Our Team
CLINICAL COUNSELLING
Patricia Petersen
M.A., RCC, Dip. DTCM, B.Comm.
Patricia is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and a retired Acupuncturist. She has a Master's degree in counselling psychology and graduated from the Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine program in 2009. Patricia is a Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner (SEP). She has over a decade of experience in the health and wellness field as an acupuncturist, yoga teacher, crisis line volunteer, and craniosacral therapist.
Patricia moved to Canada from Singapore in 1993 and went on to study at the University of Victoria. After graduating with a business degree and spending five years working in banking, she realized she needed a career that would allow her to help people improve their lives. That realization led her to pursue a career as a yoga teacher and head back to school in 2005 to study Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Patricia has lived in Australia, Japan, and Los Angeles. Patricia loves making pottery and going for long walks in her spare time. You can check out her pottery work here.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Kimen Petersen
Registered Massage Therapist
Kimen graduated from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT) with honours in 2013. He also earned the college’s prestigious Heart Award, which is given to students who demonstrate unconditional positive regard for others and a passionate commitment to excel in their profession. Kimen taught at VCMT from 2015 to 2019.
Kimen’s background included a successful career in construction, building maintenance and operations.
Kimen is passionate about his work, especially sports massage. He has experience in working with athletes and Olympians.
When he is not at the clinic, Kimen enjoys running, photography, and hiking.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Jill Mallon
Registered Massage Therapist, RMT, B.Sc.
Jill is originally from Ontario, but ventured out West in 2003 for her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of British Columbia. Enamoured with the ocean and mountains, she stayed! Prior to Massage Therapy, Jill worked as a Park Ranger and Bylaw Officer in Vancouver and West Vancouver. Jill’s interest in Massage Therapy was inspired by her positive experiences seeking treatment for work related repetitive strain injuries and tension headaches. Now she is excited to have the opportunity to assist others on their own path to healing and wellness!
Jill graduated from the Massage Therapy program at the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT) in April of 2017, and is Registered with the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia. Through detailed history taking and assessment, Jill designs an individualized treatment plan with the goal of getting the client back to pain-free, optimal function. Treatment does not just happen on the table! To decrease symptoms and treat the source of the pain, Jill believes strongly in client education, and provides individually catered information on biomechanics, posture, stress management, and stretching and strengthening exercises.
Jill loves coffee, dogs and spending time with friends. Outside of the clinic, you may bump into her on a local hike, skiing at Whistler, or puttering in her community garden plot.
Jill is excited to meet you and work toward achieving your wellness goals!