Introducing Victoria Chiropractor Dr. John Douglas, D.C.
In school I was fortunate enough to have one of those amazing mentors that you never forget- one of those people that end up being a voice in your head that spurs you on and encourages you at various junctures. For me that was my track coach, Jim Slepica. "Coach Slep" was a 6'2", 230 lb man who managed to take an ordinary group of skinny kids and transform us into a pretty talented team. It was under the direction of Coach Slep that I learned the power of the human body.
Given the right direction, hard work and valuable support, the human body can do amazing things. When I was a part of that track team, "amazing" was sending several of our small town track athletes to compete internationally; a couple years ago "amazing" was -- for one of my patients -- going from not being able to pick up his one-year-old daughter because his back was so sore, to being able to hold and rock her until she fell asleep.
So, my passion for health and my path to chiropractic has been a fairly clear one for me right from the start. From "Day One" I have been fascinated by the intricacies of the human body and chiropractic gives me a daily look into many drug-free and surgery-free ways of positively influencing how the body works. During my kinesiology program I worked as an athletic trainer and I had the opportunity to work closely with physiotherapists, massage therapists, orthopedic surgeons and chiropractors. It was a great experience and a rare chance to delve deeply into many health specialties. It also gave me the chance to find that one specialty that fit: chiropractic.
When I am asked to give a definition of chiropractic, I like to say that the definition is one that the patient and I have to work out together. Chiropractic is a means of helping the body to "be" in its most healthy state possible, and for each person the path to achieving this is a little bit different.
I am committed to helping you achieve your optimal health. Unfortunately, I cannot promise that I will be able to get you there. But, I can promise you that together, with direction, hard work and a lot of support I will do my utmost to get you closer.
Introducing Victoria Chiropractor Dr. Jordan Millar, D.C.
Dr. Jordan Millar received her undergraduate education from UBC where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology. She continued her education at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, Ontario and graduated as a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.). In addition to her chiropractic training, Dr. Millar has also attended additional paediatric and prenatal/postnatal care seminars. She is a member of the International Chiropractic Paediatric Association (ICPA), BC Chiropractic Association (BCCA), College of Chiropractors of BC (CCBC), and Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA).
As a licensed chiropractor, Dr. Millar specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of conditions and disorders relating to the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. She believes firmly in finding and treating the source of the problem rather than the symptoms alone. Dr. Millar believes that education and proper communication are imperative to patient care. When people understand why their pain or dysfunction is occurring, it enables them to make the changes necessary to correct the problem at hand.
Dr. Millar is dedicated to optimizing your health and wellness through chiropractic care. From newborn to adolescence to adulthood, Dr. Millar uses techniques specific to the individual to bring balance to the spine. Spinal alignment will help your body grow, develop and heal naturally as well as adapt to unavoidable everyday stresses and strains. Dr. Millar has an integrative approach, incorporating exercise and nutritional recommendations for optimal health.
Dr. Millar is dedicated towards helping families have healthy pregnancies and births. Pregnancy support pillows assist the pregnant mother for comfortable care. Through chiropractic, infants and children are assisted naturally through their milestones for optimal growth and development.
As an advocate for holistic healing, Dr. Millar will help you reach and surpass your health goals. Whether you suffer from pain, have a colicky baby or just want a spinal wellness assessment, chiropractic is a natural option for you and your family. Dr. Millar is presently accepting new clients.
At Aria Health & Wellness, we strive to nurture you and your family with a natural approach to optimal health. We welcome you to our warm and healing environment where we can support you through integrative and holistic care. Come join us for a family wellness lifestyle.
Introducing Victoria Registered Massage Therapist Amie Brotsky
Amie Brotsky is a Registered Massage Therapist specializing in pregnancy massage and is a teacher at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. Amie graduated with honours in 2005, and found her passion working with pregnancy.
Amie explains, "Being able to offer relief so women can function in their daily lives, sleep better, and prepare for delivery and generally supporting women through thier pregnancy is an honour." A pregnancy table is available.
Amie has studied Aromatherapy, Thai Massage and la Stone therapy and augments her practice with unique techniques to offer treatments that are engaging, effective and relaxing.
For more information about Amie, visit her blog: amiemassagetherapy.blogspot.com
"Eveyone is welcome, whether you are pregnant or not. I look forward to meeting you soon!"
Introducing Jeremy Grassick, Victoria Registered Massage Therapist
I am thrilled to be beginning my career with the other wonderful therapists and Joyce, our charming office manager, at John Douglas Chiropractic. I have had a life-long fascination with the human body and its movement, expressed in a life-long exploration of sport. Gymnastics, martial arts, rock- and ice-climbing, skiing and rugby are but few of the outlets I have pursued to express my desire to enjoy the movement of my body to the fullest. These activities have taught me great lessons and immersed me in many schools of thought on how best to achieve an exciting and healthy life.
The common thread that connects the pass-times that engage me is the development of awareness of the link between our minds and bodies. I have learned that our physical selves have to develop in agreement with our internal world for us to experience our potential. Massage therapy give me a avenue to share the tools I have developed and the lessons I have learned in my own training and dealing with my own injuries and use them to help others.
I love living in Victoria for the friends that I have here and for the beautiful surroundings we are blessed with. The outdoors and anything that brings me to them will continue to be the source of balance and perspective that I need to provide my patients with the best care and advice that I can.
Joyce Brown
Office Manager Joyce Brown is the first friendly face to welcome you into our office's warm and relaxing atmosphere. She is also the voice on our end of the phone to answer any of your questions and schedule your appointments. "I look forward to meeting you and assisting you as we work toward achieving your optimal health."