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Chiropractic
In order to live optimally, one must determine and treat the cause of a problem, rather than the symptoms. At Lead, we believe that touch is a powerful tool and we deliver a holistic, hands on, individualized approach to health and wellness.
Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic Medicine blends scientific knowledge with traditional and natural medicine. Naturopathic Doctors are trained professionals who treat patients through a natural approach.
Physiotherapy by Nomad Therapies
Let Lead Physiotherapy by Nomad Therapies help restore, maintain, and maximize your body's alignment, balance, and overall function.
Massage Therapy
At Lead Massage, you are in good hands. Regardless your ailment or interest, Lead Massage has the services you need.
Fascial Stretch Therapy
Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) is a form of assisted stretching that targets fascial connective tissue and joint capsules to increase range of motion and stability, improve performance, and reduce pain. It’s a pain-free method that is great for injury prevention and rehabilitation.
Mental Health
A healthy body includes, a healthy mind, healthy relationships and a healthy perspective. Lead Mental Health focuses on treating the individual and helps you live a happy, healthy lifestyle.
Rapid Transformation Therapy
Holistic Nutrition
Holistic Nutrition is a special combination of modern science and traditional methods based on the philosophy that each person has unique nutritional requirements.
Kinesiology
Exercise therapy uses gentle strengthening and stretching exercises to decrease overall body pain and discomfort. Our experienced Kinesiologist will develop an adaptable exercise regimen to fit the specific need of the client using proper movement patterns, lifting and stretching techniques.
What we do
- Personalize exercise rehabilitation routine based on history and needs of the client.
- Group and/or individual exercise programs for a variety of different ages.
- Implement constructive instruction in proper lifting techniques
- Write up exercise and stretching plans based on needs of given client and provide pictures alongside appropriate amount of sets, reps, rest times, and tempo.
- Provide a friendly gym environment for a variety of age groups
Benefits of Exercise Therapy
- Increases muscular strength and endurance
- Increases overall body range of motion and flexibility
- Increases awareness of body and self
- Improves overall posture and body mechanics
- Improves muscular balance and coordination
- Decreases overall pain and discomfort through light physical conditioning
- Manages chronic and acute injuries
- Increases physical and mental wellbeing
Breathwork
Personal Training
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy is a type of health care that helps to solve the problems that interfere with a person’s ability to do the things that are important to them. Occupational therapists, often called OTs, are the primary providers of occupational therapy services. OTs are trained to understand not only the medical and physical limitations of a disability or injury, but also the psychosocial factors that affect the functioning of the whole person – their health and their wellness.
Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Acupuncture (Medical)
Contemporary Medical Acupuncture is a therapeutic intervention used to induce physiological changes on the activity of the nervous system for the therapeutic purposes of optimizing function and managing pain related to musculoskeletal dysfunction. Contemporary Medical Acupuncture is a mechanism-based approach, with treatments designed based on clear anatomical and functional criteria. It has been shown to be effective in reducing inflammation, increasing blood flow, and decreasing pain through the release of neurotransmitters, neuropeptides and endorphins thus enhancing the body’s own physiological mechanisms. It is an effective adjunct approach to other manual therapy interventions when addressing musculoskeletal pain problems, headaches, chronic pain and other movement disorders.
Briana Descalchuk
Briana was very active growing up. She played many sports, including competitive ringette for over 20 years! During those years, she helped her teammates with impromptu massage treatments, which led to Briana to complete her formal massage training in 2005.
In 2012, Briana started training in the John F Barnes Approach to Myofascial Release (MFR). The approach made so much sense to her. It resolved her own persistent pain and changed her practice forever. She now exclusively offers Myofascial Release treatments.
>“Since switching my practice to MFR, I am loving the opportunity to work with clients who have suffered with persistent (and sometimes unexplained) pain and seeing an ease and lightness return to their life.”
Briana is excited to be a part of the Lead team because of the multidisciplinary, therapeutic offerings it has for clients, the warm and welcoming atmosphere, and the potential for practitioner partnerships to be formed!
Myofascial Release is a safe and effective hands-on technique that involves applying gentle but firm sustained pressure into the Myofascial connective tissue restrictions created by trauma, inflammatory responses and/or surgical procedures.
Each MFR Treatment session is performed directly on skin without oils or creams. This enables the therapist to accurately detect fascial restrictions and apply the appropriate amount of sustained pressure to facilitate release of the fascia. Please come to your appointments with clean, lotion free skin.
Briana was very active growing up. She played many sports, including competitive ringette for ove... Read More
Wild Collective (Dr. Willow)
Alix Fenner
Alix graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy in 2015. She specializes in therapeutic and deep tissue massage. and loves helping people and getting them back to the best quality of life they can have.
Alix grew up in The Pas, Manitoba and has always been active and loves trying as many sports as possible, with hockey being her favourite. She credits her older brother who has pushed her to be the best possible person, but is also the reason she grew up to be a goalie! After playing hockey for the University of Manitoba, she moved to Saskatoon and pursued her career in massage therapy.
>I love helping people, every person is so different and to me I treat each person as a new puzzle and I need to find the missing puzzle pieces to get you back to normal.
Throughout her career as a massage therapist, Alix has improved her client’s quality of life by listening to their complaints and figuring out where the problems are stemming from, then working from there.
Whenever Alix isn’t with massage clients, she loves hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors!
Alix graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy in 2015. She specializes in the... Read More
Ms. Janelle Thomas
Janelle Thomas completed her massage therapy diploma program in 2018 from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy in Saskatoon and has since attained certifications in kinetic massage for the neck, as well as cupping and Rapid NFR for the upper body. Janelle has a special interest in working with clients to alleviate headaches and migraines, sciatica, and plantar fasciitis.
>Seeing clients physical health improvements also helps their mental health. I’m a huge believer in self-care and wellness.
To Janelle, massage there is a great way to help people feel their best and she prides herself on helping her clients achieve that through techniques such as deep tissue, passive stretching and cupping. Since working with clients as a registered massage therapist, Janelle has been nominated for the Best Massage Therapist in Planet S Magazine, and has come in second place twice!
When Janelle isn’t with clients, she enjoys taking her camper out with her family or solo to enjoy the serenity of nature, and she enjoys painting.
Janelle Thomas completed her massage therapy diploma program in 2018 from the Professional Instit... Read More
Deanna Walker
Deanna graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 2019 with a Masters of Physical Therapy with Great Distinction. She was awarded The N.W. Tymchyshyn Memorial Award, presented to the graduate with the greatest clinical proficiency. Prior to that, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology (minor Kinesiology) with Distinction at the University of Regina, while playing for the Cougars Soccer team and coaching youth soccer.
Deanna has a keen interest in both orthopaedic and neurological rehabilitation, as well as paediatrics, vestibular rehabilitation and exercise programming. She looks forward to continuing her education in these areas.
Deanna enjoys working with individuals across the lifespan and strives to provide the tools that her clients need to achieve their goals. She emphasizes individualized care through client education, movement analysis and exercise rehabilitation. She believes in facilitating her clients rehabilitation process to help them reach their potential and maximize their quality of life.
In her spare time, Deanna enjoys running and staying active. She travels whenever possible and is currently busy at home with a new puppy.
Deanna graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 2019 with a Masters of Physical Therapy w... Read More
Charlene Storey
Charlene convocated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy in 2008. Her post graduate designations include acupuncture through the Acupuncture Canada (CAFCI), Gunn IMS through the University of British Columbia (CGIMS), Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy (Cert Sport PT), ImPACT Trained Physical Therapist for concussion management, and Manual Therapy (Level 3) through the Canadian Physiotherapy Association Orthopaedic Division.
Charlene has experience working with individuals with various conditions, from orthopaedic, neurological, chronic pain, and more. She has worked with multiple sports, such as football, gymnastics, soccer, hockey, rugby, and wrestling. Charlene is a Sessional Lecturer at the School of Physical Therapy at the University of Saskatchewan. She has been an educational speaker on topics such as rheumatologic conditions, injury prevention, taping/tensoring, and concussions.
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Kelsey Gramson
(She/Her/Hers)
Kelsey graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy in 2003. She has also completed the McMaster University Medical Acupuncture Program taught through the Department of Anesthesia, Continuing Medical Education, McMaster University in 2016. She is a registered member of the Massage Therapist Association of Saskatchewan, the Provincial Medical Acupuncture Association and the Canadian Contemporary Acupuncture Association.
Kelsey has pursued additional training in areas including myofascial cupping, Graston technique, ligament articular strain technique, occupational health and safety and exercise prescription for rehabilitation.
She enjoys treating a variety of physical conditions with a variety of techniques, tailored to each patient’s stage of life, needs and goals. Kelsey’s aim is to provide individualized, safe and effective treatment by expanding and applying her skills as a manual therapist in treating injured soft and connective tissues. She has significant experience with post-injury, post-surgery and post-concussion manual therapy rehabilitation.
Kelsey is excited to be part of the Lead Integrated Health Therapies team; providing compassionate, collaborative care to promote optimal health and maximize the quality of life for her patients.
Kelsey graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy in 2003. She has also complet... Read More
Nicole Jangula
Nicole graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage with great distinction in April 2022. She has a passion for Thai, intraoral, neck and relaxation massage.
Nicole was introduced to the idea of healing touch by her grandmother who practiced Reiki. Growing up she would use massage to comfort and help people in her life. She has a background in pharmacy but always knew she had a passion for massage. Nicole has taken various Thai massage course prior to becoming a registered massage therapist.
>“I love massage because of the trust and connection I build with people. Helping people to become the best version of themselves is such a joyful experience.”
Offering her clients compassionate therapeutic touch to alleviate their aches and pains, Nicole works to set and achieve meaningful goals for individualized care with each and every client.
Nicole loves to spend time with her husband and two rescue cats, and enjoys tending to her yard and garden in her free time.
Nicole graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage with great distinction in April 2022... Read More
Ms. Chelsey Kerry
Chelsey is a highly skilled and motivated physiotherapist. She graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology, followed by a Master in Physical Therapy in 2018. She was awarded the Joyce Manton Award, which is presented to a graduating student who has shown the greatest development of clinical skills. Her experiences as a competitive dancer and her own injury and subsequent rehabilitation have provided her with a unique perspective on the physical and mental aspects of injury recovery. She has demonstrated a commitment to professional development by pursuing further education, obtaining her level one orthopedics division, pelvic floor, and dry needing certifications.
Moreover, Chelsey’s emphasis on the importance of communication and individualized care for her clients highlights her understanding of the holistic nature of healthcare. By taking a tailored approach to each patient and focusing on building strong therapist-client relationships, she will provide more effective and personalized care. When not at work; you can find her at Lifecycle, teaching spin, on the golf course, paddleboarding, snowboarding or hanging out with friends and family.
Her active lifestyle indicates her passion for promoting health and wellness, which translates into her practice. Her desire to educate and inspire her clients to make lasting changes in their lives aligns well with her patient-centred approach to care overall. Chelsey is excited to join Lead and their integrated team of therapists.
Chelsey is a highly skilled and motivated physiotherapist. She graduated from the University of S... Read More
Dr. Lindsay Ludba
Dr. Lindsay is a compassionate and dedicated chiropractor who has over a decade of experience. She graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2013 with clinic honors. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan. During her undergraduate years, she worked as a student athletic therapist for a number of varsity teams and received invaluable experience managing acute & chronic injuries with high performing athletes.
With a profound commitment to family well-being, Dr. Lindsay’s practice has evolved over the years, with a particular focus on prenatal and pediatric care. Her expertise extends beyond the traditional chiropractic realm, encompassing a holistic approach that emphasizes healthy mobility, movement, nutrition, and lifestyle habits. Dr. Lindsay understands the impact of different types of stress on the nervous system and strives to enhance overall body function.
Acknowledging the value of collaboration, Dr. Lindsay values a team approach to health goals, recognizing that collective efforts yield the best outcomes. Her diverse knowledge in chiropractic techniques & manual therapy cater to various needs, including gentle adjustments for those who prefer a less aggressive approach. Dr. Lindsay also holds a unique interest in addressing complicated and chronic pain, always committed to finding the most suitable solutions for her patients.
As a dedicated member of Lead’s integrated model, Dr. Lindsay finds joy in contributing to a positive and supportive environment that fosters healing and growth. Trust that Dr. Lindsay will bring compassion, capability, and a patient-centered focus to your chiropractic journey.
If you would like to get to know Dr. Lindsay better, you can find her on Instagram @drlindsayludba
Dr. Lindsay is a compassionate and dedicated chiropractor who has over a decade of experience. Sh... Read More
Reed Palmer
I played sports as a kid; mainly volleyball, badminton, and basketball. My childhood was not typical as my dad is a performer, so I grew up juggling, riding unicycles, and walking a tight wire. In High school I got into martial arts. This all led me to the health and fitness industry. I previously worked as a personal trainer and moved into Fascial Stretch Therapy three years ago.
>I love what I do because I truly enjoying helping people. Helping make a positive change in a person’s life is something I’m very passionate about. Throughout the years I’ve learned a lot to enable a better quality of life for myself, and I love sharing that knowledge with anyone who is interested!
My main areas of specialty are: functional posture and primal movement patterns, mobility, mindfulness/awareness, pain management, and overall well being. I improve my clients’ quality of life by restoring functional range of motion, increasing joint mobility (or stabilizing for the hypermobile), reducing pain, and improving performance. My focus is on long term sustainability so I put emphasis on teaching my clients how to maintain the progress we make in a session. I do that through teaching movement based stretching, foam rolling, muscles activation/strengthening, and corrective exercise.
I played sports as a kid; mainly volleyball, badminton, and basketball. My childhood was not typi... Read More
Tia Penner
(She/Her/Hers)
Brittany Lane
Brittany has always had a passion for helping people. After 15 years as a nurse, she found hypnotherapy while she was on her own healing journey and she knew she had to be a part of the movement to help others uncover and learn about their limiting beliefs, subconscious programming and how these affect day-to-day life. Brittany gained her certification in Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and Hypnotherapy through Marissa Peer (the founder of RTT) in 2018.
>I underwent a hypnotherapy session when I began my healing journey. It was life changing for me. When I began to uncover and learn about limiting beliefs and the programming that I had living within my subconscious, my passion for the subconscious mind was unleashed.
Brittany was drawn towards sharing hypnotherapy as part of RTT with others so they too could begin seeing what is actually possible for them when these limiting beliefs are rewired. As Brittany has shared RTT with clients, she loves seeing people find relief from the negative thoughts they once believed about themselves and returning to the innate knowing of how worthy, incredible and amazing they truly are. Through RTT, Brittany allows clients to find freedom in their lives. To realize that they are deserving of having the things they want in life. Brittany specializes in uncovering what is living within the subconscious mind. Uncovering limiting beliefs, unwanted habits, why clients feel stuck and unable to progress forward, uncovering the root cause of physical ailments.
When Brittany is not working with clients, she loves to practice yoga, and spend time with her daughter and family.
Brittany has always had a passion for helping people. After 15 years as a nurse, she found hypnot... Read More
Dr. Ava Clark
Dr. Ava Clark, D.C., graduated summa cum laude from the University of Western States Doctor of Chiropractic program in Portland, Oregon in 2022. Growing up in Spruce Grove, AB, Dr. Ava participated in dance and gymnastics and has a passion for sport and supporting athletes.
Chiropractic care has been an important part of Dr. Ava’s personal wellness plan as she found significant relief from back pain caused by scoliosis and wanted to bring that same relief to others. Dr. Ava is trained in Webster Technique a specific chiropractic sacral analysis and diversified adjustment for perinatal care and often works with athletes, and is a sports first responder for high school sports teams
Dr. Ava helps patients regain their mobility, then focuses on regaining stability and improving their quality of life. She loves getting to meet new and interesting people every single day. Dr. Ava’s goals for her patients is to improve function, decrease pain, and prevent re-injury. Dr. Ava understands the importance of working with an integrated team in order to provide whole-body health to her patients.
When Dr. Ava isn’t seeing patients, she loves spending time with her dog, Scout, playing pickleball, or thrifting.
Dr. Ava Clark, D.C., graduated summa cum laude from the University of Western States Doctor of Ch... Read More
Dr. Willow Johnson (Langille) ND
Dr. Willow Johnson (Langille) ND graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, Ontario, where she completed her four-year, full time medical training to become a licensed Naturopathic Doctor. This included a twelve-month clinical internship at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic and the Brampton Naturopathic Clinic within the Brampton Civic Hospital. During her clinical year, she was selected for a specialty shift focusing on the treatment of complex, chronic conditions such as Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity.
Dr. Willow ND is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor with the the Saskatchewan Association of Naturopathic Practitioners and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors.
As part of her care, Dr. Willow ND completes diagnostic assessments, including physical exams and blood tests, and provides collaborative and individualized treatment plans that include clinical nutrition and supplementation, diet and lifestyle counselling, botanical medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture, physical medicine and bodywork, homeopathy, and/ or hydrotherapy.
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Brieanna Davidson
Brieanna Davidson graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 2021 with a master’s degree in physical therapy. Her background is a Bachelor of Science in Animal Bioscience from the U of S. Her interests are orthopedics, neurological rehabilitation, geriatrics, and mobile therapy.
I take a functional approach to rehabilitation and believe it’s essential to treat the whole person, not just the injury/disease. I acknowledge that every client is unique and provide individualized treatment carefully considering age, injury, and previous activity level. I enjoy empowering my clients through education and providing tools for self-management. I am passionate about helping my clients get back to doing what they love to do regardless of the injury/disease they face.
When Brieanna isn’t in the clinic, she enjoys staying active while participating in spin classes and workout classes, hiking, playing ringette, softball, and beach volleyball. She also enjoys spending time in the garden, cooking, and checking out local coffee shops around Saskatoon.
Brieanna Davidson graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 2021 with a master’s degree in... Read More
Jessica Tai
Jessica grew up in the small town of Forestburg, Alberta. She started her occupational therapy journey as an Occupational/Physical Therapy assistant 6 years ago. As she worked full time as an OTA/PTA she continued to pursue her dream of becoming an Occupational Therapist.
Jessica completed her degree in Community Rehabilitation at the University of Calgary and Masters of Science in occupational Therapy from the University of Alberta. Jessica currently works with a wide range of clientele with varying developmental, physical, sensory, and emotional needs with the Saskatchewan Health Region. She enjoys working with clients in all walks of life and enabling occupation with them. Jessica was drawn to Lead by the atmosphere and the people of Lead.
In her spare time, Jessica enjoys playing sports, spending time at the lake, bagging peaks, and a variety of outdoor activities including rock climbing, downhill skiing, paddle boarding, and spending time with family and friends.
Jessica grew up in the small town of Forestburg, Alberta. She started her occupational therapy jo... Read More
Michelle Kohle
Michelle has been working in healthcare for the past 20 years. She graduated from Medicine Hat College with a Physical Therapy Assistant Diploma in 1999, and continues today to work as a Therapy Assistant supporting patients with their physical and occupational therapy goals. In 2007, she expanded her skills and knowledge with a Massage Therapy Diploma from the Western College Remedial Massage Therapy in Regina.
>“My approach is intuitive, working with adapting different techniques depending on how the body is responding during a session.”
Michelle enjoys meeting people and hearing their stories. She feels deeply privileged to be allowed into their personal space, and to be of service to provide options for their challenges. She likes to meet clients where they are at and empower them to find their best quality of life.
Michelle has been working in healthcare for the past 20 years. She graduated from Medicine Hat Co... Read More
Janine Oxby
Janine always knew she wanted to be a Massage Therapist. Her dad has been a practicing RMT for over 20 years. Janine followed in his footsteps and completed her massage therapy diploma program in 2011 from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy in Saskatoon.
>“I’ve been treated since I was a kid and find it so beneficial for all stages of life.”
Janine specializes in therapeutic, deep tissue, Swedish/relaxation and prenatal treatments. She also believes in promoting self-care, proper body mechanics and home care to her clients to prolong the benefits of their treatments. She loves hearing and seeing the results of her clients that receive regular treatments.
Janine always knew she wanted to be a Massage Therapist. Her dad has been a practicing RMT for ov... Read More
Jessica Peskleway
Jessica completed her Massage & Hydrotherapy program at McKay Career Training in Saskatoon in 2015. She went on to do some freelance massage in Saskatoon and surrounding areas before joining Nomad Therapies in May of 2015. Jessica is trained in several types of massage including Swedish, trigger point therapy, deep tissue massage, prenatal massage, and relaxation massage. She prides herself in her capacity to tailor each massage to the needs and conditions of her client.
Jessica completed her Massage & Hydrotherapy program at McKay Career Training in Saskatoon in... Read More
Tammy Nelson RPN,BSW,MSW, RSW
Tammy Nelson RPN,BSW,MSW, RSW
Tammy has worked as a mental health counsellor and educator for well over 25 years. Tammy’s vast experience includes working as a counsellor in private practice, a mental health family educator, counselling university faculty and college students, a psychiatric nurse educator, community mental health, addictions counsellor & educator, and emergency response. Tammy practices from a holistic client based approach to promote optimal health with her clients. She currently works with adults and couples, however everyone is welcome!
Through collaborative efforts, Tammy partners with her clients to find solutions through dialogue, forge new paths, celebrate aha moments, and come to a meaningful understanding and acceptance of themselves and their capabilities. Tammy believes that inevitable personal growth and healing will occur through the therapeutic exchange.
Tammy specializes in anxiety and mood disorders, relationship issues, self-esteem, anger, stress and coping difficulties, trauma, grief and loss, interpersonal abuse, addictions( substance, sexual), disordered eating, and life transitions.
I invite you to be curious and discover more about yourself, while attempting new skills in a safe, welcoming space.
Tammy prefers to see couples in person and not virtual where applicable.
Tammy Nelson RPN,BSW,MSW, RSW Tammy has worked as a mental health counsellor and educator for we... Read More
Justine Bouvier
Justine is not only a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, she is also an Elementary School Teacher and Wellness Advocate for doTerra essential oils.
Justine utilizes a combination of her formal education in holistic nutrition and her years spent working in health, the restaurant industry and with kids to be uniquely positioned to be able to offer meaningful consults, teachings, recipes and guidance to those looking to take full control of their health and happiness. She has a vast knowledge of cooking and recipe creating as well as meal planning for all dietary needs. You can see this passion on her Instagram page @paleogut.
>“Nourishing my body and mind is a huge passion of mine and I hope to inspire this excitement on others in an easy, enjoyable and attainable way.”
Justine loves being a Holistic Nutritionist because she knows how empowering it can feel when you have control of your own health. She loves supporting and guiding others to feel their very best. She is constantly brainstorming new recipes and finding new ways to balance her own body’s needs at a given time.
With her practice she wants to get to the root cause of an individual’s health concerns by considering their diet, lifestyle and their physical and mental being. It all starts from where you are. Empower yourself. And adjust habits and beliefs.
Justine is not only a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, she is also an Elementary School Teacher ... Read More
Ms. Jocelyn LeBlanc
Jocelyn graduated from the college of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan in June of 2023. Her education in human kinetics and movement has made her passionate about helping people recover from injury, enhance their sport performance, and functionally move through the world with confidence. It is important to Jocelyn to meet each client where they are and support them in reaching their individual health goals by establishing and sustainable and long-term healthy lifestyle habits. Jocelyn enjoys working with all populations and her approach is rooted in evidence-based practices when delivering exercise prescription, rehab programming, and health education. Her background in competitive figure skating has afforded her a deep understanding of human movement and physical well-being and the vital nature these have on the mind and body and she is excited to share this knowledge with her clients. Outside of the clinic Jocelyn is a figure skating coach as well as a yoga and meditation facilitator!
Jocelyn graduated from the college of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan in June of 20... Read More
Kaitlyn Silverthorn
(She/Her/Hers)
Kaitlyn began her career in the field of health and wellness as an Administrative/Chiropractic Assistant with Stonebridge Chiropractic in Saskatoon. After seeing what a difference a supportive and encouraging team of providers can do for a person’s overall well-being, she was inspired to expand her career into massage therapy.
Kaitlyn graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy with great distinction in December 2023. She has acquired a passion for deep tissue and trigger point work. She is passionate about the fascial system and working with the body’s nervous system to release tension and stress, and so has incorporated Myofascial cupping into her treatment options.
Kaitlyn began her career in the field of health and wellness as an Administrative/Chiropractic As... Read More
Samantha Gray
(She/Her/Hers)
Samantha graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapist in April of 2021. She specializes in relaxation, deep tissue, and myofascial cupping.
Samantha grew up in Saskatoon and loved playing all sports, especially hockey and wrestling. After attending Walter Murray Collegiate where she was a trainer for both the junior and senior football teams, she decided that a career in massage therapy was for her. As an active member of her community, Samantha decided to combine her love of sport and movement and her desire to help patients improve their quality of life.
Samantha was drawn to Lead because of their wide variety of specialties offered and the opportunity to collaborate with other therapists within the building.
Samantha’s favourite part of being a massage therapist is being able to connect with her clients, helping them improve their quality of life, and watching them grow alongside herself.
I feel that massage therapy is not only physical but mental, and your body holds your stress within itself. Providing a safe, welcoming environment inside of the treatment rooms helps create trust between therapist and client. Having a judgment-free zone makes it easier to understand issues, assess, and finally treat the body as a whole.
When she is not treating clients at Lead, Samantha loves spending time at the lake with her family and playing with her crazy puppy, Luna.
Samantha graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapist in April of 2021. She spe... Read More
Samantha Dieno
Samantha graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 2018 with a Master of Physical Therapy. Prior to that, she completed a Bachelor of Exercise Science with minors in Coaching and Leadership at Dickinson State University where she played collegiate softball.
Samantha is interested in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and will be pursuing further training in orthopaedic manual and manipulative skills. Due to her extensive involvement in athletics of all kinds, Samantha understands the impact physical activity can have on quality of life, she is passionate about helping clients from all walks of life reach their goals for both fitness and function.
Samantha is committed to client advocacy and providing care to underserved populations, she is excited to be offering mobile physiotherapy services both in Saskatoon, as well in in rural communities between Saskatoon and Davidson.
When she is not in the clinic, Samantha enjoys staying active, coaching youth softball, and teaching learn to skate classes.
Samantha graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 2018 with a Master of Physical Therapy.... Read More
Melissa Lepp
Melissa graduated from the McKay Massage and Hydrotherapy Program in 2006 and has over 15 years experience as a registered massage therapist. She specializes in prenatal, deep tissue, relaxation and therapeutic massage.
Being a nurturer by nature with an interest in the human body, Melissa was drawn to the idea of helping others through massage therapy. She also knew firsthand the benefits of massage, having found it helpful as part of her recovery after an accident in her teens.
>I love being able to work with people and treat a variety of conditions. Having clients walk away feeling better than when they came in is very rewarding.
Melissa prides herself on creating a calm and comforting space where her clients can let go of the daily stresses of life. She aims to provide a thorough treatment to address areas of concern but also thinks outside the box to work on areas that the client may not have realized needed to be worked on.
When Melissa isn’t with clients, she loves spending time with her 3 kids and their many pets, taking time to read, or spending time outdoors hiking, cycling and paddle boarding.
Melissa graduated from the McKay Massage and Hydrotherapy Program in 2006 and has over 15 years e... Read More
Dr. Jessica Brandt
Jessica graduated from Northwestern Health Sciences University’s Doctor of Chiropractic program in 2023 with an emphasis in sports and rehabilitation studies. She has also completed a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the U of S where, during her studies, she worked with the Huskies Wrestling team as a student trainer.
Jessica’s chiropractic journey started with a passion for helping people and her fascination of the human body. She was introduced to the field of chiropractic through the many injuries she received while playing hockey growing up and as a way of treating her chronic migraines. She loves the idea of making people feel better by getting to the root cause of the problem, rather than just treating the symptoms.
>Jessica’s love for knowledge and reading allows her to continually understand and master new techniques while simultaneously learning more about the human body.
Through her internship, she began to understand more about how our nervous system responds to emotional, psychological, and traumatic stress and how that can positively or negatively impact our body. Jessica is a firm believer that great results in healthcare are never accomplished by one provider and are instead accomplished with a team of people from different disciplines. Jessica’s treatments will be specific to each patient, whether that entails gentler adjustments, soft tissue work, or diversified adjustments to help her patients function and feel better. Jessica also has a special interest in treating patients with hypermobility and other connective tissue disorders.
When Jessica is not in the clinic you can find her embroidering, reading, and hanging out with her dog. She loves to travel, spend time up at her family cabin, and spend time with family and friends.
Jessica graduated from Northwestern Health Sciences University’s Doctor of Chiropractic program i... Read More
Lacey Thompson
(She/Her/Hers)
Lacey Thompson, BSc, MPT Lacey graduated from the Master of Physical Therapy program at the University of Saskatchewan in 2023. Prior to that, she attained a Bachelor of Science in Anatomy and Cell Biology.
Clinically, Lacey is interested in working with orthopedics, neurological rehabilitation, and chronic pain. With a background working as a community support worker in the fields of disability and mental health, she has strong beliefs rooted in human connection and treating the client as a whole through individualized, client-centered care. Lacey is passionate about client advocacy and improving the quality of life and independence of her clients through empowerment, education, and movement.
Outside of work, Lacey enjoys being outdoors in nature, traveling, and staying active through dance, yoga, and aerial sports.
Lacey Thompson, BSc, MPT Lacey graduated from the Master of Physical Therapy program at the Univ... Read More
Kaylie Pederson
Kaylie graduated from The Professional Institute of Massage Therapy in 2011 and has worked in both clinical and spa settings. She believes massage is more than physical, it really has the power to relieve mental stress from everyday life.
>“I find my clients that are the most successful in their treatments/rehabilitation/recovery/relaxation have a team of people in their corner.”
Being able to work with other massage therapists, physiotherapists and chiropractors is a winning formula for Kaylie and her clients’ wellbeing. Her treatments range from deep tissue therapeutic treatments to relaxation. She likes to provide clients with not only relief during their appointment but many forms of home care to ensure that they feel great all the time.
Kaylie graduated from The Professional Institute of Massage Therapy in 2011 and has worked in bot... Read More
Clayton Raynard
Clayton’s life transitioned from working in industrial construction to massage therapy when he wanted to combine his passion for sports and the human body with his desire to help people. Competing at a high level in both wrestling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has helped Clayton understand the mind of athletes and he easily relates to them when it comes to self-care. Knowing how body work like massage, chiropractic care, and physiotherapy can improve a competitor’s edge, Clayton was motivated to attend The Professional Institute Massage Therapy, where he graduated with distinction in 2019.
Clayton has found that providing massage therapy treatments offers him a great sense of relaxation and focus. He hopes he can bring this sensation to his clients, as he believes that all massage therapy should be coupled with some form of relaxation to allow his clients’ bodies to heal. He also understands the need to really listen to his clients during treatment and be sure they feel heard with regards to their wellness.
>“I believe stress and anxiety is just as harmful to the body as any muscular skeletal injury.”
In his off time, you’ll find Clayton practicing Jiu Jitsu and taking his dog to the dog park. He feels honoured to work at Lead, which he calls a one-stop shop for wellness.
Clayton’s life transitioned from working in industrial construction to massage therapy when he wa... Read More
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