Meet the team

Dr. Shruti is a Chiropractor, Acupuncturist and Clinical Nutrition Consultant. She completed her Doctorate of Chiropractic degree and Masters’ of Science in Applied Clinical Nutrition in at New York Chiropractic College. As a result, Dr. Shruti is a Registered Nutritional Consulting Practitioner (RNCP). She believes in functionally treating patients to achieve their optimal quality of life and addressing the cause of their symptoms. Through her knowledge of Nutrition and Chiropractic, combined with a background in complementary care modalities, such as Craniosacral Therapy, Reflexology, Aromatherapy and Therapeutic Touch, Dr. Shruti offers a diverse array of treatment options to her patients and their families. Dr. Shruti looks forward to working with you and your loved ones.

Dr. Shruti’s mission is to educate, inspire, and support her clients to enhance their well-being through the integration of conventional chiropractic, clinical nutrition and complementary care modalities. The goals of her practice are to encourage individuals to recognize their ability to achieve optimal wellness by providing quality service, personalized therapeutic treatments using premium products and offering competitive prices. She believes the combination of various treatment modalities enhances patients’ results.

Dr. Ryan Parr graduated from Brock University with an honours degree in Kinesiology before he moved onto D’Youville Chiropractic College in Buffalo, NY and completed a 4 year doctorate of Chiropractor program. He is a board certified Chiropractor in Canada and holds memberships with both the Ontario and Canadian Chiropractic Associations. Dr. Ryan is able to assess, diagnose, and successfully treat many conditions including but not limited to the following:

Low back pain, fibromyalgia, sciatica, herniated discs, degenerated discs, scoliosis, arthritis, hip pain, knee pain, plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, neck pain, headaches, jaw pain, rotator cuff injuries, tendonitis injuries and whiplash injuries.

His treatment methods include a gentle Chiropractic adjusting technique using a computerized pro adjuster, spinal decompression, soft tissue and muscle release therapies, and custom orthotics. Traditional manual Chiropractic adjustments are also available upon request. We have the ability to utilize and develop X-Rays onsite to further understand and treat any issues that may be ongoing.

Dr. Ryan grew up in the Durham Region and returned to help service the community through Chiropractic care and extensive volunteer work. Currently he does talks on injury prevention and treatment for the running room and is a Canadian Chiropractic board examiner testing competency of Chiropractic students. He is engaged to be married in 2018 and has two wonderful young children (Mollie and James). In his off time, Dr. Ryan likes to be active by playing golf, hockey, indoor soccer, snowboarding, and ultimate Frisbee.

Is a registered physiotherapist with 15 years of clinical experience. In 1997, he graduated with honors from the University of Western Ontario’s physical therapy program. In 2006, he was registered to practice acupuncture in the province of Ontario. His practice uses traditional methods such as exercise programs, manual therapies, modalities as well as progressive methods such as acupuncture, therapeutic taping, myofascial connective tissue release, and vestibular therapy. Over the years, Rob has worked and gained valuable experience in various areas of physiotherapy leading to a well rounded skill set. His goals are to develop an all-encompassing practice. Having said that, his passion is sports injuries and has treated numerous athletes in the clinic and on the field! He has worked with various athletes in Calgary and the GTA. He was the head physiotherapist for the 2000 Ontario Summer Games.Rob uses a variety of treatment techniques and focuses on the “root cause” in solving your issue(s). He has a large “tool box” of treatment techniques and uses each “tool” or technique as necessary.

I am a Naturopathic Doctor, completing my degree at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM). In 2007, I graduated with honours from Wilfrid Laurier University with a BSc in Psychology. I’m a huge fan of community events and love getting involved. I was a VP of Social Programming for 2 years at CCNM, enriching the lives of students and faculty with activities, student pride, and welcoming and guiding new students. I also graduated with the honour of the Spirit Award, an award chosen by fellow peers to be given to someone who demonstrates exceptional commitment and involvement to raising school spirit by making a positive imprint on the CCNM community. My journey to becoming a Naturopathic Doctor started as soon as I heard about the College of Naturopathic Medicine while I pondered what I would do after graduating from Laurier. I had never heard of this profession prior to that, and as soon as I got the pamphlet in my hands I knew this was for me. It had described all the values about medicine that I resonated with: promoting wellness, natural preventions, getting to the root cause, and empowering the patient to heal themselves. I was also drawn to the modalities it offered, such as botanical medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, nutrition, homeopathy, physical medicine, and life-style counseling. I was awarded the good fortune of being able to follow a Naturopathic Doctor for 2 months as part of a community program which allowed me to see first hand if this was the profession for me. I knew within the first day that it was and I haven’t looked back since. As your Naturopathic Doctor, I’m interested in helping you achieve your health goals by providing you with personal, safe, and effective individualized care. I look forward to having a positive impact on the Bowmanville and surrounding community.

Christa Bright RMT, graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in 2004. She is a member of the College of massage therapists of Ontario. Christa specializes in prenatal massage and Doula services. She has taken extensive training in prenatal and infant massage and feels massage can help decrease pain and help to prepare the body for childbirth. Christa’s treatment style includes superficial and deep myofascial release therapy, including trigger points as well as traditional massage techniques.

Pamela graduated from Humber College with an Advanced Diploma in Massage Therapy, where she was the recipient for the Program Coordinator’s Leadership Award. Pamela became registered under the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) in August of 2015. She is a member of the Registered Massage Therapists’ Association of Ontario (RMTAO) and is continuing her studies in the health care field with the Bachelor of Allied Health Sciences (BAHSc) program from UOIT. She believes that many individuals can benefit from Massage Therapy treatments and emphasizes the importance of homecare and stretching.

Pamela was born and raised in Bowmanville and enjoys bringing relaxation and relief to her patient with Massage Therapy. She believes that listening to the needs of your own body is most important to maintain well-being. In her spare time, she enjoys camping, traveling, volleyball and volunteering with Girl Guides of Canada as well as planning her wedding scheduled for October 2017.

With a background in personal training, and Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy assistance, Rey starting working with his most favorite modality; Laser. Laser is a treatment that helps speed up healing of an injury, and you can consider it a machine that helps with inflammation and healing.

Laser therapy can offer a range of treatments; we can help you quit smoking, and lose weight or if you’re having trouble with drug or alcohol addiction or need relief from stress.

Brenda is a superstar of our team who organizes and orchestrates clinic events, manages patient appointments, patient requests and even keeps our doctors on schedule! She has been with our team for over 6 years. Over the years she has seen lives transformed and people regain their health which is what motivates her to serve each and every person that walks through our door to her utmost.

Michelle is a Consulting Hypnotist, 7th Path™ Self Hypnosis Practitioner/Instructor, Reiki Practitioner, and CCMBA Practitioner/Instructor, trained and practicing locally since 2013. Michelle went through some major life changes in late 2012, which led her to discover Hypnosis and energy work (CCMBA) to heal and find her True Self again. This spiritual journey of self-discovery has become her life focus not just personally but as a career in helping many others move forward in their personal growth and healing.

Michelle is the proud owner of True Self Hypnosis in Bowmanville, ON., specializing in Self Hypnosis, Reiki, Chakra Energy and CCMBA Energy Healing, Virtual Gastric Band Weight-Loss Program, Menopause Relief, Stop Smoking, Alcohol Reduction Program, Sports Hypnosis/Brain Training for Mental Focus in Sports Program and an Assertiveness Coach. She has also received certification as a Metaphysical Hypnotist, NLP Practitioner, and has training in Hypnodontics, Pain Management, The Simpson Protocol, Axiatonal Alignment and Insights from Tree Drawing, and is always adding more to her tool box.

Michelle looks forward to meeting you soon!

Allison Balkaran is a highly skilled and experienced Individual and Family/Couples Registered Psychotherapist, in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario(CRPO) and the National Guild of Hypnotist.

She is a creative, compassionate and empathetic therapist providing exceptional care in implementing effective treatment plans and education for individuals and couples experiencing a break in effective functioning in their life.

Guiding and empowering people to achieve their fullest potential is her main purpose as a Therapist. Her bag of tools and techniques for treatment are endless and she prefers a holistic approach to therapy. An approach that encompasses the mind, body and spirit.

Sandro is our in-house Certified Nutritional Practitioner, who graduated in 2012 from the Institute of Holistic Nutrition, and is also a Certified Level 1 Darby Training Practitioner. He has been working in the health and wellness industry for the past 6 years, where he has found joy in helping others understand the value of living naturally. Using food as medicine, Sandro will create nutritional and supplemental protocols tailored to the individual. Through this approach, clients may benefit by experiencing reduced systemic inflammation throughout the body, allowing oneself to manage pain more efficiently. Ultimately, the goal for Sandro’s clients is to feel revitalized, youthful, and increase longevity. Sandro’s passion for this industry stems from his own family’s lifelong struggles with health, where he quickly realized the importance of taking responsibility for his own well being by educating himself through the ancient wisdom’s of using food and herbs as medicine, as well as through physical movement, and managing stress. Sandro brings a non-judgmental approach, that shows passion and care for each client that he serves. He takes the time to teach his clients, and has the understanding that a healthy lifestyle comes in small steps.

If you don’t take care of your body, where are you going to live?

Mary Hitchon is a chiropodist who prides herself on providing the highest quality foot care possible. She is registered with the College of Chiropodists of Ontario. Mary completed her Health Sciences degree at Western University. She then enrolled in the Chiropody program at the Michener Institute at UHN where she was awarded the CFPM Dr. Brian Brodie Research award and graduated with distinction.

Mary is able to help with many foot issues including warts, ingrown nails, plantar fasciitis, orthotics, fungus, diabetic foot care, wounds, callus, corns, and more. She has a special interest in diabetic education to help prevent foot infection and amputation.