KATHY ST.DENIS, Owner

A JK Teacher and published writer, Kathy found her passion for teaching early in life. In 1997 she discovered a desire to know more about Holistic Health Care and pursued a career by going back to school to receive a Nutritional Symptomatology Certification. With an enlightened intuition and a desire to help others she followed her path to complete certification in: Energy Healing, Yoga Breath, Aromatherapy Massage, Weight Loss Coach, Emotional Psychotherapy, Lifestyle Coaching and her Reiki Masters.

In 2000 she opened her first wellness clinic in the Kawarthas and has now come to Barrie where she hopes to create an oasis that's environmentally safe and tranquil for her clients health and well being.

BOB GOULET, Fitness Co-ordinator

A student from the International Sports Science Association, Bob will assist with our Healthy Living and Weight Loss Program.

We also extend our sincere thanks to Bob who is responsible for all the renovations and 'green' efforts to our center. A great deal of effort, time and detail was spent finding organic materials and constructing them when dealing with a 130 year old structure but, his vision proved to be just what we were looking for when designing our wellness center.

CHRISTOPHER L. CYBULSKI, Registered Acupuncturist, D.Ac.,DNM, D.TCM

Chris graduate with honors from the Open International University of Alternative Medicine, with a degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. He received a Doctor of Medicine (Medicine Alternative), in 2005 and is a member of the Examining Board of Natural Medicine Practitioners, affiliated with the World Organization of Natural Medicine Practitioners, accredited by the American Naturopathic Association.

Chris is also certified in Auricular Medicine, Medical Qi Gong, Smoking Cessation and Cosmetic Acupuncture.

KATHY RAYMOND, IBS Specialist

Kathy is a certified EFT Practitioner with over 18 years experience in energy
medicine and natural health. She is the co-founder of the No IBS Program.Her passion for natural health began with a very personal journey of healing for her
young daughter who recovered from using natural energy therapies.

For the past 20 years she has studied and practiced natural wellness techniques including Touch For Health, Emotional Freedom Techniques and Nutrition. She is also the co-author of How to Stay Healthy and Still Eat Chocolate.

TAYA MARA, Certified Quantum-Touch(R) Practitioner

Taya Mara is a Certified Quantum-Touch(R) Practitioner, who is gifted with
a intuitiveness and unique way of seeing and feeling energy. Her hands on
technique of healing connects with Light and Energy in a very deep and
interactive way, healing both the physical and emotional body.

Clearing your aura and chakras in combination with her own guided intuition
to removing blockage will unlock the door to overall health and well being.

TANYA PAULUS, Registered Massage Therapist

Tanya graduated from Everest College as a massage therapist and registered with the OMTA in April of 2006. She also brings to Shanty Bay Wellness Center reflexology, hot stone massage, and specialty massages that you can read about on our web site. Tanya is also part of our 'In Home' service that will bring her to your home if coming to the center is difficult for any reason. Arrangements can be made with booking through our center.

NICOLE vAN WOUWE-EMESTICA, Certified Aesthetician

Nicole van Wouwe-Emestica received her certification in Aesthetics at the Lucy Rinaldi Aesthetics Academy in 2001. She also completed certification in Hot Stone Massage and has been a successful entrepreneur and owner of Purity Day Spa for 8 years. Her massage techniques are un-paralleled and her passion for natural skin care has led her to master the art of making her facial and other traditional aesthetic preparation's stand out as unique, holistic and chemical free.