Grace is a Registered Dietitian living in Halifax, NS. She graduated from Mount Saint Vincent University with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Human Nutrition with a major in Dietetics and minor in Chemistry. Grace also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from St. Francis Xavier University. Her nutrition passions lie in educating others on how to incorporate nutrient-dense ingredients to meals and snacks, developing healthy relationships with food, and eating to fuel the body for exercise and sport.

Before starting her Dietetics degree, Grace lived in Australia for 2 years and went on a 4-month solo backpacking trip around South America. During this time, Grace worked on an avocado farm in Northern Australia, tried many new cuisines, and fell in love with all things related to food!

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Matt is a Registered Massage Therapist. His approach to massage is rooted in both clinical knowledge and genuine care for an individual’s needs. Whether you’re an athlete pursuing a personal best, recovering from injury, or managing everyday stress and tension, Matt tailors each treatment to support your healing process—addressing not only the area of concern but also identifying underlying patterns that contribute to discomfort or imbalance.

He commonly works with conditions such as low back pain, neck pain and stiffness, and lower body injuries, using moderate to deep pressure based on client preference and therapeutic goals. His treatments often incorporate a blend of General Swedish massage, Myofascial Trigger Point Release, and Low Grade Joint Mobilization to restore mobility and reduce pain.

When he’s not working, he’s usually either on the trail with his golden retriever Boone or cooking with his girlfriend! Matt also spends a lot of time training for running races and Ironman triathlons.

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Dr. Gina Brown, ND is a licensed naturopathic doctor with degrees in both Human Nutrition and Human Kinetics, and a doctorate from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. She combines her background in nutrition, exercise science, and evidence-based lifestyle interventions to help individuals build strong foundations for lasting health. Passionate about making care practical and personalized, she works with people of all ages to address a variety of health concerns and support their goals—whether that’s improving everyday wellbeing or achieving peak performance.

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From a very young age, Dr. Anthony has developed a strong interest in health and fitness. As an athlete throughout most of his life, Dr. Anthony learned the significance of body maintenance early on and how chiropractic can be a key factor in optimizing wellness. More importantly, he wanted the opportunity to give back to his community as the chiropractic profession had given him.

Born and raised in Halifax NS, Dr. Anthony provides his fellow Nova Scotians with the knowledge and necessities to achieve optimal heath and wellness. He is an advocate for helping others achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Anthony is passionate about determining the underlying causal factor of an injury or condition and applies the most evidence-based, patient-centered approach to care. Combining active release therapy (ART), manual therapy, clinical acupuncture, education and exercise prescription, Dr. Anthony is committed in providing patients with the most effective treatment plan in order to maximize their health, wellness and fitness goals.

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Dr. Eve Di Bacco is a chiropractor with a passion for movement and holistic healthcare. Originally from St Catharines, Ontario, she graduated with her Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from Brock University before moving to the west coast to pursue a chiropractic degree from Palmer West College of Chiropractic in San Jose, California. Dr. Eve now calls Nova Scotia home and is excited to immerse herself in the community by empowering her patients to lead active lifestyles. She combines manual therapy, exercise prescription and education in her treatments along with her training from coursework in Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS), Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehab (FAKTR), Motion Palpation Institute (MPI) and Certified Complete Concussion Management (CCMI). Dr. Eve embraces an active lifestyle and outside the clinic is an avid yogi, weight lifter, and hiker.

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Allison is originally from Pictou County. She graduated from Saint Francis Xavier University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics. She then went on to complete her Masters in Physiotherapy at Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland in 2020. Since graduating in 2020 she has worked primarily within private practice and the sports field, both in Nova Scotia and in the United Kingdom, with experience treating various sports teams and athletes including field and ice hockey, rugby, football and golf. During her time in the UK, she has also had the opportunity to work within the hospital setting, gaining invaluable experiences with various neurological, orthopaedic and cardio-respiratory conditions.

As a clinician, she is rehab minded and client-centred in her approach to care, with a commitment to staying focused on what is most important to her clients. She is committed to taking an evidence focused approach to assessment and treatment, believing in movement and strengthening as key elements to longevity, improving quality of life and creating lasting change. Although she treats any and all orthopaedic conditions, she takes particular interest in in chronic low back pain, lower limb injuries, and shoulder pain. Since returning to Nova Scotia early this year, she has expanded her knowledge base to include pelvic floor physiotherapy. Being better able to understand and acknowledge the importance of pelvic health and the pelvic floor, has helped to further develop her skills and understanding of the human body.

Treatment approaches: ⁃ Exercise prescription ⁃ Manual therapy/ soft tissue techniques ⁃ Shockwave/ laser therapy ⁃ Dry needling ⁃ Taping

Outside of work, Allison enjoys spending time with her family and friends, training in the gym and weekend road trips exploring.

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Originally from Ireland, Daragh’s interest in movement and exercise began with sports at a young age, namely Gaelic football, hurling and squash. Upon completing his undergrad, decided to pursue a career in nutrition instead of his dream of becoming a physio, due to his challenge with stuttering. After a few difficult years working in the food manufacturing industry in Ireland and not feeling fulfilled he left for Glasgow, Scotland in July 2019, to work on his speech and pursue Physiotherapy.

Daragh graduated from University College Dublin (UCD) with a BSc in Health and Performance Science in 2013 and completed his MSc in Food Science and Nutrition at the University of Reading in the UK in 2015. He then completed his MSc in Physiotherapy from Queen Margaret University (QMU) in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 2021. Since graduating in 2021 he has gained experience in various clinical areas such as cardio-respiratory, elective/ trauma orthopaedics and neurological rehab, however the majority of his professional experience has been in the musculoskeletal and orthopaedic setting. 

He implements a combination of exercise prescription, manual therapy, and therapeutic modalities to help you reach your goals. He believes strongly in a holistic approach to patient care, involving evidence based practice, education and interdisciplinary care tailored to your specific needs. Daragh treats all orthopaedic conditions, with a special interest in the knee, ankle and shoulder. Daragh is a life long learner, constantly staying up to date with the current evidence to ensure best practice and support for clients under his care.

Outside of the clinic, Daragh enjoys going to the gym, playing Gaelic football, going for hikes and weekend road trips exploring Nova Scotia.

Bonus fact about Daragh: Daragh has had a stutter his whole life, which sometimes made him not want to try things or put himself out there, especially anything where verbal communication was required. Wanting to challenge himself and make a bigger impact on others, left his career in the food the industry to work on his speech in Glasgow and got into Physio.

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Jenna is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy. She has always had an interest in how the human body works and the best ways to support its health and healing. With a patient-centered approach, Jenna provides intuitive, personalized treatments that prioritize comfort and individual goals. She takes the time to listen and ensures that each session is both supportive and effective. Whether addressing a specific concern or simply offering a space to de-stress, Jenna modifies every treatment to meet the needs of her clients. She aims to help clients experience more ease in everyday movement and bring a sense of balance and wellness to their daily lives. Her treatment style ranges from moderate to deep tissue work, incorporating techniques such as myofascial release, cupping therapy, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), Gua Sha, and trigger point pressure release.

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Samara Fougere – R.Ac

Samara is a Registered Acupuncturist in Nova Scotia, who graduated from CCATCM in 2023. She is in good standing with the Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Association of Canada.

Samara treats from the perspective that everything is connected—body, mind, and environment. She understands that both our internal and external worlds influence our health, and she takes the whole picture into account to get to the root of imbalance. Helping clients feel better and maintain lasting wellness.

Her treatments support a range of concerns, including acute and chronic pain, digestive and immune issues, low energy, sleep disturbances, menstrual and menopausal imbalances, and emotional well-being. She is also trained in Reiki energy work (Level 2), which gently complements her treatments when appropriate.

Outside of her practice, Samara enjoys spending time in nature, travelling, watching live music, and practicing yoga.

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Holden is a Registered Massage Therapist with a strong background in orthopedic rehabilitation and clinical assessments. His approach to massage therapy combines clinical knowledge with a practical understanding of how the body moves for treatments tailored to each individuals needs. Whether it is treating an injury, relieving daily tension or supporting overall wellness, Holden is excited to help. Treatment styles include moderate to deep pressure massage, cupping therapy and myofascial approaches.

Originally from just outside Vancouver, British Columbia Holden played Major Junior and University hockey across Canada, where he finally settled down in Halifax before becoming a RMT. When away from the clinic you can find him on the golf course or most importantly spending time with his wife and son. Holden also works for Neutral Zone Hockey, where he heads Nova Scotia’s QMJHL scouting department and travels around North America.

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Tara is passionate about helping people get back to their activities. She prides herself in providing effective treatments to help her patients overcome the issues they are experiencing and improve their quality of life. Outside of treating patients, Tara spends time hiking, camping, cooking, or playing music. She always strives to help people leave her presence in a better state than when they arrive. Treatment approach: therapeutic Pressure: moderate to deep Techniques: myofascial, gua sha, trigger point release Special focus: postural dysfunction, low back pain, upper back pain, trigger points, breast massage Education: Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, 2023 Association: Massage therapist association of nova scotia (MTANS)

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Born and raised in a small town along the shores of Lake Huron in south-western Ontario, Taylor has always had a love for staying active and playing sports. Her passion for movement and wellness sparked an early desire to pursue a career in healthcare.

She started her Massage Therapy career at Georgian College in Barrie, Ontario. Throughout her 3 years, she was able to work with a variety of clients through different clinical settings and outreaches - fibromyalgia, pregnancy, sports, senior care and on the cancer an palliative unit at Royal Victoria Hospital. After graduating from Georgian, the opportunity came to earn a degree abroad, at Munster Technological University! In the small town of Tralee, in County Kerry, Ireland, Taylor earned her Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Health & Exercise Science with Massage Therapy. During her time abroad (when she wasn’t travelling), she was also able to complete her thesis surrounding Sport Psychology, and the effect of happiness levels on students who participated in sports, compared to those who did not.

Taylor takes an individualized approach to every treatment, understanding that each client has unique needs and goals. Drawing on her experience in a variety of techniques—including Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Sports Massage, and Myofascial Release—she tailors each session to promote optimal recovery and relaxation. Taylor also incorporates elements of stretching, joint mobilization, and therapeutic exercise when appropriate, helping her clients move better, feel better, and perform at their best.

When Taylor isn’t in the clinic, you can find her reading a good book, planning her next trip, staying active and playing sports, or spending time with family and friends!

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Nate Saddy, Physiotherapist, MScPT, BHK


Nate completed his Master of Science in Physical Therapy at Queen’s University after earning his Bachelor of Human Kinetics from the University of Windsor. During his academic years, he specialized in movement science, conducting athletic performance testing with OUA football, soccer, and hockey teams. He also completed a thesis in the field of ergonomics and cognitive workload. During this time he also worked as both a rehabilitation assistant and fitness instructor.

Before moving to the East Coast, Nate practiced in Ontario, where he worked closely with orthopaedic surgeons, specializing in both conservative and post-operative care. His expertise includes ACL and meniscal injuries, labral tears, joint replacements, and rotator cuff pathologies. With experience across the lifespan, he also manages chronic pain, osteoarthritis, and a wide range of other musculoskeletal conditions. During his time in Hamilton, his clinic was partnered with professional football and soccer teams including the Hamilton Tiger Cats and Forge FC.

Nate is passionate about evidence-based care and takes a collaborative approach to treatment. He emphasizes education, exercise, and lifestyle strategies to empower clients and help them build confidence in their movement. His rehabilitation philosophy combines manual therapy, exercise, dry needling, and other modalities with an active, functional approach tailored to each individual’s goals.

Outside the clinic, Nate enjoys staying active through hockey, golf, and squash. He also loves spending time outdoors, exploring new restaurants, and connecting with family and friends.

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Liam is a Certified Athletic Therapist From Halifax Nova Scotia. He attended Acadia University, graduating with a Bachelor of Kinesiology Degree in 2023. While attending Acadia, he was a part of the Athletic Therapy program, working with Varsity athletes providing Athletic Therapy services as a student therapist in the Jim Macleod Athletic Therapy Clinic. He achieved his certification as an Athletic Therapist with the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA) in July of 2023.

Liam has provided Athletic Therapy Services for a variety of teams and events, including the East Hants Penguins Jr B hockey team, the Halifax Wanderers Under 21 Football Club and the North American Indigenous Games.

As an Athletic Therapist, Liam has extensive knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics. Liam believes in a holistic approach to treatment, combining manual therapies, patient education and a movement based approach to help patients achieve success in their rehabilitation.

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