Tanya is an intuitive manual therapist who provides an individualized approach to care. She
thrives on blending modern science with eastern philosophies & practices. After her education
at West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2002, Tanya went on to study Reiki, Bio-Energy
Healing & Therapeutic Touch before traveling to Thailand to study Traditional Thai Massage.
She also completed her 200 hr Yoga Teacher Training & 95 hr Yoga for Youth Teacher training
before completing more Thai Yoga Massage courses with Lotus Palm here in Canada. Tanya
was a national-level freestyle skier who went on to become a High Performance competitive ski
coach for 15 years.
She understands that massage therapy is an integral part of injury
prevention & rehabilitation, and overall health. Her treatment style includes myofascial release,
assisted stretching, mindful breathwork, joint mobilizations, Acupressure, Swedish and
relaxation massage.
Tanya is an intuitive manual therapist who provides an individualized approach to care. She
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Dr. Laird is excited to be serving patients at the new location! After growing up in a small town outside of Edmonton, Dr. Laird moved to Portland, Oregon, where she received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 2014. As of 2016, she considers Penticton her home. Dr. Laird loves to work with families, supporting them to be the best they can be—particularly through pregnancy and welcoming new members into the family.
Dr. Laird is excited to be serving patients at the new location! After growing up in a small town...
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Carley grew up in the Lower Mainland and relocated to the Okanagan in the spring of 2020. She developed a passion for anatomy and fitness at a young age. She enjoys being active through yoga, hiking, and training in the gym.
She graduated from Okanagan College of Massage Therapy with honours in July 2023, where she had the privilege to speak on behalf of her class as Valedictorian.
Through her caring and compassionate demeanour, Carley provides a safe space for her patients to heal and reconnect with their bodies.
She looks forward to broadening her skills through continuing education courses throughout her career to provide her patients with the best care possible.
Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, being out in nature, listening to music, cooking, and travelling.
Fun Fact! Carley was a Flight Attendant before switching career paths and has travelled worldwide, visiting over 30 countries!
Carley grew up in the Lower Mainland and relocated to the Okanagan in the spring of 2020. She dev...
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Leslie, a Kamloops native, grew up playing competitive soccer, but now, most of her days are spent chasing after her young kids and 2 Australian Shepherds. As often as they can, Leslie and her family love to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful Okanagan.
Leslie is an experienced physiotherapist with a strong passion for helping people with pelvic health concerns. She believes in the power or knowledge, the possibility of change and the capability to adapt.
Leslie graduated from the University of Alberta in 2008 with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy and relocated to Penticton in 2014. She completed numerous certifications in manual therapy in her early years as a physiotherapist and in 2013, Leslie became certified in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) and trained in Women’s Health and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction. Leslie has followed her passion in women’s and pelvic health completing numerous courses over the years and is certified to treat a variety of concerns including incontinence (leaking urine), pelvic organ prolapse, diastasis recti abdominis (DRA), post-prostatectomy rehabilitation, pelvic pain, and more. For more information about Pelvic Health Physiotherapy please visit www.lesliespohrpt.com .
Leslie, a Kamloops native, grew up playing competitive soccer, but now, most of her days are spen...
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Calista graduated from First College in Kelowna in December 2022. She is not registered yet but is awaiting to take her Board Exams in September of 2023. Calista has a passion for an active lifestyle. She was in competitive jump rope along with competitive fastball for many years. Outside of sports she enjoys hiking and anything that involves being outdoors. It was through athletics and undergoing sports related injuries where Calista developed her passion for the benefits of therapeutic massage. Some of her treatment styles include Swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point release, joint mobilizations and a relaxation focused treatment.
Calista graduated from First College in Kelowna in December 2022. She is not registered yet but i...
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Allie is a recent graduate of the Massage Therapy program in Kelowna and has since received her license as a Registered Massage Therapist. Prior to that she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from Castleton University in Vermont.
Allie’s journey through massage school was unique, as she was pregnant for the first year and balancing her studies and first-time motherhood during the second year. With her background in competitive sports and her first hand experience of pregnancy, labor and post-natal recovery, Allie understands just how resilient the body can be when the proper care is given.
Her approach to treatment will focus on goal setting for healing and development to achieve your best self. Techniques can vary with each individual’s needs, but you can expect assisted muscle stretching and strengthening, trigger point release, deep diaphragmatic breathing and a relaxation focused treatment.
Allie is a recent graduate of the Massage Therapy program in Kelowna and has since received her l...
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