Meet Theresa Carlos Our Colon Hydro therapist:

Theresa knew that she was a natural caregiver from a very young age, growing up in a large extended family, helping to watch and take care of the younger children. Her natural abilities led her to taking a Personal Support Worker and Community Service Worker programs where she started work at a recreational facility with focus on early childhood and the senior adult day programs. As she then stepped into motherhood, Theresa decided to place her focus on entrepreneurship where she developed her own business and focused on self care which led her to her very own health journey. Upon learning the importance of her own health language Theresa naturally wanted to share it by helping others with theirs as well and completed the Colon Hydrotherapy course. Theresa believes that the time is now for moving towards better health and is passionate about helping others achieve their very own health goals.

DANNIE DE SILVA PIQUES’ RMT/ACUPUNCTURE/ CLINIC OWNER:

Dannie-Lynn De Silva Piques is a positive and empathetic individual who has a passion for people, health and a sense of well-being.  After exploring the corporate world for sometime she felt compelled to expand her knowledge and help people in a more fulfilling manner. Being able to help people in a society where health and wellness is #1; massage therapy was the perfect choice! She attended the Ontario College of Health & Technology where she pursued her passion in massage therapy; and graduated with Honours. She has an incredible love for her work and is dedicated to helping others. Massage treatments are enhanced by incorporating the use of  DoTerra Essential Oils and a variety of techniques to suit bodies needs.  She also attended McMaster University for the Medical Acupuncture Program!  Being the owner of the clinic, she strives for each and every client that walks through the door be treated with above and beyond customer service. Dannie-Lynn’s intuitive and caring approach is applied toward each client and she feels very rewarded making a difference in your life!

KRISTEN DSP/RMT & REFLEXOLOGY 

Kristen De Silva Piques is a very outgoing, caring person who has had a great deal of experience working with the public and patients at Vital link Wellness Centre. Kristen previously practiced as a Colon Hydrotherapist at Vital Link Wellness Center where she worked for 3 years. After years of practice Kristen wanted to expand her knowledge and understand the human body in greater detail. With Kristen’s motivation in 2014 she began her dream and started her path to become a massage therapist. Kristen’s way of treating is to find the root of the problem and use the array of specialized skills and techniques she is trained in and apply them to get the best results. Massage therapy, although very relaxing can be therapeutic and helpful for people with pain and discomfort.

 KATIE MOSS/RMT

Katie Moss is an energetic and positive individual who has a passion for helping others reach their greatest potential. Growing up Katie was involved in many competitive sports including soccer, hockey, basketball and cross-country. Katie’s passion for sports and helping others led her to coach youth soccer both recreationally and competitively. Through her many years involved in sports and with athletes she experienced many injuries and thus her interest in injury rehabilitation and health and wellness flourished. This interest led Katie to attend Wilfrid Laurier University where she graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology in 2020 with a concentration in Health and Rehabilitation and a minor in psychology. Katie continued her love for competitive sports throughout university as she played on the varsity women’s soccer team. Her passion for learning and wanting to make a positive impact on others led her to complete her Massage Therapy diploma from the Ontario College of Health and Technology in 2021. She hopes to be able to incorporate her athletic background and knowledge to improve the health and wellness of others.

Meet Tara Pasher:The Master Herbalist/Ionic Foot-bath Provider/Food Sensitivities Provider:

In 2019 Tara Pasher graduated from an extensive 3 year program from from Wild Rose College in British Columbia as a master herbalist. She studied the body in its entirety and is so excited to share she’s accepting new patients! Some academic areas of focus were: Iridology, Traditional Chinese medicine, The History of Herbal Medicine, Botany, Advanced Herbology, Advanced Nutrition, Western Materia Medica, Anatomy and Physiology and Herbal Pharmacy. Additionally, Tara completed 300 practicum hours at the clinic Natures Healthy Balance in Komoka Ontario

Furthermore she has studied the EDS training from Dr. Sandra Stewart ND in North Carolina and Jenny Thomas herbalist/homeopath in London Ontario.

Tara is a soft-spoken amazing therapist, who cares immensely for each patient that walks through her door. Her caring nature and warm personality will have you feeling better from the get go.

In her spare time, she enjoys her passion for art; specifically painting and drawing Tara likes to practice meditation, yoga, cooking and most of all loves learning.

A Certified Master Herbalist who assists clients by determining the cause of their health conditions. For Tara to help you with your health condition, you would have to book an appointment for a complete computerized health evaluation. Tara understands that dealing with a client’s health is much more than just a diagnosis of disease.

Rather, each client is a unique individual dealing with health imbalances that have manifested and within whom this manifestation can be reversed. The body has the natural ability to heal itself. Tara is eager to assist each client by creating a plan to utilize customized liquid herbal tinctures, specific diet suggestions, and homeopathic medicine, combined with other therapies to help your body reach optimal health and wellbeing.

DR. SHIYAMA HASSAN: NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR

Dr. Shiyama Hassan is an International Medical Graduate MD. After coming to Canada she has worked at McMaster Children’s Hospital as a clinical fellow. During this period she was registered with College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.

She has also studied at Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto. She is a Licensed ND registered with College Of Naturopaths Of Ontario.

She is a member of Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors and Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors.

Naturopathic Doctors are highly educated primary care providers who integrate standard medical diagnostics with a broad range of natural therapies. NDs practice a comprehensive approach to treating illnesses and promoting health. They work in partnership with other regulated health care providers to ensure that patients receive the most comprehensive and effective care possible.

Naturopathic Medicine is a distinct system of primary care that addresses the root cause of illness or disease and promotes health and healing using natural therapies. NDs support and stimulate the body’s ability to heal itself, focusing on prevention and using natural substances and treatments. The primary goal of naturopathic treatment is to address the cause of illnesses, rather than simply treating or suppressing symptoms. In other words, NDs concern themselves with the “why” as well as with the “what” of an illness or disease.

Meet Our Counsellor Vijaya Kantipuly:

BS, MSW, RSW, Trauma Clinician – Ages: 12- up (Adults and couples)

Vijaya’s counselling philosophy is to provide a strength-based and cultural sensitivity perspective to clients. Vijaya’s extensive professional background allows her to treat clients who have had experiences with mental health, relationships issues, anxiety, depression, and Trauma (physical, mental, and sexual).

Her clients appreciate her personalized approach in believing and recognizing client’s strengths and their unique qualities working through collaboration.

Specialities: Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Addictions, Stress, Anger management, Divorce, Parenting, Eating disorders, OCD, Grief/Loss, and Brain Injury (Concussion).

Modalities: CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, MI, ACT, and Trauma Focused

MATT DEBOERSAP/ OSTEOPATH

Matt is an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner who graduated from the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy in 2020. Before this he went to Brock University in 2011 with a keen interest in both fitness and rehabilitation. He spent time during his undergrad volunteering at a physiotherapy clinic as well as working with seniors and athletes as a trainer. Immediately after graduating in 2015 he took a job as a Physiotherapy Support Personnel which he did until September 2018. During this time Matt came across Osteopathy and knew he wanted to pursue a career in it.

 MELISSA LAWLER/OSTEOPATH

Melissa graduated from Western University with a Ba in Kinesiology in 2002. She then went on to study radiation therapy at Michener Institute/University of Toronto. After graduating, she moved to Manchester England to work at one of the largest cancer hospitals in Britain for a year. When she moved back to Canada, she discovered a new passion in osteopathy and enrolled at the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy in 2011. She graduated in 2015 with her Masters in Practice diploma of Osteopathic Manipulative Sciences (M.OMSc).

Melissa is a member of the Ontario Osteopathic Association and is also a registered member of the Canadian Institute of Classical Osteopathy.

LISA NUGENT/OSTEOPATH

Lisa Nugent is no stranger to Vital Link. In 2009, she came in for an appointment and knew she wanted to be a part of the team. A week later she answered a job posting for an Office Manager and joined Vital Link. Lisa has always had an interest in health and wellness. She comes from a family involved in competitive sports and enjoys watching her two girls compete and enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

After years of clinic management, her admiration of Osteopathic Manual Practice grew and she decided to return to school to follow her passion. She watched various practitioners working in a clinic setting treat patients who experienced life-changing treatments. People of all ages, health issues and traumas found relief when no one else was able to help them; and Lisa  wanted to be part of that!  She completed her 4 years of schooling at the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy earning her degree of Master in Practice of Osteopathic Manual Sciences.

Lisa has a keen interest in educating families about the importance of Osteopathic treatment from birth onwards. She has continued her education through various pediatric courses and is excited to share her knowledge.

Additional Paediatric Courses:

• Tethered Oral Tissues (Lip and Tongue Ties) ~~ Dr. Malisa Gambacorta, B.A., B.A. (Hons), B.Sc., M.Sc., D.D.S.

• Treating Pregnancy ~~ Terra Nicolle, M.OMSc., RMT, PFT

• Assessing Pregnancy ~~ Terra Nicolle, M.OMSc., RMT, PFT

• Birth and Its Mechanics of Injury ~~ Dr. Dustin Costescu, OB-Gyn, Hamilton Health Sciences

• Treating Babies Pediatric Apprenticeship ~~ Dr. Jonathan Evans, Osteopath, Australia

• Personal Tutoring and Pediatric Shadowing ~~ Joanne Lynne, M.OMSc., B.Sc

CAROLE DE SILVA PIQUES/OSTEOPATH