Kyle Fodor was born in Red Deer and raised on a farm in Central Alberta. Upon graduation from High School Kyle travelled overseas to work in New Zealand on a Honey Bee farm followed by working in Sweden on a mix crop and cattle farm. Kyle also attended SAIT in Calgary, Alberta and graduated as a 3rd Class Power Engineer. After work for 8 years in the industry he decided he was looking for a change. After receiving treatments from a local Manual Osteopath, Kyle decided that this was the change he was looking for.

Kyle received his 2270-hour Diploma in Manual Osteopathic Practice from the National Academy of Osteopathy in Toronto, ON, and continues to further enhance his education at the National Manual Osteopathic College in Innisfail currently.

With a training in Osteoarticulation Techniques, Visceral Manipulation, Craniosacral Therapy, Fascial work, as well as a variety of other techniques, Kyles goal is to help client’s feel better and return to doing the activities they love.

Kyle enjoys working on the farm during harvest, traveling the world with his wife, as well as hiking, camping, rock climbing and snowboarding in his free time.

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Dr. Hardy graduate Cum Laude in his Chiropractic class and has received his Diplomate in Functional Neurology through the American Chiropractic Neurology Board. He has practiced in North Carolina and Ohio before returning home to Alberta. During his time in the U.S. his primary focus was seeing patients struggling with concussions/brain injuries, neurodegenerative, neurodevelopmental, and metabolic conditions.

Before healthcare Dr. Hardy’s career was in education, where he has taught toddlers to senior citizens in Australia, Japan, and Canada.

Dr. Hardy also has an impressive athletic experience including competing at high levels of rugby and completing both full and half Ironman competitions. He currently enjoys hiking, mountain biking and pretty much any outdoor activities.

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Dr. Allison Knelsen was born and raised in Three Hills, Alberta. After a lifetime of chiropractic care herself, and then a severe waterskiing back injury after high school, she knew without a doubt she wanted to be a chiropractor. She attended RDC where she played basketball for 2 years and took pre-chiropractic, and then attended U of A studying Biological Sciences. She then attended Northwestern Health Sciences University, in Bloomington, Minnesota, where she graduated suma cum laud with a Doctorate of Chiropractic and a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology.

After graduation she returned to Canada and worked at Sylvan Lake Chiropractic Clinic for 5 years, and then at Trinity Chiropractic Laser in Red Deer for 5 years. After birthing and raising 4 kiddos, she decided to finally fulfill her dream of opening a clinic and serving the people of her community with much needed wellness services.

While in school, she developed a passion for the field of Functional Neurology and enrolled in the Carrick Institute’s diplomat program. In 2014 she completed her 300 hours of study and graduated with a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board. Since then she has been treating a variety of patients and conditions, and uses a wide range of techniques and treatments to help serve her patients better.

In addition to Functional Neurology, Dr. Allison also has a passion for pregnancy care, infancy, postnatal rehabilitation and early childhood development. She had all 4 of her babies with midwives and 3 of them were born naturally at home. Having discovered she was a celiac at the age of 18, she also has a passion for diet and nutrition and addressing complex health issues holistically and has studied many different diets and their benefits over the years, including gluten-free/dairy-free, GAPS, SIBO, autoimmune paleo, keto, low histamine, etc. She ran a gluten free club at her chiropractic school. She also loves art, music, cooking and gardening, as well as spending time at the beach with her 4 kiddos. She volunteers for the LCA school board in Sylvan Lake and enjoys mentoring other women and helping hurting people find meaningful community.

To read more about functional neurology, check out these links http://www.carrickinstitute.org/ https://www.acnb.org/

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Kandis was born in Red Deer but grew up in Drayton Valley. She devoted herself into volunteering at community events and the church, as well played on sports teams. Upon graduating high school she attended Vanguard College and graduated with a Bachelors of Arts in Theology with Intercultural Studies. During that time she visited Ukraine 5 times, notably she once went with CANADEM as an election observer during the Orange Revolution. She served the homeless and street children there, and fell in love with the country. This lead to several other adventures including Slovakia, Germany, England, Belize, Mexico and several states in the US.

Since then she dedicated her life into administration, working in the dental field, dabbling in IT, and then made a shift into becoming a Massage Therapist. While in school she learned about becoming a Manual Osteopathic Therapist, and decided to take thT training as well. She graduated from ACMT for Massage Therapy (2200 hrs) and MOCC for Manual Osteopathic Therapy (1100 hrs).

Kandis has served Sylvan Lake by volunteering on several committees like Shake The Lake, the Optimist Club, and recently the Sylvan Lake Doctors Retention and Attraction Committee. She has also worked at every level of elections.

Her main training offerings are: Therapeutic Massage Relaxation Massage Deep Tissue Massage

Her extra modalities she offers are: Level 2 TMJ therapy Dynamic and lymph suction cupping Prenatal Massage She also is a Complete Lymphatic Therapist, which means she is trained in manual lymphatic drainage, compression, and treatment for lymphedema. Please note that at this time she can only offer MLD and refers out for compression. Visceral Manipulation Myofascial release Craniosacral therapy (not on children) Osteoarticulations

At an appointment, you can expect an assessment, treatment, and a treatment plan at your appointment. She is dually licensed and can direct bill for most insurances, including for MOT treatments. However, please double check that your insurance covers these treatments and allows direct billing, and ask one of our friendly receptionists.

She is a mom of 2 and wife of an amazing man for 16 years and counting! She looks forward to serving the community, working with Dr. Allison and her team, and most importantly treating the best clients!

SENIORS!! We offer a discount the first 2 weeks of every month. Thats for anyone 65 and up

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Julie is a prairie/farm girl at heart with a background in administration. It was during her own health crisis that she was inspired by her therapist to take her passion and desire to help others in the direction of massage therapy. Julie graduated in 2004 from MH Vicars School of Massage (2200 hrs) and is a member in good standing with the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada. She has additional training in CranioSacral Therapy, Bowen Therapy, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Drainage as well as numerous other modalities. As a life long learner, she continues to better herself and her techniques through continuing education. After 11 years of operating a massage therapy practice in her home town in eastern Alberta she made the move to Sylvan Lake 10 years ago. She looks forward to using her skills in CranioSacral and Bowen Therapy at Hope Wellness Clinic.

CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the function of the craniosacral system-comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain & spinal cord. Using a soft touch practitioners release restrictions in the craniosacral system, which improves function of the central nervous system & other systems including digestive, musculoskeletal, respiratory, circulatory, and more. It can also help with somatic conditions such as Post Traumatic Stress, depression and anxiety.

Bowen Therapy is a gentle, non-invasive technique that works with the body’s facia to promote natural healing and restore balance. This therapy can help relieve pain, reduce stress, improve mobility without the need for harsh manipulation. By addressing the root cause of discomfort, Bowen Therapy supports your body’s ability to heal itself. Its suitable for people of all ages and is used to manage a wide range of issues, from chronic pain to stress-related conditions. Discover the power of Bowen Therapy and how it can transform your well-being.

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Hi, I’m Kira, a proud graduate of the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (CSNN) with a diploma in Holistic Nutrition. My journey into holistic health began through personal challenges: a fibromyalgia and endometriosis diagnosis, compounded by a major concussion. At my lowest point, I found little relief through conventional medicine, prompting me to explore alternative solutions.

That exploration led me to a life-changing realization: the power of food. By transforming my diet and incorporating targeted supplementation, I not only resolved my autoimmune conditions and recovered from my concussion but also reclaimed a vibrant, active lifestyle. While the steps were challenging, the outcome was profound—going from struggling to climb stairs to enjoying an adventurous life with my two young daughters.

Today, I combine my holistic nutrition expertise with my Red Seal Journeyman Parts Technician background and my role as a CASI Certified Snowboard Instructor, introducing kids to the joy of snowboarding. I’m passionate about helping others transition from merely surviving to truly thriving through the transformative power of nutrition.

If you’re ready to embark on your health journey, let’s connect!

Fun fact: I was Dr. Allison’s first concussion recovery patient!

Reclaiming your health is a journey, and I’m excited to join you on yours.

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