Rebekka started her career as an RMT in 2016 after graduating from Vancouver
College of massage therapy (VCMT). Since then she has been taking continuing
education courses in pre-and postpartum care and chronic pain management.
She has a thorough understanding of how our emotional state can affect our
physical body and has deepened her understanding of a trauma informed practice
by learning principles and practices for integrating individual, ancestral and
collective trauma.
Rebekka has taught at Langara College and supervised the student massage clinic
from 2018 to 2020 and completed her master’s in education at Simon Fraser
University in 2022.
Rebekka is passionate about creating a safe space for her clients to heal, recharge
and feel at peace. Her treatments are precise and specific to her patient’s needs and
presentation of symptoms. She loves to work with people of all ages with acute and chronic injuries. As a former doula and a mother of two she is well versed with pre-
and postpartum care, she has worked with many concussion and whiplash patients, headaches, jaw pain, scar tissue and sport injuries.
Rebekka is using a combination of manual techniques such as Myofascial release,
Neuromuscular techniques, Muscle Energy Techniques, Trigger point release, Joint
mobilization, Swedish relaxation massage, as well as Manual lymph drainage in her
treatments.
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Kevin graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. He continued his education at the Curtin University in Perth Western Australia for his Master in Physiotherapy, and BCIT with a Nuclear Medicine Diploma. He is well-versed in various treatment approaches including Cranial Sacral Therapy, Spinal Mobilization and Manipulation, Anatomical Acupuncture, IMS Intramuscular Stimulation, Integrative Dry Needling, Graston Techniques, Active Release Techniques, and K-taping.
You can find the newest rehabilitation equipment in his clinic. He makes an effort to update and purchase new equipment every year to make sure his patients benefit from the newest evidence-based therapy.
Kevin is known for his caring personality, especially when it comes to working with his patients. Kevin believes that every patient heals differently. He is very attentive in spending time to determine his or her goals and expectations.
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Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac)
Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCM.P)
Melanie completed her training in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine at PCU College in Canada. She is a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) and a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (R.TCM.P), licensed under CCHPBC.
Melanie specializes in treating musculoskeletal conditions, including neck and shoulder pain, restricted head rotation, sciatica, lower back pain, knee and ankle pain, arm and hand numbness, and TMJ disorders. She also addresses vision issues (blurry vision, eye pressure relief), migraines, chronic pain (from accidents), internal disorders, stress and anxiety, insomnia, digestive problems, and brain fog. In addition, she provides treatment for urgent conditions such as stroke sequelae and facial paralysis, as well as cosmetic acupuncture for skin rejuvenation, acne, aging, dark circles, and facial puffiness.
Melanie incorporates multiple TCM techniques in her practice, including acupuncture, Gua Sha, cupping, scalp acupuncture, and Chinese Tuina (traditional therapeutic massage). She also utilizes fascia and muscle adjustments to improve symptoms and restore balance in the body.
Before studying TCM in Canada, Melanie had already received extensive training in classical Chinese medicine. She specializes in Jing Fang (經方), a traditional herbal approach that focuses on formula-based treatment, and Japanese Kampo (漢方), which integrates Chinese and Japanese medical traditions. Her expertise in these fields allows her to diagnose and treat conditions holistically, addressing the root cause rather than just the symptoms.
Her diagnostic approach emphasizes palpation-based diagnosis, particularly abdominal diagnosis (腹診) and limb-based reflex analysis, which provide instant feedback for both the practitioner and the patient. This technique enables her to assess the body’s internal imbalances and create personalized treatment plans.
Melanie strongly believes that diet and lifestyle are fundamental to long-term well-being. She provides tailored lifestyle and dietary recommendations to support her patients’ overall health.
She has also received advanced training in cosmetic acupuncture in Taiwan, specializing in skin rejuvenation, acne treatment, anti-aging techniques, and facial contouring to promote natural beauty and skin health.
Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac)
Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCM.P)
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Carmen graduated with credit in physiotherapy from Hong Kong Polytechnic University in 1990. Throughout her career as a physiotherapist, Carmen has always been drawn to treating orthopaedic patients, with the goal of bringing them back to their active lifestyles. She completed intermediate level of orthopaedic division in BC. Carmen continued her postgraduate studies in movement impairment assessment with Dr. Shirley Sahman, international pain management, and various orthopedic courses.
In her spare time, Carmen enjoys the outdoors through activities such as hiking, skiing, and traveling.
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Tony graduated with a first honours Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from Hong Kong in 2002. Having an interest in treating overuse injuries and acute trauma, he completed a Master’s degree in Sports Medicine & Health Science from the Chinese University of Hong Kong in 2017.
For the last 24 years, Tony served his clients in outpatient orthopedic settings, utilizing therapeutic interventions conceptualized from Australia, Canada, China, UK and US. Intrigued by how everyday life can set the body control “off balance”, he developed interest in diagnosing the root cause, communicating treatment options with clients, and averting the imbalance with various strategies. One of his avenues of choice is Clinical Pilates, where core body control is addressed with priority, such that remaining kinetic issues are often self-corrected to a surprising degree.
Tony speaks fluent English, Cantonese and Mandarin. When it comes to rehabilitation, he leads by example, living an active lifestyle and always finding new pathways to health promotion. If you don’t see him treating clients at the clinic, you’ll find him hiking, biking, windsurfing, and playing tennis in your neighborhood. Tony is also certified in PADI Advanced Open Water Scuba Diving.
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Eric graduated with honours from the 3000-hour Vancouver College of Massage Therapy Full-time program. Through the school’s clinic internship and
outreaches, Eric has acquired invaluable experience working with a variety of clients including
office workers, residents at Friends for Life, spinal cord injury patients at ICORD, and even a professional CFL athlete. Eric also has a background in Kinesiology, with an undergraduate degree from the University of
British Columbia.
Utilizing a wide array of techniques, encompassing Swedish massage, deep tissue massage,
myofascial release, neuromuscular techniques, joint mobilizations, and trigger point work, Eric
tailors each session to the needs of every individual. Whether relieving muscular tension,
alleviating pain, promoting mobility, or providing relaxation, Eric attends to the concerns of
each of his clients.
Motivated by the desire to help others, Eric aims to create a supporting and welcoming
atmosphere where clients can relax and feel comfortable. Combining his hands-on skills with a
compassionate approach, Eric is committed to improve people’s well-being so that they leave
the treatment room feeling better than when they came in.
Outside of work, Eric is a competitive powerlifter with a provincial championship
gold medal, and a provincial deadlift record.
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Stephanie completed her Bachelors of Human Kinetics at the University of British Columbia. She is a registered kinesiologist in good standing with the BC association of Kinesiologists.
Stephanie has experience working with children as a sports coach and life skills worker. She also works in long term care running exercise groups.
Stephanie has been a part of organized team sports since high school. She has first hand experience with sports injuries and rehabilitation.
Her passion is in providing people with access to the benefits of exercise. People are often told to exercise by their doctors or they just know exercise is good for their health but not know how to tap into those healthy benefits. She is also passionate about the connection between mental health and exercise, and how exercise can be medicine for the brain.
During her free time, Stephanie will be outdoors with her kids, or playing all sorts of sports like volleyball, dodgeball, ultimate or biking. On rainy days, She will be crafting away exercising those creative juices.
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Yi graduated from Beijing Traditional Chinese Medicine University with Bachelor and Master in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine and worked in the hospital setting in China for 6 years. After moving to Canada, she successfully obtained her license in Acupuncture and has been practicing acupuncture and Chinese Medicine since.
She specializes in treating pain, anxiety/depression, digestive system disease, gynecological disease and stroke.
She combines acupuncture and Chinese medicine decoctions or cupping, moxibustion to help patients solve various conditions.
Yi also graduated from MH Vicars School of massage Therapy in Calgary in 2018 and has also been practising as a registered massage therapist. She specializes in relaxation massage, prenatal massage and acupressure massage.
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My approach to clinical counselling is built on collaboration, warmth, and creativity. I strive to create a space in which you can freely share your heart and mind and we can work together in service of your unique goals. I practice primarily from an existential and solution-focused perspective which means that I like to focus on enhancing self-awareness, strengthening personal values, and taking actionable steps towards a life you find meaningful and authentic.
Ultimately, I am a client-centered counsellor at heart, emphasizing a non-judgmental atmosphere and unconditional positive regard for whatever you choose to share during our sessions.Outside of counselling, I am an avid gardener, and a martial arts teacher, and I enjoy reading and writing about philosophy and psychology.
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Joel is Brazilian, where he studied Physical Education at Estácio de Sá University for 04
years.
He is a certified Pilates instructor and has worked as a personal trainer for over
15 years in Brazil with people of all ages and athletes.
He has always had an active and competitive sporting life as an ultramarathon
runner, participating in various races in several countries.
Working with Pilates and owning 2 studios in Brazil for 5 years has given me the
opportunity to help clients achieve their goals, helping them reduce their pain, recover
from their injuries and lead them to have a healthy lifestyle.
These are my top priorities and I will always use science-based training methods
to ensure results every time.”
Joel is Brazilian, where he studied Physical Education at Estácio de Sá University for 04
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Dillon believes in providing custom therapeutic treatments that range from mild to moderate pressure tailored to the needs of his patients.
Graduating from West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2017, Dillon has a passion for therapeutic massage. He has a Bachelor of Human Kinetics degree in Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia and is also a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
He utilizes his knowledge of various massage techniques that incorporate neuromuscular, myofascial and trigger point applications as well as movement-based interventions. These assist in the restoration of the body to optimal functioning. Additionally, he uses his Strength and Conditioning background to increase performance and prevent injuries in daily life and in high performance activities.
After determining each client’s needs, he selects either a therapeutic or relaxation approach. Above all, Dillon believes that a therapeutic intervention involving massage will help relieve pain, reduce stress, and address any specific concerns a client may have.
Dillon’s mission is to provide his clients with pain and stress relief so they can begin living the life that they love.
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Jeff Qiu is a registered massage therapist as well as a registered acupuncturist.
He graduated from MH Vicars massage school and has been working as a massage therapist for more than 6 years. He specializes in deep tissue massage, prenatal massage, trigger point release and acupressure massage. In his free time, Jeff enjoys reading history books, watching documentary and playing basketball.
Techniques Used :
Deep Tissue Massage
Swedish Massage
Trigger Point Release
Acupressure massage
Prenatal massage
Languages Spoken:
English, Mandarin
Jeff was a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Doctor in China with extensive knowledge of acupuncture points.
- MD/Ph.D - China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences
- Master Degree - Guangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Bachelor Degree - Jiangxi College of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Jeff Qiu is a registered massage therapist as well as a registered acupuncturist.
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Leo Qiu is a Kinesiologist and a practicing member of the BCAK. He obtained his Bachelor Degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Active Health and Rehabilitation from SFU. He has worked at Karp Rehab clinic and Fraser Health with a focus on functional mobility, strength and injury prevention. He is passionate about helping people to return to their most loved activities and working pain free again.
Leo is fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. During his spare time, Leo enjoys hiking, cycling and running.
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Dr. Sirus Vakilian
Dr. Vakilian is a strong believer that health is a “state of complete physical, mental and social
well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity” WHO.
He is an advocate of using the most up to date scientific research in providing his patients with
evidence-based and patient-centred care.
Prior to graduating from the University of British Columbia with a Kinesiology degree in 2015,
he studied business at the University of Toronto. His passion for Health Care was a driving
factor for his work as a Kinesiologist alongside many health care professionals in a
multidisciplinary environment. He then earned his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree from the
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2020. While completing his Doctor of Chiropractic
degree, he fulfilled his clinical internship at St. John’s Rehabilitation Hospital (SunnyBrook) in
Toronto, ON.
His motivation to become a Chiropractor started in his teenage years after being involved in
two severe car accidents. He was experiencing chronic headaches and back pain when he was
encouraged to see a Chiropractor by his family physician. After a few treatments, he was
impressed with the outcome of Chiropractic care for the various symptoms he was suffering
from.
Dr. Vakilian has always been involved in giving back to his community through different
organizations. He was an active volunteer with the Canucks Autism Network (C.A.N) who have a
vision for all individuals with autism to be understood, accepted and supported in all
community spaces. He has helped enrich the lives of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum
Disorder through sports and community-based activities. He has also previously volunteered for
the Cypress Mountain Ski Patrol and the West Vancouver Aquatic Center.
Dr. Vakilian has been a lifelong resident of Vancouver and has been very active in the sporting
community, both as an athlete as well as a trainer. Alongside his eleven years of pos-secondary
education, he earned his national and international tennis coaching certification and has been
heavily involved in the tennis community for over 20 years. In his spare time, he enjoys skiing,
running, research, and exploring his talents in the kitchen.
Dr. Sirus Vakilian
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