Optimum Wellness Centres: Strathmore

Dr. Sean Stordy graduated with honours from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, in 2004. During his time at Palmer, he was an intern in the radiology and adjusting technique departments, where he was able to help and educate other students. In October 2003, he was selected to participate in a clinic abroad trip to Brazil, where he had the opportunity to help underserved communities receive chiropractic care they were otherwise unable to access. This experience provided a first-hand look at what chiropractic could do and what it meant for the lives of those in need.

Dr. Sean is trained in various techniques, including Activator, Diversified, Thompson, Gonstead, and Toggle.

In his spare time, Dr. Sean enjoys being outdoors and spending time with his wife and two beautiful daughters. Dr. Sean believes that a proactive approach to health is far better than reactive, and looks forward to being able to meet patients on their journey for health and help them reach their wellness goals.

Dr. Anwar Hamdon graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in San Jose, California, in 2017. Before studying chiropractic, he completed a bachelor’s degree in health science at Mount Royal University in Calgary in 2013. Dr. Hamdon has been trained in Diversified, Activator and Thompson chiropractic techniques. Born and raised in Calgary, Dr. Hamdon knew he wanted to come back and practice in the area and be close to his family and friends.

Dr. Hamdon has a strong belief in chiropractic as being the best choice in achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Not only is chiropractic great in relieving acute injuries, but it also walks you along the path of long-term success. By optimizing your health potential, whether in sport, at work, or home, or to invest in your health, let chiropractic change your life.

When not in the office, Dr. Hamdon spends much of his time around friends and family while staying active with special interests in sports. Whether it’s hockey, football, baseball or basketball, Dr. Hamdon is a fan. His other interests include outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping.

Dr. Bikram Saini was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. He graduated from the University of Calgary in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology.

Following university, he spent a stint of time working as a strength coach for the SAIT Trojans and various other athletic groups across Calgary. His time with athletic groups provided another lens through which he observed human movement at higher levels of sport. This point in his career inspired him to want to get more involved from a healthcare perspective to help optimize people’s health through movement.

He then moved to San Jose, California, to attend Palmer College of Chiropractic West to obtain his Doctor in Chiropractic. During his time in California, he became an active member of the prominent sports council, where he provided care for athletes, army veterans, students, and the general public at various events around the Bay Area.

Dr. Saini specializes in techniques such as Diversified, Activator, Thompson, Cox Flexion-Distraction, and various other rehab and soft tissue modalities. Dr. Saini’s passion is to provide patient-centred, goal-based care to allow his patients to achieve a greater state of health.

Dr. Saini enjoys spending time with his family during his free time and activities such as weightlifting, powerlifting, and volleyball.

Tiffany Mitchell is a graduate of the Masters of Counselling program from Athabasca University and has worked with children and adults in a variety of roles over the last 6 years. Tiffany uses a variety of therapies and theories, including but not limited to; Psychodynamic therapy, Narrative therapy, Mindfulness-based strategies, and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. Tiffany focuses on understanding the circular effects of time and helping individuals use their experiences to adapt, change, and enhance their lives.

Some of the types of concerns Tiffany specializes in are:

• Anxiety disorders including, panic, post-traumatic stress, trauma, social anxiety
• Relational concerns, including social, parental stress, family
• Depression, including postpartum depression in mothers and fathers, generalized, situational, long-term
• Child and adolescents dealing with trauma, anxiety, school bullying, depression, anger management

Family dynamics, including relationships, stress, disagreements, abuse, life changes
Tiffany specializes in working with a variety of clients: children 8+ (8-12; 12-18; adults), and families.

Don Montgomery, TCMD, earned his Acupuncture Diploma along with a diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from the Alberta College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine in Calgary, Alberta. The highlight of his studies was a 13-week internship at the Zhejiang University of TCM in Hangzhou, mainland China, where he developed an even greater appreciation for integrating TCM into mainstream medicine. TCM may be used to treat a myriad of complaints and works well with all other health care therapies.

Don became a Registered Acupuncturist with the province of Alberta in December of 2007. More recently, Don has incorporated a variety of other modalities that are complementary to his practice. Don’s mission is to help solve health issues in a “feel good” way, treating each person as a unique individual.

He resides in Three Hills with his wife and 5 daughters.

Jessica graduated from MaKami College with 3000 hours in Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy and is continuing her education to improve upon my practice. She utilizes techniques from Swedish, deep tissue, and myofascial release (both manual and cupping). All greatly benefiting soft tissue injuries caused by overuse, posture, stress, and more.

She’s fascinated with the body’s ability to heal, and she is eager to share that knowledge with her clients on how they can take charge of their health outside of treatments. Home care and consistency, she believes, are essential for helping you achieve optimum health.

Aside from massage, she spends most of her time with her family. Her husband and herself have 3 children that love to be busy outside the house, especially camping. She enjoys listening to music and spending time in the mountains.

John is a graduate of Massage Therapy from Lethbridge College, Lethbridge, AB. He is an active member of the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada Association. He holds a certification in hot stone massage and traditional Thai massage, as well as a certification in ortho-bionomy.

John has had experience as a massage therapist in a public clinic, at health and wellness fundraisers, and various resorts and spas.

Training has prepared him to provide a variety of therapeutic modalities, including the following massage techniques:

• Sports and performance
• Neuromuscular
• Myofascial
• Passive bodywork
• Whole body muscular
• Injury-related tension
• Structural integration
• Acupressure

By taking the time to listen with ears, eyes, and hands, John creates custom treatments for his clients. He uses both his client’s goals and an intuitive approach to implement safe and effective treatments.

My passion for massage and general well being has been strong for as long as I can remember. Although I started my education in English Literature and Education, I realized I needed something more hands on and personal. Not only is massage therapy a good fit for my personality but also perfect to maintain my busy lifestyle of raising three kids and keeping active playing softball and working out.

With the desire to help others, I graduated from Makami College in 2019, with outstanding grades. I find massage therapy not only beneficial for my clients, but also allows me to better myself. Life is full of challenges that can strain your body and mind. I allow my clients to obtain some release and provide them with attainable challenges to help improve their daily well being. Don’t be surprised if I recommend some stretches or reinforcement exercises!

I offer treatments of relaxation, deep tissue, lymphatic, and myofascial work. I use various methods that can include hot stones or cupping. I have a great critical mind which helps me in problem solving and makes me keen to learn more treatments and conditions through continuing education.

As an avid hiker, yogi, and horsewoman, Sherry knows it’s important to feel your best and take care of your muscles, not only in performance but also in day to day living! A graduate from the Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2200hr Massage Therapy program, Sherry has a deep understanding of both Eastern and Western approaches to massage and utilizes Swedish, deep tissue, cupping and trigger point therapy. In particular, she enjoys using Orthopaedic massage to assess posture and gait in order to discover, and then treat, pain at its source.

Since Sherry is a goal-oriented therapist, you can expect that she will work with you not just in session but also with home care exercises and treatment plans in order to get you back to doing the activities that you love.

My name is Taylor Stewart, I was born and raised on a farm outside of Strathmore, Alberta. I grew up riding horses and doing a lot of farm work. I have recently become a 2200-hour Massage Therapist at MaKami College and I will continue my education until I have reached a total of 3000 hours.

My interest in massage began with the urge of always wanting to be able to help others and considering the way the body works has always fascinated me and now led me to this point. I plan to get as much experience as possible and make this a long-lasting career, and I have Optimum Wellness to thank for the opportunity.

On the more personal side of me I enjoy performing on horseback with my family and reading a good book in my spare time.

Nick is a Registered Massage Therapist with 2200 hours Advanced Massage Therapy Diploma from Professional Institute of Massage Therapy (Calgary, AB). He is an active member of the Canadian Massage & Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA).

Before arriving to Canada from Ukraine in 2011, Nick worked as a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist with post-operative orthopedic patients for 12 years after obtaining MD diploma in 1994 and completing residency in Rehabilitation in 1999.

He is more focused on the therapeutic approach to massage utilizing techniques such as: Swedish, trigger points, myofascial release, deep tissue, PNF stretching. Nick believes in collaboration between therapist and patient to achieve better and faster recovery and recommends stretching/strengthening exercises specific to your condition for home care.