Jordan is a Registered Massage Therapist that graduated from the Sutherland Chan School of Massage Therapy. Prior to completing his RMT designation, Jordan completed his Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of Toronto.

Jordan’s passion for massage therapy stems from his own lower leg injury. He saw that massage techniques could provide the therapeutic affects to eliminate pain, perform better, and be injury free for longer. In his own practice, he incorporates myofascial techniques, massage techniques, joint mobilizations, cupping, and movement strategies to optimize his clients performance and minimize their pain. He especially applies this to runners of all levels.

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Dr. Claire Bacareza obtained her Honours Bachelor of Health Science in Kinesiology from the Ontario TechU in 2018. She went on to achieve her Doctorate of Chiropractic at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC), graduating Cum Laude. Dr. Claire is an evidence-based Chiropractor that is passionate about exercise and helping people make small changes that can greatly and positively impact their overall health. Dr. Claire understands the multifaceted and complex nature of pain problems which is why she fosters the biopsychosocial approach to healthcare.

Manual therapy, exercise, and education are the three major areas of focus during treatments. Not only does Dr. Claire examine the area of complaint, but also addresses other aspects of patients’ health that may be contributing to the issue including emotional and mental well-being, stress, sleep and sleep hygiene, and nutrition. The human body is an intricate system that requires attention to all areas to function optimally. Dr. Claire believes that everybody is a different body and therefore treatments should be tailored to the needs, goals, and pace of each individual human. She focuses on educating and empowering her patients to achieve a level of self-management, helping people live happier and healthier lives.

When Dr. Claire is not at the clinic she is spending time with her family and friends, out for a bike ride, hike, or kayak, or in the gym!

Advanced Training

Neurofunctional Acupuncture

Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)

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Dr. Nana-Adjoa Bourne is an Ontario registered naturopathic doctor concentrating in sports medicine, pediatrics, and pain management. As a naturopathic doctor and certified sports nutritionist, she works from the inside-out, supporting performance optimization and injury recovery alongside physical rehabilitation. Using lab analysis, supplement recommendations and prescribed high dose injectable therapies, Dr. Bourne delivers individualized care in order to reduce the use of chronic medications, decrease injury-risk and prevent acute injuries from becoming chronic problems.

Dr. Bourne’s clinical expertise in sports medicine and pain management initially stemmed from her work as a strength and conditioning specialist while studying Kinesiology at the University of Toronto. She continued honing these skills as a member of sports medicine focus shift at the Canadian College of Naturopathic medicine. She was able to gain both in-office and field experience caring for competitive and recreational athletes, first as an intern and later as a supervisor during her residency.

Whether competitive, recreational, elite level or just starting out, the goal is to support the human behind the athlete. Working with Dr. Bourne creates a roadmap to ensure your body stays healthy while continuing to do what you love. She’ll help you understand your body, so you stay strong, confident and injury free as you create and pursue your performance goals.

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Dr. Dennis Chen began his journey at the University of Waterloo where he graduated with a Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (2019). He continued his education by obtaining his Doctorate of Chiropractic (Magna Cum Laude) at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (2023). Dr. Dennis is a chiropractor that believes in working collaboratively with individuals to achieve their goals. He understands that a patient’s health is influenced by numerous factors and approaches each case in a holistic manner to determine the right course of treatment.

Dr. Dennis comes from a personal training background and believes that evaluating movement and body positioning is crucial to assessing one’s problems. He incorporates an integrative assessment that evaluates an individual’s movement capacity and tailors it to match their daily responsibilities. Manual therapy, education, exercise/physical activity prescription, lifestyle modifications, and reassurance are the cornerstone of his treatments. Dr. Dennis believes open communication, understanding patients’ preferences , and constant feedback are important in approaching one’s health. He hopes to work together with his patients to support them to be the healthiest and happiest version of themselves.

Outside of the clinic, he continues to pursue his other passion in personal training (from the weekend warriors to the super moms). Dr. Dennis is an avid runner that can be seen traversing new routes and trails throughout the GTA in his spare time. His other hobbies include beach volleyball, kickboxing, tennis, cycling, and most recently, pickle ball.

Special Interests: shoulder injuries, lower body injuries, low back pain, running injuries, volleyball injuries

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After completing his Bachelor’s in Kinesiology at York University, Will obtained his Master’s of Physiotherapy from Western University. From a young age Will had an interest in sports and staying active. After experiencing an injury that was mishandled, Will developed a passion for ensuring that others would not have to go through the same experience. Will uses a combination of education, manual therapy, and therapeutic exercise to help people reach their goals and get back to doing what they love. He is also eager to continue learning new skills to add to his toolbox. Will enjoys being outdoors, playing hockey, spikeball, swimming, and travelling. In his free time, you can catch him trying new restaurants or enjoying live music.

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Jeff completed Bachelor of Science degrees in Biochemistry and Human Kinetics, after which he went on to complete a Master of Health Science in Physiotherapy, all at the University of Ottawa.

Jeff is an advocate for evidence-based approaches and individualized care to cater to clients’ specific needs. He strives to help clients get back to optimal function and achieve their personal goals. His treatment style consists of manual therapy techniques and promotes the importance of exercises and movement in the rehab process.

Outside of the clinic, you can find Jeff at the gym, catching up on movies/TV, or hanging out with friends. He also has a background in soccer and Karate.

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Meet Mellissa Hum, our dedicated and enthusiastic Program Coordinator at Axis Therapy and Performance. Mellissa has a passion for optimizing health and well-being, She’s here to ensure that our clinic’s programs run seamlessly, delivering top-notch experiences for all. Mellissa’s background in health management and commitment to excellence means you can count on her to coordinate programs that elevate your performance and overall wellness. Mellissa is dedicated to creating a positive and impactful experience for our clients. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you just want to chat about your health goals. Let’s embark on this journey to peak performance together!

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Carolyn is a Registered Acupuncturist with a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science and a Diploma in Acupuncture and Moxibution. She has a love for cupping therapy, mobility training and fascial release work. In conjunction with pain management, she focuses her practice on internal health, stress and anxiety management, neurological rehabilitation and chronic disease. With a comprehensive understanding of Western and Eastern medicine, she is dedicated to creating treatment protocols that are individualized to suit you. Carolyn also has additional training in Cosmetic Acupuncture and Functional Range Conditioning.

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“My name is Jose Valenzuela, after going through not knowing what to do and just winging it for years in my undergraduate studies I decided to pursue an education in fitness and health. At this time in my life I have just finished my bachelor degree in psychology. So I took the Fitness & Health Promotion program at Humber College to further increase my knowledge. After completing my diploma I got certified as a personal trainer by the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology (CSEP). I always look to further my education and stay up to date in the fitness industry as a lifelong learner in this field. As a result I became a Fascial Stretch Therapist,and continued more schooling at sutherland-chan and became a registered massage therapist.I love learning new things and passing that knowledge down towards my clients to better help them achieve their goals and that living pain free is possible.”

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Emma graduated from the Centennnial College Massage Therapy Program. During her time there, she learned a variety of techniques and treatment styles including Swedish massage, fascial techniques, trigger point work, and hydrotherapy. She uses a mixture of these techniques during her treatments.

As a former gymnast, she has had her fair share of injuries and physical therapy. She understands the need for a well thought out treatment plan. She takes her experience as an athlete and implements it into her approach to healing and injury prevention.

Emma aims to find the root cause of your main complaint and combat all areas and habits that play a role. The area in which you feel pain may not always be where the issue lies! Using in-depth assessment and communication, Emma will work with you to create the most effective treatment plan. She is always eager to learn new techniques and methods to incorporate into her treatments. She puts focus on helping you reach your own specific goals while giving you the tools to maintain that pain-free lifestyle.

On her days off you’ll find her out for runs, weightlifting, and watching a bunch of Netflix!

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