Our Expert Team
Meet the dedicated healthcare professionals at Windsor Chiropractic Health Centre
Dr. Kelley McVarish
BSc (Hons), DC
Chiropractor and co-owner
Education
- Doctor of Chiropractic from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
- Bachelor of Science, Honours Biology from Cape Breton University
- Originally from Sydney, Nova Scotia
Certifications
- Clinical Acupuncture
- Selective Functional Movement Assessment (Levels 1 & 2)
- Functional Range Conditioning (FRC provider)
- + 6 more
Specialties
Runners, prenatal and postpartum women, foot issues
Approach
Takes a functional, biopsychosocial approach to treatment
Personal
Enjoys running, golfing, and family time with husband and three children
Dr. Jill Newell
BScKin, DC
Chiropractor and co-owner
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Dalhousie University (Halifax)
- Doctor of Chiropractic from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (Toronto)
Certifications
- Full body Active Release Technique (ART provider)
- Functional Range Conditioning (FRC provider)
- Graston technique
- + 2 more
Approach
Diversified approach incorporating soft tissue therapy, joint mobilizations and manipulations, kinesiotaping, exercise prescription, patient education, and modalities like Laser therapy, Shockwave therapy, and IFC
Personal
Married to Andrew, mother of two sons: Hunter and Hudson
Dr. Jenny Connolly
DC
Chiropractor
Education
- Bachelor of Physical Education from Memorial University (Newfoundland)
- Doctorate from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (Toronto)
Certifications
- Functional Range Conditioning
- Functional Range Release
- Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy
Specialties
Acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions
Approach
Evidence-based and individualized patient care using manual therapy, soft tissue therapy, joint mobilizations, exercise prescription, patient education
Personal
Born and raised in Newfoundland, currently engaged, has a puppy named Ollie, enjoys running and playing sports
Maggen Kelly
RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Education
- Graduated in 2006 from Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy (2280-hour program)
Specialties
Therapeutic and deep tissue massage, acute and chronic pain treatment, neurological conditions
Personal
Mother of two children, passionate about continuous learning
Ramona Wright
RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Education
- Graduated from Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy (CCMH) in June 2011
- Studying Osteopathy (completed 5 years of coursework, currently working on thesis)
Specialties
Deep tissue work, myofascial release, Swedish techniques, joint mobilizations, treating strains and sprains, postural imbalances, headaches, chronic pain
Michele Van Zoost
RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Education
- Graduated 2010 from ICT Northumberland College
Certifications
- Passed provincial board exams through MTANS
Specialties
Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, plastic and fire cupping, Sukidoo techniques, RAPID neurofascial Reset (lower limb), pre and post-natal massage
Approach
Combines various techniques for deeply restorative, nurturing and refreshing treatments
Personal
Mother of two children, passionate about pre and post-natal massage, avid distance runner, enjoys time with family and two dogs
Sara Lyttle
BA, D.Ac, R.Ac
Acupuncturist
Education
- Graduate of the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Courtney Shay
RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
Education
- Graduated from ICT Northumberland College in 2016
Specialties
Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, pregnancy massage
Nick Culley
DPodM, BSc Honours
Podiatrist
Specialties
Musculoskeletal foot complaints, 'at risk' diabetic foot assessment, biomechanical evaluation and orthopedic testing
Personal
Relocated to Nova Scotia seven years ago, enjoys walking with two dogs, plays golf with single-digit handicap, follows international soccer, enjoys cooking with his wife
Lisa Beck
MSW, RSW
Clinical Social Worker
Education
- Master of Social Work degree from Wilfrid Laurier University
Approach
Primary orientation is cognitive behavioral, focusing on challenging unhelpful cognitive distortions, changing behaviors, improving emotional regulation, developing personal coping strategies, solving current problems