Meet the team Click Name to expand/collapse details
Andrew McCully, RMT
Andrew McCully is a healer and artist with a background in working on community projects. He has been an arts events coordinator, has worked on large-scale exhibitions, and studied Psychology at the University of Regina. Massage therapy grows out of his experience as a sculptor and painter: Andrew's hands are his principal means of communication. His training and work experience have given him an expansive approach to life challenges and inter-communicative problem solving. He brings flexibility of mind to his work and is able to adapt his treatment on a person-by-person basis. This creative approach allows him to work well in the dynamic interpersonal atmosphere of an umbrella clinic like the Grant Street Wellness Clinic.
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Nicole Rose, RMT
I came to be an RMT after many years of work in retail and warehouse and some enjoyable time at art school and travel. Thanks to some encouragement from a beloved RMT cousin I decided I must dig deep and embrace the sciences in order to join the RMT army. I signed up for 3 years of training at The West Coast College of Massage Therapy. I graduated and wrote board exams in 2003 and I am so glad I did! Working as a massage therapist fits in nicely with my belief in a holistic approach to health and a low stress, balanced lifestyle. At this time I use mostly Swedish Massage, CranioSacral Therapy and Trigger Point Therapy and I look forward to taking some courses in the coming year to add a few more tools to my "bag of tricks".
When not at work I like to do something creative. I crochet, make terrariums, take photos, bake bread, and watch birds. I like running and riding my bicycle too. Living in a way that respects the earth is very important to me and I bring this into my work as an RMT in any way I can.
Ryan Thompson, R.Ac., R.TCM.P
Ryan has had an acupuncture license since 2002 and a Traditional Chinese Medicine (herbal) Practitioner license since 2003. He finished his studies at the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences in Nelson, BC at the top of his class. After several years of living in China, in addition to working in private practice, Ryan has also worked as a teacher and clinic supervisor at a local TCM college, and as an acupuncture detox specialist with Vancouver Coastal Health treating addiction and mental health disorders.
One of Ryan's major influences for learning TCM and acupuncture was the idea of possibly taking the medicine to underdeveloped parts of the world and applying and/or teaching the medicine there. He has had the opportunity to do this on two occasions. In 2006 and 2010 he went to Guatemala and Mumbai, India respectively. Ryan hopes that he will have more chances to do this in the future.
Ryan uses a broad perspective when viewing the state of one's health. He likes to observe how the various aspects of daily life such as diet, emotions, and the environment affect one's spirit, body and energy. From the overall picture, a treatment plan can be formulated for each individual. The modalities of treatment may include any combination of acupuncture, massage, cupping, herbal formulas, dietary recommendations, vitamins/supplements, or qi gong and exercise.
Ryan is proficient in both Spanish and Mandarin Chinese in addition to his native English. He immensely enjoys conversing with his patients and welcomes any questions or inquiries.
Helen Dunn, MA
Helen Dunn completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario in 2000. She has worked extensively in the fields of counseling and social services particularly in the fields of trauma and addictions. She holds a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, British Columbia. Helen completed the clinical portion of her training at an agency on the North Shore, providing both group and individual therapy to trauma survivors.
Helen operates from a Relational Cultural theoretical orientation, within which she employs strategies from a variety of perspectives. Helen is currently in the process of completing training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing in order to further serve her clients. Helen works with a wide variety of populations including individuals struggling with: trauma and abuse (childhood and/or current), addictions, depression/anxiety (including prenatal and postpartum), parenting/partnership/family of origin and other relationship issues, and life transitions including those challenges that come with adolescence.
Christopher Wallace, TTM, YT
Christopher is offering Thai Massage and Yoga Therapy at the clinic. He is a trained Eastern Therapist and the founder of Heart Sage Healing. An artful healing blend based on compassionate engagement and the understanding of specific personal needs. Utilizing a therapeutic approach to health that draws upon the wholeness of a person in relation to their environment. It's aim is to find harmony within the physical, mental, emotional, energetic, and spiritual bodies. Providing healing journeys, as a way towards holistic well being.
Holding a Diploma of Eastern Therapies and Bodywork from Pacific Rim College. Certified in Traditional Thai Massage, Ayurvedic Marmatherapy, and Yoga Therapy. A certified yoga instructor under Yanumoja Yoga and Three Winds Academy. He has also explored energy healing through courses from The Canadian Institute of Natural Health and Healing. Integrating a number of years of active self study with a keen and ongoing development of holistic healing and personal growth.
To find out more about the modalities he works with please visit his website.
Charlotte Kaye McQueen, RMT
Charlotte began practicing Massage Therapy in 1999. Gaining experience working in multi disciplinary clinics over the years, enjoying a collaborative treatment approach for the best patient care possible. Charlotte is also a trained Doula; Labour Support Provider, and continues to further her education with Post Graduate courses around women's health, pregnancy and childbirth. Charlotte has an admitted 'passion for pregnancy' and relishes the feeling of helping someone on their way to improved function and health.