Ellen is a dedicated registered massage therapist who prioritizes listening to her patients, understanding how their daily lives are affected by their symptoms. With extensive experience and numerous case studies, Ellen is confident in her ability to apply appropriate methods for addressing pain and injuries stemming from various sources, such as sports, work, pregnancy, persistent pain, and complex medical issues. In her massages, Ellen employs a diverse range of techniques, including Swedish massage, myofascial and trigger point release, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) techniques, and joint mobilizations. She is meticulous in controlling pressure to target the correct tissue depth, ensuring the most effective and true structural change. Before relocating, Ellen managed a fitness center called California Fitness in Korea. In this role, she learned the significance of exercise and an active lifestyle in contributing to people’s well-being. She also had the opportunity to explore various rehabilitation methods and pain relief practices, all of which now influence her treatment approach. Ellen is an incredibly passionate individual who constantly seeks new challenges and never ceases to strive for improvement. During her off days, she cherishes spending time with her family and indulging in the search for delectable gourmet restaurants. She also has a deep love for travel, often spending her summers in campgrounds, enjoying endless campfire nights. Graduate from Vancouver Career College Registered Massage Therapist (CMTBC) Registered Massage Therapist

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Kelly is a Registered Acupuncturist and Registered Holistic Nutritionist.

Her educational accomplishments include a Diploma of Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (Richmond, BC) and Diploma in Natural Nutrition at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (Vancouver, BC).

She holds membership in good standing with the CCHPBC (College Complementary Health Professionals of BC) and ATCMA (Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Practitioners) of British Columbia, Canada.

Kelly is known for her collaboration with fellow practitioners, compassionate patient care, and dedication to continuous learning. Her passion for health extends to her personal life, where she enjoys dragon boat paddling and community engagement. She is eager to bring her expertise in integrative wellness approach to help patients achieve optimal health and well-being.

Specializes in: • Women’s health • Digestion • Muscle tension, Headaches & Pain • Facial Rejuvenation • Stress & Anxiety • Insomnia

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Carol Song is a Registered Acupuncturist at Optimal Health Collective. She has clinical experience and special interest in helping patients with:

Anxiety Acute & Chronic pain Digestive issues Eczema Facial rejuvenation Female Wellness General wellness Psoriasis Sciatica Sports injuries Outside of the clinic, Carol enjoys forest bathing, paddling, cooking, and yoga. She also has a deep understanding on harnessing each patient’s innate ability to holistically heal.

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Ziming Zhao R. Ac (Ming) is a registered acupuncturist who specializing in traditional Chinese needling techniques. He began his journey in Chinese medicine eight years ago when he was introduced by his mentor who helped him with mental struggles with acupuncture. Since then he has been passionately studying this ancient technique. In addition to his general acupuncture practice, Ming is certified in Tong-Style Acupuncture, scalp acupuncture and auricular acupuncture. He also focuses on pulse taking, mental health and alleviating pain-related symptoms with fewer needles. Ming’s goal is to help his patients recover swiftly while integrating traditional Chinese philosophy into his therapeutic approach. Known for his compassionate and easy-going nature, Ming helps put patients at ease - especially those who may be nervous about trying acupuncture for the first time. With a background in psychology, Ming values the importance of one’s internal balance in today’s fast-paced world. He believes in the body’s innate ability to recover and it’s his goal to assist his patients to achieve that. Ming has been practicing Chen-style Tai Chi and other internal forms of Chinese martial arts since 2016, and is a dedicated practitioner of Buddhist meditation which he found benefited himself greatly.

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I am a second-year RMT student with one year of experience at Big Feet. With a strong foundation in both Eastern and Western techniques, I specialize in reflexology to support relaxation, circulation, and overall well-being. My client-centered approach allows me to provide personalized treatments that promote balance and enhance vitality.

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Xi graduated with honors in 2022 from the Vancouver Career College and is a Registered Massage Therapist and member in good standing with the CMTBC. Xi has worked in many clinical environments including VACC clinic, clinic of CDI college, outreach in BCIT and spa, in those different settings she has seen a diverse patient with various medical conditions, injuries and treatment needs. These work experiences have empowered Xi with the ability and knowledge to treat patients with both common and uncommon conditions including insomnia, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, multiple sclerosis, paralysis, meniscus tear, disc herniation, and to meet their treatment goals and beyond. Xi’s technique is richly thorough and adapts to patient’s special needs, such as relaxation, deep tissues massage, trigger point therapy, fascial techniques, neuromuscular techniques. During her registered massage career, she is continuing to take professional development courses to advance her skills and to attempt to implement new techniques into her treatments. She strives to help patients to achieve their wellness goals sooner than it’d require and to provide her treatment in a soothing environment. When Xi is not in the clinic, you can find her at the quiet corner in a park and reading her medical books, walking along the beach, cuddling her kids, and massaging them with love, and spending time with her friends and family.

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Elisha completed the Registered Massage Therapy program at Vancouver Career College in 2021. Based on an individual’s needs, Elisha utilizes a variety of techniques throughout the massage such as Swedish massage, myofascial and trigger point release, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) techniques, and joint mobilizations. Elisha’s approach aims to work specifically, and at the correct tissue depth, to effect true structural change.

She is passionate about helping people improve the underlying causes of postural imbalance and returning the body to its normal, balanced state. She can modify the massage pressure and techniques depending on your needs and will provide education for homecare to recover your conditions. She looks forward to helping you meet your therapeutic goals.

Outside of work, Elisha enjoys hiking, reading books, and swimming. She lives with her husband and two adorable daughters. Most recently, she is a new doggy mom and studies how to train her puppy.

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Sandra is a registered member in good standing with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC) as the former College of Massage Therapy of BC (CMTBC). She is a graduate of Vancouver Career College of Massage Therapy, and also graduated from the College of Social and Applied Human Science with Bachelor of Commerce in University of Guelph, Ontario.

Sandra has a great passion to help others through massage by treating symptoms of pain and dysfunction. Her treatments tend to incorporate the whole body and are designed to decrease pain, increase circulation and promote body awareness. She is very passionate in terms of maintain quality health. She is always learning and growing, her treatments are as individual as her patient. She is always looking forward to helping patients rehabilitate and return to daily activities and healthy life.

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