Our Wellness Team in Halifax, NS

As a Physiotherapist and Owner of One to One Wellness, Tyler’s commitment as a healthcare professional is to create a safe environment for individuals to learn how to integrate healthy lifestyle practices that enhance quality of life and increase participation in meaningful activities. Tyler is a graduate of Dalhousie University’s MScPT program, and has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Mount Allison University, and a Bachelor of Kinesiology from Acadia University.

With interests in Pain Science, Behaviour Change, Therapeutic Relationship, and Chronic Pain, Tyler’s whole person philosophy to patient care is based on the understanding an individual’s health is influenced by the complex interactions amongst many bio-psycho-social factors. Through listening and validating patient experiences, Tyler aims to create successful, unique, and meaningful treatment plans to help optimize an individual’s health.

When not at work, Tyler can be found spending time with his wife and 2 sons, exploring hiking trails, and discussing fantasy sports with his friends.

Focus Points: Chronic Pain Management, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndromes, Concussion, PTSD Management, Cancer Rehabilitation

Judith has a passion for teaching and education. She truly enjoys being able to take the time to explain injuries and treatment plans to patients, and seeing clients achieve their goals is very rewarding. Judith has a special interest in the treatment of cancer patients and is an active volunteer in the field. She is also fluent in both French and English.

Before completing her Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy, Judith completed a Bachelor of Science in Physiology from McGill University. After graduating she worked for over 10 years in both private practise and hospital settings in the fields of sports medicine, orthopaedics, paediatrics and geriatrics. She also had the opportunity to work with a mobile physiotherapy clinic covering sporting events and tournaments. She has taken many different courses over the years in the fields of manual therapy, myofascial release, movement imbalances, exercise prescription as well as completing all McKenzie Levels. She also completed her Leadership Development Certificate at St. Mary’s University in 2009. Judith thoroughly enjoyed a teaching stint at the School of Physical Therapy in Kingston, Jamaica early in her career and she is presently an Instructor with the Dalhousie School of Physiotherapy. In order to continue to grow as a healthcare professional, she is now working on her Level 1 certification in Manual Lymph Drainage.

Along with spending quality time with family and friends, Judith enjoys the outdoors, tennis, volleyball and hiking.

Focus Points: Cancer Rehabilitation, Patello-femoral pain, Osteoarthritis of knees/hips, Frozen Shoulder

Kaitlyn believes actively approaching treatment and rehabilitation, to empower a patient’s voice, and creating a plan centred in clinical best practice is what truly helps people return to doing what they love. Kaitlyn knows that helping someone navigate their pain requires a bio-psycho-social model of care and is committed to continuing to help evolve and improve pain management in Nova Scotia.

Kaitlyn completed her Master’s in Physiotherapy and her Master’s of Science degree in Pharmacology, both at Dalhousie University, after she finished her BSc at the University of Maine in Biology/Neuroscience.Kaitlyn, currently the Community Director of Project Next Mile, a local, non-profit organization,, blends patient care and sport in resource-scarce areas. She has assisted in providing team based best-practice clinical care and also developed a community program platforming the importance of female involvement in sport in St. Lucia.

PT, BScPT, DPT, MBA

Michael Sangster holds a B.Sc. (Physiotherapy) from Dalhousie University School and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Utica University. He is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Pain Science. His primary clinical interests are Pain Management and Global Health. Mike has worked extensively in both adult and pediatric complex pain and is currently an Adjunct Faculty member at the Dalhousie University School of Physiotherapy. In addition, Mike was a member of the Canadian Pain Task Force, a TEDx speaker, and a co-developer of the online pain curriculum at SickKids in Toronto. Mike is the current Chair of the Board of Directors of the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists and a founding member and the former Vice-chair of the Pain Science Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Mike is passionate about global health and travels annually to resource scarce regions of the world to participate in capacity building initiatives with local clinicians through his NGO, Project Next Mile. On his travels he has fulfilled the North American amateur soccer player’s dream of being invited to play soccer with locals in both Peru and Rwanda, hiked the Inca trail, braved a perilous tuk tuk ride in the back streets of Bangkok, played cricket with children in Dharavi, swam with sharks, set the Canadian record for hiking Gros Piton, and survived dengue fever.

As your psychologist, I’ll help you develop skills and insights for positive, lasting change. I’ll be fully present and tuned in to understand your experiences, pain, fears, and hopes. We will be a team, your feedback will be used to design your treatment and ensure that it is helpful. Our sessions will provide a space for you to process what’s going on in your mind, while equipping you with tools to reduce and manage physical and mental distress and pain. We can explore if other treatments such as physiotherapy, massage and osteopathy with our great team at One to One Wellness may help you to feel better and stronger in your life.

I have worked with 100’s of individuals and couples experiencing issues related to pain, stress, depression, anxiety, work, illness, grief, trauma, relationships, culture, ADHD and more. Extensive training has equipped me with skills for assessment and intervention. We will activate change quickly, but also address underlying causes and complex emotions.

While I have a deep understanding of human suffering and loss, I appreciate that each person is unique in how they experience the world. Your therapy process should be carefully tailored to you, your ways of thinking and preferences. By reading this, you’ve already taken a step forward. I look forward to meeting you and exploring what is going to help you.

Jessica is a Registered Psychologist with a warm and supportive approach to therapy. She earned her Master’s in Psychology from Walden University and holds Bachelor’s degrees in Developmental Art and Education from the University of Calgary. She works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).

Jessica enjoys helping people navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, life transitions, burnout, and chronic pain. Her specialties include:

• Depression and Anxiety
• Trauma and PTSD Treatment
• Decision making and career and life goal planning
• Grief counselling
• Adult ADHD Therapy
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Therapy

She understands that these challenges can affect both the body and mind and works with clients to build coping strategies, improve emotional well-being, and regain a sense of control. Her approach is tailored to each person, creating a safe space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered.

RCMP AND CAF VETERANS ONLY 

Dr. Heizer Marval-Ospino’s is a board-certified psychiatrist and sleep medicine specialist dedicated to supporting Veterans and RCMP members in their recovery from chronic pain, trauma, and mental health challenges. Licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia, Dr. Marval-Ospino integrates evidence-based approaches to address the complex interplay between sleep, mental health, and pain.

At One to One Wellness, Dr. Marval-Ospino works collaboratively with our interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive, Veteran-centered care. His specialized expertise in sleep disorders and trauma-informed psychiatry helps improve quality of life and functional outcomes for those who have served.

Lana graduated with her Occupational Therapy degree from Dalhousie University in 1991. As an experienced therapist she has had the privilege of supporting adults across a wide variety of settings including hospital based mental health services, acute-care, geriatric assessment, restorative care, palliative care, home care, and long-term care. For over 20 years she has been focusing on community-based practice, providing personalized care through home visits.

Lana takes a gentle, practical, and holistic approach to therapy. She meets her clients where they are at in their lives and works together with them to identify their strengths, challenges, and goals to collaborate in finding solutions to promote re-engagement in the activities that matter most to them. By providing care within the client’s home and community, she gains valuable insight into their daily routines and environment, allowing her to offer meaningful, individualized support that promotes independence and well-being.

Her practice is grounded in evidence-based care guided by the bio-psycho-social model, emphasizing the importance of treating the whole person. Lana values trust and connection, and she listens deeply to her clients’ stories, values, and preferences to ensure care is both respectful and effective.

She has developed expertise in mental health, chronic pain, chronic progressive conditions, orthopaedics, home safety assessments, falls prevention, equipment/assistive devices recommendations, and home modifications. Lana is especially passionate about helping individuals manage conditions such PTSD, depression, anxiety, fibromyalgia, and chronic pain. She also has a strong interest in supporting people through life transitions, including retirement, healthy aging, and finding renewed purpose and joy in daily living.

Lana is a provider for Veterans Affairs, a certified PGAP provider (Progressive Goal Attainment Program), a certified Urban Poling instructor (walking poles), and has training and certification in administering the MoCA (Montreal Cognitive Assessment). She regularly participates in ongoing learning.

Outside of her professional role, Lana is married and the mother of two adult sons. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking, gardening, traveling, walking, cross country skiing, and reading.

Lydia’s goal as a massage therapist is to help people restore balance in their nervous systems and throughout their bodies. She promotes healing using a variety of therapeutic techniques that help people to experience gentle awareness in areas they may hold tension or experience pain. During treatments, she holds space for people to breathe and find deep relaxation. She provides people with resources and empowers them to feel curious and hopeful for the journey they are on within their bodies. Lydia completed her training at ICT Northumberland College and continues to add tools to her practice to support people with their health and wellness goals.

Focus Points: Pain Management, Neck and Shoulder injuries, Constipation, Tendinopathies

Upon graduating with a Dipolma in Massage Therapy from I.C.T Northumberland College, Elizabeth was eager to start a new career helping people overcome pain, and aid in the rehabilitation of Injuries and Conditions.

Her goal is to utilize her clinical skills while working at One to One Wellness. She will assess your primary complaint, and develop a treatment plan that will help reduce and manage pain.

Her style is Therapeutic which incorporates modalities such as, General Swedish Massage, Myofascial Release, Cupping Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage and Trigger Point Therapy.

Professional memberships: The General Osteopathic Council (United Kingdom), the Ontario Association of Osteopaths, and the Nova Scotia Association of Osteopaths.

Sarah graduated from Dalhousie University with a B.Sc. in Neuroscience as her first degree. Her keen interest in human anatomy, physiology, and psychology combined with a passion for enhancing health and wellness led her to study osteopathy. Sarah then earned a Master’s degree in Osteopathy from the University College of Osteopathy (formerly the British School of Osteopathy) in London, UK.

Sarah was drawn to the practice of osteopathy based on its core principles and approach to patient healthcare. Osteopathy is a manual therapy which views the body as a dynamic and interconnected unit, in which the person’s biology, psychological state, and social situation impact one another. The osteopathic approach to healthcare is a patient-centred one where the therapist strives to act as a catalyst in the person’s recovery process and their ability to manage their condition.

Her personal experience in the healthcare system has helped her understand the value of a patient-centred approach. In order to achieve a positive outcome, Sarah believes that healthcare must be a partnership between patient and practitioner. Each patient’s health needs and goals should be heard and treated in a manner individual to them.

Sarah aims to enhance each patient’s health and well-being by identifying the factors that are influencing the individual’s capacity to adapt and function in their environment. She tailors each appointment and management plan to suit the client’s personal goals, lifestyle, and general well-being by using a range of osteopathic manual techniques, providing lifestyle and exercise recommendations, and educating patients. Sarah predominantly works with structural osteopathic techniques but also uses craniosacral, functional, and visceral modalities.

She has experience providing osteopathic care in the UK and Canada. She is pleased to be working in Nova Scotia and providing care to people in her home community. Sarah regularly treats people in various stages of life, from youths to seniors, and with diverse needs, including athletes, pregnant women and office workers. She welcomes new and returning patients to her practice.

Sarah comes from Dartmouth, NS, where she has been involved in organized sport, community service, and leading youth recreational activities for most of her life. She enjoys spending time swimming, running, hiking, and playing soccer, as well as playing the piano and travelling.

Focus Points: General back & neck pain, Sport injury & post-surgery rehabilitation, PTSD support, Headaches (including migraines), Fibromyalgia

Jac is deeply committed to helping individuals manage their pain through a compassionate, biopsychosocial approach. Recognizing that each person’s pain journey is unique, she tailors care plans to meet individual needs, adapting them as those needs evolve. With nearly 20 years of nursing experience, including eight as a Nurse Practitioner, Jac has dedicated much of her career to providing primary healthcare to marginalized communities at the North End Community Health Centre and MOSH. Her extensive experience has fostered valuable connections in complex chronic pain, addictions, and mental health. Outside of work, Jac enjoys life with her wife, two young children, and their Goldendoodle, Tails, cherishing time spent outdoors and sharing laughter.

Claire Parmiter is a Nurse Practitioner with a clinical foundation in critical care medicine and a focused interest in functional and integrative health. Her early career in intensive care provided a rigorous grounding in complex patient management, acute pathophysiology, and multidisciplinary collaboration. These experiences have shaped her comprehensive, systems-based approach to healthcare.

Claire is particularly passionate about the intersection of conventional medicine and functional health, with an emphasis on preventative care and lifestyle optimization. She is committed to addressing the root causes of illness and promoting long-term wellness through individualized, evidence-informed strategies that consider the physical, emotional, and environmental factors influencing health.

With a strong belief in patient education and empowerment, Claire seeks to foster therapeutic partnerships that support sustainable health outcomes and improved quality of life.

Amanda has worked in a variety of administrative roles since moving to Halifax in 2017. She loves being able to help people and put a smile on their face, and appreciates the tight-knit community of One to One and One-Up clients and staff alike. Amanda is happy to welcome you with a smile at the front desk of our clinic.

Outside of work, Amanda loves exploring other worlds through books, theatre, tabletop roleplaying games, and other forms of storytelling. She also likes to take long walks on nice days, often with a coffee and always with an energetic playlist.

Melissa was born and raised in Sussex, New Brunswick and moved to Halifax in 2014. She has worked in various customer support roles throughout her career, most recently within the banking sector. She joined the One to One Wellness team in September of 2023 and she has a passion for serving our clients to ensure everyone feels welcome and supported in our fitness studios.

In her free time Melissa loves getting lost in a good book, hiking and swimming!

You can find Melissa at the front desk in our Halifax location, coffee in hand and ready to welcome you with a smile!

Melissa is also available to support our Bedford clients remotely and can be reached at [email protected] or by phone at (902) 425-3775.