Heather’s journey in healthcare began with her graduation from MacEwan University’s Massage Therapy program in 2005. Since then, she’s been on a mission to blend her expertise in orthopedic and therapeutic massage, myofascial, Graston, cupping, hot stone therapy, and deep tissue work.
Specializing in migraine and headache treatments, motor vehicle accident rehabilitation, and chronic pain management, Heather thrives in a multi-disciplinary setting. Her collaborative spirit shines at Kollectiv Health, where she’s an integral part of a diverse team, working seamlessly to provide holistic care to her clients.
Heather’s approach to massage therapy is a blend of art and science, aiming to provide both relaxation and pain relief. Her passion, however, extends beyond the simple act of kneading muscles. With skillful hands and a compassionate heart, she creates a sanctuary where clients can find both solace from stress and relief from physical discomfort. Simultaneously, her therapeutic techniques target specific areas of pain or discomfort, working to alleviate discomfort and improve mobility. Guided by her deep understanding of the body’s mechanics, Heather tailors each session to address her clients’ unique needs, helping them find peace amidst life’s challenges and easing the burden of chronic pain.
Beyond the treatment room, Heather is all about embracing life’s simple pleasures. When she’s not kneading knots out of muscles, you’ll find her whipping up a mean batch of chocolate chip cookies with her two kids.
Heather’s journey in healthcare began with her graduation from MacEwan University’s Massage Thera...
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Every client coming into the office is unique. Each and every body tells a different story.
Years of experience in massage therapy has taught her that our body is like puzzle. The body shows symptoms, however, the source of the problems might be far from where the symptoms are present. This is possible as all systems in our body are interconnected and interdependent through our fascial network.
This complexity led her to take the training for Manual Osteopathy, which assesses and treats the body as a three dimensional structure as it should.
She has also broadened her knowledge through additional extensive education in Craniosacral Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, Lymphatic Balancing and Neurovascular Release for Lumbosacral Stability and Freedom.
JeeSun is particularly intrigued by our main control center, our nervous system. In cases of irritated nervous systems, she incorporates PHYSIOKEY (bio adaptive impulse device) into her manual therapy to interrupt prolonged, overly sensitized nerve firing to redirect nervous system to calm pain signals. PHYSIOKEY effectively downregulates the nervous system, resulting in less pain and inflammation.
Her therapeutic interest lies in TMJ dysfunction/neck and its connection with your pelvis, upregulated nervous system (such as migraines), headaches, and myofascial pain. Furthermore, the ‘gut-brain’ (our second brain) relationship and its influence on the musculoskeletal system. She emphasizes on organ-specific fascial mobilization (Visceral Manipulation) not only to increase mobility and motility of organs, but also to decrease the symptoms in muscles and joints.
JeeSun grew up in South Korea where western and eastern medicine co-exist with harmony. Respecting and encouraging our body’s inherent ability to heal has been a big part of her life.
She takes great pride in facilitating clients’ health concerns, assisting them holistically to get better.
Every client coming into the office is unique. Each and every body tells a different story.
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In 2006, Carleen Graduated from the McEwan University’s Acupuncture program and has served as a Doctor of Acupuncture (D.Ac) and a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) in good standing.
In the past 17 years she has expanded her expertise through studies in Sports Medicine, Fertility, Women’s Health, Herbology,
and various method of acupuncture.
Over the past decade , Carleen has dedicated herself to helping patients on their journey though healing, whether it be musculoskeletal, endocrine, fertility, mental health, digestive or whole body health.
Carleen’s motivation as a Doctor of Acupuncture stems from her love to solve puzzles and her love of people. She has a passion for developing relationships with both her patients and with health care professionals who can help aid her patients in a collaborative way to find their best path toward health, she firmly believes that collaborative medicine, education and trust are the most integral part of true healing and the root to health.
When not treating patients, Carleen enjoys being outdoors, any and all food, and travelling extensively with her husband and two boys.
In 2006, Carleen Graduated from the McEwan University’s Acupuncture program and has served as a D...
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Kristin Zukowski has worked in the mental health field for approximately 18 years and is now expanding her practice to include holistic health through acupuncture. After three years of dedicated study and practice, she graduated from MacEwan University’s Acupuncture program and is passionate about blending her extensive mental health experience with the natural, holistic benefits of acupuncture.
Specializing in treatments for depression, anxiety, fertility, and pain management, Kristin believes that acupuncture offers a powerful complement to conventional mental health care. Her personal journey with acupuncture’s healing effects inspired her transition into this field, and she’s dedicated to helping her clients achieve similarly transformative results.
Kristin values the therapeutic relationships she builds with her clients, finding great fulfillment in listening to their concerns and guiding them through their healing journeys. After nearly two decades of working in mental health, she’s confident that acupuncture can provide a deeply effective adjunct to traditional treatments for mental health conditions.
When she’s not helping clients, you can find Kristin soaking in nature on a quiet walk, whipping up new recipes in her kitchen, or challenging friends to a lively game of Phase 10 – always with a side of good company and laughter.
Kristin Zukowski has worked in the mental health field for approximately 18 years and is now expa...
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