Hi, I’m Monica, and I hope I get to meet you one day! Here’s my story - thanks for reading. 

I began my journey in the healing arts as a personal trainer in 1998.   Eventually this led me to pursue a career in massage - I completed the Thai Massage Practitioner Program and Therapeutic Touch Training, which made me hungry for more knowledge.  As a result, I sought out more training in modalities such as Trigger Point Therapy, Raindrop Therapy, and Thai Herbal Compress Massage.

After years of practicing, I realized I wanted to help people on a deeper level, working with internal medicine - which made me enroll in Chinese Medicine school. I received my Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine - which totaled 3,450 hours of training over four and a half years of intensive full-time study. I am currently registered as a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Chinese Herbalist, and Acupuncturist through the CTCMA.

I also finds great enjoyment instructing at the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences, teaching core subjects - which truly allows me to stay current with my knowledge.

For years, I studied and certified in Injection Therapy and Prolotherapy, and apprenticed under Dr. Joel Kailia for a year. Even though I am not currently not offering these services due to changes in regulations, the experience has brought me a much deeper understanding of the human body,

Most recently, I completed a program in Manual Osteopathy, which has rounded out my proficiencies in delivering effective treatments.

I believe you’ll find that my personality is friendly and caring, and I am vigilant in delivering safe treatments for my patients.  I take pride in having intent listening skills, and focused treatments, which are sure to provide results.    I am particularly passionate about providing relief and lasting results to patients who feel hopeless about their chronic pain.

With two decades of experience working with the human body, you can be sure that I’ll try my absolute best to address your needs.

Hope to see you soon!    

Warmly,

Monica Ander

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Dr. Margherita was born and raised in North Vancouver, BC, where she graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Kinesiology and completed her Doctorate of Chiropractic at Life West Chiropractic College in Northern California in 2023. As a vitalistic chiropractor, Dr. Margherita’s care is fundamentally rooted in supporting the body’s natural healing potential by working with the inborn intelligence that resides in each individual. She utilizes an integrative approach that addresses tension rooted in the muscles, ligaments, connective tissue, and organs, with respect to their relationships to the spine, nervous system, and the whole body. Dr. Margherita draws from a variety of modalities to adapt to each person’s unique system, including low-force and light-touch methods, myofascial release techniques, and the structural, more traditional chiropractic adjustments.

With a background as a holistic birth and postpartum doula and a passion for working with babies, children, and pregnant women, Dr. Margherita has extensive training and specializes in chiropractic approaches to prenatal, postpartum, and pediatric care.

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I started practicing as a RMT in 2007 and have been an instructor for Kootenay Columbia College of Registered Massage Therapy in Nelson since 2017. In 2022 I finished my Diploma in Osteopathy Manual Practice (DOMP).

My passion as a therapist has always been about finding a way to ReBalance the body through structural manipulations and incorporating soft tissue mobilizations. I practice using various techniques such as: joint mobilizations, myofascial release, cranial osteopathy, visceral manipulation, muscle energy techniques. I also trained in GaitScan technology and sell orthotics in order to better serve you. I am super passionate about how the body moves and ways to help you keep moving as pain free as possible and have found orthotics to be an amazing application to treat certain conditions.

Important to note the way I perform a treatment is primarily from the focus of a Manual Osteopath, however, I am able to bill your extended health benefits as a RMT. Massage therapy is my roots into body work and I will always use the skills I’ve learned as a RMT in my session with you.

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Jenny’s practice as a Registered Massage Therapist is grounded in presence, curiosity, and a dedication to fostering balance and well-being through thoughtful manual therapy. Her approach blends therapeutic skill with intuitive listening, offering treatments that meet the moment and needs of each person.

With over a decade of experience exploring the layered nature of health, Jenny brings a trauma-informed lens to her work, shaped by ongoing professional learning and mentorship in holding space with sensitivity and care. She believes in whole-being healing and is continually evolving her practice to serve the full spectrum of human experience.

Jenny is committed to creating an inclusive, affirming space where people of all identities, bodies, abilities, ages, and cultures feel welcome and honoured.

In addition to massage therapy, Jenny offers Craniosacral Therapy: a subtle, effective hands-on modality that works with the body’s natural rhythms to release deeply held tension and patterns. This gentle approach supports the body’s own healing intelligence, often reaching layers that other therapies cannot. Craniosacral Therapy is covered under standard RMT benefits and can be integrated into a session or booked on its own.

Jenny looks forward to working with you in support of your health goals and your journey toward greater ease, embodiment, and vitality.

*Please note: The clinic space is accessible by stairs only. We acknowledge this may present a barrier for some and are happy to recommend nearby clinics with fully accessible spaces.

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Hi, my name is Kim and I’m new to Nelson! I am a RMT and successful clinic owner in Alberta, having graduated from Makami Massage College (3000 hr. program) in 2012 and Grant MacEwan College in 2008 with a Holistic Health Practitioner diploma. I moved to Nelson to attend college and explore my artistic side.

I am a positive and creative professional that endeavours to bring calmness, kindness and support to those in need. I believe in a holistic approach to health and well-being, while still respecting and valuing modern medicine. Massage treatments are personalized to suit clients needs and optimize results.

Areas of Focus: - Therapeutic and Relaxation Massage - Hot Stone Massage - Dynamic Cupping - Raindrop Therapy - Reiki and Reflexology

At this time, I am unable to provide receipts for insurance purposes, therefore pricing is a little less. Hope to see you soon!

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Amanda’s life experiences have shaped her as a healthcare provider, and outdoor enthusiast. She is an lifelong student of TCM and balances her studies by hiking the incredible trail systems around Kaslo, cycling, reading, and practicing yoga.

Read more about her professional education, and how it informs her practice:

University of Waterloo – Honours Kinesiology (2 years), Varsity Athletics Relocated to the mountains of BC to work and pursue outdoor adventure TCM Practitioner Diploma program (4 Years) – Kootenay Columbia College of Integrative Health Sciences, Nelson, BC. Received the Dean’s Award for Academic Achievement, Valedictorian Doctor of TCM Diploma program (Additional 1 Year) – Pacific Rim College, Victoria, BC. Graduated Summa Cum Laude (with highest honours) Kaslo Community Acupuncture Society Served on the Board of Directors (3 years) Amanda hopes to contribute her time and expertise to KCAS – a non-profit which provides barrier-free acupuncture to area residents She will continue to hone her skills as a TCM Herbalist in the treatment of internal medicine conditions with continuing education in areas like male and female fertility and reproductive health, genitourinary conditions, and geriatric health.

As a registrant of the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC, Amanda is committed to providing professional care, fulfilling her duties to her patients and colleagues, and maintaining practice standards within the scope of TCM.

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