Kurt Bernardino is a graduate from VaCC’s Registered Massage Therapy program and believes in creating a safe environment that reinforces good health and therapeutic practice. Kurt decided to pursue the profession of massage therapy to enhance his knowledge and skills towards helping patients reach their goals and return to performing activities they love to do.

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Solomon is a graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy.

Recovering from crippling shoulder and overuse injuries in high school, Solomon recognized the importance of receiving the personalized quality of life care at a young age.

Since then, he has developed a lifelong passion for improving the lives of others through education and rehabilitative care. He has a wide range of clinical experience ranging from spinal cord rehabilitation at GF Strong, to quality of life treatments for cancer patients at the Friends For Life Society.

>“Being able to select massage therapy as my profession is nothing short of having my dream fulfilled. Massage therapy is one of the few health professions that provides the essential time needed to assess, treat, and reassess patients on an individualized and personal level. For me, the greatest satisfaction of being an RMT is that the knowledge and homecare tips given in sessions may prevent future injuries, providing a lifelong benefit for clients.“ - Solomon Seow

With an educational background in SFU’s Kinesiology program, Solomon is working toward his TRU Bachelor Degree in Health Science.

He is also currently in the process of completing his certificate for membership for the Canadian Sports Massage Therapists Association. Additionally, Solomon’s continual commitment to fitness includes cycling, running, gym training, and participation in the Vancouver Ultimate League.

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Oscar graduated from the University of British Columbia (UBC), where he received his Bachelor’s of Kinesiology degree. Oscar began working as a kinesiologist at a physiotherapy clinic, where he gained experience leading exercise rehabilitation programs to patients of various conditions. He has worked with post-motor vehicle accident patients, older adults, and patients managing chronic pain.

Oscar’s interests in strength training and sports, along with his own experiences with injuries and pain, gives him personal insight into the recovery process and the value of purposeful movement. He focuses on creating a strong rapport with each patient and designs personalized exercise rehab programs that meet the unique needs of each individual.

Oscar is fluent in English and conversational Cantonese. Outside the clinic, he enjoys resistance training, nature walks, and checking out new food places in town.

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“Dr. Jas is a chiropractor who’s committed to helping people move better, feel stronger, and live more fully. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Kinetics from UBC Okanagan before completing her Doctor of Chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic West in December 2024. Born and raised in Kelowna, BC, Dr. Jas enjoyed everything the Okanagan has to offer. Her background in movement science and firsthand experience with physical activity have shaped her understanding of how crucial it is to feel comfortable and capable in your body. In practice, Dr. Jas takes a personalized, patient-focused approach. Her treatments may include chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue techniques, and tailored rehab exercises designed to meet each individual’s needs. Her goal is to not only relieve pain and restore function but to guide patients toward long-term wellness”

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Justin graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy. He has been practicing as a Registered Massage Therapist since 2018.

>He has an interest in sports-related injuries and orthopedic rehabilitation. Having experienced limiting injuries from playing a variety of sports, he understands the challenges of returning the body back to optimal function and how effective rehab can be.

His passion for sports has led him to work with professional sports teams such as, the BC Lions, Abbotsford Canucks, and Rugby Sevens.

Justin likes to play soccer in his spare time. He used to play at the university level for Capilano University and Langara College.

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Colin has completed his electrical apprenticeship at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and is also a graduate of Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT) in December 2017.

With a recreational background and specialized interests in physical and mental health sciences, such as:

• physical/weight or resistance training,
• nutrition,
• well-being,
• and self-awareness,

>Colin decided to enroll in massage therapy as a start to pursue his passion with the human body and assist people with acute, chronic, and everyday concerns efficiently and effectively in a safe and comfortable environment.

Colin’s education at VCMT has provided him with the skills and knowledge to assess and treat many conditions.

He is trained with techniques that include:

• Swedish massage,
• myofascial release,
• trigger point release,
• active/dynamic and passive release,
• point pressure release,
• joint mobilizations,
• and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM).

Many of these techniques are personally tailored by using controlled gradual pressure to specific and precise areas of intention.

Contact Infrmation

Colin can be reached at:

E: colineng.rmt@gmail.com or colin.eng@legacieshealthcentre.ca

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Hnin completed the Registered Massage Therapy Program at Vancouver Career College in March 2020, establishing a solid foundation in the field. Committed to providing personalized treatment plans, she employs a comprehensive approach that integrates a spectrum of techniques, including deep tissue therapy, neuromuscular techniques, and Dr. Vodder’s techniques of Manual Lymphatic Drainage. Throughout her professional journey, Hnin has collaborated with diverse communities, including BC Women’s Hospital, BC CrossFit Games, Positive Living BC, and City Centre Care Society. She has also worked at prestigious sports events like World Rugby Sevens and the Odlum Brown Tennis Tournament, gaining valuable experience in various modalities. A dedicated and inquisitive therapist, Hnin values teamwork and recognizes the interconnectedness of all systems in the body. She firmly believes in addressing the multiple contributing factors to pain and dysfunction, shaping her approach beyond treating symptoms alone. Beyond her professional pursuits, Hnin seeks solace in leisurely walks and is currently learning new languages. She aspires to enhance accessibility to a broader range of individuals.

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>Urvi Panchal is a registered physiotherapist who can help you claim back your strength, mobility, and freedom.

Offering private and personalized treatments, Urvi is ready to give you the tools you need to manage and overcome your injury, chronic pain, arthritis, or neurological condition.

> Urvi is fluent in English, Hindi, and Gujarati. She is also proficient in Punjabi.

Urvi holds a Bachelor in Physiotherapy from India’s Sardar Patel University.

She started her career working at multiple gyms where she implemented exercise programs and physiotherapy treatments for members. After, she joined a community health center. During her time there, she helped countless patients overcome a variety of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.

She also worked alongside an orthopaedic surgeon by providing post-operative physiotherapy for patients with total knee replacements.

Since coming to Canada, Urvi has been working in the private sector treating patients suffering from:

• whiplash,
• work-related injuries,
• and musculoskeletal diseases.

She is dedicated to giving you the best care possible, which is why she’s constantly upgrading her skills.

Urvi is certified in dry needling, an effective technique used to release trigger points and relieve muscle pain.

She has also completed education courses kineso taping, shockwave therapy, and advanced courses for vestibular rehabilitation.

Continuing education on manipulation, soft tissue release, TMJ pain management and pelvic floor health are next on her agenda.

>Her interests lie in orthopaedics, musculoskeletal, and Concussion Rehabilitation.

When she’s not at the clinic, you’ll most likely find Urvi biking through the city, hiking along Vancouver’s many scenic trails, or relaxing with a good book.

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Dr. Farzaneh Osati (MSc, PhD, ND) is an Immunologist, licensed Naturopathic Physician and certified Bowen therapist. She provides in-person appointments exclusively at LHC Nordel. Virtual appointments are also available for added convenience.

Professional Development, Experience, and Certifications

Before embarking on Naturopathic Medicine, she received her undergraduate degree in Public Health and pursued her master’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, followed by a PhD in Patho-Immunology at Michigan State University.

In 1997, she was appointed as an assistant professor in the University of Medical Sciences, Department of Immunology in Iran. She held this position until 2002 when she decided to move to Canada to continue her carrier and establish a bright and promising future for her children.

From 2002 to 2004 she was appointed as Medical Director and Product Specialist in a German-based clinical diagnostic company in Vancouver. Not ever thinking of going back to school again, in 2005 she decided to take the challenging journey and study her passionate field of Naturopathic Medicine at Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.

Dr. Osati is an active member of:

• the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia,
• Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors,
• British Columbia Naturopathic Association,
• and European Academy of Allergy and Immunology.

Rehabilitation Philosophy

She comes from a background that has a wealth of educational and clinical research experience and hopes to combine these skills with naturopathic medicine to create the best level of care for her patients. She respects and values conventional medicine and believes that both conventional and naturopathic medicine can go side by side to complement each other and offer the best and most valuable prevention/treatment regimen to her patients.

Treating the root cause and the whole person are the principles of Naturopathic medicine and the foundation of Dr. Osati’s practice. Following these principles and a strong belief in the body’s self-healing capacity, she aims to tailor her recommendations and treatment plans to the patient’s medical condition, vital force, and the optimum goals of each visit. She considers herself as an educator, coach, and motivator, and the patient’s willingness and efforts as the main drive through the journey of healing.

>With a special interest in pain management, autoimmune disease, and healthy aging, Dr. Osati welcomes women, men, and children with a variety of health concerns to her practice.

She utilizes a combination of valuable tools such as:

• acupuncture,
• Traditional Chinese medicine,
• homeopathy,
• physical medicine,
• nutrition,
• botanical medicine,
• Bowen therapy,
• and injection therapies.

She uses these tools to respond to her patients’ medical concerns in the areas of:

• pain management,
• autoimmune diseases,
• oncology,
• female/male infertility,
• digestive system disorders,
• endocrine system disorders,
• chronic fatigue and sleep disorders,
• and healthy weight management.

When Not In Clinic

Dr. Osati lives with her supportive husband and her two loving daughters and enjoys outdoor activities, traveling, cooking, and spending time with her family and friends in her spare time. She believes that a strong and healthy relationship and support among the family members is the foundation of joy and happiness as well as mental and physical health.

>She welcomes new patients and would be happy to meet with you and help you achieve your optimum health.

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Dan is a kinesiology graduate from the University of British Columbia and has been working in the Health and Fitness industry for over 8 years. During his time at UBC, Dan volunteered as a Physiotherapy Assistant and gym lead in various VCH locations including Banfield Pavilion, GF Strong, and ICORD. These experiences and his time as a personal trainer has allowed him to be exposed to various injuries, conditions and fitness levels.

As his primary method of rehabilitation, Dan utilizes muscle testing and activation, corrective exercise and functional movements to help his patients recover from their injuries and achieve their goals.

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Jean-Louis (Jlo) has been a practicing Massage Therapist since 2021, and is also currently part of the BC Lion’s massage treatment team and a clinic instructor at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. He takes interest in the treatment of sports related injuries and orthopedic conditions; particularly those involving the shoulders, low back, and foot/ankle complex.

Jlo’s hands on treatments use Swedish massage as base and will usually include active or passive range of motion, stretching, and joint mobilisations. His general approach to care involves using treatments as an entry point back into a painful movement or activity, and homecare to gradually build tolerance. The goal is to help patients stay engaged in meaningful activities throughout recovery.

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Dr. Steven Chen is a Registered Acupuncturist and Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He has studied and practiced under many master acupuncturists.

Steven’s focus is to provide the most effective ways to improve wellness and better achieve balance in health.

>Steven volunteers in the care of First Nations and provides regular treatment at the Sumas First Nation Health Center. He is also an on-call doctor for the crisis relief team.

He has provided acupuncture outreach to the BC wildfire refugees in Kamloops in the summer of 2017.

Steven specializes in treating:

• aches and pains,
• sports injuries,
• Parkinson’s disease,
• headaches,
• migraines,
• internal diseases,
• digestive issues,
• and mental-emotional-related problems.

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From her early years as a pediatric physiotherapist in India to her current practice in Canada, Vaishali Trivedi’s journey has always been rooted in one belief: movement has the power to heal and transform lives.

With over 15 years of experience, Vaishali has guided patients through every stage of life - from helping children overcome developmental challenges to supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and complex pelvic health concerns. Her advanced training with the Canadian Pelvic Health Academy and Pelvic health solutions, she has shaped her expertise in treating incontinence, prolapse, vaginismus, and sexual health issues, making her a trusted advocate for women’s wellness.

But her care doesn’t stop there. Vaishali brings the same dedication to patients recovering from sports injuries, workplace ( WCB) or motor vehicle accidents ( ICBC) , TMJ disorders, and vertigo. She integrates evidence-based techniques like IMS/dry needling, shockwave therapy, laser therapy, and the McKenzie Method with her signature movement-based, hands-on approach.

Fluent in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, and Gujarati, and able to connect in Punjabi and Marathi, Vaishali builds genuine relationships with her patients. She is known not only for her knowledge but also for her warmth, empathy, and ability to make patients feel empowered in their recovery.

Outside the clinic, Vaishali finds joy in dancing, yoga, travelling, and spending time with her family—reminders of the balance she also strives to bring into the lives of those she cares for.

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Matthew is a graduate of Vancouver Career College in Burnaby.

He has experience in treating with orthopedic conditions and sports injuries.

Matthew grew up playing soccer, basketball, and baseball.

With his own experiences with sports injuries, it helps him understand the biomechanics and symptoms of his patients.

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Rebecca is a graduate of the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy and holds a BA in Sociology from UBC. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, she brings strong communication, clinical reasoning, and hands-on skills to her practice. She uses techniques such as Swedish massage, Deep pressure, Myofascial release, and Joint Mobilization to deliver personalized, effective care tailored to each client’s needs.

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Our team is here to support you achieve your goals and create lasting change towards a more satisfying life!

Legacies Health Centres offers counselling services via our parent company, Back in Motion (BiM)!

Please call or e-mail any of our Legacies or BiM locations so that our administration staff can organize our Counselling Team to contact you directly to schedule an appointment.

Our Offered Counselling Services

Back in Motion Health counsellors are all master’s-level trained mental health professionals that hold a license in good professional standing with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, designating them as Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC).

We are here for you, no matter the support that you need to improve your mental health. We offer short or long-term counselling services using a variety of approaches: cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), talk therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness and acceptance-based therapies, dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), somatic experiencing, Rogerian therapy, etc.

Our services have no formal commitment required (number of sessions), although optimal outcomes require commitment to treatment.

Your initial counselling session consists of introductions, informed consent review, establishing rapport, and conducting formal or informal assessments as needed. Assessments may include questionnaires to evaluate symptoms of anxiety, depression, etc.

The counselling team at Back in Motion is here to support you achieve your goals and create lasting change towards a more satisfying life. We understand counselling may be uncomfortable at first, and our experienced clinicians will do the best to ensure that you feel as comfortable as possible during your appointment/treatment.

Back in Motion Health provides: - Mental health counselling and support for individuals - Relationship and family counselling - Youth counselling - Guidance and career counselling - Rehabilitation counselling - Substance abuse counselling - Educational Counselling

Have an ICBC Claim?

Did you know that you could be pre-approved for up to 12 counselling sessions under your ICBC claim?

Our team is experienced in providing support to individuals that have been involved in a car accident.

• Healing from psychological trauma
• Support with stress of claims process
• Reduce anxiety around driving
• Manage symptoms of depression
• Learn strategies to cope with anxiety
• Support with insomnia & other sleep difficulties
• Support with managing stress
• Pain management strategies

Please call or e-mail any of our Legacies or BiM locations so that our administration staff can organize our Counselling Team to contact you directly to schedule an appointment.

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LANGUAGES SPOKEN: English, Dutch, Turkish

Mo Yamali brings over thirteen years of clinical experience to patients at Back in Motion in Coquitlam and Legacies Health Centre in Market Crossing. Born and raised in Amsterdam, Mo trained at the Hogeschool van Amsterdam before building a career that has spanned sports medicine, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and injury recovery across Canada and the Netherlands.

Mo holds dual Master of Clinical Science degrees from Western University, one in Sport and Exercise Medicine and one in Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT) and holds an internationally recognized Sport Physiotherapy Canada (SPC) Diploma, reflecting advanced training in manual therapy and sport rehabilitation. Mo also mentors other clinicians pursuing these same certification pathways, sharing the skills he has developed over his career.

Mo treats a broad range of patients, from athletes managing sports injuries to individuals recovering from surgery, workplace injuries, and motor vehicle accidents, as well as those dealing with everyday aches and general orthopaedic concerns. He is comfortable working with WorkSafeBC and ICBC claims and takes a hands on, evidence based approach to every treatment plan, tailoring his care to what each patient actually needs to get back to the activities they love.

Fluent in English and Dutch with working knowledge of Turkish, Mo is able to connect with a wide range of patients and put them at ease from their very first visit. His international training and years of clinical practice give him a broad perspective on recovery, and he is known for taking the time to listen, explain, and build a plan patients can trust.

New and returning patients can book an appointment with Mo at the Coquitlam or Market Crossing location.

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Daisy Ding is a 2018 graduate of Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT). Before becoming an RMT, she worked in the spa industry and this helped her develop a deeper and better understanding of how stress can affect the human body. This includes the injuries in muscles that arise from repetitive use and postural dysfunction. She believes in the mind and body connection and is always ensuring the total relaxation of her clients during their therapeutic treatments.

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