SERVICES: Chiropractic Care/Contemporary Medical Acupuncture/Orthotics/Concussion Management/Exercise Rehabilitation/Pregnancy Care: Webster Certified

Dr. Sophia da Silva completed her Honours Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology from McMaster University in 2010, followed by her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2014. After graduating from CMCC, she completed the CMCC Graduate Clinical Sciences Residency program and became a Fellow of the College of Chiropractic Clinical Sciences (Canada) in 2017.

During her post-graduate training Dr. da Silva engaged in interdisciplinary care in hospital placements at St. Michael’s, Mount Sinai and Hamilton General Hospital with Orthopaedic Surgeons, Rheumatologists and Neurologists. In addition, Dr. da Silva has engaged in research projects with World Spine Care with an interest in the global burden of disease and disability caused by musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. da Silva is the Educational Coordinator of the Clinical Diagnosis Simulation Lab at CMCC.

Dr. da Silva is an Exercise is Medicine Practitioner. She is certified in Contemporary Medical Acupuncture, SHIFT Concussion Management Program, Active Release Technique and Webster Technique.

Dr. da Silva is a Certified Emergency First Responder and serves as Team Chiropractor for the Balmy Beach Rugby Club. She provides acute side-line care and in-clinic therapeutic rehabilitation for appropriate return to play following injury.

Availability: Tuesdays and By Appointment on Other Days

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Emma Dick is a highly skilled and dedicated professional who has been serving as a Registered Massage Therapist since 2009. After completing her professional education and training from Centennial College in Registered Massage Therapy and training at Sheridan College in Athletic Therapy, she embarked on a journey to provide her patients with relief, recovery, and revitalization through her expertise.

Emma’s core competencies lie in deep tissue massage, treating sports injuries, and rehabilitation. Her foundation in athletic therapy and experience in working with Lacross Teams, combined with registered massage therapy enables her to provide comprehensive injury assessment and treatment.

Throughout her career, Emma has consistently emphasized personalized care, tailoring her approach to each client’s needs and recovery goals. Her deep understanding of the human body, combined with her experience with sports-related issues, make her an invaluable asset for both acute and chronic ailments. She looks forward to helping her clients improve their health, lifestyle, and overall well-being.

Availability: Tuesday to Saturday

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SERVICES: Chiropractor/International Chiropractic Sports Science Diplomat/Custom Orthotic Provider/Running Biomechanics Gait Analysis

Dr. Natalie Labelle completed her Kinesiology Degree with Honours from the University of Western Ontario in 1996, followed by her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2000. After graduating from CMCC, she completed her International Chiropractic Sports Science Diploma through the International Federation of Sports Chiropractic in 2007.

She is also full body certified in Active Release Technique, a Graston Instrument-assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Provider and has had additional training in running biomechanics and gait analysis as well as custom orthotic prescription.

Dr. Labelle has been a part-time faculty member at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College for the last 10 years in the Department of Chiropractic Therapeutics. The role of this department is to instruct students in the development of manual therapy skills involved in chiropractic treatment such as palpation, soft tissue therapy and chiropractic manipulations/adjustments.

Dr Labelle is an avid runner and four-time marathoner who is currently in training for the Chicago Marathon. She has a special interest in running and athletic injuries. She was the Team Chiropractor for the Toronto FCOF soccer team for many years and has had the privilege to work with active (or aspiring to be more active) people of all ages and levels of competition, from weekend warriors to Olympians.

Availability: Thursdays and Saturdays

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Aimee Leung is an accomplished registered acupuncturist since 2020, starting her educational journey at the prestigious Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine Academy from where she accumulated a wealth of knowledge in key areas of acupuncture. Aimee is a not only a registered acupuncturist, but also a knowledgeable practitioner of both Shiatsu and Reiki, having been actively practicing these disciplines since 2008. Over time, Aimee’s skills of diagnosis and treatment of her patients has evolved into a unique blend using the principles and tools of Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture (acupuncture, tuina, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, auricular acupuncture and electro-stimulation), and her experience in Shiatsu, and Reiki. This is what makes Aimee special in her skill set and why you should try her approach to treatment.

Equally adept at treating musculoskeletal conditions as well as mental, emotional, dermatological, reproductive, and neurological ones, Aimee’s holistic approach to healing is known for its efficacy and empathetic touch. More recently, her successful integration of cosmetic acupuncture into her practice has garnered commendation, offering a natural, non-invasive alternative to clients invested in skincare health and facial rejuvenation.

Skilled in providing Reiki, Aimee uses this technique to transmit universal life force energy, promoting overall wellness and encouraging emotional and physical healing. As a Shiatsu practitioner, she applies traditional Japanese bodywork therapy to adjust the body’s physical structure and balance its energy flow, alleviating a variety of ailments.

Moreover, Aimee has a special interest in reproductive health, delivering tailored treatments designed to enhance overall well-being and hormonal balance. Always at the forefront of the latest developments in her fields of practice, Aimee consistently ensures she provides the most advanced care to her patients. Her mission as a healthcare provider is not only helping patients heal but also empowering them with the knowledge they need to improve their quality of life.

Availability: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays

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Maddalena (goes by Madalin or Maddy), graduated from Kikkawa College in 2005. She incorporates a variety of techniques in her treatment to achieve her patient’s health goals, such as: trigger point release, myofascial release, Swedish techniques, passive stretches, joint mobilization, remedial exercises, hydrotherapy and many more. She has found success in treating headaches, TMJ (jaw pain), frozen shoulder, upper/low back pain due to poor posture, pregnancy massage, and whiplash.

Having experience in treating a multitude of ailments, Maddalena takes a fresh approach to massage therapy with focus on the physical health and emotional support throughout the healing process. She practiced in Richmond Hill for 9 years when her life led her to set roots here in the Beaches. She is excited to be part of the Centre of Balance team and looks forward to meeting and treating you.

Availability: Monday to Friday

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Claire O’Shea, MS, ATC, CAT(C)

Claire is a health care professional dedicated to the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries. Originally from the U.K., Claire holds a diploma in Sports Massage Therapy from the London School of Sports Massage and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sports Rehabilitation from Salford University. After graduating, she worked in various sports medicine clinics and as part of the medical team for Rotherham Titans, a professional rugby union football club. She relocated to the U.S. where she completed a Master’s of Science Degree in Athletic Training from Shenandoah University, and subsequently worked as an Athletic Trainer at Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia. She recently became certified to work here in Canada as an Athletic Therapist. She has experience working with a wide variety of patients; from elite athletes to elderly active persons. Claire’s treatment philosophy centres on working as a partner with her patients, to educate and to help them take control of their health care. She employs a variety of treatment techniques, with a focus on manual therapy and tailored rehabilitation programs. She enjoys helping people return to the sports and activities that they love.

Availability: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays

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Dr. Stephanie Trgachef is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (2019) with a bachelor degree in Kinesiology with Honours from the University of Toronto (2015). She has a Therapeutics & Prescribing license for Naturopathic Doctors, allowing her to prescribe high dose vitamins and minerals, female hormones, desiccated thyroid medication and provide her patients with injection therapy.

She believes in a systems-based approach to care, meaning that each individual’s particular health dysfunction is unique. For example, two people may both have a diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome, but the underlying cause for one individual may be a heightened sympathetic nervous system response, and the other’s cause may be a heightened immune response to particular foods. This can be determined through physical examination, a thorough health history, and advanced comprehensive testing. Treatment plan may be inclusive of lifestyle and diet modification, natural health products, referral to injection and/or intravenous therapy, advanced testing, education, hormone therapy, acupuncture, and natural health products (vitamins, minerals, botanicals).

Particular areas of interests include: Female hormones, psychological disturbances and gastrointestinal health.

Availability: Tuesday and Thursday (virtual and in-person)

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Services: Chiropractic Care, Pregnancy and Post-Natal Care, Acupuncture, Exercise Rehabilitation

Dr. Judith Wells has a Bachelor Degree in Physical Health and Education from the University of Toronto, and a Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. She has an Athletic Therapy certification from York University and practices as Registered Massage Therapist. She has been the team therapist for many Varsity and Provincial level sports teams including Soccer, Hockey, Football, Rugby, Field Hockey, Track/Cross Country, Volleyball and Beach Volleyball. She has a wide range of experience with athletic injuries as well as a strong focus on pre and post-natal care.

Dr. Wells is a former Beach Volleyball Provincial Tour Athlete and has also competed for the University of Toronto Track and Field and York University Women’s Volleyball teams.

Availability: Monday to Friday

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Norma is a graduate of the Canadian College of Osteopathy’s 7-year program earning a Diploma of Osteopathic Manual Practice. Prior to her osteopathic studies, Norma graduated from the University of Waterloo in Honours Kinesiology and has had over 25 years’ experience in manual therapy as a Registered Massage Therapist. She is a member of the Ontario Association of Osteopathic Manual Practitioners.

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