Acupressure, Acupuncture and Reflexology
Acupressure, Acupuncture and Reflexology use the body’s energy pathways or meridians to rebalance and rejuvenate vital energies. Make an appointment with one of the following therapists to discover the benefits for yourself. Our Edmonton Wellness Centre is conveniently located in downtown Edmonton, Alberta.
Adam Salzman
Audra Pankiw
Beverly Dicks
Christy Bruce
Coleen Gallaher
Adam Salzman
Having completed the 2 year Massage Therapy Diploma Program offered through MacEwan, Adam continued to pursue his interest in complementary health care by taking the 3 year Acupuncture Diploma Program, also offered through MacEwan.
Presently, he practices both massage and acupuncture techniques as a combination therapy to enhance both modalities. Working to provide each client with a fun, safe and healing atmosphere, he specializes in providing a therapeutic and rehabilitative setting that is goal oriented. His work style has been described as deep, healing, therapeutic, knowledgeable and intuitive. Adam’s work has also been geared toward trauma rehabilitation, athletic/overuse injuries and andrology (men’s health), but enjoys working with a variety of clients and disorders.
Adam is very personable and is pleased to answer questions and work with clients with the common goal of well-being and knowledge. Adam also takes pleasure in working with so many talented professionals associated with Healing Connections and is happy to work with them in this group atmosphere to benefit client and therapists alike.
Audra Pankiw
As a yoga instructor and with a nursing background, Audra brings an in-depth knowledge of the body to her acupuncture practice. Treatments include an intuitive combination of acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and massage based on the client’s needs.
Since graduating in 2008 from Grant MacEwan’s acupuncture program, Audra enjoys working with clients for sports injuries, chronic pain, women’s health, obstetrics, pediatrics, and facial rejuvenation.
Audra takes a whole-body approach to treatment sessions with the goal of helping her clients establish a healthy life balance for body and mind.
I also had Acupuncture treatment with Audra. I was really reluctant to try Acupuncture because I really don’t like needles but I tried and it was a great choice.
I was injured in a motor vehicle accident found and that this treatment was extremely effective in the healing process. The message and acupuncture combined complemented each other very well. Audra is extremely good at what she does as a therapist and knows the perfect spots for her needles. You do not walk out feeling like a pin cushion but rather a deep feeling of relaxation. After my acupuncture treatments I always had the best night’s rest thanks to Audra!
Melanie Hambrook, Edmonton, Alberta
Beverly Dicks
Beverly Dicks comes from an eclectic background, enabling her to respond and meet your specific needs. Never a believer in a one-size-fits-all approach, her toolkit includes training and experience in therapeutic massage, reflexology, acupressure and lymphatic massage.
Often described by her clients as an intuitive “healer,” Bev’s compassion and sensitivity sets her apart.
Beverly’s training includes graduating as a RMT registered massage therapist from MaKami College as well as education in nursing and general arts.
The combination of Bev’s masterful intuition, extensive experience, natural skill, and passion for reflexology and lymphatic massage is amazing. Her cheerfully caring personality was welcoming, and once she began her work, it was clear she’s highly gifted. Being a new patient, I asked a lot of questions, and her answers were informative and educational. Her session made me feel more relaxed and balanced. I really enjoyed my session with Bev, and look forward to seeing her again soon.
Shane Ward, Edmonton
Christy Bruce
Christy uses the gentle touch of CranioSacral Therapy and the hands-on work of Reflexology to offer you many levels of opening, balancing, change and growth. Her work leaves your whole body balanced and energized.
Christy provides a space and avenue for you to release and unwind tension and pain, as well as discover and connect with more openness, softness, kindness, flow, joy, and ease in your body and in your life.
“This is the natural state of being that we knew as children, but lost through various life difficulties and stresses. When we allow ourselves to open up, release and let go, we can experience this natural state again,” says Christy.
Benefits of Christy’s work include deep relaxation, relief from chronic pain, freedom from various physical and emotional symptoms and enhanced recovery from surgeries and accidents. For more information, visit Christy’s website: www.findingyourconnection.com
After a few cranial sacral treatments with Christy, I noticed a significant improvement in a health challenge I was dealing with. Christy’s ability to support and follow my body’s lead allows it to easily unwind and release old emotional baggage. Christy also creates a very safe space and shares her intuitive insights which further facilitates the healing process. I really appreciate her work.
Joanna Shandro , Psychologist, Edmonton
Coleen Gallaher
Each of us has the wisdom and ability to heal ourselves. When we are able to listen, we know what we need most to change stressful, unhealthy conditions and restore ourselves to experience vibrant, vital living. Sometimes, however, we need help to strengthen our connection with our own inner life force, to access our own wisdom and to activate our own healing potential. Coleen uses all of the knowledge and skills available to her to powerfully assist and facilitate her client’s revitalizing potential. She does this by bringing her client’s body/mind/spirit to a state of deep relaxation and balance. That is the core and essential secret of using energy techniques for returning to renewed health and vitality.
Coleen is a seasoned energy practitioner with over 15 years experience in energy based healing approaches. She focuses on Usui Reiki, Karuna Reiki, Flow Alignment and Connection, Reflexology. Through her practice, she creates a safe and supportive space where anything that needs to and is ready to heal, can. Coleen has also studied Shamanism, Yoga, Hakomi. She incorporates the wisdom of Shamanism, Yoga, Hakomi, as well as other energetically based techniques into each client session for unique and powerful treatments.
Coleen’s energetic work has been able to reach into the deepest areas with subtle sensitivity. At the same time, I have felt held by the steady and competent way in which she grounds her work, allowing me to unravel, to integrate, and to heal.
Matthew van der Giessen
