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The One to One Wellness Team

Jamie - Trudy - Nick - Keltie - Ryan - Jen - Matt
Dave, Liz, Katie & Tara (not shown)

Jamie Turnbull, Physiotherapist

Jamie Turnbull has worked as a physiotherapist for over 6 years. He earned his Biology degree at St. Francis Xavier University before completing his physiotherapy degree at Dalhousie University. Jamie’s treatment approach has been influenced by working in a multidisciplinary setting in Toronto for 5 years, combined with international work experience at various physiotherapy settings in the Netherlands and Australia.

Jamie’s career choice was determined early in life when a human anatomy and physiology unit in elementary school sparked his interest in health care. To understand the functional intricacies of the human body, and to pass that knowledge onto others has become his passion.

Jamie is very happy to be back in the province in which he was raised. He feels fortunate to live in such a beautiful province, and takes advantage of our tremendous geography by exploring Nova Scotia as often as he can through hiking and frequent road trips. His favorite way to unwind is to grab his guitar and spend time in the great outdoors with family and friends.

Keltie Cheney, Physiotherapist

Keltie Cheney graduated from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy in 2003. Since then, Keltie has worked in the private physiotherapy sector in Montreal and throughout the Halifax region, and has worked at One to One Wellness Centre since 2005. Keltie enjoys playing any kind of sport, especially hockey, tennis, and hiking, though she now fills her extra time playing with her son, which keeps her more active then ever!  Keltie's main interests are treating clients suffering from pain, disability, or musculoskeletal illnesses. She enjoys educating and implementing strategies for prevention of age-related health concerns and sits on the board of executives of the Nova Scotia Physiotherapy Association.

Nick Matheson, Owner / Physiotherpist

Nick Matheson is the owner of One to One Wellness Centre and has worked as a physiotherapist for over 14 years, since graduating from Dalhousie University in 1995. He has focused primarily on pain management and has trained with notable clinicians from all over North America and the world. His passion for healthy aging and preventative medicine was borne out of a brief personal experience with disability following a major abdominal surgery in 2004. He envisioned a new way of approaching fitness and rehabilitation that would help answer the most pressing questions and address the most urgent needs of an aging population.

Nick never stops asking why and always seeks better answers. His philosophy of constant improvement colors everything he does. It is evident in his commitment to helping his clients, the evolution of his business, and the unfolding of his personal life. Nick has been married for 12 years and has four wonderful children who inspire him to “live strong” every day.

David Lee, Physiotherapist

David has been passionate and focused on studying exercise science for over a decade. After working in the mainstream fitness industry for many years as a personal trainer, David graduated from Dalhousie University with his Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology & certification in Professional Fitness Lifestyle Consulting. From there David was employed at One to One Wellness for 2 years applying in High Intensity Strength Training. After truly learning what “Proper Exercise” is, David was encouraged and motivated to become a physiotherapist. David returned to Dalhousie University to later graduate with his Masters of Science in Physiotherapy, conducting a research thesis in “vestibular rehabilitation”. David has returned to One to One Wellness as a physiotherapist.

David’s passion and focus now lies in strength based rehabilitation, pain management, vestibular rehab, and fall prevention. David enjoys playing squash and biking, as well basketball and hockey. David loves socializing with his friends and family, travelling, and taking in the occasional movie.

Jen Sheppard, Administration and Client Relations Manager

Since 2008 Jen Sheppard has been the face of One to One Wellness, greeting clients, booking appointments, and taking care of all client and staff administrative needs. With over 12 years of Customer Service and 4 years of management experience, her contribution to the company, both upfront and behind the scenes, has made her a valuable asset to the team.

Jen moved to Halifax, from Newfoundland, in 1999 to study Psychology at Dalhousie University. Her empathic nature and superior organizational expertise lend to her ability to provide sensitive human interactions and an exceptional level of service. Jen has a strong love for the arts and especially enjoys independent films, music, and live art. A nature lover at heart, she loves to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and spend time in nature camping and hiking. She is a creative and high energy individual with a passion for living an aware and spiritual life.

Matt Mombourquette, Kinesiologist

Matt was born in Halifax and raised in Beaverbank, Nova Scotia.  He graduated from Millwood High school in Lower Sackville in 2001, and then completed a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at Dalhousie University in 2006.  He began his career at Arbourstone Enhanced Care nursing home where he worked as a mobility assistant. This experience showed him the importance of maintaining fitness to promote healthy aging and, in October 2007, he joined the team at One to One as a personal fitness coach.

Matt has a passion for fitness and health.  He spends much of his time researching training techniques and scientific literature related to resistance training and nutrition. In his spare time he enjoys learning to play guitar, reading, hiking, camping, travelling and watching movies with his wife.

Laura Furneaux, Kinesiologist

Trudy MacKinnon, Massage Therapist

Born and raised in Port Hawkesbury, NS, Trudy moved to Halifax in 1994 and completed her Bachelor of Science (Psychology) at Mount Saint Vincent University in 1998. She continued her studies at Northumberland College achieving a diploma in Massage Therapy in 2001.

Trudy's passion for whole health and caring for clients is reflected in her clinical practice of 10 years. She is very sensitive to her clients’ needs and utilizes neuromuscular, myofascial, craniosacral, and Swedish massage techniques. A multidisciplinary approach is utilized to empower clients during their process towards balance and health. Whether a person is dealing with an acute or chronic condition or managing stess levels, massage therapy is an integral part of healing.

TARA PATRIQUIN, RMT Massage Therapist

Through her own recovery of injury and chronic pain, her schooling and her clinical experience, Tara has gained a proficiency in a variety of conditions and treatment approaches.

While in the massage therapy program, she took special interest in energy work such as Myofascial Release, Suikodo, Reflexology and is currently doing some training in the Bowen Technique. She combines these techniques with her extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to address your concerns and bring you closer to your maximum health potential.

Her multi-layered approach to treatment benefits from a variety of training programs, including: a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Mount Allison University 1999), a Personal Trainer Specialist certification (Can-Fit-Pro 2003), a Yoga teacher training program (2004), a diploma in Holistic Nutrition (Canadian School of Natural Nutrition 2005), and finally, a diploma in Massage Therapy (ICT Northumberland College 2008). She further expanded her knowledge on health and wellness during her four year stint as a freelance columnist for The Chronicle Herald.

Throughout all of her training, her chief goal remained the same: to spread the word about health, wellness and happiness in order to help individuals find their optimal state of living. With over seven years of diverse experience in Halifax’s wellness industry, she has established a solid reputation as someone to be trusted with many of your health care needs.

Liz Manwaring, Nutrition Consultant

Liz Manwaring achieved her certificate in Holistic Nutrition from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (CSNN) in 2009.  She is a firm believer that optimal healthy living is achieved through balance.  Health is a holistic picture involving the physical, emotional, spiritual, and of course nutritional aspects of our daily lives.  Liz loves working with people and graduated from the University of New Brunswick with a degree in Sociology in 2005.  During her more than 5 years experience working in the Health and Fitness industry, Liz realized her passion for helping people live healthier lives, which lead her to further her education at CSNN, and to joining the One to One Wellness team.

With a strong focus on Real Whole Natural Food, and cooking, Liz has inspired her clients to adopt a healthier way of eating and living.  By addressing meal structure, food sensitivities, and other digestive difficulties, Liz has been able to help her clients to lose weight, and keep it off.  Through her own journey to finding health and happiness through fitness and nutrition, her clients benefit from her years of personal and professional experience and education.