Samara Ohm RD

Samara is a Registered Dietitian with the College of Dietitians of BC. She supports individuals to improve health conditions through nutrition and diet. During your initial visit, Samara will review your medical history, current nutrition habits and concerns, relevant lifestyle factors and discuss your goals and intentions.

It is often the small changes that make a difference, not a complete overhaul of your diet is not necessary! Together you will create a customized nutrition plan to help meet your goals.

Samara Ohm RD Samara is a Registered Dietitian with the College of Dietitians of BC. She support... Read More

Naiomi MacLean RMT

Naiomi is passionate about providing the best care possible to her patients by remaining knowledgable with current evidence based practices and actively listening to each person who walks in her door to create a personalized treatment plan. She came to the massage therapy field as a mature student, and is dedicated to her new career. Coming from a background as a yoga teacher, Naiomi brings awareness to the breath, a calm presence and a focus on inner restoration to each treatment. She loves working with people from all walks of life. Some areas that interest her particularly are working with pre and postnatal patients, mental health and sleep disorders, as well as shoulder dysfunction and pain. Her practice is trauma informed and she aims to create a safe and welcoming space for everyone she meets.

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With ten years of experience as an educator and a parent, Sarah views mental wellness as achieving balance across life. She provides a safe, supportive space to explore and address emotional, cognitive, and relational patterns affecting your well-being. Her integrative approach includes Emotion-Focused Therapy, CBT, IFS, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, and Somatic Therapy, with additional trauma training. For individuals, she blends CBT, solution- focused, mindfulness, and narrative techniques. For families, she uses Emotionally Focused Family Therapy to enhance understanding and empathy. Sarah holds a B.A. from the University of Victoria, a B.Ed. from Lethbridge University, and a Master’s in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University.

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Marlaina Meinzinger, RMT

Marlaina is enthusiastic about assisting clients to maintain and restore their functional abilities through assessment and a variety of Swedish, myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, and joint mobilization techniques. Her treatment approach focuses on supporting the natural healing process of the body. This can include injury rehabilitation and prevention, or general relaxation and stress management. After graduating from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2015, she has enjoyed 8 years of practice and has treated a wide variety of conditions. Marlaina looks forward to expanding my practice at Thunder Meadows!

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Devan Tessolini MSc PT

Devan’s physiotherapy practice focuses on orthopaedics and pelvic health. A whole-body approach to help you overcome injury and obstacles when in movement and in motion. She is certified in: - orthopedic assessment and treatment - pelvic health assessment and treatment - pre and post-natal strength and conditioning - acupuncture - IMS - manual therapy - kinesio taping - advanced hip rehabilitation - Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Therapy - Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy.

Her career started by treating high level athletes and athleisure folks alike. Her work has been further enhanced by becoming certified in pelvic health assessment and treatment. Now most of her clients are either pregnant or have been pregnant at some point in their lives (new and veteran moms.) Helping people learn to reconnect to their bodies in such an ever-changing time of life is one of Devan’s passions. It is never too late! Being a mother of two herself, has provided Devan with a deep appreciation for pelvic health in rural settings.

Often injury or pain brings you in to meet Devan. Feeling disconnected to your body and its ability to perform, can feel defeating and frustrating. Rehab is best done with a custom plan, just for you, your body, your life. Whether that’s after a long season of too much sitting, a big day of skiing on fresh legs, or perhaps from growing a human, to birthing and raising one. Devan is here to help you reconnect to your body and move better so you can get on with your life. She will work with you to reach your goals despite the daily grind and hustle we all encounter, so you can successfully move forward. In her spare time, she enjoys getting outside with her dog and kids, hiking, running, snowboarding, mountain biking, ski touring and yoga.

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Jorin Quinn, RMT

Jorin has been practicing massage therapy for 9 years, after graduating as an RMT in 2013. She has been diversifying her skillset to better understand the body and to create rejuvenating treatments of both therapeutic and relaxing techniques, to ultimately restore balance, both of the body and mind. Jorin incorporates myofascial release, muscle energy technique, passive stretching, trigger point therapy and craniosacral techniques into a traditional Swedish massage, to effectively treat each unique individual.

Jorin is thrilled to work with the compassionate and knowledgeable team at Thunder Meadows and is excited to be of service to the incredible communities of the Elk Valley and all of their visitors.

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Jeremy graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria in 2008. Since completing the CMTBC board exam with distinction he has been working with chiropractors, physiotherapists and naturopaths in multidisciplinary clinics in Victoria and Fernie. He is thrilled to be back in Fernie, which he fell in love with while enrolled in the MAST program at the College of the Rockies in 2004.

A lifetime pursuit of sport; martial arts, yoga, wrestling, rugby, rock and ice climbing, skiing, snowboarding and three years coaching roller derby for Fernie’s Avalanche City Roller Girls has taught him how the body and mind work, learn, grow, heal and recover from injury.

BC Registered Massage Therapist (RMT), Jeremy is inspired by the great therapists that helped him get through the challenging times of his life and he is thrilled to be able to help others feel better and be healthier. He tailors each patient’s treatments by, first and foremost, listening earnestly to them and considering their situation with an open mind. He strives to make each treatment as effective as possible using modern evidence based technique and intuition. Jeremy is especially fond of myofascial, craniosacral, muscle energy and integrated neuromuscular techniques. He has experience treating a vast array of health conditions.

Jeremy lives and plays in beautiful Fernie BC, with his awesome partner, Rebecca and their beautiful daughter, Nadia.

Jeremy graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria in 2008. Since comple... Read More

Morgan Stock, MA RCC

At this time Morgan is not taking new clients. If you would like to be added to her waitlist please contact her at morganstock6@gmail.com

Morgan is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, specializing in Relationship Therapy. Morgan helps partners improve their relationship. Working to help you and your partner(s) through premarital counselling, recurring conflicts, feelings of disconnection, recovery from affair, sexual dissatisfaction and other difficulties due to external stressors. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact Morgan directly.

morganstock6@gmail.com

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Rebecca Vaughan, RMT

Rebecca successfully completed the 3000 hour RMT diploma at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria in December 2008. She lives and operates her business with her partner Jeremy in beautiful Fernie, BC.

Rebecca bases her treatments on the patient’s individual needs and assists them in achieving optimal health and function. Therapeutic massage is used to treat a diverse range of conditions including: low back pain, pelvic pain, nerve impingement and compressions, muscle and joint rehabilitation, thoracic immobility, headaches, myofascial contractures, muscle tension and cramping, posture dysfunction and much more.

Rebecca believes that working with the nervous system is the key in removing old holding patterns, releasing muscles and resetting them. Therefore, all treatments have a relaxation focus. A variety of techniques may be used, such as deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, muscle energy techniques, hydrotherapy, myo-fascial release, orthopaedic mobilization techniques, Reiki and Swedish massage. Rebecca considers the whole body to find the root of dysfunction. As a base of health, all clients are educated about proper posture and breathing. Rebecca gives self trigger-point releasing tips and customized stretches and strengthening routines to empower her patients to be proactive in their healing process.

Get started on your journey to health with healing touch and knowledge.

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Leigh-Amber Baxter, RMT

Sports, injury, preventative maintenance, relaxation techniques to deep pressure. Leigh-Amber uses her training and experience to provide a treatment suited specifically for you and your needs.

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Mireille Fortier, RMT

Mireille has always been passionate about movement and health. She loves to ski, bike and hike Fernie’s beautiful trails. As an RMT, she is driven by learning more about the body, pain, and stress so she can better assist people in reaching their goals. She uses techniques that promote relaxation, mobility and recuperation. What she really aims for is to help her patients get back at doing the activities they love!

Mireille Fortier, RMT Mireille has always been passionate about movement and health. She loves t... Read More