Meet Our Wellness Experts – Garibaldi Active Wellness in Squamish
Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals is here to support your wellness journey. From physiotherapy to acupuncture, massage therapy, and chiropractic care, we’re committed to helping you achieve a balanced, healthy life in the heart of Squamish.
Registered Massage Therapists
Our Squamish Registered Massage Therapists specialize in a variety of techniques to address pain, improve mobility, and promote relaxation. Whether you’re seeking relief from muscle tension, support for recovery, or general wellness care, our team is here to provide tailored treatments that meet your unique needs.
Jon Israelson RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Jon Israelson is a graduate from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapists in December of 2014.
Growing up in Jasper AB, Jon started competing in freestyle skiing at an early age. This translated into Halfpipe and Big Mountain skiing, competing on the world tour and traveling all over North America. Doing so, Jon is no stranger to injury and has a great passion for resolving pain and dysfunction with a variety of modalities.
Taking a full body, systemic approach to his practice, while combining the efforts of both the patient and therapist, allows for an optimum environment to resolve musculoskeletal, circulatory, nervous tissue and joint pathologies.
His devotion and dedication to health and fitness go beyond the clinic, as he enjoys spending his free time weight training, mountain biking, golfing, climbing, hiking and fishing. He also enjoys reading and trying out new cooking recipes with friends.
Jon is excited to be a part of the Garibaldi Active Wellness team, where he is part of a well rounded group of like minded therapists focused on providing the best possible holistic care and experience for there clients.
Jon is registered with the College of Massage Therapy of British Columbia and is an active member in good standing with the Massage Therapy Association of British Columbia.
Natalie MacLeod RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Natalie graduated from the 3000 hour program at Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2013 after completing a four year bachelor’s degree in dance at the University of Calgary. In 2015 Natalie completed her 200 hour Vinyasa yoga teacher training. She is constantly furthering her knowledge through hands on practice and continuing education courses in both yoga and massage therapy.
Natalie is knowledgable in the treatment of whiplash, respiratory and thoracic imbalances, sports/dance injury, pre and post natal related pain, and post cesarean treatment. Her treatments include myofascial manipulation, muscle energy techniques, neuromuscular and trigger point therapy.
Natalie focus on the underlying problem to restore the body to its balanced functioning state. She is passionate about educating her patients on their bodies and providing at home exercises so they can continue the healing process outside of the treatment room, and prevent further injury.
Dance and yoga continue to be a passion of hers. She loves the exploration of the human body in motion, its relation to expression, art and science. This has influenced how she works, and continues to grow as a therapist.
When Natalie is not at the clinic she can be found at the yoga, pilates or dance studio, and backpacking, hiking, and snowshoeing the trails of Squamish and Whistler with her family.
Teri-Rose Davis RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Teri-Rose graduated from VCMT in 2018 and previously studied Health Sciences and Kinesiology in Nova Scotia.
Teri-Rose has a keen interest in learning about the human body and believes an integrated approach to injury prevention, rehabilitation and maintenance is the most effective way to help you perform and feel your best. She has experience working with youth to elite sport, chronic pain management, postural imbalances and more. She uses various massage techniques including deep tissue massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy and Swedish massage. Teri is excited to join the team at Garibaldi Active Wellness and help you achieve your health goals!
Teri-Rose is available Mondays and Wednesdays!
Kim Thompson RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Kim has over 20 years experience doing a variety of therapeutic massage modalities as a body worker in various spa’s around the world with a majority of time spent on BC’s West Coast. In 2018 she returned to school and graduated with Honours from MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy and obtained her Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) designation with the College of Massage Therapists of BC. Kim has completed several levels of Cranio-Sacral Therapy training with Upledger Institute and has taken courses in Cranial Fascial Techniques, Biodynamic Myofascial Mobilization, TMJD Techniques and is currently studying the European Style of Manual Osteopathy in Vancouver.
She takes a whole-body approach and blends a variety of gentle non-invasive therapeutic techniques that work on a deep fascial level into her treatments and uses the least amount of force needed to obtain tissue change. Some of the techniques include: Myofascial Release, Biodynamic Myofascial Mobilization, Cranial Sacral & Fascial Therapy, Joint Mobilizations, Trigger Point Therapy, Muscle Energy Technique and Intra-oral TMJ techniques.
Kim is passionate about assessing each clients’ individual needs and treating them to assist in achieving greater mobility, decreased pain and to restore balance in their body to contribute to their quality of life and help them get back to doing the activities they love.
Jennifer Quehl RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Jennifer has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2005 specializing in sport massage and is also an ART provider. Jen uses a variety of techniques in her practice and is known for her deep tissue massage approach. During her career she has worked with various athletes including members of the NHL, Canadian National women/men’s rugby teams, professional/world champion rock climbers, power lifters, BMX/Downhill/Cross Country Mountain bikers, triathletes, downhill skiers and many more. Jennifer has also worked extensively with those living with neurological conditions, pre/post-natal, acute/chronic injuries, pre/post-surgery and terminally ill patients. Jennifer is also a personal trainer, conditioning coach, functional movement specialist and nutrition coach.
Jennifer brings something unique to her practice, as a former police officer of 15 years she has first-hand experience and deep understanding as to what shift work, critical instances and other field stresses bring to the body and mind.
Alongside Jen, you will find her little teammate Ellie Bean. Ellie is an Emotional Support Animal and takes a lot of pride showing off her work vest when she’s not curled up sleeping in her clinic bed. Ellie is a sweet soul who is there for anyone who needs a little extra support. Ellie stays in Jen’s treatment room, so if you rather have a massage with no dog in the room, please consider another awesome RMT in the clinic.
Outside of Jennifer’s professions, she loves being active, outdoors and traveling the world. Living in Squamish, BC Jen juggles her hobbies including mountain biking, rock climbing, skiing, SCUBA diving, surfing, mountaineering, triathlon, powerlifting, CrossFit, paddle boarding, improv comedy and playing the piano badly. Jen also dedicates her time to the Squamish Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue.
Kelty Bromley RMT
Registered Massage Therapist + Clinic Manager
Kelty graduated from the 3000 hour program at Vancouver College of Massage Therapy and has over 15 years of experience practicing as an RMT. Her treatments are therapeutic and relaxing, utilizing slow and soothing techniques. She uses a multitude of massage techniques in her treatments including deep tissue massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy and Swedish massage. She has always expressed a special interest in the health profession and enjoys helping others achieve better health.
She is excited to be part of the Garibaldi Active Wellness Team and looks forward to applying her skills and knowledge in her massage therapy treatments. Kelty can be reached at keltybromleyrmt@gmail.com
Krissy Loffler RMT
Clinic Owner + Registered Massage Therapist
Krissy Loffler became a Registered Massage Therapist in 2009. With her love for functional mobility she also has her yoga teacher certifications and implements these strategies with every visit.
Her focus is to treat range of motion limitations, activating less dominant muscles groups to balance out the skeletal system. Creating natural space for nerves and maintaining mobility of tissue and joints.
She has also developed her business skills by owning The Wellness Room since 2017, located inside The Town Hub on Mamquam Rd. She will be amalgamating these two locations into The Wellness Room Tantalus Rd and Mamquam Rd October 1, 2024.
Her focus is to have a seamless joining and to make sure every client and staff feel supported through this process.
Feel free to reach out info@garibaldiactivewellness or hello@squamishwellnessroom.com
Acupuncture Specialists
At Garibaldi Active Wellness, our Squamish Acupuncture Specialists are skilled in Traditional Chinese Medicine, using specialized techniques to support holistic health, reduce pain, and promote balance. They focus on treating a wide range of conditions, from musculoskeletal issues to complex internal disorders, offering tailored care to meet your individual needs.
Ccerlii Chow Acupunture TCM
Registered Acupuncturist
Ccerlii has over 15 years of clinical experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture (TCM). She
has a lifelong passion for health, fitness and alternative medicine. Inspired by mentors and her own health
journey, she excels in Traditional Chinese Medicine, focusing on the integrative biomechanics of body
and mind. Her practice involves treating complex internal disorders, musculoskeletal conditions, work
and sports injuries, cancer therapy support, stress management and women’s health, including hormonal
irregularities, menopause, fertility, and prenatal care.
Ccerlii offers personalized treatments using TCM principles, including Traditional Chinese and Japanese
Acupuncture, Cupping, Neurologic Dry Needling (INMAS), and Tuina-Shiatsu Massage. Her holistic
approach ensures a pathway to complete well-being tailored to individual needs.
Chiropractors
Our Squamish Chiropractors provide expert care in musculoskeletal health, helping clients recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and improve mobility. With a focus on holistic wellness, they offer comprehensive treatment plans to support your long-term health goals, ensuring personalized care that meets the unique needs of each client.
Dr. Nathaniel Janzen
DC MSc BKin
Chiropractor
Dr. Nathaniel Janzen is a life-long athlete and primary healthcare practitioner specializing in the body’s musculoskeletal system. He draws from a wealth of knowledge from university degrees obtained in Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, and Chiropractic. Nathaniel advocates for interdisciplinary healthcare and strives to be a role model through movement-based physical wellness. He is listed as a preferred provider with Pain BC, a local non-profit organization reducing the burden of pain in our province.
Nathaniel helps those with chronic pain, sports injuries, acute flare-ups, and maintenance wellness care. He believes the key to a successful treatment plan begins with a thoughtful assessment to find out what the root cause of a complaint is. His treatment style is a combination of modern chiropractic manual joint manipulation, soft tissue release, biomechanical postural strengthening, and functional movement coaching. He has a special interest in bringing sports injury rehabilitation and athletic performance techniques into everyday movements to equip patients with the means to get stronger, more resilient, and move well.
Outside of chiropractic, Dr. Janzen teaches anatomy, physiology, and pathology courses at Vancouver Career College’s RMT program. Always looking for a new challenge, he has competed for team Canada at the age group world triathlon championships in London, is an accomplished swimmer and coach, top-100 finisher in the Sun Run, and loves trail running, back-country hiking, and climbing.
Education:
– Doctor of Chiropractic, University of Western States
– Master of Science in Sports Medicine, University of Western States
– Bachelor of Kinesiology, University of British Columbia
Dr. Charlene Howard DC,CACCP
Chiropractor
Originally from Waterloo, ON, Dr. Charlene completed her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education in her hometown prior to attending New York Chiropractic College. Following graduation she moved to the lower mainland and spent 8 years in a family practice in Maple Ridge before she and her husband decided to relocate to Squamish as they spent almost every weekend here and realized life would just be better living here full time!
Dr. Charlene loves to care for the whole family and has received hundreds of hours of extra training to obtain extra certification through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) in order to enhance her skills in caring for pregnant and pediatric patients. She has taken care of patients from less than a week old, those well into their 90’s and everyone in between. She’s highly energetic and loves to help people improve their health, achieve their goals and live their best lives!
Outside of the office she can be found hiking, climbing, snowboarding, ski touring, trail running and just generally enjoying the outdoors.
Experience Active Wellness with Our Expert Team
Our experienced practitioners are ready to support your health and wellness goals with personalized care. Book an Appointment today to start your wellness journey with Garibaldi Active Wellness.
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