Taylor graduated from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy (OVCMT) in November of 2021 and passed her registration board exams through CMTBC in May of 2022. Taylor grew up in the East Kootenay’s where she played many sports such as gymnastics, soccer, volleyball and cross country running. She was lead to Massage Therapy as a part of her rehabilitation journey after suffering from a sports related ACL injury. After receiving several treatments provided by her local RMT she was able to continue to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. Taylor knew from a young age that she wanted to work in a health profession where she would truly be helping others to live as their healthiest and happiest self. She has a passion for manual lymphatic drainage, sports rehabilitation massage as well as prenatal and postnatal massage. Taylor is eager to develop an amazing client base and to expand her knowledge in her new profession as a Registered Massage Therapist. Taylor can not wait to start her new chapter in the beautiful city of Kelowna.

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Sian graduated from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2017 before moving to the Okanagan for the warmth and vineyards. She always knew a desk job wasn’t for her, and it was through playing sports, dance and practicing yoga that she came to understand the connection between a healthy body and a happy life. Massage Therapy was an intuitive choice as a career. Ever the student, her passion is to constantly learn and share with others to empower them to take control of their own health journey.

Sian’s favourite thing about massage is the care she can give to one person at one time. Once inside the clinic room, the sole focus is on the client and that dedicated time is uninterrupted. It’s such a refreshing change from our over-stimulated lives! She believes everyone can benefit from massage and works with all types of clients through a range of issues. Whether it be injury rehabilitation or a postural imbalance, pre or postpartum or a struggle with mental health, her goal is to provide a safe, healing space for everyone. Sian’s only request is that you come ready to embrace positive change, however that looks for you.

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Laura recently graduated from OVCMT and will be writing the board exams in September and early October. In the meantime, she is offering relaxation massages as she await the results.

Originally from Ottawa, Ontario, Laura moved to Nova Scotia, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology with a specialization in Athletic Therapy from Acadia University. Laura’s experience in athletic therapy deepened her interest in manual therapy, inspiring her to pursue a career in massage therapy here in BC. She drawn to this field because it allows her to help others while continuously learning and growing in her practice.

Laura has a particular passion for working with athletes, pediatric clients, and those with neurological conditions, and is excited to bring this expertise to her practice. Laura can’t wait to begin this journey with you and look forward to meeting you all very soon!

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Mellen is Canada’s highest certified female snowboard instructor, and has worked in both northern and southern hemisphere winters. Mellen has been an RMT since 2012, working as a RMT between winters and has taught physiology at a massage college. Mellen moved to the Okanagan in 2004, first to Silver Star and then to Big White. Over 22 years as a professional snowboard instructor, as well as a recreational Ironman triathlete she find the best outcomes in healing, injury prevention, pain management and general well being come from a pre-habilitation and rehabilitation routine that includes massage therapy.

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Jenny is a graduate of the Kelowna location of Vancouver Career College. She is passionate about the benefits of massage for mind and body and strives to ensure each treatment is tailored to the individual goals of her clients. Jenny believes in a holistic approach to health and wellness which makes massage therapy a perfect fit for her.

Jenny is proud to be born and raised in Kelowna and enjoys all the Okanagan has to offer including hiking, skiing and running. After suffering a severe injury during a car accident while training for Ironman in 2005, she enlisted the help of a massage therapist. Not only did she meet her goal of completing the race, she developed a lifelong love of massage therapy. Since then she has been a strong advocate for the benefits of massage therapy which include preventing and treating injuries along with reducing pain and stress to name a few. She feels almost everyone can benefit from massage therapy and enjoys educating her patients on how they can get the most out of each session.

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Jordan graduated and earned her Registered Massage Therapy Diploma from the 3-year Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy program in 2014. She has since been working as an RMT in Kelowna. Jordan chose to pursue massage therapy because of her love for helping others, and because she is a believer in its holistic approach to healing. She also believes in the positive role that massage therapy can provide for both our physical and mental health.

People often see Jordan for treatment of chronic pain, postural dysfunction, headaches, muscle tension, whiplash, stress, anxiety, and depression. Jordan is also passionate about prenatal and postnatal massage. She is experienced with helping women remain healthy, pain free and stress free during their pregnancies and postpartum.

Apart from massage therapy, Jordan loves spending time outdoors in the Okanagan with her fiancé, family, and pup. Some of her hobbies include hiking, camping and gardening. Jordan looks forward to helping her clients live a healthier and more pain free life.

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Kara was born and raised in the Lake Country, BC, where she grew up with a passion for adventure and the great outdoors. Growing up, Kara was always an avid athlete and played competitive sports. When not working or studying, she spent her time travelling, snowboarding, hiking, and spending time with friends and family. Kara believes that staying happy, healthy, and active is the key to achieving holistic well being and she’s excited to help others do the same.

Kara graduated from Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2022 and is currently a student of Osteopathy through the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada and is excited to incorporate her new skill set into her practice. Kara believes the body has an innate ability to self-heal, and allows this philosophy to guide her practice. Using a holistic approach, Kara uses a blend of gentle yet effective techniques as well as targeted deep tissue work to restore the body to full form and function. Working with muscle, bone, and joint mechanics, her treatments are focused on restoring physiological relationships with respect to the nervous system. She incorporates Muscle Energy Techniques, Myofascial remodeling, Visceral Manipulation, Craniosacral Therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy as well as General Swedish Massage to treat patients of all ages and in all stages of life.

Ready to start your journey to wellness? Let Kara be your guide! Book an appointment today and experience the therapeutic touch Kara has to offer.

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Dr. Paula Landgraf Degelman holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Anatomy and a Doctorate of Chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University. She has pursued advanced training in a range of specialized areas, including chiropractic care, cold laser therapy, (BioFlex therapy) nutritional counseling, peptide counselling, meditation, breathing techniques, and trauma therapy.

With over two decades of experience practicing in Saskatchewan, Dr. Landgraf Degelman eventually moved to the sunny Okanagan, where she initially planned to retire. However, her passion for patient care and making a difference in people’s lives brought her out of retirement. She strongly believes in a holistic approach to wellness, focusing on the entire body and mind.

Dr. Landgraf Degelman is enthusiastic about collaborating with Landmark Wellness to provide a balanced and integrative approach to healthcare, and she is eager to continue enhancing the lives of those she meets.

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Dr. Haile Michaelson, ND holds a bachelors degree in Human Nutrition and Psychology from McGill University, and a Naturopathic Doctorate from The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (BINM). She has done advanced training in Intravenous Vitamin Infusions, Chelation, Acupuncture, Toxic metal chelation, Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy, BC Prescription Licensing, Hypnotherapy, Lactation Consulting, Brain Chemistry Balance and Concussion Recovery.

Her experience as an ND spans 13 years, and her practice focuses on mental health, brain chemistry balance and hormone support. She has pioneered integrative treatment protocols for anorexia, bulimia, disordered eating, depression and anxiety, and has worked adjunctively with recovery centres, and therapists internationally. Dr. Haile has an incredible set of tools and trainings and unique ways of integrating modalities for recovery and healing. She is a hands-on healer and offers fusion bodywork sessions, which incorporate Bodytalk, massage, heat, cupping, acupuncture, NMT, TBM, NET, reiki, and topical botanicals. Dr. Haile is also a meditation teacher, yoga teacher, clinical hypnotherapist and retreat leader. She is a healer and a doctor and believes that the intersection of science and spirituality is the future of integrative medicine.

Dr. Haile’s patients often arrive here searching for a deeper and more effective way to heal. Dr. Haile is incredibly talented at finding the root causes of imbalance and then guiding patients into an accelerated process of healing. Feel free to book a free 15minute consult with Dr. Haile to explore working together.

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Alisa (she/her) graduated from Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in November 2022 and became registered with CMTBC in May 2023.

Alisa likes to think that in a past or alternate life she ran away with the circus. She loves everything from aerial performances to contortion and handstands. This is one reason she decided to pursue massage therapy –to learn more about how our incredible bodies work and how to keep them healthy and functional!

Alisa believes that massage therapy can be a powerful tool to help prevent injuries as well as rehabilitate them. She also believes that mental and physical health are equally important and that massage can be beneficial for both. Whatever your health goals are, Alisa wants to help you achieve them!

Alisa likes to use a variety of techniques within her treatments, including Swedish massage, myofascial release, pin and stretch, and neuromuscular techniques. She looks forward to expanding her knowledge within the massage therapy field to ensure she is the best therapist she can be.

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Ben graduated from Vancouver Career College at the Kelowna location in 2018 and passed his registration board exams through the CMTBC in 2022. From a young age Ben has lived an active lifestyle, being involved in numerous sports and making the most out of the beautiful Okanagan valley through backpacking and snowboarding. After receiving several sports related injuries Ben quickly realized how beneficial massage could be, both for injury prevention and recovery.

As an RMT, Ben is passionate about working on sports related injuries, treating discomfort and posture imbalances from long days at a desk, and providing clients with the knowledge needed to be an active participant in their own recovery. Coupling an effective treatment plan with a positive relaxing environment is Ben’s top priority.

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Falko holds a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine including extensive training in acupuncture, herbal medicine, qi gong, food therapy, and other healing modalities. He is also a certified acupuncture detox specialist with the National Acupuncture Detox Association for the treatment of substance abuse. With over 20 years of experience in martial arts, Falko also founded Tiger Claw Kung Fu and Tai Chi in Kelowna to teach and empower others to be their best.

He has experience with a wide variety of health conditions such as pain management, sports injuries, chronic fatigue, insomnia, women’s health, digestive health, cardiovascular disease, auto-immune, and neurological conditions. He also has a special interest in restoring mental health, especially in those suffering from depression, anxiety, and addiction. Falkos goal is to integrate mind, body, and spirit through holistic life changes and treatment in order to cultivate wellness and optimal health.

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Alicia is a Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist. She graduated from the Body Intelligence Program in 2022 and is now a practicing therapist registered with the Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy Association of North America.

Her childhood was spent in Ottawa with dreams centered around becoming a doctor in some faraway land. She was deeply fascinated with how the body worked and found early, her aptitude to help people learn about how our incredible bodies work. Alicia did get to live in that faraway land, running a social enterprise business in SE Asia for over 10 years.

When she returned to Canada, Alicia embarked on a healing journey, focusing on blending meditation and anatomy. It was this journey of discovery that led her to further study the area of Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy. Alicia appreciates and acknowledges the requirements of this type of therapy to address the whole being in its physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual capacities. She has also had great success working with children and has come to realize the great potential this therapy has in children.

Alicia’s passions are diverse and include more than just the umbrella of therapy such as the role of soil in health and regenerative farming, modern homesteading, human trauma resolution techniques and meditation for physical and emotional health.

When she is not in the clinic you will find Alicia at least waist deep in any one of the Okanagan lakes with her family, nose deep in a never-ending pile of books, or elbows deep in the soil gardening.

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Rachel has been practicing Massage Therapy for over 25 years. She graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Vancouver before moving to Kelowna to begin her journey as an RMT, while enjoying the abundant recreation the Okanagan offers in all four seasons. Her passion for the healing arts began at a young age and has grown over the years as she is continually inspired by the body’s complexity and it’s innate ability to heal with proper guidance and facilitation. Her work synthesizes traditional and modern treatment techniques with a thorough understanding of the structure and function of the body. A treatment with Rachel may incorporate modalities such as deep tissue massage, myofascial remodeling, Swedish massage, trigger point therapy, stretching and Muscle Energy Techniques, blending skill with intuition to achieve thorough, effective results while working within each person’s comfort level.

During the pandemic, Rachel stepped back from her practice and enrolled in a 14- month Manual Osteopathic Therapy program to delve a little deeper beyond the musculoskeletal system. This training has enhanced her skills as an RMT, as well as provided more ‘tools’ to explore the other systems of the body, such as the nervous system, the lymphatic/circulatory system, and the organs. Her focus is to efficiently find the root cause of dysfunction and arising compensations using a variety of techniques to provide the most effective treatment tailored specifically for each individual.

Rachel is a compassionate therapist who understands that life can become unbalanced in today’s fast-paced environment. Whether it be an acute injury, chronic pain, or stress-overload, it is essential to slow down and give your body the space to heal, let your mind have a moment to unwind. Rachel strongly believes that incorporating manual therapy into your healthcare can help lead to a more balanced state of wellbeing, and she looks forward to connecting with you.

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