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Registered Massage Therapist & Wellness Studio Director Brooklyn started her career in the health and wellness industry at 17, beginning with becoming a fitness instructor. Since then, she has received her Massage Therapy Diploma, a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Sciences and special certifications in Medical Exercise, Personal Training and Health and Wellness Coaching. She believes that combining Massage Therapy, Medical Exercise treatments and a personalized fitness plan, leads to a well-rounded treatment plan. This allows clients to rehab from injuries, chronic pain, or any other pain and dysfunction properly, and builds a foundation to live a healthy and active life going forward. Brooklyn has trained in a variety of modalities and techniques including: Graston Techniques, Active Release Techniques (A.R.T), Dynamic Cupping, K-Taping, TMJ Treatments, and Cyriax’s Frictions. You can also find Brooklyn in the Movement studio teaching Circuit, Mat Pilates and Reformer Pilates! |
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Currently On Maternity Leave
B R I T T A N Y W I C K E R T Doctor Of Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine Herbalism https://www.drmamabearyoga.com/ Dr. Brittany Wickert is a Board Certified Doctor of Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine with a special interest in women’s health & hormones. Additionally Dr. Brittany is a yoga teacher with special training in pre/postnatal yoga, yoga nidra, meditation and Critical Alignment Yoga Therapy. Within her practice Dr. Brittany works closely with both Chinese Medicine herbs & western herbs, which provides her patients with a unique perspective. During her travels to Bali, Thailand & Singapore Dr. Brittany deepened her yoga & meditation practice, and you can feel her love for yoga as if it were palpable during her regular classes & events. A natural teacher, and often asked to be a guest speaker at various events & retreats, she loves to offer regular education series focusing on women’s cycles, emotional wellness & the mind-body connection. As a homebirth mama herself, Dr. Brittany has experienced the miraculous, challenging & sometimes confusing stages of motherhood & she is here to bring clarity to you & a deeper understanding of your menstrual cycle, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum & motherhood + she loves to see kiddos so bring in the whole family to optimise digestion, immunity, sleep & so much more. |
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M A R I E B E L A N G E R
Registered Massage Therapist Meet Marie, a Natural Health Practitioner of Canada with a multifaceted background in the realms of wellness and holistic healing since 2014. She has trained and holds certifications in many modalities including BodyTalk, The Healing Touch Program, Usui Reiki, Ancient Indigenous healing practices of the Cherokee, BlackFoot and Peruvian nations, Sound Healing and more. As a dedicated mother of two, and 18 year flight attendant she brings a nurturing and compassionate approach to her practice. A Massage Therapist since 2016, she completed her 2200 hr RMT training at Albert College of Massage Therapy in 2021, Marie brings a wealth of experience in delivering therapeutic touch to promote relaxation and well-being. After completing her 200hr embodiment yoga teacher training in 2019, and continuing education with somatic Thai yoga massage she passionately guides individuals through mindful movement and breath to facilitate a mind-body connection and restore inner balance. Currently studying Somatic Experiencing through Peter Levines’ professional training program at Somatic Experiencing International allows her to serve clients through a trauma informed lens and facilitate integrative somatic experiences in all her work. Marie also empowers clients to explore somatic awareness and release deep-seated tension and unravel trauma stored in the body for holistic healing benefits. Known for her transformative retreats, Marie curates immersive experiences that nurture personal growth and self-discovery. In her role as a sacred space holder, she creates sanctuaries that foster self-paced personal healing, connection, and spiritual growth. A lover of Maui and the spirit of Aloha, Marie always finds inspiration and peace in the beauty of the islands and Hawaiian culture. Committed to empowering others on their path to wholeness, she is dedicated to facilitating profound transformations and promoting wellness at every level. |
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A M A N D A B L A I R E
Certified Wellness/Spiritual Life Coach, Shamanic Practitioner Amanda Blaire Wellness is built on a foundation of both unmatched pain and equal strength. This is a community of people who can come together in trauma and leave spiritually connected. This is where you can safely come home to yourself. Amanda's purpose is to guide you so that you can uncover your true self, whether you’re just getting to know them or are becoming reacquainted with them. She will ask you some tough questions and guide you through a deep journey within where you will find spiritual connection to yourself and the world around you. She will help you overcome emotional blocks and trauma so that you can live a happier, more fulfilled life with everything that has been within you all along. Be prepared to step outside of your comfort zone, away from your limiting beliefs, and into your true self. |
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S T E P H A N I E H A R O L D S O N
Reflexology Stephanie took her Reflexology training at the Canadian Reflexology School in Victoria BC, while working full time in the department of surgery at the hospital. Her main goal was to use this technique on her family, but grew to love it and wanted to share her passion! She uses the unique massage techniques, targeting reflex points in the feet to bring balance back to the body, increase circulation, and promote relaxation. Bliss. Steph has been a part of our team at The Study working as Front Crew, and as an avid student of all of our fitness classes! Her energy is contagious and we are ecstatic for her to be joining our Wellness Team. In her spare time you can find Steph with her family, hiking in Kananaskis, dinning in Banff, going to the Spa with friends, traveling and snuggling her adorable dog Milo. |
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MACKENZIE DRAKE
Clinical Esthetics | Facials Mackenzie Drake began her career in wellness with a Business Administration Diploma, managing a gym for two years where she discovered her passion for helping people and promoting health. Eager to pursue a more direct path in wellness, Mackenzie completed her Clinical Esthetics Diploma at Delmar College of Wellness and Esthetics. With over 400 hours of hands-on training, she’s skilled in skin science, facial treatments, chemical peels, dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, microneedling, laser technologies, LED light therapy, radio frequency, and more. Mackenzie believes in a holistic skincare approach that rejuvenates and nourishes the skin, helping clients feel their best both inside and out. Driven by a passion for making others feel beautiful and confident in their skin, she’s excited to give back to her community in Cochrane, AB, by joining The Study. |
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ASHLEY BRODEUR
Feelosophy Ashley Brodeur is the founder of The Feelosophy, a therapeutic practice rooted in slowing down, softening into presence, and supporting people through their healing with care and attunement. Ashley offers EMDR, NeuroAffective Touch®, and counselling/psychotherapy sessions to help clients navigate grief, trauma, anxiety, specializing in perinatal and postpartum mental health. Her work integrates nervous system support, relational safety, and learning on the spot coping tools - because healing happens when we feel safe enough to feel. She was raised in Calgary and recently moved to Cochrane to be closer to nature and begin starting her own family. Sessions with Ashley may be covered under Registered Psychotherapy or Certified Counsellor and can include: Counselling/Psychotherapy, EMDR, NeuroAffective Touch®. |
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ASHLEY HUOLT
Registered Massage Therapist Ashley has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2020 after graduating from Mount Royal University. She’s trained in deep tissue massage, cupping, and sports massage, and takes a personalized, results-focused approach to every session—combining hands-on skill with a solid clinical understanding.Over the years, Ashley has worked closely with physiotherapists, acupuncturists, and sports medicine professionals. This experience has shaped her strong background in treating sports injuries, posture-related tension, surgical recovery, and chronic conditions. She’s passionate about movement, fitness, and helping people feel strong, capable, and at home in their bodies. Whether you're recovering from an injury or looking to maintain your overall well-being, Ashley’s goal is to support your long-term health—so you can keep doing the things you love for as long as possible. |
