As a massage therapist, Kristy-Lynn truly came to appreciate the benefits of massage therapy after becoming a mom of 3 young children. Juggling nap times, feeding schedules and everything in between was a whirlwind, and during those hectic days, massage became her escape. A much needed moment of peace to relax and work on her tired and sore muscles. She specializes in Indian head massage, hot stone massage, and general swedish massage. Kristy also has a deep passion for yoga, which has significantly aided her postpartum recovery. She is currently pursuing certification to become an instructor, with the goal of empowering her clients through the benefits of yoga.

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Natalie is a licensed Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario. She is accredited as a International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant. (IBCLC) through the IBCLE. Natalie’s role involves providing impartial support to new and expecting parents, adhering to the CNO scopes of practice, evidence-based research, and clinical protocols. Natalie has over 25 years of nursing experience. For the past two decades, she has dedicated her career to the Women and Children’s program in surrounding hospitals, obstetrical offices and outpatient clinics. Her passion lies in providing care to new families and empowering mothers including their families. As a Lactation Consultant, Natalie will collaborate closely with mothers and families, working towards their ultimate feeding goals for their newborns. Together, she can tailor feeding plans that best suit the unique needs of each family.

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Ella came to the study and practice of massage therapy through a fascination with how the body works and its incredible capacity to heal, adapt, and learn new ways to move and thrive. Ella applies a bio-psycho-social approach to working with clients to understand and resolve physical dysfunction and pain in the body. She is passionate about helping her clients to experience ease, joy, and freedom in their bodies, by working together to identify what might be contributing to their pain or disfunction, and how to adapt their daily lives to work towards lasting relief and improved function. Ella works with clients to create treatment plans that take into account treating their physical wellbeing, as well as considering the demands of their lives and available resources so that treatment can be as practical and effective as possible.

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Bonnie is whole-heartedly dedicated to the art and science of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. She believes that the Strength of Chinese Medicine is in its personalized approach to everyone.

Bonnie has a 4 year diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture with a background degree as an RN for over 22 years. She enjoys treating anything such as pain and chronic illness but also has additional training in Dermatology and Reproductive Health. Special interests are in Fertility, Menstrual Health, Fertility Awareness Method Training, Pelvic Health and Peri- and Menopause.

Bonnie uses an adaptive treatment style that blends both Japanese and Chinese techniques which can involve Gentle Acupuncture, Massage, Cupping, Japanese Moxibustion and Herbal Medicine.

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Gloria Leroy is a Manual Osteopathic Practitioner and a Registered Kinesiologist. She has training in Functional Movement Screen, Reiki and Myofascial Release.

Gloria Leroy is a Registered Kinesiologist and Osteopathic Manual Practitioner. Gloria holds a Baccalaureate in Science Honours Program from the University of Guelph, Level 2 Reiki certification, Myofascial Release and Functional Movement Screening Training. These studies sparked her interests to learn more and gave her the fundamentals to grasp the complexity of the human body. Her approach to therapy has evolved to be a facilitator to restore Health.

She is very excited about osteopathy and the positive benefits it has to offer. She lives in Guelph with her partner and two young sons. Gloria is pragmatic, honest, humane and a good listener.

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My name is Matthew St.Denis, and I was born and raised here in Guelph. I am a newly registered osteopathic manual Practitioner passionate about holistic healing and movement. With a background in yoga, Reiki and personal training, I’m committed to helping my clients achieve optimal health through osteopathic treatments that are tailored to their unique needs.

As a graduate of osteopathy and a registered member of Ostcan, I combine my anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics knowledge to provide safe, effective, and sustainable treatments that improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance overall well-being.

In my free time, I enjoy staying active by working out, playing hockey, cooking healthy meals, and travelling to new places. I’m a proud cat owner who believes a balanced lifestyle is key to optimal health. I am committed to providing compassionate care, personalized attention, and evidence-based treatments that empower my clients to live their best lives.

Book in with me today so that I can help you start achieving your health goals!

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Jenessa is an orofacial myofunctional therapist and a registered dental hygienist, working in the dental field for over ten years. She graduated from the dental hygiene program at Cambrian College in 2011 and currently works part-time at a dental office in Guelph. After having her first child, she discovered the effect of tethered oral tissues (tongue and other ties) on the breastfeeding relationship and early life and the multitude of symptoms that affect adult life. In her dental hygiene practice, she frequently sees clients with teeth clenching/grinding, jaw pain, headaches, orthodontic relapse, and sleep issues. After discovering Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, she became passionate about treating the underlying cause of these issues instead of just treating the symptoms. Jenessa received training for Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy through the IAOM and enjoys working with all ages to improve oral function related to breathing, chewing, swallowing, speaking, and facial growth and development. Jenessa believes that myofunctional therapy promotes overall health and well-being and can significantly influence people’s lives. Jenessa would call herself a lifelong learner and is always looking to expand her knowledge and skills by taking courses, reading, and keeping up to date on new research. She works collaboratively with other like-minded, well-respected healthcare professionals equally interested in improving overall health. Outside of work, Jenessa is a mom to three young children and enjoys a variety of hobbies, including volleyball, music, and spending time with her family.

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Christie is a certified Eden Energy Medicine Clinical Practitioner (EEM-CLP). Her practice integrates techniques and wisdom from traditions such as Traditional Chinese Medicine, yoga, kinesiology, and qi gong as well as Indigenous teachings, Journey work, sound healing and metaphysics.

She enjoys helping individuals, parents and caregivers, children and young people better understand what their bodies are sensing and communicating and how to transform, balance and reconnect their own energies. 

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Robin Young, OMP Osteopathic Manual Practitioner Clinic Founder/Director

Robin Young is a proud Mama, an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner and the founder of Robin’s Nest Family Care. She attended the Canadian College of Osteopathy and completed her thesis in 2009. Following that Robin had her first child and started working on this vision that she had for a space for family care where a crying child was understood and siblings were welcomed. In October of 2015 Robin’s Nest’s doors were opened and a dream realized. Robin continues her education in fertility, pregnancy and pediatrics to keep up to date on the latest research to best help her patients’ concerns. She is very enthusiastic about her work and it is evident by the smile on her face.

Robin attended the University of Guelph and received her Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Human Kinetics in 2000 and maintains her Registered Kinesiologist designation to date. After that she trained at the Canadian College of Osteopathy in Toronto, In 2009, following 5 years of study and the completion of her thesis she received her Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice. During her years of study at the college she completed many courses in cranial osteopathy, myofascial release, muscle energy, visceral manipulation, neural manipulation, obstetrics and pediatrics.

Robin discovered the benefits of Osteopathy following her experiences working in both chiropractic and physiotherapy practices. Osteopathy is a wholistic approach to treating the body which takes into account every stressful event your body has been through to date. Osteopathy is a natural medicine with a basic philosophy that the body has an innate ability to self-regulate and self-heal. Osteopathic treatment uses a gentle “hands-on” or manual approach to identify areas of the body that are restricted and to gently release these areas in order to restore normal function. Osteopaths’ main tools are their hands and highly refined sense of palpation, which they use to assess the state of the body’s tissues and systems. Osteopathic Manual Practitioners have a strong base in anatomy and physiology upon which to base their manual techniques. These manual techniques will allow them to get you back to doing what you love efficiently and effectively.

Following the completion of her thesis she got pregnant and had a son. He has inspired her passion for working with children, babies and pregnant women. Following that she developed an interest in helping couples with fertility issues. Robin has taken many courses and continues to further her study in these areas because she believes that osteopathy is an untapped resource.

Robin now has two young children who keep her and her husband very busy. When she isn’t working or playing with her family, she enjoys experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen and going for long walks in the woods.

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