Dr. Blake Penner was born and raised in Medicine Hat, AB. He attended the University of Lethbridge where he studied kinesiology. He then went on to earn his Doctor of Chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, Minnesota.

Dr. Penner grew up playing multiple different sports but later focused his efforts in hockey, playing for the Medicine Hat Tigers of the Western Hockey League. Different sports related injuries over the years is how he came to realize the benefits of Chiropractic care. These experiences have helped him transition into clinical practice helping people perform at their best in sport and life.

His love for sports is what attracted him to pursue his eduction towards a Doctor of Chiropractic with a Sports & Rehabilitation Emphasis. He is FAKTR (Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehab) certified and has completed multiple other courses including taping, concussion baseline testing, advanced therapeutic exercises, IASTM and others. Besides sports injuries and back pain, Dr. Penner also treats a wide variety of other musculoskeletal complaints such as headaches, TMJ, shoulder, knee, and ankle conditions, etc. He uses a range of different modalities, soft tissue techniques and rehab exercises to best suit each individuals needs.

In his spare time, Dr. Penner enjoys golfing, hiking, snowboarding, and many other outdoor activities that the Okanagan has to offer. He knows how important it is to live an active lifestyle and is dedicated to keeping you moving and feeling your best.

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Dr. Courtney Means was born and raised in Red Deer, AB. She earned her Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of Calgary. She then moved to Portland, Oregon to pursue her Chiropractic career. She graduated from the University of Western States with her Doctor of Chiropractic Degree and Bachelor of Science in Human Biology.

She has practiced alongside medical doctors, physiotherapists, massage therapists, and acupuncturists in Oregon and Colorado over the last few years as part of an integrated healthcare team. In addition, she has been trained in IASTM, Rock Tape methods, Mckenzie method, Webster technique, SFMA, & Dry Needling techniques (DCs not currently able to perform dry needling in BC). She also has a special interest in prenatal and postpartum care. Although she treats a wide variety of back and neck complaints, she is also skilled in conservative care for other musculoskeletal complaints such as headaches, TMD/TMJ, knee & shoulder pain, etc. She draws from a variety of different techniques to ensure each patient is treated as an individual and receives a treatment plan specific to them.

With a background in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Dr. Means has a focus on movement based care in addition to soft tissue and joint manipulation to get you back to doing what you love. Growing up as a competitive dancer, she has a passion to help people stay moving their best. In her spare time, Dr. Means is embracing the Kelowna lifestyle by being outdoors and staying active with her husband Dr. Seth, her daughter, and dog Betty.

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Dr. Mason Shore grew up in West Kelowna before leaving to attend the University of Victoria for 4 years. This is where he decided to follow his passion for helping people and attended Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto to become a Chiropractor. After graduating in 2011, he moved to the Vancouver area where he practiced for 10 years before deciding to finally move back to his hometown. During those 10 years of practice Dr. Shore worked in multidisciplinary clinics, corporate settings, as well as out of a gym. This allowed him the experience to treat everyone from professional athletes to weekend warriors as well as almost any other profession you can think of.

Dr. Shore focuses on the diagnosis and conservative treatment of neuromusculoskeletal conditions in all areas of the body. He takes a very functional and holistic approach to health and believes in communicating with the patient while including them in their own individualized treatment plan. Being well-versed in different soft tissue techniques (myofascial release, Graston Technique®), adjustment styles and rehabilitation allows uniqueness to all treatment plans. Dr. Shore believes that injury can be successfully treated as well as prevented in the future which helps improve the quality of life for the patient. In addition to maintaining a general family practice where he treats patients of all ages and lifestyles, he has a special interest in athletic injuries and enjoys working with patients to get them back to being game-ready.

Dr. Shore grew up playing hockey on the Westside and competing in Karate, so sport and exercise was a big part of his life. Those values continue to this day and played a large part in the decision to become a Chiropractor. Being a true believer in the importance of an active lifestyle and movement Dr. Shore tries to do something active every day whether it is doing Crossfit, golfing, or walking his dog Patrick.

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Kathy is a Certified Personal Trainer and in the process of being a Registered Kinesiologist. She grew up in Kitchener, ON and recently moved to Kelowna, BC. She received her Honours Bachelor in Kinesiology from Lakehead University. Throughout her childhood, she was involved in many sports and truly excelled in Track and Field, Cross Country and strength training. After graduating Kathy got certified with CSEP and has been working as a Personal Trainer for the last 3 years. She is currently available at Okanagan Integrative Health and offers individualized 1 on 1 training programs and active rehabilitation services.

Kathy specializes with individuals who are post injury to get them back to their regular activities of daily living. She assures this by teaching proper form, exercise technique and creating body awareness. In addition, she also works with individuals looking to reach their goals such as weight loss/gain, hypertrophy and endurance training. Kathy values making exercise challenging but fun in order to reach your goals!

Kathy moved to Kelowna with her partner in October to live near the mountains and explore more of Canada. When she isn’t in the clinic, she is most likely running, hiking or exploring the outdoors. She is currently training for the Big White 3 Peak Trail Run in July 2022! Give her a shout if you’re thinking of running this as well; she would love to have a group involved!

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Kelin is a graduate from the Registered Massage Therapy program at Langara College. His interest in massage therapy began with his extensive involvement in athletics and martial arts. Through self-rehabilitating sports injuries over the years, Kelin learned firsthand the importance of proper care and maintaining a healthy body and mind.

Whether the goal is rehabilitation or maintenance, he uses evidence based practice and experience to help his patients go from discomfort to recovery. Working with patients through educating and implementing practices, he aims towards a successful improvement of their quality of life.

When not providing treatments, Kelin enjoys daily exercise. Whether it is hiking, weight training, martial arts or yoga, he demonstrates the importance of physical health and injury prevention.

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Dr. Rachelle was born and raised on Vancouver Island, BC. She attended the University of Victoria where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology with a concentration in Neurobiology and continued her education at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine-Boucher Campus. She also has completed extensive clinical training in a variety of integrative settings including the Family Naturopathic Clinic, Katzie Community and Health Center, and the Boucher Naturopathic Clinic.

Dr. Rachelle believes that everyone has the ability to be the best version of themselves, and everyone deserves the opportunity to become that person. She has a particular focus in and passion for Women’s health and fertility and has experience learning from multiple Reproductive Endocrinologists and Gynecologists at Olive Fertility Center in Vancouver, BC. Additionally, she is well versed in digestive health, hormone balancing, pediatric medicine, and weight loss support. She assesses the root cause in all her patients using functional lab testing to guide the appropriate integrative therapies for their individual needs. The treatment methods she utilizes include diet and lifestyle counselling, nutraceutical supplementation, acupuncture, injection therapies and more. Dr. Rachelle is board certified in acupuncture, IV therapy, and prescriptive authority.

When Dr. Rachelle is not in the clinic seeing patients, you can find her enjoying the beautiful outdoors of the Okanagan, in a fitness class, cooking up a storm or spending times with friends, family and her cat Porkmeat.

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Alex is a passionate and dedicated Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) who graduated from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy and became a full RMT licensure in November 2023. Her journey into the field of massage therapy was deeply influenced by her personal experience with injury recovery and fitness-related treatments, which ignited her commitment to helping others on their wellness journeys.

Alex is an evidence-based Massage Therapist who combines a wide array of assessments and treatment techniques to empower her clients to achieve their wellness objectives. Her focus extends beyond the massage table as she places a strong emphasis on home care and patient education. Alex believes in equipping her clients with the knowledge and tools they need to play an active role in their own well-being, ultimately enhancing their quality of life.

Outside of her practice, Alex is a fitness enthusiast with a deep love for weightlifting, running, and yoga. Her personal commitment to physical fitness aligns seamlessly with her professional dedication to health and wellness.

Alex is a treatment-based therapist and does not offer relaxation massage.

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Dr. Seth Means was born and raised in Gillette, Wyoming. He attended the University of North Dakota where he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He then went on to earn his Doctorate of Chiropractic and Master of Science in Sports Medicine at University of Western States.

Dr. Means is an athlete at heart, playing baseball for NJCAA Division I Dodge City CC and NCAA Division I for the University of North Dakota. His experience with baseball related injuries led him to understand the value of sports chiropractic. He witnessed first hand how his own sports related injuries were diagnosed and treated, which allowed him to perform better and recover faster.

He completed his professional chiropractic and masters degree, but his education didn’t stop after school. He has completed numerous post doctorate level certifications and courses, including; Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization, myofascial release techniques, Motion Palpation Institute, Rock Tape Performance Movement Technique, Ultimate Back Fitness with Dr. Stuart McGill, Accelerated Rehab with Dr. Jason Brown, Stecco Fascial Manipulation, Titleist Performance Institute level 1, Dry Needling (DCs not currently able to perform dry needling in BC) with Kineticore Level 1 among others. The wide variation of techniques allows Dr. Means to utilize the best of the current evidence based practices.

Dr. Means has provided care with a wide variety of athletes ranging from NFL players, PGA and Korn Ferry golfers, professional rodeo cowboys, as well as local and everyday athletes.

Dr. Means has practiced at a variety of multidisciplinary and sports medicine clinics in Portland, OR and Denver, CO. He has been at Okanagan Integrative Health with his wife Dr. Courtney since its inception in 2021.

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Tom has been a practicing Registered Massage Therapist since 2014; graduating from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy (WCCMT) in 2013 with a 3,000-hour competency diploma.

Tom’s approach to treatment is facilitative - aiding the body’s already natural ability to heal itself using well practiced techniques that have been shown to be effective. Before each treatment, Tom takes the time to understand your concerns by asking questions and assessing different movement patterns; answers any questions that you may have, and makes sure you are aware and understand what the treatment will consist of.

Safe and effective therapy is Tom’s top priority - creating a safe environment is of most importance when providing massage therapy. Proper boundaries and consent are established before treatment begins and clients always have the ability to stop treatment for any reason at any time.

Before attending WCCMT, Tom received his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia (UBC) in 2011; there he practiced as a student athletic therapist for Women’s Soccer and Women’s Softball. He has provided massage therapy in several sporting events while doing his studies at WCCMT. Post-graduation, Tom was a member of the wellness crew for the BC Bike Race for four years in a row.

Tom lives in West Kelowna with his family; loving and enjoying his time raising two young boys with his lovely wife.

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Cat was born and raised in Saskatchewan. She trained in competitive dance for over 10 years, leading to her interest in the human body, functional movement, injuries, and rehabilitation. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2018 from Minot State University, North Dakota. She obtained her RMT diploma in Kelowna, and successfully completed her board exams in Fall 2023.

Her background in Kinesiology helps her integrate mobility, movement and exercise into your treatment plan to help improve overall wellness. She is passionate about helping patients recover from injury, and improve their mobility and general pain reduction. Her goal is to help you return to doing what you love most, and ensure your body feels ready to take on the challenge. When Cat isn’t working, you can find her spending time outside or getting lost in a good book.

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Emeleigh Brown was born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta. She earned her Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Alberta, and her MBA at the University of Calgary. During her masters, she decided she was very passionate about the psychology aspect of business, and started her journey to becoming a counsellor. She now has her Master of Counselling with a specialization in Counselling Psychology from the University of Athabasca. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in British Columbia.

She specializes in anxiety, depression, people pleasing, perfectionism, living a purposeful and values-driven life, and grief and loss. She pulls a lot of techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which is her primary modality. She also practices mindfulness, client-centered therapy, unconditional acceptance and self-compassion, embodied trauma, and the mind/body connection. Every client has a unique story, based on their own perspective, beliefs, and values, and each is treated with unconditional positive regard.

Emeleigh Brown was born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta. She earned her Bachelor of Commerce at t... Read More