Meet the Team
Krista Wasielewski
CLINIC OWNER AND RMT
e. hello@threetideswellness.ca
Krista Wasielewski is the founder of Three Tides and a Registered Massage Therapist for the past twelve years.
Having opened The Coach House Therapeutic Centre in 2015 the desire to enhance the wellness industry in Uptown Waterloo continued. She wanted to continue to integrate skilled practitioners into a collaborative and sophisticated atmosphere where each individuals unique needs and goals can be addressed.
Three Tides Wellness has been created to further optimize the community's health through holistic modalities in order to take care of the body, mind and spirit in unity.
Lindsay Schmalz
RMT, REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
e. lindsay@threetideswellness.ca
A graduate of the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, Lindsay has been an RMT since 2015 and strives to tailor each massage to the individual for effective treatment. She understands body’s needs can fluctuate daily — be it a deep tissue massage one day or deep relaxation the next — and listens to each client’s concerns as well as their muscles to personalize treatment based on their needs and goals. Her techniques assists in the removal of discomfort and pain, increasing range of motion in the joints and encourages healing of the body.
A long-time sufferer of migraines and muscle pain, Lindsay has always felt relief through massage and became an RMT to share similar relief with others. As a lover of relaxation and rejuvenation (she owns more bath bombs than you, guaranteed), Lindsay considers helping people feel their best as the best part of her day.
Lindsay is a member in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and a member of the RMTAO. She specializes in deep tissue massage, is certified in low level laser therapy and is continuing her studies in myofascial release. She also has additional training in facial massage, which uses facial cups and gua sha tools (which promotes lifting and tightening of the skin).
Lindsay is an animal lover with two cats, Audrey and Alfred. When not massaging, she can be found dog sitting for friends and family, volunteering for local rescues or exploring her passion for interior design and décor.
*Lindsay is currently not accepting new clients. Referrals excepted.
Joleen Dompierre
RMT, REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
e. joleen@threetideswellness.ca
Joleen graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and has been an RMT for over 20 years. Throughout her career, she has worked in a variety of clinic settings and has helped clients of all ages achieve their wellness goals. Her passion for helping others and interest in how the human body works led her to this career Joleen loves so much. She works with her clients to understand their individual needs and develops a plan that tailors treatments to address their specific concerns. Joleen enjoys all aspects of massage from relaxation to deep tissue and uses a variety of different techniques.
Joleen is a lifelong learner, committed to learning new treatments and techniques that will help benefit her clients. She has received advanced studies certifications in Cupping Therapy, Hot Stone Massage and Pre/Postnatal Massage.
She likes to implement Cupping Therapy into her treatments where there are a lot of facial restrictions and muscle tension. She sees a positive response to this modality in her clients suffering from Plantar Fasciitis, Chronic Muscle Tension and Headaches.
Being a busy mom of two, she understands the stresses and changes pregnancy can put on the body, as well as the transition stresses and body mechanic issues that arise once a baby, is born. She has completed Prenatal and Postnatal courses through Trimesters and Perinatal Massage Therapy Education.
Joleen enjoys seeing the outcome of her Hot Stone treatments. Clients experiencing stress, anxiety, fibromyalgia, fatigue and insomnia respond greatly to Hot Stone Massage.
Outside of the clinic, Joleen enjoys spending time with her family and friends, being outdoors, and listening to music.
All services that Joleen offers are covered under extended health insurance.
Katey Prance
RMT, REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
e. katey@threetideswellness.ca
Katey is a recent graduate of Westervelt College from the Massage Therapy Program and is excited to begin her career with Three Tides Wellness. She has a passion for helping people feel their best by tailoring each treatment or treatment plan to a clients individual and specific needs. Katey understands how pain can have a limiting effect on one’s life and is eager to help assist in enhancing the function and performance of her clients.
To help her clients meet their health and wellness goals, Katey provides both relaxation and therapeutic treatments using modalities such as general Swedish massage, myofascial release and lymphatic drainage. She values the use of physical exercise in the rehabilitation process and is knowledgeable in providing clients with exercises tailored to their specific needs and conditions. Katey’s caring approach creates a positive and pleasant experience for clients, ensuring they get the most benefit from their treatments.
Mary Boersma
RMT, REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
e. mary@threetideswellness.ca
Mary has been a Registered Massage Therapist in Ontario for over 23 years. Having worked in multi-disciplinary clinics, spas, and fitness facilities, most of her experience is in private practice. As a therapist, Mary focuses on utilizing evidence-based care along with the biopsychosocial model in her massage treatments.
Mary has also been a College Educator for 12+ years in the areas of Massage, Kinesiology, and Fitness. One of the tenants of her practice is incorporating rehab/prehab and movement into her treatment plans to help improve her client’s outcomes and quality of life.
Mary is a perpetual learner and has continued to take courses in Myoskelatal Alignment Technique, Human Performance Training, Motivational Interviewing, CBT & Mindfulness which assist in improving her practice and client’s treatment outcomes.
Outside the clinic you can find Mary in the gym weight training, practicing Yoga, traveling abroad with her husband and two children, backcountry camping, or paddling the beautiful lakes and rivers of Central Ontario.
Sarah MacDonald
RMT, REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
e. sarahm@threetideswellness.ca
Sarah Macdonald graduated from Westervelt College in 2022 with honours after previously completing her OTA/PTA certificate at Conestoga College in 2020.
She focuses on finding the root cause of the aches and pains and using different massage techniques to help get clients back to feeling their best. She has had experience working in many different settings such as multi-disciplinary clinics, hospitals, and long term care.
To further the care with her clients, Sarah enjoys creating home care programs so her clients can continue to feel their best. Her home care programs consist of exercises, stretches, and self-care activities.
Outside of work Sarah can be found spending time with her horse, at a spin class, or studying for school.
She is an undergraduate student at Wilfrid Laurier University, studying Community Health.
Taylor Burch
OSTEOPATHIC MANUAL PRACTITIONER, M.OMSC
e.taylor@threetideswellness.ca
Taylor was introduced to the practice of osteopathy after dealing with years of occupational back pain and no relief from any other modalities. She only started to see results when she found an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner who searched for the root cause of her problems, rather than just treating her symptoms. She knew almost immediately that this was the career path she had been searching for.
Taylor is a graduate of the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy and a member of the Ontario Osteopathic Association. Prior to her osteopathic education, Taylor earned her Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Wilfrid Laurier University. Her educational background has allowed her to combine her skills in logic and reasoning with an in-depth knowledge of functional anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, assessment and mechanical principles.
Taylor’s approach to treatment is always unique to her patient’s specific needs and lifestyle. Through gentle adjustment of the body, Taylor will work to stabilize the structure, balance the body and remove obstructions that restrict the flow of nerves, arteries, veins and lymphatics. Only when the body is balanced, and structures are adjusted to normal, can we begin to facilitate the self-healing, self-regulating mechanisms of the body.
Please contact her or book an appointment to learn more about what Osteopathy can do to improve your health and wellness!
Helena Dackovic
Registered Physiotherapist, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
e.helena@threetideswellness.ca
Helena is a physiotherapist who started the path to her career in her hometown of Waterloo. She completed her Bachelor of Health Sciences in 2015 at Wilfrid Laurier University, and then went on to Hamilton to further her studies with an MSc in Physiotherapy at McMaster University. Some of her placements and volunteering allowed her to travel and work outside of Ontario, including Vancouver, B.C and Belgrade, Serbia.
After graduating and becoming a Registered Physiotherapist, she began working as an Orthopedic Therapist where she treated patients suffering from a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. While she enjoyed every minute of it, she knew that she had a keen interest in women’s health and decided to complete courses specific to Pelvic Health Physiotherapy. Now she enjoys working with patients who are looking for help in areas of Physiotherapy related to a person’s pelvic floor.
Often patients who come to her are unsure of Pelvic Physiotherapy and what it entails, but Helena loves to walk a patient through the entire pelvic program and explain just how it can benefit each individual. She adjusts her treatment sessions so each is specific to the individual’s own pace toward the road to recovery. After the first assessment with Helena, you will feel much better about Pelvic Health Physiotherapy and how it can help!
Outside of work, Helena spends most of her time with her husband and her two little kids. Anything to do with a beach, music, or dancing, is always on the agenda!
To learn more, visit: www.onlinepelviccare.com
Dr. Kate Ferguson
NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR
e. kate@threetideswellness.ca
Dr. Katelynn Ferguson is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor, with a passion for empowering others to take control of their own health.
"I chose a career in Naturopathic Medicine because I knew that I wanted to find a way to truly help people find optimal wellness, and be in control of their own health. It was my own struggles with weight, anxiety, and PCOS as a teenager that led me to naturopathic medicine. I needed a plan to manage my health concerns that didn’t rely on band-aid solutions to treat symptoms, but rather a strategy and plan that examined the root cause of my concerns. With the help of naturopathic medicine I was able harness my hormones, and develop my own path to wellness. While I live my own health journey everyday, I have taken the drivers seat. I have mapped out a much smoother, and much more empowered ride, where I am embodying the balanced life that I yearned for as a teenager. It is my goal to help you find your drivers seat, take control of your health, and reach your vision of optimal wellness. I am committed to spending time with you, listening attentively to your concerns, and developing targeted individualized treatment plans to address them."- Dr. Kate, ND
Dr. Kate has a special focus on hormonal health, PCOS, women’s health, fertility, stress management, weight management, anxiety, athletic performance, and digestive concerns. As a personal trainer, yoga teacher, and former varsity athlete she values the importance of movement in supporting the mind-body connection, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She often incorporates mindfulness-based practices, and personalized exercise plans into treatment plans, to effectively treat the whole individual. Her treatment philosophy is rooted in uncovering the root cause of concerns through a detailed health history intake and comprehensive lab testing. Treatment is focused on promoting the body's natural ability to heal through optimal nutrition, botanical medicine, acupuncture, lifestyle medicine, and traditional naturopathic modalities tailored to individual needs.
When she is not seeing patients at Three Tides, or diving into fresh research to make the best treatment plans, you can find her hiking with her partner and two pups, enjoying an iced coffee, challenging herself with a sweaty workout, or crafting new healthy recipes in the kitchen.
Jeanette Turnbull
REGISTERED ACUPUNCTURIST
e. jeanette@threetideswellness.ca
Jeanette Turnbull is a Registered Acupuncturist in good standing with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO – Government Regulated). She graduated from the Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine Academy (formerly The Shiatsu School of Canada) Acupuncture Diploma program with high honours in 2015.
Jeanette has extensive training in many Traditional Chinese Medicine modalities including acupuncture, fire cupping, moxibustion, gua sha and Eastern nutrition. She uses these skills to provide individualized treatment plans that address both the symptoms and underlying issues. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge of TCM with others to assist them in taking an active role in their healing process.
Jeanette has a special interest in a wide range of health concerns including fertility support, perimenopause, insomnia, migraines, IBS, pain management, anxiety, chronic fatigue and facial rejuvenation (cosmetic acupuncture). Jeanette continues her studies to provide the best possible care and is currently studying Neuroauricular Acupuncture.
Direct billing is available through most benefits plans with this practitioner.
Natalie Thibodeau
HOLISTIC SKIN CARE THERAPIST, ENERGY HEALER & REIKI MASTER, HEAD OF AYURVEDA
e. natalie@threetideswellness.ca
Natalie Thibodeau is a Holistic Skin Care Therapist, Energy Healing practitioner and Head of Ayurveda. Natalie has always been very passionate about holistic health and wellness. She believes in creating services and treatments that support the mind, body & soul. Therefore as an aesthetician, she wanted to create a facial experience that is truly holistic! Natalie LOVES to provide a service that incorporates organic high quality ingredients, lymphatic massage techniques, nutritional suggestions and energetic healing modalities. Her journey as a holistic facialist began by completing her intensive Holistic Facialist program from Cocoa Haven. After graduation, she completed another skin care program at Gina’s and received the MASTERS certificate from intercosmetics. Natalie was originally interested in using her skin care regiment as an act of self-care. She wanted to make self-care and self-love a priority and noticed that this small ritual had a positive ripples effect in other areas of my life. Natalie enjoys consulting with clients, nourishing their skin and assisting them by recommending homecare tips and products that can enrich their complexion long term.
As her holistic facials evolved, Natalie wanted to continue to incorporate all elements of wellness in the facial treatment in addition to her clienteles’ lifestyle. She then became a certified Reiki Master as well as a practitioner of Access Bars. These energy treatments can seamlessly be applied during services to enhance relaxation. When Natalie is not in her treatment room, you can find her on her yoga mat. Natalie is also a certified yoga instructor with a specialization in restorative yoga.
“Your skin is your best accessory. Let’s take good care of it."
Natalie looks forward to welcoming you into her treatment room.
Marilia Pereira
CNP, RNCP, ROHP, CNE, REGISTERED HOLISTIC NUTRITIONIST, REGISTERED REFLEXOLOGIST, CLINICAL IRIDOLOGIST & CULINARY NUTRITION EXPERT
e. marilia@threetideswellness.ca
Marilia Pereira is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Regulated and Registered Reflexologist, Clinical Iridologist and Culinary Nutrition Expert, with her private practice Fleurish Holistic Nutrition and Lifestyle, located in Waterloo and servicing clients worldwide. Using orthomolecular nutritional therapies, she specializes in hormone health, sleep, stress management, fertility, childhood/teenage nutrition, pregnancy, and digestion.
Marilia holds an honours diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition from the Institute of Holistic Nutrition with designations earned of Certified Nutritional Practitioner (CNP Hons.), Registered Orthomolecular Health Practitioner (ROHP), Registered Nutritional Consulting Practitioner (RNCP), and Clinical Iridologist. In addition she also holds a diploma as a Culinary Nutrition Expert (CNE Hons.) from the Academy of Culinary Nutrition. Her business background includes degree in Business Administration and Information Management (BAA) from Ryerson University. Over the past 10 years Marilia has been helping people achieve their health goals with nutritional consultations, clinical iridology, reflexology, meal plans, cooking workshops, holistic lifestyle solutions, corporate events, workshops and seminars.
Marilia believes holistic nutrition is more than just food and restrictive diets - it's about restoring your health on a cellular level, using whole foods, herbs, supplements and wellness therapies, based on your individual biochemistry, to improve your health. You are what you eat, absorb, assimilate and eliminate. In a nutshell, this is what makes your health YOU.
You can find Marilia on Instagram @fleurishwithmarilia or learn more about her at fleurishwithmarilia.com
Keira Stone
CERTIFIED NUTRITIONAL PRACTITIONER (CNP)
e. keira@threetideswellness.ca
Meet Keira Stone, a Certified Nutritional Practitioner (CNP) with a genuine passion for hormonal health, more specifically menstruation health. Graduating with honours in 2020 from the Institute of Holistic Nutrition, Keira’s personal journey through hormonal struggles and a more recent diagnosis of PCOS, inspired the creation of ‘Beautifully Balanced Nutrition.’
Her commitment to empowerment led her to continue her education by taking Applied Endocrinology, Naturally Designed Pregnancy and Early Childhood, and Aviva Romm’s Functional and Integrative Medicine Professional Training Program. This diverse knowledge equips her to address the unique challenges people face in their hormonal health journey.
Having navigated her own hormonal health journey, Keira understands the impact it can have, both physically and emotionally. ‘Beautifully Balanced Nutrition’ is Keira’s heartfelt response to support people who, like herself, are grappling with menstruation related issues. As a CNP, Keira’s role is to provide personalized health guidance, considering the holistic aspects of each person’s life.
Her goal is to empower and educate people about the profound impact that food has on our hormones and menstrual cycles. She firmly believes that everyone possesses the ability to restore balance and ease in their bodies with the right nutrition, guidance and tools, and she is here to provide just that.
Keira takes a friendly and holistic approach to health, acknowledging the intricate interplay of various life aspects. Her goal is to assist people in creating balance, offering unwavering support so they can achieve healthy, easy, pain free periods and feel beautifully balanced, both inside and out.
Ready to embark on your journey to hormonal health and overall well-being? Keira invites you to get in touch. Together, you can explore the transformative power of nutrition and pave the way for a beautifully balanced life. Visit www.beautifullybalancednutrition.ca for more information.
Sarah Ewald
MSW, RSW, SOCIAL WORKER & PSYCHOTHERAPIST
e. sarah@threetideswellness.ca
Sarah is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, as well as a member of good standing with the Ontario Association of Social Workers. Through an integrative, modern approach Sarah offers embodied psychotherapy to help women and teen girls reconnect to their whole self. Sarah offers individual therapy that is tailored to the needs of millennial women, modern mothers and teen girls (age 16-19).
Through an integrative, embodied approach, Sarah will help you manage difficulties with greater capacity, understanding and a sense of wholeness. In session together you will develop a deeper understanding of what drives you, build your capacity to meet challenges and navigate your life with more authenticity. Sarah deeply honours the courage it takes for you to show up in this space and reach out for support, and wholeheartedly believes in your capacity to journey inward. Therapy for the older teen girl feeling wildly misunderstood. Therapy for the creative, professional millennial woman going through deep change and growth. Therapy for the modern mother with an expansive approach to the post-natal experience and beyond. Therapy that is integrative, resonate and modern. Together let's build your resilience so that you can live a more connected, authentic, happier and bountiful life.
For more information on Sarah, her approach, background and to book a free 15 minute consultation or session please visit her website at www.sarahewaldembodied.com
Vanessa Bauer
RSW, MSW, REGISTERED SOCIAL WORKER & PSYCHOTHERAPIST
e. vanessa@threetideswellness.ca
Vanessa is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, as well as a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
Vanessa offers counselling & psychotherapy services. Through a holistic approach, she supports individuals in developing the necessary tools and skills needed to overcome their mental health symptoms and addiction challenges. Vanessa will help you develop new coping skills so that you can overcome life's challenges and live a more balanced and authentic life.
Through an eclectic approach, Vanessa draws on techniques from various therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectic Behaviour Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Vanessa is looking forward to being a part of and supporting you in your healing journey!
Visit www.vanessabauer.ca to learn more about Vanessa.
Ready to book a 20-minute consultation or your first session? Visit: vanessabauer.janeapp.com
Diane Schalk
NEUROPTIMAL® NEUROFEEDBACK, REGISTERED BOWEN THERAPIST
e. diane@threetideswellness.ca
Diane is a Certified NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback Trainer and Registered Bowen Therapist through The Bowen Therapy Academy of Australia.
Diane has a keen interest in holistic healing and has fed this passion with a commitment to continual learning. It was her own personal healing journey that ignited Diane’s passion for holistic healing.
Diane is motivated by a desire to empower and support others in their healing journeys. Over the years, she has taken many courses to expand her knowledge and understanding of a variety of healing practices, which has solidified her belief that we must address all aspects of our lives — mind, body and spirit — to be truly healthy.
Outside of work Diane’s interests include hiking, cycling and enjoying the restorative energies of natural surroundings. She is also a passionate cook who enjoys getting creative in the kitchen making nourishing meals from the bounty of in-season ingredients available locally.
Shannon Leis
REIKI MASTER, ENERGY & SPIRITUAL HEALER
e. shannon@threetideswellness.ca
Shannon Leis is an Energy & Spiritual Healer and a Quantum Shamanic Reiki Master with the International Centre for Reiki. She trains with Pete Bernard of Pikwakanagan First Nation and The 8th Fire School of Sacred Alchemy.
Shannon’s own journey of healing chronic illness, burnout, and feeling lost and disconnected, helped her discover the interconnectedness of nurturing mind, body and spirit for true wellness.
Using the body, mind, heart, and spirit connection, she will support you as you ease into a state of deep relaxation for self-healing and clarity.
Shannon will help you connect with your true nature and your inner wisdom, leading you to a deeper sense of self-love, confidence and empowerment; in support of creating a life that you love.
When she’s not holding space for clients, Shannon loves Pilates, hiking and connecting to nature with her dog Lily. She studies herbalism and uses herbs, fruits, vegetables and nature to support her body’s optimal self-healing functions. Shannon also loves expressing herself creatively through; music, writing, painting, design and creative projects.