Live Well & Thrive Blog
Meet Jennifer Z. – Registered Massage Therapist
We are thrilled to have Jenn Z. as a part of our team! Jenn has been in practice since 2014 and brings a wealth of experience and sports knowledge to her practice here at Thrive. Most notably, Jenn brings a new modality, CranioSacral therapy with her and finds this is...
Let’s Talk About Cooling Down the TCM Way
Hot summer days are finally here. In Southern Ontario wait all year for summer and then when it arrives we are often overheated and overwhelmed with humidity. Before reaching for that iced coffee, caramel Frappuccino, blue raspberry slushy, ice cold beer or cocktail,...
Meet Jennifer M. Registered Massage Therapist
Jenn has been such a joy to have as a part of our team. She has a wonderful positive energy and is clearly passionate about her career as an RMT! She graduated from the Ontario College of Health and Technology in April 2020, and received her registration (mid...
What is Manual Lymph Drainage?
Having recently completed her Level 1, Manual Lymph Drainage certification and working towards her Level 2, Jennifer Mesaric, Registered Massage Therapist shares some info on what MLD is and how it helps in treatment: This is a gentle, non-invasive manual technique...
Let’s talk about Summer, the Fire Element … and TCM.
As we approach the Summer Solstice-the longest day of the year, let’s talk about the TCM understanding of this season, it’s element, the organs most affected and the ways our lifestyle can benefit our body, mind and spirit. Summer is the time when the seeds we...
Mask Mandate Update
As many of you know, the province is lifting the mask mandate for all settings except for long term care facilities and retirement homes. Health care facilities are no longer mandated to continue having people mask when inside. As an Independent Health Care Facility,...
Meet Elissa – Registered Massage Therapist
Elissa quickly became a core member of our team here and has continued to be a warm, calm and welcoming presence and incredibly skilled RMT! Elissa has been registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario since 2013 after graduating from Trillium College....
Meet Jamie – Registered Massage Therapist
Meet Jamie – Registered Massage Therapist Jamie is always a pleasure to have in Thrive. Her vibrant and authentically kindhearted personality is an incredible addition to our team and a lovely welcome for our clients. Jamie became a Registered Massage Therapist in...
Meet Kim – Registered Massage Therapist
Kim has been an awesome addition to our team of practitioners! We love her friendly and outgoing attitude and her focus on all things wellness in her own life, lends itself naturally to her role as an RMT. Kim become registered with the College of Massage Therapists...
Meet Lindsey – Registered Massage Therapist
Lindsey MacNeil has been a practicing RMT since July 2001. Lindsey’s passion is connecting mind to body and she integrates mindfulness seamlessly into her hands-on therapy. She is trained in Swedish Massage, Fascial Stretch Therapy Level 1 & 2, Intra-Oral work,...
Meet Kelly DaSilva, RMT
Kelly continues to be a fantastic addition to the Thrive team of RMT’s. We love her calm, welcoming energy and friendly attitude that brings a ray of sunshine into our space! Kelly has grown an incredible practice with us over 4 years and continues to learn and...
Welcome Anne Vickers, RP
We are pleased to be able to add additional mental health support to our practice. Please welcome Anne Vickers, Registered Psychotherapist to the Thrive team. Anne is a registered psychotherapist with over twenty years of experience in individual, couples and group...
What is CranioSacral Therapy?
CranioSacral Therapy CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system. The craniosacral system is comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal...
Welcome Jenn Zinn, RMT!
We are thrilled to welcome to our team, Jenn Zinn, RMT. Jenn brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Thrive team and a new modality, CranioSacral Therapy! (read more here!) Jennifer graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Physical and...
Welcome Alvin Narciso, RMT
We are excited to welcome Alvin to our Thrive team! Alvin was born in the Philippines and moved to Canada when he was 5 years old. Growing up he was into the arts and slowly transitioned into sports and fitness and started taking fitness seriously after high school...
Let’s talk about Qi … and TCM.
We’ve mentioned Qi several times over the last few weeks. But what is Qi? Usually you will see Qi (pronounced chee) defined as “energy”. However, if you were to look up the word Qi in a Chinese dictionary you would not see this definition at all. The two most...
Massage Therapy Fee Guideline – May 1, 2022
At this time, based on the recently updated fee guidelines from our professional association (RMTAO) and the ongoing increase in expenses, we are implementing a fee increase to ALL treatment times effective May 1, 2022. *Please note that our fee increase...
Let’s talk about Yin/Yang and TCM.
Yin and Yang are meant to represent everything in the universe and exist in balance as complementary, but opposing elements. The word Yin comes out of the meaning “shady side” and Yang “sunny side”. Yin/Yang is the concept of duality forming a...
Let’s talk about liver Qi in Spring.
Spring is a time of re-birth and new growth; time for outward expression, like the first signs of plant life that burst out of the earth. It is a time for new beginnings and waking up. Spring is governed by the Wood element and the Liver organ in Traditional Chinese...
Let’s talk about Spring and The Wood Element.
Spring is the season of growth and renewal. As with Nature we’re coming out of hibernation, energy is bursting forth and like a tree growing upwards. This is a time for us to get moving physically but also making goals to move forward in life. Eating fresh...
Updated Mask Mandates for Health Care Settings
The provincial government recently announced changes to masking mandates as of April 26, 2022. At Thrive, we are defined as a "Health Care Setting" and will continue with mandated masking for our team and our clients until June 11, 2022 at the earliest . Medical masks...
Let’s talk about the 5 Elements .. and TCM.
The 5 elements are a way to explain how all of nature and the environment are interconnected with our physical health, emotional state, diet, and activity. The Elements are always evolving and changing within us. Some elements become stronger and more dominant at...
Let’s talk about TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine)
TCM is a healing art and science comprised of many modalities. Acupuncture: the use of needles inserted into any of over 300 points on the body to move Qi, promote metabolic functions and relieve pain. Herbal Medicine: formulations made up of plants, animals,...
What is Contemporary Medical Acupuncture or Neurofunctional Acupuncture?
Dr. Clive Clutton, Doctor of Chiropractic, has recently added Contemporary Medical Acupuncture (Neurofunctional Acupuncture) to his practice, integrating the modality into his treatments based on his patients individual needs. Neurofunctional Acupuncture is a precise...
Embrace the winter & get outside!
Welcome to Ontario in the winter! It's chilly, it's darker, it's icy. So why not hunker down and stay indoors? What’s so great about being outside this time of year? Let’s look at the benefits of tackling the cold temps and soaking up some snow! Seasonal affective...
Updated Clinic Covid Screening
As of January 1, 2022, our updated Covid screening is as follows and will continue to be required prior to all appointments. Please review for new symptoms added to screening list. Practitioners reserve the right to cancel a client appointment if the screening is not...
Fee Schedule: January 2022
Fee Schedule as of January 1, 2022: Registered Massage Therapy *inclusive of HST* 15 minute session $45 30 minute session $65 45 minute session $85 60 minute session $105 75 minute session $125 90 minute session $145 Chiropractic Initial Assessment $140 Subsequent...
What is Psychotherapy? How might it benefit me?
Mental wellness is crucial for navigating through today’s challenges especially as we make our way out of the last year and a half of uncertainty. Continuing to focus on building our self worth and resiliency remains central. However, our experiences with Covid, have...
Welcome Naheed Atcha: Registered Acupuncturist (R. Ac.)
Naheed is a wonderful addition to the Thrive team! We look forward to introducing our community of clients to the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture! Naheed has a calm, nurturing spirit and we know you will find that she fits right into the team....
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese method used to treat illness, relieve pain, prevent disease and improve well-being. It encourages the body to promote natural healing and improve function by facilitating the natural balance of the body and correcting the...