Victoria Chiropractor | Dr. John Douglas, D.C.
In school I was fortunate enough to have one of those amazing mentors that you never forget- one of those people that end up being a voice in your head that spurs you on and encourages you at various junctures. For me that was my track coach, Jim Slepica. "Coach Slep" was a 6'2", 230 lb man who managed to take an ordinary group of skinny kids and transform us into a pretty talented team. It was under the direction of Coach Slep that I learned the power of the human body.
Given the right direction, hard work and valuable support, the human body can do amazing things. When I was a part of that track team, "amazing" was sending several of our small town track athletes to compete internationally; a couple years ago "amazing" was -- for one of my patients -- going from not being able to pick up his one-year-old daughter because his back was so sore, to being able to hold and rock her until she fell asleep.
So, my passion for health and my path to chiropractic has been a fairly clear one for me right from the start. From "Day One" I have been fascinated by the intricacies of the human body and chiropractic gives me a daily look into many drug-free and surgery-free ways of positively influencing how the body works. During my kinesiology program I worked as an athletic trainer and I had the opportunity to work closely with physiotherapists, massage therapists, orthopedic surgeons and chiropractors. It was a great experience and a rare chance to delve deeply into many health specialties. It also gave me the chance to find that one specialty that fit: chiropractic.
When I am asked to give a definition of chiropractic, I like to say that the definition is one that the patient and I have to work out together. Chiropractic is a means of helping the body to "be" in its most healthy state possible, and for each person the path to achieving this is a little bit different.
I am committed to helping you achieve your optimal health. Unfortunately, I cannot promise that I will be able to get you there. But, I can promise you that together, with direction, hard work and a lot of support I will do my utmost to get you closer.
Victoria Chiropractor | Dr. Jordan Millar, D.C.
Dr. Jordan Millar received her undergraduate education from UBC where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology. She continued her education at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, Ontario and graduated as a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.). In addition to her chiropractic training, Dr. Millar has also attended additional paediatric and prenatal/postnatal care seminars. She is a member of the International Chiropractic Paediatric Association (ICPA), BC Chiropractic Association (BCCA), College of Chiropractors of BC (CCBC), and Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA).
As a licensed chiropractor, Dr. Millar specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of conditions and disorders relating to the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. She believes firmly in finding and treating the source of the problem rather than the symptoms alone. Dr. Millar believes that education and proper communication are imperative to patient care. When people understand why their pain or dysfunction is occurring, it enables them to make the changes necessary to correct the problem at hand.
Dr. Millar is dedicated to optimizing your health and wellness through chiropractic care. From newborn to adolescence to adulthood, Dr. Millar uses techniques specific to the individual to bring balance to the spine. Spinal alignment will help your body grow, develop and heal naturally as well as adapt to unavoidable everyday stresses and strains. Dr. Millar has an integrative approach, incorporating exercise and nutritional recommendations for optimal health.
Dr. Millar is dedicated towards helping families have healthy pregnancies and births. Pregnancy support pillows assist the pregnant mother for comfortable care. Through chiropractic, infants and children are assisted naturally through their milestones for optimal growth and development.
As an advocate for holistic healing, Dr. Millar will help you reach and surpass your health goals. Whether you suffer from pain, have a colicky baby or just want a spinal wellness assessment, chiropractic is a natural option for you and your family. Dr. Millar is presently accepting new clients.
At Aria Health & Wellness, we strive to nurture you and your family with a natural approach to optimal health. We welcome you to our warm and healing environment where we can support you through integrative and holistic care. Come join us for a family wellness lifestyle.
Victoria Registered Massage Therapist | Amie Brotsky
Amie Brotsky is a Registered Massage Therapist focusing her practice in pre and postnatal massage and is a teacher at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. Amie graduated with honours in 2005, and found her passion working with pregnancy.
Amie explains, "Being able to offer relief so women can function in their daily lives, sleep better, and prepare for delivery and generally supporting women through their pregnancy is an honour." A pregnancy table is available.
Amie has studied Aromatherapy, Thai Massage and la Stone therapy and augments her practice with unique techniques to offer treatments that are engaging, effective and relaxing.
For more information about Amie, visit her blog: amiemassagetherapy.blogspot.com
"Everyone is welcome, whether you are pregnant or not. I look forward to meeting you soon!"
Aria Health and Wellness Clinic Office Manager | Joyce Brown
Office Manager Joyce Brown is the first friendly face to welcome you into our office's warm and relaxing atmosphere. She is also the voice on our end of the phone to answer any of your questions and schedule your appointments. "I look forward to meeting you and assisting you as we work toward achieving your optimal health."
Danielle Ronin | BA, RMT
Danielle was born and raised in Vancouver, B.C. She moved to the Okanagan for University and played soccer on a scholarship for three years. After completing a degree in Psychology, Danielle traveled to the Middle East and taught English in Cairo, Egypt. Upon returning to Canada, she decided to pursue her lifelong goal of becoming a Massage Therapist. She graduated in 2006 from the Massage Therapy program at OVCMT in Vernon, B.C.
Danielle has worked in Kelowna, Calgary and Burnaby with various patient issues ranging from acute strains to chronic illness. Her practice style is deep yet patient, allowing the body time to respond to treatment. Danielle enjoys a balanced lifestyle of work and play with her husband and young son.
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Alina Anapreitchik, MSc, R.Ac
Alina Anapreitchik is a Registered Acupuncturist with a four year degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Canadian College of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine in Victoria. She holds a license from the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of British Columbia.
Alina has always been fascinated by medicine, both Western and Complimentary. Her journey in Chinese Medicine began when she was looking for solutions to her own health problems, which Western Medicine couldn’t provide. She was so impressed by the efficacy of Acupuncture and the wisdom of Chinese Medicine that she felt inspired to leave her Architectural career for the discipline of Chinese Medicine.
In her practice Alina incorporates acupuncture, cupping and auricular therapy along with dietary and lifestyle counseling. This holistic approach is very effective in preventing and treating disease, alleviating pain, normalizing sleep and digestion. It elevates the mood and improves the overall feeling of wellbeing without the side effects of Western drug therapy.
Alina effectively treats a variety of acute and chronic conditions such as Musculoskeletal pain, Internal Medicine, Emotional problems and Addictions.
In addition to Traditional Chinese Medicine, Alina has specialized training in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, which corrects the local signs and treats the underlying causes of the aging process.
Alina is passionate about educating her patients believing they are more likely to follow the treatment plan if given the underlying knowledge. Her ultimate goal is to help the patients understand the principles of Chinese Medicine enabling them to make their own future decisions about lifestyle and diet.
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