Areas of Practice
Craniosacral Therapy • Myofascial Release • Joint Mobilization • Visceral Manipulation • Matrix Repatterning
Please note: Mark bills under RMT
Mark has been in practice since 1990 and is widely recognized as a skilled, compassionate practitioner and educator in craniosacral therapy and its related osteopathic manual practices—including visceral manipulation, myofascial release, joint mobilization, and matrix repatterning.
With more than 32 years of experience and thousands of infant and pediatric treatments, Mark has developed extensive expertise in supporting infants, children, and families.
Mark graduated Summa Cum Laude from McMaster University in 1988 with an Honours B.A. in Philosophy, along with substantial coursework toward a B.Sc. He went on to complete his training at the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy in 1990. He later taught anatomy and physiology at the college and developed and instructed a self-care course for massage therapists. Mark has also assisted in teaching numerous craniosacral therapy courses for the Upledger Institute and the Cranial Therapy Centre with Robert Harris.
Dedicated to lifelong learning, Mark has pursued advanced training in a wide range of osteopathic manual therapy (OMT) modalities, including Craniosacral Therapy, Strain/Counterstrain, Myofascial Release, Fascial Trains, Visceral Manipulation, Muscle Energy Techniques, Joint Mobilization, Applied Kinesiology, Neuromuscular Therapy, Ergonomics, SomatoEmotional Release, Psychotherapeutic Bodywork, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Therapeutic Touch, Pediatric Therapy, Working with Special Children, and Patient Active Treatment Approaches. Most recently, he completed a year-long practitioner program in Matrix Repatterning with Dr. George Roth.
Outside of his professional life, Mark is the proud father of two adult daughters and a grandfather to two grandsons. He is also an avid outdoor enthusiast and adventure cyclist.
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A 60 minute treatment in clinic treatment including hands on massage techniques applied to the abdomen, scar and other related areas, as well as electrical microcurrent stimulation to the scar tissue using the Dolphin Neurostim TENS device.
This 70 minute intake and assessment treatment in clinic includes hands on massage techniques applied to the abdomen, scar and other related areas, as well as electrical microcurrent stimulation to the scar tissue using a Neurostim TENS device.
A 60 minute mobile treatment in the comfort of your own home, including hands on massage techniques applied to the abdomen, scar and other related areas, as well as electrical microcurrent stimulation to the scar tissue using the Dolphin Neurostim TENS device.**Travel fee may apply**
This 70 minute intake and assessment treatment in clinic includes hands on massage techniques applied to the abdomen, scar and other related areas, as well as electrical microcurrent stimulation to the scar tissue using a Neurostim TENS device. **Travel fee may apply**
Book this appointment after you have already had an initial assessment with Mark. Treatment may include craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, myofascial release, join mobilization and matrix repatterning.
Book this appointment after you have already had an initial assessment with Mark. Treatment may include craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, myofascial release, join mobilization and matrix repatterning.
Book an initial assessment if this is the first time you will be seeing Mark. Treatment may include craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, myofascial release, joint mobilization and matrix repatterning.
Curious about my offerings and if they are for you? Book this complementary 15 minute appointment to discuss your concerns and goals and we will determine how best to meet your needs. This will be a virtual appointment with the option to add video.
Curious about my offerings and if they are for you? Book this complementary 15 minute appointment to discuss your concerns and goals and we will determine how best to meet your needs. This will be a virtual appointment with the option to add video.
Questions about working together? We can connect by phone or secure video call and provide answers to your questions. On the call, we will see if we're a great fit to work towards your health goals.
Family Double Session Maximum 4 Family Members
**Please note that Canada Life and Green Shield insurance companies will not cover Kara's treatments because she is certified in Quebec but not Ontario**
**Please note that Canada Life and Green Shield insurance companies will not cover Kara's treatments because she is certified in Quebec but not Ontario**
**Please note that Canada Life and Green Shield insurance companies will not cover Kara's treatments because she is certified in Quebec but not Ontario**
**Please note that Canada Life and Green Shield insurance companies will not cover Kara's treatments because she is certified in Quebec but not Ontario**
**Please note that Canada Life and Green Shield insurance companies will not cover Kara's treatments because she is certified in Quebec but not Ontario**
30 minute follow up visit.
40 minute follow up session
This is a first time visit with Stephanie for an Osteopathic appointment.
This assessment will consist of a consultation, history taking, a discussion of your current condition and goals, and a physical examination.
**Please note that Canada Life and Green Shield insurance companies will not cover Kara's treatments because she is certified in Quebec but not Ontario** an initial consultation if this is the first time your child will be under the care of a WOMB osteopathic manual practitioner - assisted birth issues, tongue tie issues, breastfeeding challenges, plagiocephaly, digestive and colic issues, autoimmune disorders, sports injuries and more.
60 mins- Book an initial consultation **Please note that Canada Life and Green Shield insurance companies will not cover Kara's treatments because she is certified in Quebec but not Ontario** If this is the first time you will be under the care of an osteopathic manual practitioner at The WOMB - when trying to conceive, during pregnancy, for any postnatal issues, for newborns to grown children, for sports injuries and for any other symptoms of discomfort or dis-ease.
Book this Initial Assessment appointment if you prefer to have your whole assessment done in-person at once. You will have a consultation, history taken, a discussion of your challenges and goals and an in-person physical exam.
To be booked around 32-35 weeks. This appointment is tailored to your individual needs. We will review evidence based information for labour and birth including: pain management, comfort measures, partner support, advocacy, positioning, breathing and push techniques. It will also include information on and may include a demonstration of perineal massage, as well as, early postpartum tips. You may choose to have your partner join you for this appointment.
THIS IS INTENDED AS A "ONE AND DONE" APPOINTMENT. If you are symptomatic (low back/pelvic/hip pain, other pelvic symptoms, etc), please book a PELVIC HEALTH INITIAL ASSESSMENT to develop an ongoing treatment plan while you are pregnant. All labour & birth info will also be shared during follow up appointments. To be booked around 34-35 weeks. This appointment is tailored to your individual needs. We will review evidence-based information for labour & birth including: pain management/comfort measures, partner support, advocacy, positioning, breathing, and push techniques. It will also include information on and demonstration of perineal massage, as well as early postpartum tips. Your partner is encouraged to join you for this appointment.
To be booked around 32-35 weeks. This appointment is tailored to your individual needs. We will review evidence based information for labour and birth including: pain management, comfort measures, partner support, advocacy, positioning, breathing and push techniques. It will also include information on and demonstration of perineal massage, as well as, early postpartum tips. Your partner i encouraged to join you for this appointment.
To be booked around 32-35 weeks. This appointment is tailored to your individual needs. We will review evidence based information for labour and birth including: pain management, comfort measures, partner support, advocacy, positioning, breathing and push techniques. It will also include information on and demonstration of perineal massage, as well as, early postpartum tips. You may choose to have your partner join you for this appointment.
To be booked around 32-35 weeks. This appointment is tailored to your individual needs. We will review evidence based information for labour and birth including: pain management, comfort measures, partner support, advocacy, positioning, breathing and push techniques. It will also include information on and demonstration of perineal massage, as well as early postpartum tips. Your partner is encouraged to join you for this appointment.
To be booked around 32-35 weeks. This appointment is tailored to your individual needs. We will review evidence based information for labour and birth including: pain management, comfort measures, partner support, advocacy, positioning, breathing and push techniques. It will also include information on and demonstration of perineal massage, as well as, early postpartum tips. Your partner i encouraged to join you for this appointment.
Book this IN-PERSON option after you have had your Initial Assessment.
A 45 minute treatment following your Orthopedic Initial Assessment. NOTE: if your last appointment was >6 months ago, DO NOT book this treatment, but please book a new initial assessment instead (as per my licensing body).
For subsequent treatment following your Orthopedic Initial Assessment. NOTE: if your last appointment was >6 months ago, DO NOT book this treatment, but please book a new initial assessment instead (as per my licensing body).
You will receive an in-depth history taking, a discussion of your challenges and goals, an in-depth physical exam, and treatment plan.
Parent + Child Follow Up
Parent + Child Initial Assessment + Treatment Together
Pediatric Follow Up
This follow up is for ages 0-14 years.
Book an initial if this is the first time your baby or child will be seeing Mark. Treatment may include craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, myofascial release, joint mobilization and matrix repatterning. This can help to assist with birth issues, tongue tie problems, breastfeeding challenges, plagiocephaly, digestive or colic issues, autoimmune disorders, sports injuries and more.
For patients looking for treatment of infant feeding concerns (breast health concerns such as blocked ducts, pre/post tongue/lip tie release/frenectomy, torticollis, etc). You and/or your infant will receive a complete history taking, discussion of challenges and goals, and an in-depth physical exam and treatment plan. NOTE: this is a physiotherapy appointment, not an appointment with an IBCLC and all advice given will be within the physiotherapy scope of practice. PLEASE BOOK THIS APPOINTMENT UNDER THE PATIENT'S NAME WHO WILL BE TREATED (i.e. create a new profile for your child and book the appointment under their name if we are addressing torticollis, body tension, tongue tie release prep, etc.)
For subsequent treatment after your or your baby's Pediatric/Feeding Initial Assessment.
Book this Initial Assessment appointment if your child is 3 years and older. This will support any bowel/bladder related concerns such: potty training, constipation, bladder/bowel leaking, bedwetting, etc.
Book this IN-PERSON option after you have had your Initial Assessment if your practitioner specifies 30 minutes for a follow up. If not, please book 45 minute option. **If this is your first appointment after birth, or you have not seen your physiotherapist in the last 6 months, please book an extended 1-hour follow-up appointment.
Book this VIRTUAL option after you have had your Initial Assessment and would like to follow up virtually.
Book this IN-PERSON option after you have had your Initial Assessment.
A shortened follow up treatment that will NOT include intrapelvic treatment. Ideal for patients who do not require or would like to decline an internal treatment program at this time. NOTE: if your last appointment was >6 months ago, DO NOT book this treatment, but please book a new initial assessment instead (as per my licensing body).
A shortened follow up treatment that will NOT include a pelvic exam. Ideal for patients who do not require or would like to decline a pelvic exam at this time.
For subsequent appointments after your Pelvic Health Initial Assessment. This appointment may include an internal exam if needed.
For subsequent appointments after your Pelvic Health Initial Assessment, this appointment will include an internal exam if needed. NOTE: if your last appointment was >6 months ago, DO NOT book this treatment, but please book a new initial assessment instead (as per my licensing body).
You will have an in-depth history taking, a discussion of your challenges and goals, and an in-person physical exam that could include an external and internal vaginal and/or rectal exam.
You will have an in-depth history taking, a discussion of your challenges and goals, and an in-person physical exam including an external and internal vaginal and/or rectal exam. PLEASE NOTE: a new assessment is required if your last appointment was >6 months ago.
Book this Initial Assessment appointment if your child is 3 years and older. This will support any bowel/bladder related concerns such: potty training, constipation, bladder/bowel leaking, bedwetting, etc.
Book this IN-PERSON extended follow up appointment for your FIRST APPOINTMENT AFTER BIRTH, if you have not seen your physiotherapist in the last 6 months or if it has been specifically recommended by your physiotherapist.
Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Extended follow-up in person
Book this VIRTUAL option after you have had your Initial Assessment and would like to follow up virtually.
Book this VIRTUAL option after you have had your Initial Assessment and would like to follow up virtually.
Book this IN-PERSON option after you have had your Initial Assessment. **If this is your first appointment after birth, or you have not seen your physiotherapist in the last 6 months, please book an extended 1-hour follow-up appointment.
If you would prefer to be virtual only for an appointment, book this VIRTUAL Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Initial Assessment at which the history, consultation, and assessment will all be done online with your physiotherapist through Jane App.
FOR EXISTING PRENATAL CLIENTS ONLY - this is an extended Pelvic Health Physiotherapy treatment appointment for your first postpartum check-in to review your birth experience, assess any new or ongoing concerns, and provide a treatment plan to help you on your postpartum journey. This is a ONE TIME booking for those who received prenatal care from me.
A 45 minute follow up opportunity to perform your Mat Pilates program in-clinic with review and progressions applied as indicated.
An opportunity to perform your Mat Pilates program in-clinic with review and progressions applied as indicated.
A complete intake interview and physical screen will be performed followed by individualized programming for in-clinic and home-based Pilates as an adjunct to manual therapy at The WOMB or with a community practitioner.
A 60 minute treatment following your Orthopedic Initial Assessment. NOTE: if your last appointment was >6 months ago, DO NOT book this treatment, but please book a new initial assessment instead (as per my licensing body).
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