Donalda Balisky has been a Reflexology Therapist for over 25 years. She is a Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist with the Reflexology Association of Canada. She has also recently taken her Access Bars training (2024) through Access Consciousness. Donalda has taken her Sound Therapy course and is looking to incorporating this into her services. Donalda completed her Bachelor of Education degree in 2022 and teaches elementary and junior high students. She is very excited to be joining Progressive Physiotherapy and Wellness!

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Dr. Kelsey Bauman is born and raised in Grande Prairie and grew up playing minor hockey in town throughout his entire childhood. After graduating high school, he enrolled at the Grande Prairie Regional College (Northwestern Polytechnic) in the bachelor of kinesiology program with a major in high performance training and then finished the last two years of the program at the University of Alberta.

After completing his bachelor’s degree, Dr. Bauman moved to Toronto and attended the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College where he obtained his doctorate degree in chiropractic and graduated summa cum laude in June 2023.

Dr. Bauman uses a diversified evidence-based approach throughout his treatment that includes manual adjusting, Thompson technique, activator, myofascial release technique, instrumented assisted soft tissue therapy, and acupuncture. He is currently the official chiropractor of the Grande Prairie Storm. His main goal is to optimize patients function in order to minimize pain and improve quality of life.

Dr. Bauman and his wife have a cavapoo dog named Nelly who steals majority of their attention. They also enjoy going rollerblading, camping, playing hockey and spending time with their friends and family in Grande Prairie.

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Breanna Gordon is a Registered Kinesiologist, Low Back injury Specialist, Pain Free Performance Specialist, Personal trainer and nutrition coach, with a deep-seated passion for wellness and a comprehensive understanding of the human body. Outside work, Breanna is a wife, mother of four, avid mountain biker, and outdoor enthusiast. These roles have fuelled her commitment to a balanced, sustainable approach to health — not just for herself but for every client she has the privilege of working with. Driven by personal experiences, Breanna has dedicated her life to empowering others to understand their bodies and navigate their health and mobility journeys. Her passion lies in helping clients from the treatment table to training and performing in their everyday lives.

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Hi my name is Dr. Alysha Hergott. I grew up in Kitchener, ON heavily involved in basketball and generally living a healthy active lifestyle with friends and family. This led me to pursue a degree in Physical and Health Education at Queen’s University where I graduated in 2017. I then continued on to graduate with distinction from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and earn my Doctor of Chiropractic in 2021. I followed that up with moving with my husband to Grande Prairie the same year and now I’m here at Progressive!

As a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, I pride myself in providing a hands-on, patient centred, diversified treatment experience. What that means is I offer a wide variety of services that are geared towards you as an individual. Those services include spinal and extremity manipulation and mobilization, soft tissue therapy, cupping, shockwave therapy, activator, laser therapy, patient education, and exercise prescription. I use these services to help relieve different stressors on the body and nervous system, while helping you work towards your individual goals and get back to your most enjoyed activities.

I have also found a special interest in both pediatric and pregnancy chiropractic care. I am now Webster certified, which means I use this specific chiropractic technique to help women who are pregnant optimize their pelvic function and improve their overall health and wellness pre and postpartum. I absolutely love having families in the clinic and look forward to meeting each and every one of you!

Outside the clinic, you can find me curled up on the couch reading, playing volleyball and/or softball in the GP Women’s League, walking my two dogs Luna and Diesel, and camping/hiking with my husband!

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Kelly Kuntz is a passionate Level 2 Intuitive Reiki practitioner with over seven years of experience in energy healing. Initially honing her craft by working with friends and family, Kelly recently took her practice to the next level after completing a refresher course in the summer of 2024.

Now, she is excited to share her intuitive gifts with a wider audience, offering both in-person and remote Reiki sessions that focus on holistic healing and chakra balancing.

With a deep commitment to personal and professional growth, Kelly plans to pursue her Reiki Master certification in the upcoming year. She remains dedicated to expanding her knowledge of energy healing and empowering others on their journey to well-being. Kelly recently joined the Progressive team, where she continues to bring compassion and positive energy to every interaction.

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My name is Alexandra Kunz and I am so excited to be on the Progressive team. I have 13 years of knowledge and practice in the field of massage therapy with a focus on therapeutic and recovery treatments more so than relaxation. I am currently studying towards my bachelors of psychology with the intent to combine all the anatomy knowledge from massage with psychology courses to better understand how the body and mind work together.

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Hello, My name is Alicia Lovas. I have been working as an RMT for 10 years. My massage style is a combination of therapeutic and relaxation. I want clients to really decompress on the table so I use a combination of slow release techniques, which are great for stubborn muscles. Outside of work, I am a new mother and I enjoy a verity of outdoor activities like hiking, trail running and camping. I am also a book worm and look forward to hearing all your book recommendations in the treatment room!

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Hi, my name is Makenzie.

After flying to Maui in 2017 to become a certified Yoga instructor I came home and began my journey to study Massage Therapy and continued my interest in helping people. I eagerly got involved with practitioners who I consider mentors and for the curious mind I have, this was the best thing I could do for my practice and future clients.

One could describe my practice as therapeutic but what does that mean? Well, I personalise each treatment, using resources, continuous education and a listening ear to really make sure my clients know that treatment is truly about their goals and wellbeing for their homeostasis. Some of the techniques I like to marry with swedish techniques are low level craniosacral, fascia connection, breathing techniques and stretching. I believe a big part of massage therapy is to connect with humans with peace in mind, whether that means laughing, sleeping, or maybe feeling a little uncomfortable to get comfortable to achieve a relaxed state.

My main concern for my clients is for us to develop a trusting relationship. I don’t make complicated stories for my clients, I simply provide them a space to get out of the rat race and encourage them to have a deeper connection with their body.

If I am not talking about or providing a massage I am either planning or eating a delicious meal with loved ones, taking my Bijon Shitzu out on the kayak with me, playing fetch or walking trails with my younger mutt, dancing like nobody’s watching (because they probably shouldn’t) or booking a trip for my husband and I.

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Carmel O’Brien-Kelly is a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Registered Acupuncturist. Carmel’s main interests of practice are pain reduction and stress management. She started practicing acupuncture in 2003 in Calgary.

Carmel completed a four year program at the Alberta College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, affiliated with BeiJing University, and a six month internship at ZheJiang Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital and University in HangZhou, China.

Carmel began studying alternative medicine in 1996 at the Wild Rose College of Natural Healing. She has completed additional training in the areas of: Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, Five Element and Esoteric Acupuncture, Korean Hand Therapy, Acutonics, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Total Body Modification, Gokavi Transverse Technique (a form of Intramuscular Stimulation – I.M.S.), Japanese Acupuncture, and a variety of other alternative modalities.

Her interests include travelling, good food and wine, alternative medicine, and staying fit.

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Sarah graduated from Acadia University in 2023 with a Bachelor of Kinesiology with Honours. She offers photobiomodulation therapy, trigger point therapy, traction, concussion rehab post-physio diagnosis, and exercise and balance programs for older adults. These treatments can provide relief for many issues, such as muscle soreness or pain, arthritis, or muscle/ligament tears. She is currently in school at the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada to become a Manual Osteopathic Therapist. She is especially passionate about the mind-body connection regarding mental health and stress.

Sarah was previously an athlete herself and has competed at the varsity level. She is involved in coaching girl’s high school rugby and has experience acting as an athletic trainer for high school and bantam football teams. Because of this, she is familiar with sports settings and has a passion for helping athletes return to their sport.

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Krista Reid, BSc. Kin., MSc., PT. Dipl. Canine Rehab in training.

Courses completed: Introduction to the Canine patient, Introduction to Canine Rehab, & Advanced Canine Rehab.

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Krista graduated from Dalhousie University in 2012 with a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy. After graduation Krista returned to St. John’s Newfoundland to begin working in-hospital as an acute care physiotherapist.

After 2 years, Krista started her career in private practice to focus on sports injuries, motor vehicle collisions, general aches, pains and injuries. Krista continues pursuit of knowledge by continuing her education with post graduate courses to provide the best possible care of her patients.

Krista moved to Grande Prairie in 2017. She has integrated into the community through coaching and playing volleyball. Krista enjoys exploring the community and what the area has to offer with her husband, son and 2 dogs.

Krista is excited to take on your rehabilitation needs and is ready for the challenge!

Courses Completed: EXFRM 2704 Diagnostic Imaging Summative Exam (June 2023)

EXFRM 2702 Diagnostic Imaging for MSK Disorders III - Imaging of the Cervical Spine and Upper Extremity (June 2023)

EXFRM 2701 Diagnostic Imaging for MSK Disorders II - Imaging of the Lumbar Spine and Lower Extremity (April 2023)

EXFRM 2700 Diagnostic Imaging for MSK Disorders in Primary Care I (February 2023)

Advanced Vestibular Rehab Course (August 2022)

Introductory Vestibular Rehab Course (August 2022)

Conversations - How to Provide Pelvic Health Virtual Assessments & Treatments (May 2022)

Cervical & Lumbar Spine Assessment (May 2022)

APTEI: BLAME: Flatulence, Tickling & WADs (May 2022)

Introduction to the Canine patient (2021)

TRX training (2021)

Complete Concussion Management (CCMI) certified clinician (2021)

Let’s talk about sex! Addressing sexual function with your patient. Pelvic health course (2021)

Innovative Exercises for the Sensitive Nervous System (April 2019)

Level II/III: Female & Male Pelvic Pain (March 2019)

Level I: The Physical Therapy Approach to Female and Male Urinary Incontinence (November 2018)

Physiotherapy Management principles for patients who are critically ill by CPA (May 3, 2015)

Physiotherapy Management Principles for Patients with Acute Medical / Surgical Conditions (May 2, 2015)

LEAN- Leadership workshop for Allied Health Professionals (October 24, 2014)

Advanced Orthopedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy Course – Level 2 lower (May-June 2014)

Advanced Orthopedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy Course – Level 1 (September 2012)

The Mullgian Concept Upper & Lower (September 2013)

The Mckenzie Institute International: Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy Part A: The Lumbar Spine (February 2014)

AA1: Foundations of Anatomical Acupuncture (February 2013)

Diabetes Care Certificate (November 2013)

Interprofessional Health Education (2012)

BSN medical – Introduction to Neuro-Proprioceptive Taping (2011)

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