Dr. Bain was drawn to chiropractic after a chiropractor helped him manage and resolve his back pain as a teen. After graduating from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2003, Dr. Bain continued his education, studying Active Release Therapy (ART), functional acupuncture, lumbar and shoulder rehabilitation as well as motor vehicle rehabilitation. Dr. Bain’s treatment sessions include traditional chiropractic adjustments with muscle release techniques, functional acupuncture, laser therapy, electrotherapy, ultrasound and, most importantly, exercises. Dr. Bain also works as a chiropractic consultant in medico-legal cases with insurers, employers, lawyers and individuals.

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Ying is trained in all aspects of Massage Therapy and is certified in Acupuncture for muscle release. She uses a variety of modalities addressing various health issues. Ying lives in Toronto with her loving husband and multi-talented son, who is an amazing pianist and painter.

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Julian Jones, R.TCMP, R.Ac

Julian graduated from The Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ITCM) in Toronto, in 1998 and interned in China at the First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Hunan Zhong Yi Xue Yuan) combined with Advanced Theoretical Studies in 2004. Julian is a member of the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO) and has been running a private practice in Toronto since 1998.

Julian currently teaches at Toronto’s Institute of Traditional Medicine (ITM). He is a past Instructor of Acupuncture at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) Asian Medicine Department and past Clinic Supervisor of acupuncture at the Toronto People With AIDS (PWA) Clinic.

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Grace is trained in all aspects of massage therapy and specializes in treating tension headaches, tennis elbow, frozen shoulder, neck and shoulder pain, plantar fasciitis and pre and post natal. The modalities she uses are General Swedish Massage, trigger point, deep tissue release, fascial release, scalp massage and relaxation massage. Grace is very passionate, responsible and cares deeply about her clients’ well-being.

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Lisa works with adults of all ages dealing with Anxiety, Caregiver Burnout, Dementia Support, Navigating Life Transitions, Relationship Struggles, and more. She believes that you are the expert of your life and knows what works best for you. Lisa can offer an objective perspective and guidance through a strength based lens to empower her clients. Her approach centers around the theme of resiliency and harm reduction. She works primarily within a Solution Focused Therapy mindset with elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness.

​She is passionate about helping people and believes in meeting clients where they are in their journey. Sometimes that journey causes laughter, tears, or both!

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Michelle is the clinic director at Russell Hill, a chiropractor and a registered psychotherapist (qualifying). She graduated from chiropractic college in 2001 though it was her own back injury 8 years prior that introduced her to chiropractic care. Having been an acute patient more times than she cares to remember, she draws on her experiences to bring empathy to her practice. Dr. Fagen uses a diversified approach to chiropractic, using manual adjustments, soft tissue release (massage, stretching), and laser therapy. She also incorporates medical acupuncture, modalities such as interferential current and ultrasound, custom orthotics and home exercise programs. Michelle’s interest in psychotherapy came out of years of working with and getting to know her patients combined with her personal experience with therapy. Michelle works with clients online and in person. She is amazed daily at her clients resilience, vulnerability and capacity for growth.

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Gary graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in 1999. He is a member in good standing of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and an active member of the Registered Massage Therapists Association of Ontario.

As an athlete, he possesses a strong knowledge of sport-specific injuries and the therapeutic requirements of physically active individuals. Throughout his career, he has worked with both professional and recreational athletes alike. In addition to Sports Rehabilitation, Gary provides Pre and Post-Natal Massage Therapy, Stress Management and rehabilitation for Work-Related Injuries.

Gary utilizes a variety of techniques in his practice. This includes: NeuroKinetic Therapy, deep tissue therapy, myofascial release, traditional Swedish massage and CranioSacral Therapy. Gary works to treat the root cause rather than just symptoms. His overall goal is to eliminate a client’s pain or to optimize their performance. Whether it be improving athletic performance, optimizing work performance or improving the activities of daily living, Gary fine-tunes each treatment plan to the needs of the client.

Gary actively pursues life-long learning by continually upgrading his qualifications. He engages in regular professional dialogue with colleagues to problem solve and reflect on his practice. By doing so, he is able to create a multi-faceted course of action to treat the various needs of each client. Gary is recently certified in Level 2 NeuroKinetic therapy and is actively pursuing Level 3 Certification.

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Susan is a highly skilled and deeply compassionate Massage Therapist committed to supporting her clients’ health and well-being through personalized, therapeutic care. With a practice grounded in attentive listening and an intuitive understanding of the body, Susan creates a safe, nurturing space where clients feel genuinely heard, respected, and empowered on their path to healing.

Her diverse training reflects her dedication to lifelong learning and clinical excellence. Since beginning her career, Susan has studied Shiatsu Massage, Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, The Trager® Approach, and Rhythmic Movement Training, as well as specialized modalities such as Pregnancy, Infant, and Oncology Massage. She has expertise in working with individuals currently or previously affected by cancer, as well as those managing Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD).

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A certified Combined Decongestive Therapist through the Dr. Vodder School, Susan has advanced training in Manual Lymphatic Drainage and its application across a wide range of conditions, including Lymphedema, Lipedema, Cancer Care, Post-Surgical Recovery, Migraines, and other Soft Tissue Injuries. Susan works with clients of all ages, addressing both acute injuries and chronic conditions. Her approach is gentle yet effective, easing muscular tension caused by stress, overuse, and the everyday demands of life. She believes wholeheartedly in the healing power of therapeutic touch — not only for its physical benefits but also for the comfort and relief it brings.

Susan loves fantasy and science-fiction literature, hiking in beautiful places, and time with her wonderful family and dog. She especially loves combining as many of the above as possible!

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Brett is a seasoned physical therapist with extensive manual therapy experience. He began his academic career at Hofstra University where he received his BBA in Marketing. He went on to complete his Doctorate in Physical Therapy with honors at Utica College. He has completed a variety of post-graduate manual therapy courses and has a practice limited to the evaluation, differential diagnosis and treatment of the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) and Cervical Spine. He partners with dentists and orofacial pain specialists to develop an integrative plan of care to promote optimal outcomes.

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A graduate from Queen’s University’s Physiotherapy program, Nirushan’s education includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Biology from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from York University. Having worked as a physiotherapist in British Columbia and Ontario, Nirushan treats various conditions, such as orthopaedic injuries, motor vehicle accidents, work injuries, athletic injuries, and post-operative (knees, hips, shoulders).

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Dr Dori believes strongly in the body’s innate healing ability and works to find the right combination of support to guide her patients in attaining optimum health, vitality, resilience and vibrancy. Through a combination of tools: clinical nutrition, lifestyle counselling, botanical medicine, homeopathy, traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture and hydrotherapy, she creates personalized treatment protocols. ​ Dr Dori has a special interest in the Perinatal period of a family’s life; Fertility support, Preconception Care, Pregnancy, Labour & Birth, Postpartum support as well as Babies & Children. Treating the whole person, as well as the whole family, she is honoured to support men & women through further life changes such as menopause, thyroid dysfunction, diabetes, heart disease, skin conditions & all the curveballs life throws.

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I am the founder of Coreset Fitness, and a personal trainer who specializes in pelvic health and core re-programming. I have become Canada’s highest qualified and most experienced Trainer in HYPOPRESSIVE® – Low Pressure Fitness – Canada’s only International course instructor and Master Trainer. I am also its biggest advocate.

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