Sanctuary

Geha

Senior Practitioner B.A., LMT, ERYT, R.Ac.

Services offered: Acupuncture/TCM, Tarot, Qi Gong

Geha has spent over four decades exploring healing arts, beginning with a movement-therapy degree from the College of Performing Arts in Vienna. In 1980, she studied Shiatsu and Oriental Diagnosis with Wataru Ohashi in New York, sparking a lifelong passion for eastern philosophy, mysticism, and medicine. She later trained in medical massage at the Swedish Institute of New York, craniosacral therapy with David Little, nutrition, aromatherapy, and varied bodywork modalities.

For the last forty years, Geha has apprenticed with teachers across Europe, California, and Maui, focusing on Chinese medicine and herbs. She earned her Acupuncture Diploma in 2007 after completing the program at Grant MacEwan College in Edmonton. A seasoned Yoga and Meditation teacher, her practice emphasizes gentleness, presence, and compassionate care. Her work centers on body–mind–spirit integration to foster deep, subtle healing and heightened awareness.

See Geha’s profile in Womanition magazine.

Michaela

Services offered: Acupuncture, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, Traditional Massage

Michaela is a highly skilled wellness practitioner with over a decade of experience in holistic health. Her journey began as a Certified Holistic Nutritionist managing a health food store, where she developed a deep understanding of western herbal medicine, supplements, and holistic nutrition. Guided by a passion for integrative healing, Michaela pursued studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, earning recognition and a scholarship from Sageherb Biotechnology for excellence in Chinese herbal therapy.

Now a Registered Acupuncturist in Alberta and a Chinese Medicine Practitioner in Ontario, Michaela provides gentle, individualized treatments that balance the body, mind, and spirit. Her therapies include acupuncture, herbal medicine, Tui Na massage, cupping, gua sha, acupressure, and dietary guidance. She specializes in digestive health, dermatology, pain management, autoimmune conditions, and emotional wellness.

Michaela’s massage therapy integrates clinical assessment and restorative techniques to reduce pain, enhance mobility, and renew vitality—helping clients feel relaxed, empowered, and aligned.

Shalom

Provisional Acupuncturist

Services offered: Acupuncture

After devoting 14 wonderful years to raising her four children, Shalom is thrilled to return to her passion—helping others through the healing art of acupuncture. Now a fully licensed Registered Acupuncturist, she brings a warm, compassionate presence and a deep understanding of balance, wellness, and life’s natural rhythms.

Health and holistic living have always been central to Shalom’s journey. Her enriched life experience allows her to connect with clients on a meaningful level, supporting their physical, emotional, and energetic wellbeing. She is dedicated to helping each person achieve greater harmony and vitality through personalized acupuncture treatments that restore flow and promote natural healing.

Outside of the clinic, Shalom enjoys time with her family, tending to her small farm, staying active through sports, and relaxing with a good board or card game. Her grounded energy and love for community shine through every session.

Brianna

Dr.Ac, Level IV Reiki

Services offered: Acupuncture, Reiki, Reiki Sound Healing Acupuncture

Brianna is a dedicated Acupuncturist and Reiki practitioner based in Edmonton, Alberta. Holding a Doctor of Acupuncture designation from the Alberta College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, she is passionate about guiding others toward balance, renewal, and holistic wellness.

Drawn to the art of healing on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels, Brianna blends ancient wisdom with a compassionate, trauma-informed approach. As a Level Four Usui and Violet Flame Reiki practitioner, she creates a nurturing space for deep relaxation, stress relief, and energy alignment.

Her treatments may include acupuncture, Reiki, sound healing with authentic Crystal Tones Singing Bowls, fire cupping, and acupressure—each session uniquely tailored to meet clients where they are. Brianna supports a range of concerns including mental and emotional health, insomnia, chronic pain, digestive issues, and detoxification.

Committed to helping each person connect with their innate healing potential, Brianna empowers clients to cultivate self-awareness, serenity, and lasting wellbeing.

Leslie

RMT

Services offered: Traditional Massage, I Am Woman, Sacred Rain Massage, Sugaring

Leslie is a Registered Massage Therapist and passionate wellness professional dedicated to helping clients restore balance, relieve tension, and feel their best. An enthusiastic lifelong learner, she began her journey in 2008 at the H&B Massage Therapy Training Centre in Edmonton, training under a seasoned therapist with over 35 years of experience. After completing two years of study, Leslie earned certifications in Relaxation, General, and Advanced Massage Therapy—laying the foundation for her expertise in both therapeutic and restorative treatments.

With thousands of hours of hands-on experience, Leslie has worked in spas and community settings across Edmonton, offering professional care to clients seeking relaxation, injury recovery, and overall well-being. She continues to expand her skills to integrate holistic approaches that nurture both body and mind.

Leslie’s compassionate touch and personalized treatments create a calming space for healing and rejuvenation. Her long-term vision is to open her own wellness clinic where each client can experience deep renewal and mindful care.

Noelle

RMT, RTTP, C-Hyp

Services offered: Traditional Massage. Cupping Massage. Lymphatic Drainage Massage, RTT/Hypnotherapy

Noelle is a compassionate and intuitive wellness practitioner dedicated to helping clients achieve balance, strength, and inner harmony. A graduate of Vicars School of Massage Therapy (2019) and proud member of the NHPC, she has continued to grow her practice through advanced training in dynamic cupping, self-myofascial release, and assisted stretching. Noelle specializes in therapeutic and sports massage, remedial exercise for pain relief and recovery, manual lymphatic drainage, and relaxation massage.

Guided by a deep passion for holistic healing, Noelle expanded her expertise to include Hypnotherapy and Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT), training with world-renowned hypnotherapist Marisa Peer. As a certified Hypnotherapist and member of the International Institute of Complementary Therapists, she integrates mind–body techniques to support deep, lasting well-being.

Noelle is also a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with Yoga Alliance, trained in hatha, vinyasa, ashtanga, restorative, and yin yoga. She teaches pranayama (yogic breathing) and meditation, blending mindfulness and movement to create a deeply restorative experience.

Heng

RMT, MOT

Services offered: Manual Osteopathic Treatment, Traditional Massage. Hot Stone Massage, Prenatal Massage, TMJ, Rapid Release

Heng is a compassionate Massage Therapist and Manual Osteopathic Therapist dedicated to restoring balance, relieving pain, and enhancing well-being. She graduated from the Massage Therapy program at MH Vicars School and the Manual Osteopathic Therapy program at the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada (MOCC). Guided by the belief that true healing arises from the connection between mind and body, Heng creates personalized treatments that nurture both physical and emotional harmony.

With a calm and thoughtful approach, Heng builds trusting relationships with her clients, listening deeply to understand their unique needs. Her areas of expertise include Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Swedish Relaxation, Sports Massage, Hot Stone, and Prenatal and Postnatal Massage. She also integrates Manual Osteopathic Therapy to assess and restore the body’s natural structure, rhythm, and flow.

Heng’s goal is to help each client move with greater ease, reduce stress, and experience renewed vitality—creating space for lasting healing and balanced wellness.

Shannon

RMT, Level III Reiki

Services offered: Massage, Cupping Massage, Reiki Massage, Reiki

Shannon is a compassionate Registered Massage Therapist, Level III Reiki Practitioner, and Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant dedicated to helping clients achieve balance and well-being through integrative, heart-centered care. With a strong foundation in Psychology from Concordia University of Edmonton and certification from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, she blends mind–body awareness with holistic healing practices.

A graduate of Vicars School of Massage Therapy, Shannon combines therapeutic massage techniques with energy-based modalities to create deeply personalized treatments. Her sessions support relaxation, physical recovery, and emotional release, using intuitive touch and a variety of methods tailored to each client’s needs. She has a special passion for fascial work and for guiding clients through their Reiki experiences to encourage insight, growth, and restored harmony.

Shannon’s peaceful and supportive approach ensures every session feels safe, restorative, and empowering. Always eager to learn, she continues expanding her knowledge to help others live healthier, more balanced lives.

Duncan

RMT

Services offered: Traditional Massage, Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Duncan is a dedicated Registered Massage Therapist committed to helping clients achieve lasting balance, mobility, and well-being. A graduate of Vicars School of Massage Therapy (2024) with a 2200-hour diploma, he is trained in a wide range of therapeutic techniques, including Myofascial Release, Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), Remedial Exercise, TMJ Massage, and Relaxation Therapy.

As a solution-focused therapist, Duncan specializes in assessing and addressing musculoskeletal imbalances that contribute to pain and tension. Each session is thoughtfully customized with evidence-based methods and homecare strategies to support recovery, improve movement, and prevent future injury.

With a calm and professional approach, Duncan creates a supportive space where clients can unwind, heal, and restore harmony between body and mind. Continually expanding his therapeutic knowledge, he is passionate about integrating new modalities and holistic techniques to provide the most comprehensive, effective care possible.

Vlad

RMT

Services offered: Traditional Massage. Cupping Massage. Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Vlad is a dedicated Registered Massage Therapist with a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy earned in Poland in 2016. His extensive clinical background spans neurology, cardiology, geriatrics, psychiatry, and gynecology, giving him a comprehensive understanding of the human body and its healing potential. During his studies, he trained in leading massage clinics, mastering a wide range of therapeutic techniques.

Before moving to Canada, Vlad worked as both a physiotherapist and a massage therapy instructor, deepening his clinical expertise and passion for helping others achieve optimal wellness. In April 2025, he completed an accredited 2200-hour Massage Therapy program in Canada, aligning his practice with national standards of care.

Combining physical therapy principles with restorative massage, Vlad creates treatments that improve mobility, relieve pain, and restore balance. He believes in empowering clients with knowledge and mindful self-care to support their long-term health.

Outside of work, Vlad enjoys yoga, hiking, photography, and exploring new adventures that inspire connection and growth.

Kasia

Aesthetician

Services offered: Facials, Sugaring

Katarzyna (Kasia) Gwozdz is a master aesthetician with over 30 years of professional experience dedicated to enhancing natural beauty through expert skincare. Originally from Poland, where she owned and operated her own luxury beauty spa, Kasia built her reputation on precision, excellence, and a deep commitment to client care.

Now based in Edmonton, she brings her extensive European expertise to Wellness on Whyte, offering indulgent, restorative, and naturally inspired facial treatments. Her advanced knowledge of skincare techniques and her artful attention to detail ensure every service is both deeply relaxing and highly effective.

Renowned for her gentle touch and genuine warmth, Kasia creates luxurious spa experiences that rejuvenate the skin, calm the mind, and uplift the spirit. Her clients value her professionalism, technical mastery, and passion for holistic beauty. With decades of experience and an unwavering dedication to excellence, Kasia continues to set the standard for exceptional aesthetic care.

Rene

Aesthetician

Services offered: Facials, Sugaring, Manicure, Pedicure, Tinting

With over a decade of experience in the beauty and wellness industry and four years specializing in holistic esthetics, Rene views skincare as both an art and a science. A graduate of the European Institute of Esthetics (2020), she continues to expand her knowledge through advanced education and hands-on practice alongside industry leaders.

At Wellness on Whyte, Rene blends modern techniques with holistic principles to create personalized, transformative treatments that nurture the skin and the soul. Certified in multiple esthetic and holistic disciplines, she approaches each client as a unique canvas—combining precision, creativity, and a deep respect for natural beauty.

Her customized care plans are designed to promote radiant skin, relaxation, and overall well-being. Guided by a passion for artistry and mindful care, Rene’s work reflects a harmonious balance of technique and intuition, leaving clients feeling refreshed, confident, and renewed. She continues to elevate her craft through innovation, compassion, and dedication to excellence.

Valerie

Aesthetician

Services offered: Facials, Manicure, Pedicure, Sugaring

Valerie Poh discovered her passion for skincare at just 11 years old after receiving her first facial—a moment that inspired a lifelong dedication to healthy, radiant skin. After moving to Canada in 1994, she experienced firsthand how climate affects skin health, sparking her determination to understand and heal through proper care and treatment.

In 2003, Valerie earned her Aesthetics Certification from The Alberta Academy and later became a certified Laser Technician through The European Institute in 2011. With over a decade of experience in a medical spa setting, she has also trained extensively with Gehwol in holistic pedicures and Osmosis Pur Medical Skincare for advanced sub-dermal rejuvenation techniques.

At Wellness on Whyte, Valerie blends science, skill, and holistic care to deliver customized facials and treatments that balance beauty with wellness. Believing that skin health reflects lifestyle and environment, she takes joy in helping clients look and feel beautiful—inside and out—through mindful, personalized care.

Aziz

BHMS, MDHom, PhD

Services offered: Homeopathy

Dr. Aziz Merchant, BHMS, MDHom, is an experienced Homeopathic Physician with over two decades of clinical practice dedicated to restoring balance and vitality through natural medicine. He earned his Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery and his postgraduate doctorate in Homeopathic Materia Medica from the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences in India.

During his eight and a half years of medical education and residency in Bombay, Dr. Merchant trained under some of India’s leading homeopaths, gaining extensive experience in both chronic and acute care. He also served as a lecturer in Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Medicine, Immunology, and Genetics, sharing his deep knowledge of integrative healthcare.

Now practicing in Edmonton, Dr. Merchant brings a holistic, genetics-informed approach that considers each patient’s unique constitution and health history. His personalized treatments address the root causes of illness, achieving consistent results across a wide range of conditions. With patients worldwide, he continues to champion homeopathy as a precise, compassionate, and effective healing system.

Tuuli

Astrologer

Services offered: Astrology

Tuuli is an intuitive astrologer and mindfulness-based counsellor with over 35 years of experience in Jungian Astrology. Originally from Finland, she has spent much of her life exploring Europe, Australia, and South America—experiences that deeply enriched her spiritual and psychological insights. Her fascination with astrology began at 17, eventually leading her to study under renowned Jungian astrologers Liz Greene and Howard Sasportas.

Now based in Edmonton, Tuuli offers heart-centered astrological readings that integrate Jungian psychology, mindfulness, and her natural intuitive gifts. Her approach helps clients reconnect with their authentic selves and align with their soul’s purpose as revealed in their personal planetary blueprint.

Tuuli believes the heart is “the meeting place of the individual and the Divine,” guiding each session toward clarity, healing, and inner peace. Her profound readings illuminate the path of self-discovery—inviting clients to embrace vulnerability, wisdom, and transformation as they journey home to their true nature.

Sonia

Ayurveda Health Counsellor

Services offered: Ayurveda

Sonia is a women’s wellness practitioner, Ayurvedic Health Counsellor, and educator devoted to restoring balance in the lives of those in her community. Rooted in the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda and holistic medicine, her work bridges ancient healing traditions with the realities of contemporary motherhood, depletion, fertility and hormonal health— for both men and women.

Through her practice, Sonia supports clients in reconnecting with the natural intelligence of their bodies. Her areas of focus include hormonal balance, menstrual health, stress and depletion, fertility, postpartum recovery, and the deeper spiritual dimensions of wellbeing. She is especially passionate about helping women understand the rhythms of their cycles and the sacred transitions of womanhood: from menstruation to motherhood to menopause.

Sonia’s approach blends clinical insight with a deeply intuitive, nurturing style of care. Her work often incorporates Ayurvedic lifestyle practices, herbal wisdom, and restorative therapies designed to replenish the nervous system and bring the body back into harmony.

At the heart of her work is a simple belief: when all beings are nourished, supported, and connected to their inner rhythms, they thrive—as do the communities around them, and the lineages of theirs to come.

Saxon

Wellness Manager

Saxon brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role as Wellness Manager at Wellness on Whyte. Having successfully run multiple ventures alongside her husband and supported numerous businesses within her network, she offers a unique blend of business acumen and heartfelt leadership.

With a deep well of wisdom, compassion, and vision, Saxon creates a space where everyone feels supported and empowered to grow. Her steady presence and collaborative spirit make her an inspiring leader who is poised to guide the Wellness on Whyte community into its next chapter with purpose and grace.

Amanda

Finance & Operations Manager

Amanda brings a strong background in commerce and business to her role at Wellness on Whyte, where she oversees all financial operations and provides comprehensive leadership across the organization. With over a decade of experience in banking, including managerial positions, she applies her expertise to ensure the center runs smoothly and sustainably.​

Amanda’s commitment to wellness is both professional and personal. She first joined Wellness on Whyte in 2016, deepening her appreciation for holistic health after earning her yoga teacher certification in 2014. After taking time to focus on her family, she returned in 2022, bringing renewed energy and vision. Amanda is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where individuals can thrive, integrating wellness values into every aspect of the organization’s operations.

Sonia

Marketing Manager

Sonia serves as Marketing Manager at the Wellness on Whyte sanctuary, where she blends strategy with essence and story. With a background as an Ayurvedic practitioner, she brings a holistic and intuitive lens to brand leadership, understanding that meaningful connection begins with alignment.

Sonia shapes the clinic’s voice and visibility with clarity and intention, ensuring its commitment to integrative care and community wellbeing is felt in every interaction. Her work bridges vision and purpose, guiding growth that is deeply rooted in integrity and heart.

Amelia

Wellness Coordinator

As a second year Business-Administration student majoring in Management, Amelia was eager to join the team as an opportunity to apply her administrative knowledge while deepening her understanding of the various wellness practices offered here at Wellness on Whyte. With years of experience in customer service and a passion for working with people, she takes pride in contributing to the warm and welcoming environment that defines Wellness on Whyte.

Outside of work and school, Amelia likes to spend her free time at the gym, getting out in nature, or hanging out with her friends.

Zuzanna

Wellness Coordinator

Zuzanna, currently a high school student, brings a strong sense of teamwork, adaptability, and a warm, welcoming presence to our clinic and community.

Fluent in Polish and skilled in organization, Zuzanna has volunteered at Metro Athletics and Our Lady Queen of Poland Church, where she supported office operations and community events. During her free time she enjoys playing sports and reading.

Whether helping out behind the scenes or engaging with clients, she is committed to creating a positive and supportive environment.

Bernadine

Since graduating from Millwoods Christian School, Bernadine has been involved in volunteer roles at Hope City Church—serving in both the café and nursery, as well as stepping into leadership as a youth mentor. These experiences have deepened her heart for people and her desire to create safe, welcoming spaces for others to feel seen, supported, and cared for.

Now at the front desk at Wellness on Whyte, Bernadine brings her background in guest services and passion for community into every interaction. She is committed to building meaningful connections and ensuring that each client’s visit is smooth and comfortable.

When she’s not at the sanctuary, she loves traveling, spending time with friends and family, and being outdoors whenever she can.

Dini

Wellness Coordinator

Dini’s passion for wellness has grown through years of joining healing circles, exploring various holistic modalities, and cultivating mindfulness in her daily life. These experiences have shown her the profound impact that intentional healing can have on one’s well-being.

Drawn by a desire to give back, Dini found her way to Wellness on Whyte, where she combines her strong background in customer service with her dedication to supporting others to wellness.

When she’s not at the clinic, you’ll often find Dini reading, writing, or spending time with her family.

Paige

Wellness Coordinator

As a community member of Hearth Cowork and CoWellness, Paige co-hosts open mic events for writers and singers. Holding space for community and authentic sharing is what she enjoys most. Being a vocalist herself, she is drawn to wellness because she believes that the health and quality of the voice is not separate from the overall Health of the body.

Now a wellness coordinator, Paige is Interested in making every guest feel welcomed at Wellness on Whyte, where their healing is supported. Her background in customer service and her interest in a wide variety of healing modalities assist her in her work at Wellness on Whyte.