennifer is also a personal trainer, conditioning coach, functional movement specialist and nutrition coach.

Jennifer brings something unique to her practice, as a former police officer of 15 years she has first-hand experience and deep understanding as to what shift work, critical instances and other field stresses bring to the body and mind.

Outside of Jennifer’s professions, she loves being active, outdoors and traveling the world. Living in Squamish, BC Jen juggles her hobbies including mountain biking, rock climbing, skiing, SCUBA diving, surfing, mountaineering, triathlon, powerlifting, CrossFit, paddle boarding, improv comedy and playing the piano badly. Jen also dedicates her time to the Squamish Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue and is a Aircraft Rescue Firefighter.

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Kim has over 20 years experience doing a variety of therapeutic massage modalities as a body worker in various spa’s around the world with a majority of time spent on BC’s West Coast. In 2018 she returned to school and graduated with Honours from MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy and obtained her Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) designation with the College of Massage Therapists of BC. Kim has completed several levels of Cranio-Sacral Therapy training with Upledger Institute and has taken courses in Cranial Fascial Techniques, Biodynamic Myofascial Mobilization, TMJD Techniques and is currently studying the European Style of Manual Osteopathy in Vancouver.

She uses an osteopathic and whole-body approach in her massage therapy treatments and blends a variety of gentle non-invasive therapeutic techniques that work on a deep fascial level into her treatments and uses the least amount of force needed to obtain tissue change. Some of the techniques include: Myofascial Release, Biodynamic Myofascial Mobilization, Cranial Sacral & Fascial Therapy, Joint Mobilizations, Trigger Point Therapy, Muscle Energy Technique and Intra-oral TMJ techniques.

Kim is passionate about assessing each clients’ individual needs and treating them to assist in achieving greater mobility, decreased pain and to restore balance in their body to contribute to their quality of life and help them get back to doing the activities they love.

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Peter was born and raised in Squamish, BC and his empathetic nature led him to the field of massage therapy. He graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2012 and has over ten years of experience. Peter takes time with each of his clients to create a customized treatment plan that helps them set and achieve their goals. His treatment style includes a mix of deep tissue techniques and gentle therapeutic approaches. Outside of the clinic, Peter leads an active lifestyle that fuels his approach to wellness. He is an avid dirt biker, fisherman, hiker and skier. These passions not only contribute to Peter’s understanding of physical endurance and recovery but also influences his practice with a genuine appreciation for the healing power of an active life.

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