Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Cheri Saramaga D.Ac, B.Sc.(Ag)

Cheri is a registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncturist (CMAAC). In 1997 she graduated from the University of Manitoba where she then worked twenty years for the Federal Government. Her passion for Traditional Chinese Medicine began in her early thirties while suffering from undiagnosed infertility. With changes in diet and exercise along with acupuncture and herbal medicine, Cheri and her husband were blessed with a beautiful baby girl. This life changing experience motivated her to study in Winnipeg at the Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture College of Manitoba to become an Acupuncturist.

In her late forties, Cheri began to see and feel the effects of aging, further motivating her to focus on the use of TCM and acupuncture to age better and optimize her overall well-being. This holistic approach to health and beauty appealed to Cheri so she took extra training in acupuncture for facial rejuvenation, facial cupping, facial gua sha and microneedling. Cheri has an Advance Certificate in Facial and Cosmetic Acupuncture with Michelle Gellis Lac Mac DiplAc.

Counsellor

Tiffany Blanchard, Counsellor, MA, CCC 

I am Tiffany Blanchard, a Masters in Arts Counselling Psychology graduate and hold a professional membership with the Canadian Professional Counsellors Association. In my current role, I provide brief treatment therapy to individuals dealing with multiple concerns. I can provide therapy preteen, teen, adults and elders using treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural (CBT), Person-Centered, Solution Focused, Strength-Based, Narrative, and Attachment. I have experience in, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, trauma, family conflict, and stress. My treatment approach is Cognitive Behavioural (CBT), Person-Centered, Solution Focused, Strength-Based, Narrative, and Attachment.

My goal in therapy is to be a safe space for you to be heard while working through negative events or thoughts that are creating a road block in moving forward. It is a judgement free space where you are the expert in your own life and I am there as your support. We will explore together what it could look like to manage stress or to be able to cope through difficult times. We often neglect our emotions and stop ourselves from identifying the truth behind our feelings. I will be there to support you through this.

I provide receipts for counselling services. Please contact your benefit provider about reimbursement options. 

Our Massage Therapists

Denise Loewen, RMT

Interested in the body's functions and ability all my life, Denise supported her study and practice by working as an Electrician. Over the years she studied, lived and attained certificates/diplomas in; Reiki, Reflexology, Thai Massage, Yoga and Nutrition.

Upon completion of study at the Massage Therapy College of Manitoba in 2016, Denise also added Registered Advanced Massage Therapist to this list of training.

She's now ready to begin a professional Wellness practice in earnest Denise not only performs massage, she also teaches yoga too!

Arielle Lambert, RMT

Arielle is an RMT and she is passionate about helping people get back to active lifestyles through rehabilitation and remedial exercise. "I love working with clients and not on them," she says. She accomplishes this by educating people about their bodies and setting obtainable goals. Arielle learned the value of athletic therapy through her own active lifestyle. She has competed in numerous events throughout life including her first half marathon by the age of 12 and has been playing rugby since in 10th grade and represent Manitoba three times. Throughout her diverse and comprehensive athletic career, Arielle has contended with injuries from time to time. Fortunately, rehab and remedial exercise has allowed her to continue living an active lifestyle to the fullest.

Dana Kolach, RMT Decongestive therapy and MLD

Dana graduated from Mount Royal College Institute of Massage Therapy in 1998 and the Massage Therapy College of Manitoba in 2002. In 2008 she completed a Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of Manitoba and has completed additional therapeutic training in Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy, Myofascial Cupping and Prenatal

Massage. Over the years Dana has worked in a variety of environments in both Canada and the Caribbean. Having recently returned from managing a spa in the Turks and Caicos, Dana is focused on creating a practice that builds on her broad base of knowledge, training and experience.

Reiki Practitioners

Rosalie Starkell

Be the change you want to see in the world”- Dalai Lama

Rosalie has always had a passion for helping people. It wasn’t until yoga came into her life, that she realized, she could unite her passion for yoga and helping others and became a certified yoga teacher. Completing her 200 hour Sivatantra training at Peg City Yoga, she has also completed her level 3 Reiki training with Leah Schroeder and is a certified Crystal Healer through Divine Clarity with Kristel Kernaghan.

“ Yoga means to unite with the breath. Using this tool that has been given to us from birth, I plan to create a unity between both body and mind.” Rosalie Starkell.

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