Dr. Michael Bokor, B.Sc Hk (hons), DC, Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Bokor is a graduate from the New York Chiropractic College located in upstate New York. From the young age of 3, Dr. Bokor knew that he wanted to be a chiropractor. It was at this age that his mother’s chiropractor convinced him that becoming a chiropractor would be a fun and rewarding career.
After graduating from Guelph University with a degree in Human Kinetics, Dr. Bokor started his chiropractic training at the New York Chiropractic College. It was there that he gained experience working with many different patients with a variety of conditions. He had a rotation at the Campus Clinic which focused on providing care to under-privileged patients who otherwise may not have been able to afford care. He also gained valuable experience while working at the Salvation Army Clinic that focused on the special needs of our elderly population. In addition to Dr. Bokor’s clinical rotations, he undertook special training in order to graduate with a certificate in Human and Sport Performance.
Since being out of school Dr. Bokor has continued to train and strengthen his skills, taking training in concussion management, osteoarthritis treatment and sports taping.
Dr. Michael Bokor, B.Sc Hk (hons), DC, Doctor of Chiropractic
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Carmen graduated from MacEwan University in Edmonton, AB in June 2017, and has been a member of the Massage Therapist Association of Alberta since then. She spent one year living and working as a registered massage therapist in Jasper before deciding to relocate to Yellowknife. Since a young age Carmen has been fueled by activity from various sports to hiking or biking, and it’s her love for sports that originally sparked her interest in Massage Therapy. Her main goal as a therapist is to keep bodies in motion.
Carmen believes all massage from relaxation to deep tissue, has therapeutic benefits. She incorporates fascial work into her massages, working from the surface down. She believes that in deep tissue massage, the fascia is just as important as the muscles below. She is also trained in Myofascial cupping and sports taping and strapping. Her aim is to work out tension, through the different layers, with as little discomfort as possible.
Carmen uses various techniques to give a well-rounded massage. From the initial assessment, to your time on her table, to the homecare she provides you; Carmen will be working with you to ensure she is giving you the best possible care.
When not in the clinic, Carmen is excited to explore Yellowknife and the surrounding areas. Looking for new trails to explore on her bike or paddling on the lake, she is eager to experience everything the area has to offer.
Carmen graduated from MacEwan University in Edmonton, AB in June 2017, and has been a member of t...
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Dr. Carrie Lehman, BA Kin (Hons), DC, Acupuncture Provider, Orthotics, Doctor of Chiropractic
Dr. Carrie Lehman, DC is a Chiropractic Doctor at Gaia Integrative Clinic. Upon graduation Dr. Lehman moved to Adelaide, South Australia, where she practiced for 2 years. While in South Australia, Dr. Lehman had the privilege of working in both rural and metropolitan clinics. Dr. Lehman values the experiences she gained while working abroad; where she treated a range of patients from newborn babies to people in their late 90’s; as well as both amateur and professional athletes in the sports of Soccer, Australian Rules Football and Netball. Dr. Lehman believes that chiropractic care not only alleviates pain and symptoms, but also can treat the root cause of the problem and help the individual to the best quality of life.
Dr. Lehman attended the University of Western Ontario where she completed her honours degree in Kinesiology. In 2009, she earned a degree of Doctor of Chiropractic from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.
Dr. Lehman has taken numerous courses and countless workshops enabling her to provide excellent, lifelong care to people of all walks of life. Dr. Lehman’s training includes inspiral paediatrics, kinesiotaping, rock-taping, and Active Release Technique. Dr. Lehman is fully certified in Graston Technique as well as having a certification in Clinical Acupuncture.
Dr. Lehman was born and raised in the Southern Ontario town of Orangeville, and has had a lifelong passion for outdoor activities including Downhill ski racing, hiking, fishing and water sports. Dr. Lehman’s sense of adventure and desire to travel was in part instilled by her father, an airline pilot. She has always thought it would be a wonderful experience to live in the far North and experience part of our wonderful country that many Canadians never have the opportunity to. Dr. Lehman is looking forward to her continued adventures in Yellowknife.
Dr. Carrie Lehman, BA Kin (Hons), DC, Acupuncture Provider, Orthotics, Doctor of Chiropractic
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Kenzie is trained using Swedish massage techniques which lengthen tissue and allow all pressures in perspective. Kenzie always starts with a warm up and adds pressure during the treatment which allows the tissue to respond and relieve tension.
Kenzie offers relaxation, medium pressure therapy and deep pressure therapy. Prenatal massage is also her favourite and will provide you with the necessary exercises and stretches ( with pictures and explanations) that will help you sustain your everyday life. Kenzie enjoys working with clients of all walks of life!
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Heather grew up in Pembroke, Ontario and moved to Yellowknife in 2015. Since moving here she has obtained her certification in Foot and Hand Reflexology through Canadian Reflexology School in Victoria, BC. She is a registered member of International Council of Reflexologists.
As a Reflexologist she hopes to enlighten community awareness about reflexology as a natural way of supporting the body.
Reflexology has been proven to improve circulation, reduce stress and tension, promote better sleep patterns, reduce anxiety, reduce inflammation and pain by manipulating reflexes in the feet, hands and ears that correspond with other areas in the body. The main goal of Reflexology is to bring the body back to homeostasis (balance).
Heather grew up in Pembroke, Ontario and moved to Yellowknife in 2015. Since moving here she has ...
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Kirstin Prescott, MACP (in progress), B.Ed., B.Sc.
Kirstin is a practicum student completing her Masters of Counselling Psychology program through Yorkville University.
Kirstin made Yellowknife her home in 2003, and started teaching at Ecole Sir John Franklin High School in September 2004. Kirstin has worked in a variety of alternative education settings and has volunteered with Yellowknife Victim Services for fifteen years. These experiences ignited a passion for helping others. Becoming a counsellor will allow Kirstin to pursue that passion in a more comprehensive manner.
Kirstin works from a client-centered, trauma informed, and solution focused perspective. Kirstin has a student membership with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association.
Kirstin Prescott, MACP (in progress), B.Ed., B.Sc.
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Laura graduated from the Massage Therapy College of Manitoba in June 2011 and has been operating her own massage therapy business since become a massage therapist. Her interest in massage therapy developed through the work and passion of her former massage therapist in Winnipeg. Laura taught at the Massage Therapy College of Manitoba for seven years and served on the Board of Directors at the Massage Therapy Association of Manitoba for a year before moving to Yellowknife in May 2019.
Laura is a firm believer that all massage has therapeutic benefits that includes relaxation and deeper tissue massage. She incorporates assessment, fascial work, varieties of soft tissue release and stretching into her massage treatments. She is also trained in RAPID Neurofascial reset and Myofascial cupping. Her main goal as a therapist is for clients to recognize themselves as their own healers and that they will fix themselves as she helps along the way. Laura has worked with a lot of professional athletes including NHL and CFL players and with Cirque du Soleil shows during their Winnipeg performances.
When not at the clinic, Laura is exploring Yellowknife with her family, hiking with her dog, cooking, knitting (she also has a small knitting business) and more knitting. Alongside massage therapy, Laura has been a reiki practitioner since 2014.
Laura graduated from the Massage Therapy College of Manitoba in June 2011 and has been operating ...
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Christina Vernon graduated from the Somatics Institute School of Massage in Edmonton in 2005. She lived for many years in Yellowknife, both prior to and after completing her massage training. In the summer of 2015 she moved to Saskatoon for family reasons. She is thrilled to be back in the place that her heart calls home!
Christina loves practicing massage. She believes that everyone can benefit from massage therapy, whether it is to reduce stress, prevent injuries or rehabilitate existing conditions. Under her care you can expect a safe, effective assessment and treatment that will seek to address the root cause of your pain or discomfort. She is a member of the Massage Therapist Association of Saskatchewan.
Christina has been asked many times (even by clients while they are on her table!) what kind of massage she does. Her school encouraged students to develop their own style of work incorporating various techniques, with the work always being grounded in connected and respectful touch. Over the past several years Christina has also studied and practiced Cranio-Sacral Therapy (CST). This is a gentle yet deep therapy that brings strong relaxation and eases pain and discomfort. For more information about CranioSacral Therapy go to www.upledger.com. While in Saskatoon Christina received training in working with people living with cancer. She is very interested in putting her skills to work in this area.
When not in the clinic Christina can be found exploring the wild areas around Yellowknife. She very much looks forward to reconnecting with friends and her former clients as well as building new relationships both personal and professional.
Christina Vernon graduated from the Somatics Institute School of Massage in Edmonton in 2005. She...
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After completing a four-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology and a minor in Psychology at the University of Alberta, Dr. Wright moved to Toronto to pursue her passion in naturopathic medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM). She successfully completed a 4-year post-graduate medical program at CCNM, which included a clinic internship at Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic. She also had the opportunity to work at Anishnawbe Health Toronto, a multi-disciplinary community health centre serving an inner city Indigenous population.
She is a member in good standing with the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors and is a registered naturopathic doctor in Alberta with the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta.
Dr. Wright has received additional professional training in Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™, Yoga Therapy, Reiki, and has participated in training as a birth doula. In 2006, Dr. Wright travelled to India to research the intersection of traditional healing traditions, in the form of Ayurveda, with the conventional medical system. Dr. Wright received her certificate in Infant Mental Health Promotion at York University in May 2014. She received training in Intravenous Nutrient Therapy with Dr. Virginia Osborne of International Intravenous Nutritional Therapy and maintains emergency procedures training related to IV administration. She is currently engaged in education to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.
Dr. Wright was born and raised in various communities in the Yukon and Northwest Territories. Her experiences while growing up in the North fostered a desire to return and provide accessible, integrative health care choices to individuals and families living in the Territories.
If you would like to learn more about Dr. Wright and the naturopathic health services offered, please visit her website at: canoenaturopathic.com
After completing a four-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology and a minor in Psychology at t...
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