Courtney Nickerson, Owner, RMT
Education: ICT Northumberland College, 2006
Association: Massage Therapist Association of Nova Scotia
Treatment style: Focused therapeutic approach using deep pressure, myofascial and active release techniques as well as trigger point and scar tissue release
Special interests: Athletic injuries, postural alignment, neck, shoulder & TMJ pain and dysfunction
Additional training & Certificates:
- Deep Myofascial Release
- Myofascial Cupping
- Head Massage
- Thai Yoga Massage
External interests: Golf, hiking, travel, boating, health & wellness research, professional mentoring & career development assistance
Awards:
- Best Massage Therapist - Gold, 2016. The Coast, Best of Halifax
- Best Massage Therapist - Gold, 2015. The Coast, Best of Halifax
- Best Massage Therapist - Silver, 2014. The Coast, Best of Halifax
“Through massage therapy treatments, education, stretching and strengthening, I believe we can work together towards a common goal of achieving optimal health.”
Marie Christianson, B.Comm, RMT
Education: Saint Marys University, 2010. ICT Northumberland College, 2012. Collège d'Études Ostéopathiques, 2022.
Association: Massage Therapist Association of Nova Scotia
Treatment style: Therapeutic, sports massage using deep pressure, cupping and myofascial and trigger point release techniques
Special interests: Whiplash, headaches, TMJ dysfunction, low back & hip tension, SI joint dysfunction, overuse injuries, tendonitis, plantar fascitis & constipation.
Additional training & Certificates:
- Deep Myofascial Release
- Myofascial Cupping
- Head Massage
- Thai Yoga Massage
- Yogassage
- Kinesio taping
- Pre & Post Natal Massage
- Suikodo
- Yoga teacher training
- Pre & Post Natal yoga
External interests: Curling, yoga, golf, hiking & travel
Elizabeth Martin, RMT
Education: Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, Toronto, 2014. Aromatica Center for Natural Therapies and Holistic Study, 2012
Association: Massage Therapist Association of Nova Scotia
Treatment Style: Relaxing therapeutic approach using moderate to deep pressure, myofascial and trigger point release techniques as well as cupping and reflexology
Special interests: Pregnancy massage, headaches, lower back and hip pain as well as postural alignment
Additional training & Certificates:
- Pre & Post Natal Massage
- Reflexology
- Myofascial Cupping
- Acupressure
- Aromatherapy
External interests: Yoga, hiking, snowboarding, travel, art
Courtney Brewer, RMT
Education: Eastern College, 2017 Honours
Association: Massage Therapist Association of Nova Scotia
Treatment Style: Focused therapeutic approach using moderate to deep pressure, myofascial and trigger point release techniques as well as joint mobilization
Special interests: Lower back, legs, TMJ pain & dysfunction as well as postural alignment & Nervous system conditions
Additional training & Certificates:
- Jade Stone Massage
External interests: Hiking with her dog, travelling with friends and trivia
Rachel Johns, RMT
Education: ICT Northumberland College, 2017
Association: Massage Therapist Association of Nova Scotia
Treatment Style: Therapeutic, sports massage using deep pressure, myofascial and trigger point release techniques as well as active and passive stretching
Special interests: Headaches, back and neck pain and diaphragm release
Additional training & Certificates:
- Sports Massage
External interests: Basketball, training, sports events
Caylee d'Entremont, RMT
Education: Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy, 2017
Association: Massage Therapist Association of Nova Scotia
Treatment Style: Therapeutic. Moderate to deep pressure
Special interests: Athletic injury prevention & rehabilitation and postural alignment
Additional training & Certificates:
- Cupping Massage
External interests: Hockey, soccer, softball, running, swimming and painting
Dr. D’Arcy Stonehouse, BKIN, DC
D’Arcy completed a Bachelors degree of Kinesiology at Acadia University and then achieved her Doctorate of Chiropractic from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. Dr. Stonehouse is a professional member of the Canadian Chiropractic Association and the Nova Scotia College of Chiropractors.
Her athletic background in equestrian, yoga and weight training, combines with her passion for helping her patients achieve their health potential. Her expertise is enhanced by training and certification in pregnancy and pediatrics.
As a volunteer, D’Arcy has contributed her chiropractic services to the special olympics and humanitarian outreach efforts in developing countries.
Dr. Erin Balodis, MSC, ND
Dr. Erin Balodis attended the University of Guelph where she completed both a Bachelor of Science with a major in Bio-medical Science, and a Masters of Science in the Human Health and Nutrition department. She then attended the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto, Ontario, one of the only two schools in Canada where Naturopathic medicine is taught. She completed the four year, rigorous program, including a one year internship working at the largest Naturopathic clinic in North America.
As a general practitioner and with a solid background in functional foods and nutraceuticals, nutrition, using both diet and supplementation, is a major portion of Erin’s treatment plans. She also has a keen interest in Botanical medicine as well as Asian medicine.
Jillian Cluett, BScKin, MScPT
Jillian Cluett (BScKin, MScPT), graduated from Dalhousie University with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy and an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from the University of New Brunswick. Jillian combines the clinical therapeutic benefits of physiotherapy with clinical Stott Pilates, empowering clients to achieve healthy bodies that rebalances quickly and effortlessly from the multiple stressors of everyday life.
Jillian has practiced as an Orthopaedic Physiotherapist in both public and private practice including Acadia University’s Sports Therapy Clinic and Valley Regional Hospital. With over 7 years of clinical experience, Jillian's treatment philosophy centres on the bodies innate ability to heal itself and her work is focused on finding and treating the root cause of pain and dysfunction. She combines the best of traditional physiotherapy with the principles and techniques of Stott Pilates in order to promote health and wellness through manual therapy, education, and exercise.
Therapist Qualifications
- MScPT Physiotherapy, Dalhousie (2010)
- BScKin Kinesiology, UNB (2006)
- Certified Mat Intensive Stott Pilates Instructor (2014)
- Member Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists
Maggie Sparling, MScPT
Maggie Sparling (MPT), graduated in 2013 from Western University with a Masters in Physiotherapy. Maggie takes an active, exercise-based approach to physiotherapy. With four years of experience working as a personal trainer, and over a decade of experience in the strength training world, she integrates her passion for fitness into her practice in a way that is empowering for her clients. With treatment sessions lasting double profession standards, and exclusive one-on-one care, Maggie is able to take a full body, whole person approach to therapy. She believes in addressing posture and mechanics, as well as teaching her clients preventative self-maintenance to create lifelong change.
Maggie believes in the value of physiotherapy not only after injury has occurred, but also as a preventative way to make healthy bodies even more resilient. She uses no passive modalities in her practice, instead focusing on movement, strength, and mobility. Having gained additional certifications in manual therapy, craniosacral therapy and acupuncture, Maggie enjoys integrating different types of manual therapy into her practice.
Therapist Qualifications
- Masters of Physical Therapy, Western University (2013)
- Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, Memorial University of Newfoundland (2008)
- AFCI: Foundation of anatomical acupuncture certification (2014)
- Craniosacral therapy 1 certification from Upledger Institute (2015)
- Manual therapy level 1
Jessica Roy, P.Dt
Education: Saint Mary’s University. Mount Saint Vincent University
Association: Nova Scotia Dietetic Association (NSDA), Dietitians of Canada
Special interests: Weight management
Certificates & Additional training:
- Counselling for behaviour change
- Critical care nutrition
- Dysphagia management
- Population/ public health needs assessment
- Professional dietitian license
External interests: Training & competing with CrossFit. Volunteering with dietetic groups such as the continuing competency program committee