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Dr. Colin Leis, B.Sc DC
Chiropractor Clinic Director Functional Range Assessment, Functional Range Release and Functional Range Conditioning Provider© Level II Provider of the Shift Concussion Management Program
Dr. Colin Leis graduated from the University of Waterloo with his honours BSc. specializing in Kinesiology. He later graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College with his Doctor of Chiropractic.
Dr. Colin uses his tools of manual medicine to analyze and correct functional imbalances and the resulting pain or discomfort in your musculoskeletal system. Dr. Colin has completed courses in Active Release Therapy©, and is certified in Functional Anatomic Palpation© and Functional Range Release©. In addition, he completed training to become a certified Shift Concussion Management© provider.
Dr. Charles Smith, B.Sc DC
Chiropractor Functional Range Release© Functional Integrative Acupuncture
Dr. Charles was born and raised in Kitchener Waterloo. While growing up he was an avid athlete playing soccer for Waterloo Minor Soccer, doing track and field at Laurel Creek track club and football with KW flag football and the Twin City Predators. After high school he was recruited to the University of Guelph and played football for the Gryphons.
Throughout his time as an athlete he experienced multiple injuries and was exposed to many different therapies and different styles. It was from this that he has developed a style of treatment that is adaptable to a variety of conditions or injuries spanning workplace to sports and is unique for each person whom he treats.
Currently Dr. Charles continues to be active playing flag football and soccer in recreational leagues. While spending his spare time working out, reading, playing video games, and watching football and soccer.
Dr. Erika Holenski, B.Sc., ND, R.Ac
Naturopath Registered Acupuncturist Clinic Director
It is my philosophy that the human body has an innate healing system. This system can fight infections, and correct deficiencies and other imbalances. The body, however, can be overwhelmed and not be able to restore harmony. When this occurs the body communicates to us through negative signs and symptoms.
Using patient history, physical exam and diagnostic tools I am able to see where the body’s imbalances lie. Then, I can provide ways to shift the body back to equilibrium. Together with the patient we develop a plan of action to overcome these obstacles to cure and stimulate the body’s natural healing system.
Erika is licensed with the Board of Directors of Drugless Therapy and therefore holds memberships with the Ontario Association of Naturopaths (OAND), the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND), and the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA).
She enjoys having a diverse family practice and looks forward to guiding all of her patients on the path of wellness.
Laura Doig BSc, RMT, RRPr
Registered Massage Therapist Registered Reflexology Practitioner CranioSacral Therapist
Laura graduated with honours from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, Cambridge, Ontario in June 2014. She joined KW Health Connection in October of the same year. Laura is trained in traditional Swedish massage as well as Trigger Point Therapy, Fascial Release and Remedial Exercise.
Laura has always had an interest in the field of health. In 1997 she graduated from the University of Abertay, Dundee, Scotland with a BSc in Nursing (Mental Health). Soon after that, she realized that her interests lay in a more individualized, hands-on approach to healthcare. Therefore, in 1998 she went on to study Reflexology at the Scottish School of Reflexology.
However, Laura’s passion lies in the subtle work of CranioSacral Therapy – a gentle, non-invasive technique which releases restrictions in the body. CranioSacral Therapy works closely with the central nervous system to help the body self correct and heal. She holds certificates in CranioSacral 1 (CS1), CranioSacral 2 (CS2) and Somato-emotional Release 1 (SER1).
Additionally, Laura holds certificates in Sports Massage Therapy, Functional Chains and Neuro-Functional Assessment. She is a member of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO), the Reflexology Registration Council of Ontario (RRCO), as well as the International Association of Healthcare Practitioners (IAHP).
Laura enjoys being able to integrate all her various disciplines! She’s committed to developing her skills and techniques to offer her clients the best treatment to improve their health and well being.
Kellie Gies RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Kellie graduated from The Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Cambridge, Ontario.
Kellie has worked for 17 years in the social services field helping children and families within Waterloo Region. She has always had a passion for helping others to maintain a strong sense of health and wellness. This passion led her to the field of massage therapy where she continues to promote a healthy well-being in all clients through the mind-body connection.
Kellie is experienced in General Swedish massage whether for relaxation or meeting specific client needs. She has training in Trigger Point Therapy, Hydrotherapy, Remedial Exercise and Myofascial Release Techniques. She is also trained in CranioSacral Therapy 1.
Gaya Murthy RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Gaya graduated from Sutherland Chan School of Massage Therapy in Toronto, Ontario.
Gaya has worked at various settings (eg. clinics, spas etc.) in Downtown Toronto for the past 13 years and is an active Member of the CMTO (College of Massage Therapists of Ontario) and the RMTAO (Registered Massage Therapist Association of Ontario). She has moved her practice to Kitchener and is looking forward to the change of pace from the bustling downtown of Toronto.
She offers a balanced blend of relaxation and therapeutic massage. She specializes in low back pain, sacral iliac joint dysfunction, sciatica, knee pain, foot pain, plantar fasciitis, upper back pain, neck and shoulder pain, carpal tunnel, tendonitis, post injury/surgery, headaches, stress, depression, anxiety, and insomnia.
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Teodora Lazic BSc
Clinic Manager
Patti Leis
Support Staff
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