James’ goal is to make a meaningful, lasting difference. He believes in treating the whole person; to this effect, James will seek to achieve balance in your: spine, pelvis and cranium, fascial network, craniosacral system, organ function, and nervous system function.

James enjoys unravelling the convoluted process that is dysfunction, understanding that the presentation of pain and altered function is often found distant to the primary cause. Furthermore, he respects that both conscious and subconscious sensory information in the body inform dysfunction; the key here is to also consider and treat distressful sensory input that we are unaware of. He enjoys addressing, often under explored, aspects of visceral (organ) and central nervous system manipulation as mediums to restore health. You’ll come away from treatment with an elevated understanding your symptoms and how treatment may be able to help.

His passion was discovered during Kinesiology studies at Brock University. It was after he achieved his Honors Bachelor in Kinesiology that he enrolled in the Massage Therapy program at Sutherland-Chan Teaching School and Clinic. More recently, James has completed his Manual Osteopathic Therapy studies through the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada and continues to fine tune his skills through the Barral Institute.

You can find James outside on the mountain tops with his wife Danyelle and their Great Dane, Simba. Elsewise, he’ll likely be passed out in his hammock with a book on his chest, James invites you to explore his pursuit of understanding the human body and all of its beautiful intricacies.

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Robert is a graduate of First College’s Massage Therapy Program in Kelowna, and has gained registration through the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia.

With his empathetic nature and intuitive touch, Robert is able to connect with people from all walks of life, providing a comfortable and safe space to focus on your goals. Whether you are seeking pain management, injury rehabilitation, or simply relaxation and general maintenance, he has the skill set required to help you.

Having grown up in the Okanagan, he is an avid outdoor enthusiast, soaking in all that the valley has to offer, always with his dog, Kona, by his side. Whether it’s hiking up mountains, lake days on the paddle board, or rock climbing at Gneiss, in order to do the activities he loves, he knows how important it is to feel like your best self.

Contact: robert@ascenttherapy.ca

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Shelby graduated from OVCMT’s two year program in late 2018 and registered with both CMTBC and RMTBC as soon as the opportunity came available to her in spring 2019. Since then she has continued to hone her craft working with a variety of ailments - from motor vehicle accidents, sports and overuse injuries to postural improvements and pain management.

As an enthusiastic equestrian who lives on and manages a small farm, Shelby oftentimes does two things at once, even in treatment. Do expect part of your massage to be continuing some interview and assessment questions. This is not meant to distract from a relaxing massage, but to further understand your lifestyle, goals and better understand how best to meet them. Also unique about Shelby is her own relationship with chronic illness, as someone living with MS, she very much understands the difficulties and unpredictable nature of these disorders. You will find she is a little extra careful to reduce exposure to illness of any kind, and as such does have a mask policy and will not bring in clients who are sick.

When not at the office Shelby is usually riding horses, training her dog, caring for chickens or maybe just chilling on the couch with her husband. She has a lifelong love of music, reading and movies as well as an inherited passion for automotives.

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Please note: Stephanie DOES NOT treat ICBC or WCB clients at this time

Stephanie graduated from the 3000-hour massage therapy program at the WCCMT Victoria campus in 2012. Since then, she has honed her craft by working with a diverse group of clients across the province and for the last 9 years in the Kelowna region.

With a focus in overall health and wellness and chronic issues she blends multiple massage modalities for a unique style that is relaxing and effective in treating each client’s specific needs.

Her goal in delivering client care is to reduce pain caused by physical activity and lifestyle habits while encouraging clients to balance health and wellbeing in their individual lives.

She is dedicated to providing quality client care and has a passion for natural healthcare practices. She believes educating patients with homecare can greatly improve their personal lives and empower them in being proactive enablers of self-therapy.

In her personal time she enjoys spending time with her husband, their dog and cat, baking, reading, hiking, snowshoeing, camping and going on outdoor adventures.

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Bobi has practiced Massage Therapy since 2013 after graduating from Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in Vernon BC and completing the board examinations with the College of Massage Therapists of BC (CMTBC). She is also a member of the Registered Massage Therapists Association of BC (RMTBC). She opened Ascent Therapy in April 2019.

With involvement in home based offices, a high end spa and busy multidisciplinary clinics, she has combined the best of all. Bobi’s experience, compassion and strength create her style that is relaxing, yet deep and effective. She loves a challenge and the opportunity to treat many patients with a variety of conditions.

You can usually find her outside hiking with her camera and dogs, or else curled up reading a good book. Bobi is proud of being a nerd and is always on the pursuit for knowledge. She is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program at TRU, with the hopes of continuing on to do research in Massage Therapy. She loves to answer any questions you can think of about massage or the human body.

Email: bobi@ascenttherapy.ca

Office Phone: 778-484-1010

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