For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by the mind–body connection: the ways our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours shape physical health, and how chronic medical conditions and pain affect psychological well‑being. My treatment approach is rooted in this understanding: body affects mind, and mind affects body. I am committed to helping clients recognize these connections and use them to build healthier, more fulfilling lives. Another cornerstone of my philosophy is a deep commitment to evidence‑based practice. I see my role as interpreting clinical research through the lens of each person’s values, culture, preferences, and daily realities. I stay engaged with emerging research and innovations, including promising approaches showing that many forms of chronic pain can be significantly reduced—or even eliminated—through psychological interventions such as Pain Reprocessing Therapy and Emotion Awareness and Expression Therapy. I am also passionate about health policy and system reform. My career has taken me around the world, including years at the World Health Organization working in mental health policy, chronic care improvement, and chronic disease prevention. I’ve authored numerous scientific publications in leading journals such as JAMA, BMJ, and The Lancet. When I’m not in the clinic or thinking about how to strengthen our health system, you’ll likely find me hiking through the forest or enjoying the natural beauty of Vancouver Island.
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Settle into the stillness of the forest and the soft glow of candlelight in this deeply grounding 60-minute yin yoga practice. Designed as a gentle close to the work week, we’ll move through a series of long-held postures (3 to 5 minutes each), focusing on the yin areas of the body - hips, legs, pelvis and lower spine. Postures are practiced seated or lying down with mindfulness woven throughout. Consider this a weekly ritual to return home to yourself - to slow your pace, soften your edges, release tension and reconnect to your inner landscape. Come as you are. No experience necessary. All bodies and levels welcome.
This accessible chair-based class blends mindful movement, designed for nourishment of joints, with gentle seated stretching and standing postures using the chair for support to help create more balance and stability in mind, body and spirit. Explore breath awareness, grounding techniques, and simple relaxation practices to help calm the mind while nourishing the body.
This accessible chair-based class blends mindful movement, designed for nourishment of joints, with gentle seated stretching and standing postures using the chair for support to help create more balance and stability in mind, body and spirit. Explore breath awareness, grounding techniques, and simple relaxation practices to help calm the mind while nourishing the body.
You will want to schedule this phone call if you're an executive looking to learn more about our comprehensive Executive Health Assessment.
Free 15 minute consultation for new clients interested in learning more about how Yoga and/or Meditation can support you in your health care journey. This is an online virtual visit. Your clinician will email you a link prior to your session with access to our online video platform. If you would prefer a phone call instead, please let us know.
You will want to schedule this phone call if you're interested in learning more about the genetic screens we offer including pricing details.
We kindly ask for payment upon registration to reserve your spot. We will charge your credit card and will email a receipt once booking is completed.
We kindly ask for payment upon registration to reserve your spot. We will charge your credit card and will email a receipt once booking is completed.
We kindly ask for payment upon registration to reserve your spot. We will charge your credit card and will email a receipt once booking is completed.
We kindly ask for payment upon registration to reserve your spot. We will charge your credit card and will email a receipt once booking is completed. If there are more than 4 participants (up to 8), your instructor will reach out to you to arrange your alternating week to attend in person or virtually.
We kindly ask for payment upon registration to reserve your spot. We will charge your credit card and will email a receipt once booking is completed.
We kindly ask for payment upon registration to reserve your spot. We will charge your credit card and will email a receipt once booking is completed.
We kindly ask for payment upon registration to reserve your spot. We will charge your credit card and will email a receipt once booking is completed.
You are booking a VO2 max test, which is a maximal exercise test to determine cardiovascular fitness. It's best to book this test at least 2 days in advance so you can follow the pre-test guidelines to maximize accuracy of your test results.
We kindly ask for payment upon registration to reserve your spot. We will charge your credit card and will email a receipt once booking is completed.
We kindly ask for payment upon registration to reserve your spot. We will charge your credit card and will email a receipt once booking is completed.
You'll want to book one of these if you are interested in doing a private yoga or meditation session. We can’t submit to extended health for yoga/meditation appointments, so this appointment will be private pay.
You'll want to book one of these if you are interested in doing a private yoga or meditation session. We can’t submit to extended health for yoga/meditation appointments, so this appointment will be private pay.
Our Pilates Mat Class incorporates a variety of movement principles that develop long, lean and strong muscles. This class is mat based and will utilize bands, hand weights, and your own body weight. You will work on your alignment, body awareness, and the deep muscles that you didn't know you had. After finishing the class, both your mind and body will resonate with a great sense of stability that has been cultivated through this grounding and strengthening practice. This is an intermediate class, please contact the clinic at 250-658-9222 if you have any questions! This is an online virtual class. You will receive an email with a link prior to your session with access to our online video platform.
Our Pilates sessions are conducted one-on-one with a Pilates Instructor. We offer clients an opportunity to improve their fitness, strength and skill in Pilates as well as rehabilitate injuries while gaining the specific benefits of Pilates work. Pilates is appropriate for all ages and abilities.
QiGong is a moving meditation which is very similar to Tai Chi but even easier to learn. It can help create increased body awareness and connect to a sense of your inner peace and vitality through gentle exercises that have been practiced all over the world by all ages and health stages.
A quick scan for clients who have already had a DEXA scan at Tall Tree Health before. This scan does not include consultation or review with a technician. If you would like a review again, please book a Single DEXA Scan visit.
JSV, JDA, ergo etc in the Community requires booking travel time
This service is for longevity Program members. This is an assessment where you meet with our Strength and Conditioning Coach to lay out a treatment plan following the recommendations from the Longevity Physician!
Weekend Meditation & Teachings with Lama Rapten Come join us for three days of dharma teachings and meditation instruction with Lama Rapten. Lama Rapten returns to Tall Tree to offer teachings, contemplations and meditation instruction. He will provide teachings on "The 37 Practises of a Bodhisattva" written by the 14th century Tibetan master teacher Gyelsay Togmay Zangpo. These powerful verses describe practical ways to use adverse circumstances to transform our minds and deepen our compassionate wisdom. A bodhisattva is a person committed to awaken to their true nature or "Buddha nature" for the benefit of all beings. Friday, April 3rd- 6:30pm-8:30pm Saturday, April 4th- 9:00am- 3:30pm Sunday, April 5th- 9:00am-3:30pm PLEASE CALL TALL TREE TO BOOK
Awaken to deep rest through the exploration of breathing techniques, easy-to-do yoga postures, mindfulness of breath and body, meditation and Yoga Nidra practices. You will receive guided audio recordings and additional resources to support your sleep at home.
Awaken to deep rest through the exploration of breathing techniques, easy-to-do yoga postures, mindfulness of breath and body, meditation and Yoga Nidra practices. You will receive guided audio recordings and additional resources to support your sleep at home.
You'll want to book one of these if you are interested in doing a private yoga or meditation session. We can’t submit to extended health for yoga/meditation appointments, so this appointment will be private pay. This is an online virtual visit. Your clinician will email you a link prior to your session with access to our online video platform. If you would prefer a phone call instead, please let us know.
You'll want to book one of these if you are interested in doing a private yoga or meditation session. We can’t submit to extended health for yoga/meditation appointments, so this appointment will be private pay.
You'll want to book one of these if you are interested in doing a private yoga or meditation session. This appointment is for children and youth from ages 4-19. We can’t submit to extended health for yoga/meditation appointments, so this appointment will be private pay.
You'll want to book one of these if you are interested in doing a private yoga or meditation session. This appointment is for children and youth from ages 4-19. We can’t submit to extended health for yoga/meditation appointments, so this appointment will be private pay.
You'll want to book one of these if you are interested in doing a private yoga or meditation session. This appointment is for children and youth from ages 4-19. We can’t submit to extended health for yoga/meditation appointments, so this appointment will be private pay.
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