Evelena completed her Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition at St. F.X University in 2002 and graduated from The Moncton Hospital Graduate Dietetic Internship program in 2003. Throughout her career she has worked in geriatrics providing nutritional support for various chronic diseases including diabetes, COPD, cardiovascular, Parkinsons, Alzheimer’s and dementia. She is competent in dysphagia management supporting clients through texture modifications to ensure optimal intake.

In addition to supporting seniors, Evelena is passionate about helping people of all ages build a healthier mindset around food, mind and body. She recognizes the overwhelming amount of misleading nutrition information out there, the struggles with body image, the impacts of social media and the harms of diet culture and supports clients in improving their relationship with food so they can eat with less stress, shame and guilt.

She is also certified to teach both children’s yoga and chair yoga. In her classes she strives to instill the importance of healthy, mindful eating, positive body image and self-care practices. Learning to mindfully nourish and move one’s body at every age is beneficial and helps one live their best life!

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Michele is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy and a member in good standing with the Massage Therapists Association of Nova Scotia. Michele practices Deep Tissue Massage in conjunction with fascial approaches using cupping and Guasha as well as techniques from Indian Head massage. Michele believes in an integrative approach to wellness where body and spirit are both equally nourished in the pursuit of self care. You can expect a focused treatment tailored to your needs and a quiet safe space to explore your mind body connection. Michele is comfortable with clients rehabilitating from accidents, people working through chronic pain as well as those who enjoy the benefits of massage for their overall wellbeing.

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Molly, originally from Antigonish is a recent graduate from Eastern College’s 2200 hour massage therapy program. Molly is excited to provide an evidence based approach to meet all her clients needs and expectations. Previously a registered dental assistant, Molly is confident in providing relief to those who suffer from TMJ related pain and discomfort. Molly also offers deep tissue massage and trigger point therapy among other things.

From ages 11-17 Molly was heavily active with Taekwondo and competed all around the province and metaling at the Canada Open 2016 in Toronto. Now, Molly likes to spend her time curled up next to her cat Ruby with a good book, spending time on the beach in the summer or heading back home to Antigonish for a visit with friends.

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Michael is a graduate from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy.

Through Massage Therapy, Michael has found a way to exercise his passion for helping people restore strength and balance to their bodies. During his time in school at CCMH, He has worked with a diverse range of clients, from preventative/rehab care for athletes, people recovering post-surgery, to chronic pain.

He takes an evidence based approach to his practice through assessment findings, tailoring each treatment session to the unique needs of his clients.

Michael has spent most of his life in sports, playing competitive Hockey. Now he spends most of his time working out, with family and friends, or outdoors with his two golden retrievers, Kevin and Morgan.

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Dr. Brandon Hillier earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree from the University of New Brunswick. After which he pursued his passion at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC), where he graduated summa cum laude with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree. Born and raised in Labrador City, NL, Brandon grew up participating in a wide range of sports. However, it was his love for competitive hockey and golf that truly stood out. Along the way, he faced several injuries related to sports, but it was through chiropractic care that he found effective relief and recovery. This experience sparked a passion in him to pursue a career in chiropractic, as he witnessed firsthand the positive impact it can have on people’s lives. Brandon prioritizes evidence-based approaches in his practice. With a patient-centered philosophy, he strives to assist and empower individuals in reaching optimal health and wellness through personalized treatment plans. Brandon uses various therapeutic techniques, including education, manipulation/mobilization, soft tissue therapy, integrated dry needling, and active rehabilitation. By combining these methods, he creates comprehensive treatment plans to address each patient’s unique needs and help them reach their goals, reduce pain levels, and improve their overall well-being. Outside of work, Brandon continues to play hockey and golf. He has also developed a new found love for running, which led him to successfully complete the 2023 Toronto Marathon. When he’s not participating in sports, Brandon enjoys spending quality time with family and friends.

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Aimee is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy and is an active member of MTANS. Prior to attending CCMH, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology at Dalhousie University. Aimee is passionate about providing rehabilitative, evidence-based massage therapy and ensuring that her patients are actively involved in their treatment plan. She believes in a holistic approach to treatment, and in empowering each individual to achieve their goals. Aimee is committed to growing in her knowledge of the human body, and is constantly evolving and shaping her practice in order to better understand and treat her patients.

Outside of the clinic, Aimee enjoys spending her time outdoors. Find her in her garden with her chickens nearby, fishing, camping, and at the gym. She believes strongly in supporting and connecting to community and has been actively involved in various volunteer positions.

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Dr. Matt Kennedy is a 2018 graduate from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto. Originally, he is from the small town of Inverness on beautiful Cape Breton Island. Prior to attending Chiropractic college Matt became familiar with the Bedford/Sackville area, as he graduated from the “old” Charles P. Allen high school and later pursued a Bachelor of Science degree from Mount Saint Vincent University.

Matt likes to take a whole-body approach to his assessment and treatment with specific interest in one’s functional movement and how it can be improved to alleviate and prevent pain and reoccurrence.

Dr. Matt has experience treating a variety of conditions that include but are not limited to musculoskeletal injuries, back pain, neck pain, headaches, knee, wrist, elbow and shoulder pain. He uses a combination of treatments including manual therapy, biomedical acupuncture, instrument assisted soft tissue techniques, rehabilitative exercise programs, movement patterning and education.

Matt has a not so secret passion for golf, he is a Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certified professional. He has been trained to use the TPI movement screen in combination with his knowledge of the human body and injury prevention. This allows Matt to help find a golfer’s physical limitations and address them so they can move and play better. Whether it’s through swing instruction, physical rehabilitation or strength and conditioning exercises.

Matt has a passion for treating, educating and motivating his patients of all ages. His goal is that every patient leaves their appointment feeling better and with the confidence and knowledge to manage their condition and improve their movement limitations.

When Dr. Matt is not treating patients, he can usually be found enjoying the beauty of Nova Scotia on one of many trails, cycling new routes, relaxing on a beach or with a golf club in hand.

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Tara graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Kinesiology in 2009 and Master of Science in Physiotherapy in 2011, both from Dalhousie University. She has taken specialty courses in orthopaedic manual therapy, exercise prescription, acupuncture, K-taping, and spinal decompression, and has completed her post-graduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy. She currently volunteers her time as a therapist at local and regional sporting events, and as secretary and treasurer for the Nova Scotia branch of Sport Physiotherapy Canada. When she is not in the clinic, Tara can be found staying active on the trails and lakes of Cole Harbour or working on her home!

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Sara Anne Mader is a trained Breathwork Facilitator and Meditation Guide whose intention is to use creativity, mindfulness & breath to help remind you of the way back home (in)to your body. Sara has studied in trauma response to better serve you during your breathwork experience. Currently Sara is studying to become a certified Pilates instructor to deepen the connection between your breath & body.

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Dr. Maggie McKeough Dc, BSc is one of our outstanding chiropractors and owners here at Bee Well. She is also a yoga instructor, fitness, and spin teacher! She’s also the better half to our other Chiropractor, Dr. Matt!

She is a graduate of the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) in 2018, Magna Cum Laude and a Bachelor of Science Graduate of St. Francis Xavier in 2013. She also has a certificate in Functional Integrated Acupuncture received in 2018.

Maggie’s passion is movement! Her treatments are designed to help you move better, move mindful & move often. Muscle work, adjustments, joint mobilization, acupuncture & exercises! She’s guaranteed to get you in our rehab space. She also has a special interest in pre-and post natal care, pregnancy and paediatrics.

Fun fact: She cycled across Canada in the summer of 2015 with 3 other Chiropractors promoting health and Chiropractic to youth along the way! It was the one of her favourite things she’s ever done 🚴‍♀️

Her favourite family vacation is a ski trip! She says she’s been skiing since she could walk and even got Dr. Matt out on the slopes in the past few years! 🎿

Stay tuned and check our website www.beewellihc.com for Maggie’s fitness, yoga and rehab classed upcoming in 2022! 🐝

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Kayte Turney is a 200HR certified yoga instructor and also has certifications in the specialties of Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra and Vinyasa Krama. Kayte is committed to creating a supportive and nurturing environment in her classes. She meets her students where they are and gently encourages them to explore a deeper side of themselves throughout their practice. Wellness and mind/body empowerment are integrated in all that Kayte does and teaches. She is fascinated with the ancient wisdom and lineage of yoga as well as the energetic component.

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Dr. Meg Wakeham attended the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto and the Canadian College of Osteopathy (CEO) in Toronto/Halifax.

Meg’s approach to healing emphasizes nourishing all aspects of wellbeing through individualized treatment plans that are collaborative, empowering, and compassionate. She continues to develop her skills to better hold space for her patient.

She values the importance of touch/manual work to help patients reconnect with their body, support their nervous system, and become more aligned with their authentic self.

She provides care to people of all ages with a wide variety of concerns but has a special interest in hormonal concerns, menstrual health, fertility, prenatal/pregnancy care, and pediatrics.

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