Providers
Dr. Sarah Parmenter D.C. received her Honors Bachelor of Science (Human Kinetics) degree from the University of Ottawa in 1997. Her passion for natural health care and desire to teach people to lead healthier lives prompted her to continue her education at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. While at Palmer College, Dr. Sarah suffered a back injury which caused her many months of pain, not to mention countless sleepless nights. Her interests in pursuing a solution to her own back pain lead her to investigate low force techniques that offer lasting relief. She utilizes Sacrooccipital Technique (SOT), Activator Methods, Thompson Technique and some aspects of Applied Kinesiology as her primary adjusting methods. She has recently studied Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Technique (NAET) in the interest of treating her own lifelong allergies and is thrilled to be experiencing tremendous success and relief. You can contact Dr. Sarah at drsarah@prestonhealth.ca.
Dr. Dan Ricetto D.C. began his undergraduate training at Laurentian University, receiving an Honors Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He continued his studies at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, graduating Summa Cum Laude with the distinction of Presidential Scholar. While at Palmer College, Dr. Dan studied numerous adjusting techniques and spent many weekends traveling to additional chiropractic and health related seminars. In his practice Dr. Dan primarily uses low force adjusting techniques, particularly Active Release Techniques(ART)® as well as Activator Methods and Thompson Technique . Dr. Dan’s purpose in practice is to share his knowledge with others so that they may have the opportunity to experience the incredible changes that chiropractic care and adopting a healthy lifestyle have brought to his life. Contact Dr. Dan at drdan@prestonhealth.ca.
Ryan Murray RMT Ryan graduated from Queens University in 2002 where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Health Studies. Prior to attending university, Ryan became certified as a personal trainer and began working with people to meet their health and fitness goals. He is a certified personal trainer with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Over the years Ryan has furthered his knowledge in health and wellness and in June of 2006 he graduated from Kiné-Concept as a Registered Massage Therapist. His experience includes working with elite athletes at the World Aquatic Championships (FINA) and at various marathons and triathlons. Ryan is proficient in treating a number of soft tissue injuries utilizing many forms of therapy such as Swedish massage, myofascial release, neuromuscular techniques and sports massage therapy.
Elizabeth Scharf RMT Elizabeth graduated from CDI College in July, 2007 as a Registered Massage Therapist. She found her work in the student clinic to be the most rewarding part of her program as it was there that she was able to apply her knowledge of assessment, anatomy, physiology and pathology.
It is very important to Elizabeth that she provide client centered care in a professional environment. To achieve this she uses a variety of techniques including general Swedish massage, myofascial techniques, hot stone and trigger point therapy. She also empowers the client by providing home care exercises to improve the healing process. As a way to improve her knowledge and understanding of remedial exersice, Elizabeth has complteted the Can -Fit Certified Personal Trainer progam.
Resently, she was able to take myofacial release courses provided by the Jenings Institute.
Jude Bradley RMTJude graduated with honours from the Algonquin College Massage Therapy three-year program in April 2001, and is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. In addition, she has advanced training in craniosacral therapy (CST), which she has practiced extensively for nine years. Recently, Jude has studied and had training in an acupuncture-related modality called Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). Other techniques studied and practiced include fascial release (primarily for hand/foot problems), lymphatic drainage and Quantum Touch.
In practice, her focus and expertise covers a range of health issues, including chronic headaches and migraines, sinus problems, TMJ/jaw/ear dysfunction (including tinnitus/vertigo), neck and back pain, hand and foot pain, and fibromyalgia. Jude’s ultimate goal is to bring clients to a place of self-healing, which she also facilitates by encouraging and teaching self-care techniques.
Antonina Rizzo ~ Toni has been a yoga student for over 10 years. She has practiced many different styles. As a student she concentrated her practice on Hatha, Ashtanga and Kundalini but she has significantly invested a lot of time into the study of athletic biology and Yoga philosophy. Toni holds teaching certificates in Hatha, Ashtanga and Pre-Natal yoga. She also enjoys teaching Vinyasa Kundalini Yin and Children's Yoga. At present Toni also heads a City of Ottawa Children's Hatha Program for children aged 5-12. Toni will be teaching courses including Ashtanga, Vinyasa, PreNatal and Hatha.
Kim Mitchelutti ~ Kim found her love for yoga in Asia in 2001. Kim studied yoga and zen meditation for almost two years at the Korean Meditation Yoga Centre in Seoul Korea. She had the honour of mentoring under two accomplished instructors prior to returning to Canada with a great deal of inspiration. Kim has been teaching private yoga classes and some group classes since 2002. Above all else, she enjoys helping others to be healthy and happy.
Jayna Moar ~ Jayna has been experiencing the benefits of yoga since she was a young girl. Becoming an avid rock climber when she moved to Ottawa Jayna quickly began to see how yoga could benefit all areas of her life and, since completing her teacher training in Hatha and Yin yoga, has been working to help everyone see that there’s room for a little yoga in all our lives.
Joanne Pereira-Ekström ~ Joanne takes pleasure in all types of yoga, especially Hatha, Bikram, Kundalini and Yin Yoga. She enjoys yoga music to aid in her daily personal practice and had originally taking the teacher training course to expand her own practice, however she was overwhelmed by the gift of this experience and found herself wanting to share this gift with others. Joanne is a certified Hatha, Yin and Radiant Child Yoga Teacher.