Sara received her Diploma from Vancouver College of Massage therapy in August of 2018, and worked over 550 hours at the VCMT clinic.

Sara likes to fix muscle related problems and enjoys learning about human anatomy and physiology. She has worked with many conditions as well as people with diverse disabilities, older adults and people in palliative care.

She is trained in Swedish Massage, Petrissage, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Drainage, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Joint Mobilizations and Trigger Point Release Techniques.

Sara is 31 years young, and was born and raised in the Comox Valley. She has two French Bulldogs, likes spending time with her friends her family and her fiance.

Sara received her Diploma from Vancouver College of Massage therapy in August of 2018, and worked... Read More

Alina is registered acupuncturist with a special interest in treating pain and injuries.

Alina’s approach combines the wisdom of Chinese meridian theory with modern perspectives on human biomechanics and the myofascial system. Her treatments incorporate traditional needling techniques, with or without electrical stimulation, as well as soft tissue techniques such as gua sha and cupping to create an holistic and effective approach to healing.

Alina is registered acupuncturist with a special interest in treating pain and injuries. Alina’... Read More

Ben has been practicing Physiotherapy in the Comox Valley since 2005. In three different clinic locations. Ben enjoys working with a variety of different clients including people injured at work, to people who have been in car accidents, or athletes who have injured themselves playing their chosen sport. Ben uses manual therapy, IMS, exercises and modalities to help treat injuries and get people back to health. He believes in using assessment techniques to get to the heart of the problem, then prescribing treatments to change that problem, and not just treating the symptoms.

When Ben is not Practicing Physiotherapy he can be found riding his mountain bike somewhere in the Valley, or coaching his two boys at the hockey rink. He is looking forward to his next 15 years in the Valley.

Ben has been practicing Physiotherapy in the Comox Valley since 2005. In three different clinic l... Read More

Toshi graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 1999. After successfully obtaining a license in March 2000, he has been practicing massage therapy in the lower mainland until he and his wife moved to the Comox Valley in the Spring of 2023. A native of Japan, Toshi immigrated to Canada in 1991. He loves North American nature and enjoys camping and travelling with his wife to different parts of this continent.

His main approach for treatment is to help patients achieve well- balanced soft tissue function by utilizing his manual techniques. During

each session he observes orthopaedic alignment integrity through comprehensive assessment, to better understand the condition of the patient. He guides his patients to an understanding of the detailed situation of their soft tissue by utilizing manual assessment techniques he has developed himself through many years of experience. It is his belief that self-awareness of the physical condition is an essential part of the process for effective recovery. Toshi truly enjoys his work, as his passion is to see his patients improve from his treatments. For that purpose, he continues the pursuit of learning and developing newer techniques and approaches to advance himself as a therapist.

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Dr. Cory utilizes a patient-centered, evidence-based approach to help patients from all walks of life reach their own personal health and activity goals. He utilizes education, advice, manual therapy (including soft tissue therapy and chiropractic adjustments), and exercise prescription in conjunction with a collaborative approach to care to help his patients move better and move more. While Dr. Cory is passionate about helping all patients, he has specific expertise in concussion management, athletic injury care, and golf performance and injury management.

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Dean was inspired to study Massage Therapy after successful rehabilitation following a serious ATV accident; it was an integral part of his recovery. He became a Registered Massage Therapist after completing his studies at West Coast College of Massage Therapy and operated his own private practice here in the Comox Valley from 2002 until joining the team of practitioners at Hemlock Health early in 2023. Dean has a thorough knowledge of anatomy and an intuitive skill to assess and areas of dysfunction. He uses Therapeutic Massage to address each client’s specific needs and help each person return to routine daily activities with an improved sense of wellbeing. Dean spent his early years in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan and several years tree planting and travelling abroad before calling BC his home. In his free time Dean enjoys sailing, hiking, and gardening. You may find him exploring local nurseries on the weekends, he is still a tree planter at heart.

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Simo graduated from UBC with a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology and a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from the University College Dublin.

Simo has been involved with sports most of his life and his active lifestyle has inspired him to pursue a career in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and pain management. Having gone through a variety of injuries himself he is able to empathize and build strong working relationships with his clients. Simo believes that the therapist-client relationship is a partnership and that his job is to guide you to your full recovery or performance. Simo uses an evidence-based approach and focuses on active treatments tailored to your individual needs.

Simo specializes in teaching and coaching weightlifting exercises working to strengthen and empower his clients of all ages. He is also able to provide personalized mobility and flexibility exercises to tackle any range of motion restrictions that you may be experiencing.

With almost 10 years of experience in soccer and weightlifting, as well as 2 years experience in Muay Thai/Boxing, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu; Simo’s experience is wide ranging. Outside of work, Simo enjoys weight training, hiking/camping, reading, and cooking.

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