Jennifer earned her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto in 2009.

Her passion for pelvic floor physiotherapy began after having children of her own and a deep desire to support other women in achieving their goals.

Jennifer believes that education is the cornerstone of recovery and optimal living. She also combines advanced hands-on manual therapy, acupuncture, and individualized therapeutic exercises to help women feel strong, confident, and supported throughout their healing. Jennifer specializes in supporting women through all stages of life, with a particular focus on pre- and postnatal care. She has extensive experience treating incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, urgency, pain with intimacy (dyspareunia/vaginismus), bladder pain syndrome, constipation, endometriosis, and signs and symptoms associated with menopause. She is committed to providing you with the highest quality of care and treating all patients with respect, dignity and compassion.

Outside of the clinic, Jennifer is busy taking care of her family of 6 and in her free time, she loves to wine and dine.

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Dr. Olivia Avolio (she/her) is a warm, compassionate and very experienced chiropractor with a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to treatment. She has a passion for perinatal and postnatal wellness, with a strong belief that you don’t have to suffer through the aches and pains of pregnancy and parenthood. She is humbled to be part of an amazing team of professionals who focus exclusively on female health, and loves having the opportunity to collaborate with practitioners to provide patients the best of care (who doesn’t love someone that tells them they need a massage?!).

Dr. Olivia goes beyond simply adjusting with her chiropractic treatments - she also incorporates other modalities such as soft tissue work and acupuncture for a well-rounded patient experience. She has a special interest in labour preparation, pain relief, and fetal malpositions including breech, transverse, and posterior babies. Dr. Olivia is a firm believer in inspiring others to learn about their health and empowering them to make informed health care decisions. She is excited to share her knowledge, experience and passion with you on your journey to health, whether it’s tied to parenthood or not.

When she isn’t at the clinic, you can find Olivia baking a delicious treat, watching Friends re-runs or enjoying time with family and friends.

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Ash is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Registered Nurse with a passion for helping parents navigate their infant feeding journeys with personalized, evidence-based care.

Ash specializes in challenging feeding cases, working patiently to find solutions and empower families to feel confident in their feeding choices, whether it’s breastfeeding, relactation, supplementing, or weaning. She’s committed to creating a safe and supportive space for every family she works with.

Ash lives in Newmarket with her partner of 20+ years, their two children and their dog, Rookie. When she’s not helping families, you might find her at the park, on the rugby pitch, or at a La Leche League Canada meeting.

To learn more about Ash and her services, visit www.yourfamilynurse.ca.

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Carly is passionate about health and wellness for the whole family, and is dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive and positive environment for all. Carly strives to provide her clients with the very best care possible.

In addition to her diploma in Massage Therapy from Sutherland Chan, Carly also holds a Bachelors in Kinesiology from the University of Toronto. She has training in Fascial Stretch Therapy, Swedish Massage, Thai Massage and Trigger Point Therapy, and is always taking courses to learn more!

Outside of the treatment room, Carly enjoys being with animals (especially her three- legged dog Scooter), going to vintage markets, and staying active. She can’t wait to meet you and help you feel your best!

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Mani’s goal is to help families get the holistic support they desire to be the best they can be. She aims to continue learning to provide her patients with the best support.

Mani graduated from National Institute College and is in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. She has training in various techniques, including Swedish massage, deep tissue, pregnancy massage, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release.

When Mani is not working to help her patients feel better, she spends time with her husband, family, and her golden retriever, Enzo.

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Please contact Cher directly to book your psychotherapy appointment with her, her full schedule is not listed on Janeapp: Call or text her at M: 416-888-8852. E: oonapsychotherapy@bigheartstudio.com

Cher (she/her) is a Registered Psychotherapist, Creative Arts Therapist and Trauma Specialist with over 22 years experience working with families, children, youth and adults. She has worked with Oona since early 2019 and has experience working broadly across the GTA within health and social service agencies and in school settings supporting children, youth and adults living with the many challenges life can bring including mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, trauma, complex and traumatic grief, anticipatory grief, loss, and life limiting illness.

Cher has provided psychotherapy and Creative Arts Therapy services for children, teens, adults and families with the following agencies: Toronto Children’s Aid Society, Toronto’s Ronald McDonald House, Bereaved Families of Toronto and Halton Peel, Dorothy Ley Hospice, Hospice Toronto, Trillium Health Centre, Toronto East General Hospital, Native Child and Family Services, Sherbourne Health Centre, UHN Recreational Therapists, Gildas Club, Wellspring, Alzheimer’s Society and Rexdale Community Health Centre.

She is truly passionate about her work! She follows a strength-based focus that incorporates a number of therapeutic approaches aimed at meeting your or your chiilds specific needs holistically, integrating mind, body, emotion and spirit. Cher has learned through experience, that we bring our own unique story to therapy and honours this with compassion and acceptance – after all, it’s YOUR one-time story of life! With the changes and challenges that can arise as a human and with parenthood, she views you as one of kind.

In your appointments, you will experience working together, moving you towards balance, harmony and wholeness, while developing your inner resources and the power and freedom to bring about change. Cher also offers couples counselling for people looking to find more peace and harmony in their relationship.

Cher is grounded, calm, highly compassionate, energetically strong and balanced making her a soothing presence for clients. Although talk therapy is common when visiting with Cher she encourages creative expression within a variety of art modalities that include; visual arts, music and voice, poetry, writing and storytelling. Her relationship with individuals is guided by a person centered approach, genuine caring and respect and her belief in the capacity for healing and growth. She infuses her practice with positive life energy and dedication and utilizes creative arts techniques in a gentle, sensitive and active way.

On a personal note, Cher has three sons, including one set of twins and has one granddaughter! She is deeply involved in her own healing work and regularly receives treatments in modalities that are the same or similar to those she offers. She believes that art is a healing agent that works from within and enjoys living her life through creativity.

Can’t find a convenient appointment in her schedule? Contact Cher directly and she will aim to accommodate you. E: cher@bigheartstudio.com M: 416-888-8852 text or call

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Carla (she/her) brings her warm personality, many years of experience, and knowledge of myofascial release techniques as well as Swedish Massage to her practice. She has a true passion for treating prenatal and postnatal patients as well as their babies. Carla truly believes that the body can heal when given the right circumstances to do so, and she knows massage can help her patients along that path.

When she’s not at work, you can find Carla doing anything outdoorsy - she is a big fan of camping, hiking, skiing, and she may well be walking her little dog Ocean Blue while she’s at it.

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Oasis is a Paediatric and Prenatal/Postnatal Massage Therapist who is passionate about supporting families through the wild, beautiful, and sometimes overwhelming early years of parenthood. She’s currently studying to become an Osteopath and is continually learning new ways to better care for the families she serves. Becoming a mother herself has deepened Oasis’s understanding of what parents experience—physically, emotionally, and mentally. This perspective brings an even greater sense of compassion and connection to her work with little ones and their caregivers. Her approach is gentle, grounded, and full of care, creating a space where both parents and babies can feel truly supported and seen. Outside of her work and studies, you’ll often find Oasis on a Pilates mat, carving fresh powder on her snowboard, or soaking up time with her family.

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Carmen is a registered Physiotherapist who brings both expertise and deep compassion to her work. She began her career at “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Bucharest, Romania, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy in 2002. After moving to Canada, she completed the Ontario Internationally Educated Physical Therapy Bridging Program at the University of Toronto in 2021.

From the very start of her career, Carmen has been especially passionate about supporting infants—helping them meet milestones and thrive in their physical development. She is equally dedicated to empowering families, drawing on both her professional experience and her perspective as a mother of three.

At Oona, Carmen is committed to guiding children and their families with care, skill, and a genuine desire to see them grow and flourish.

Outside of work, Carmen enjoys spending time with family and friends. She has a passion for cooking and loves experimenting with recipes from around the world, often sharing her creations with the people closest to her.

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Dr. Pegah (she/her) is a holistic, evidence-based chiropractor with a keen interest in prenatal and postnatal wellness. Dr. Pegah loves to help parents feel their very best. Dr. Pegah’s chiropractic treatments are gentle and effective at easing the aches and pains that come along with pregnancy and motherhood. Dr Pegah believes you deserve to feel your very best during pregnancy, and will help prepare your body for an easier labour and delivery experience. Trained in Webster technique, Dr. Pegah is skilled with assisting with babies with malpositions, and she is also an expert at ultrasound therapy for blocked milk ducts. Quick to make her patients feel at home, Dr. Pegah loves the journey of connecting with her patients, and seeing them through this transformative time in their lives. She can’t wait to meet you and help you feel your very best!

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Allison has had a long career in the pregnancy, birth and baby space. Allison works as a birth and postpartum doula, childbirth and HypnoBirthing educator, CPR instructor, car seat technician and a member of the Oona admin team. Allison’s work has included speaking at international conferences and participating in the Zulu Birth Project in South Africa. Allison is also a proud parent of four kiddos of her own, including twins! Allison is passionate about supporting families and can’t wait to support you on your journey.

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Marianna Lemos received her Bachelor of Physiotherapy in Brazil in 2007 and, in her nearly 20 years as a Physiotherapist, she has gained a wide variety of experience treating patients with all kinds of musculoskeletal injuries. Marianna has also completed post graduate education in a range of modalities including Myofascial Release, Manual Therapy, Postural Education, Pelvic Health, Prenatal and Postpartum Care. Marianna is the only Practitioner in Ontario certified in the Ehrenfried Method, a unique technique that evaluates the person as a whole, helping to improve overall posture and strength and resolve a wide variety of issues. She has also completed post-graduate training in Myofascial Release/Anatomy Trains which she finds very effective with a wide variety of clientele. Marianna has a passion for treating women with Pelvic Health dysfunction and has completed post-graduate Pelvic Health training in Brazil and Canada. In the many years that Marianna has been treating women with Pelvic Dysfunction, she has gained extensive experience treating women throughout their lives, including during the prenatal and postpartum period. Marianna loves helping women stay strong during their pregnancy, feel empowered during the birth process and recover faster afterwards. Marianna believes that every patient deserves a personalized approach for their care, and focuses on eliminating the root cause of their pain, leading to a more permanent resolution of their issue and not just alleviating their symptoms in the short term. Marianna is also a strong believer that education plays an integral role in successful treatment. With her patient-centered approach, passion to educate and her caring attitude, she motivates her patients to achieve a healthy long-term lifestyle. In her personal time, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, 2 sons, Artur and Mateus, and her little furry daughter, Cookie.

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Dr. Erica Nikiforuk is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Registered Acupuncturist committed to exceptional patient care. Having devoted her 15 years in practice to treating endocrine and reproductive conditions, Dr. Erica is well-versed in addressing hormone imbalances, as well as supporting fertility and pregnancy. She has made it her mission to change the health care experience of women and couples who are trying to conceive, and to empower women on their journey through motherhood. During the preconception period, she works with both partners to address any fertility challenges – including nutritional deficiencies, hormone conditions, egg quality, or male factor infertility. As well as supporting couples who are trying naturally, Dr. Erica has significant experience providing integrative care for couples undergoing IUI or IVF. She is dedicated to helping couples feel more supported throughout their journey to conceive healthy babies, and on improving the health of future generations. In pregnancy, Dr. Erica provides detailed nutritional management and addresses common concerns such as fatigue, nausea, mood and blood sugar imbalances. She works with her pregnant patients to prepare for labour and promote breast milk supply. She supports new mamas during the post-partum years to help them regain their vitality and get their hormones back in check. In addition to fertility and pregnancy, Dr. Erica routinely treats hormone concerns, such as PCOS, thyroid, acne, hair loss, irregular or painful cycles, insulin resistance and weight loss support. With an avid interest in research, Dr. Erica has published in major scientific and naturopathic medical journals, and has been interviewed in several well-known magazines. She has authored peer-reviewed Continuing Education programs, and has lectured to other health care providers and the public on the benefits of Naturopathic Medicine. She is a member in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO) as well as the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO).

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Dr. Aly is a compassionate and evidence-based chiropractor, deeply committed to helping families reach milestones together. Whether you are in the early stages of pregnancy or adapting to life with a little one, Dr. Aly creates personalized treatment plans combining gentle chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue release, acupuncture, education and exercise to help her patients feel their best, both physically and mentally. She firmly believes investing in your health during this season of life provides benefits for years to come. When Dr. Aly isn’t in the clinic treating adults and their little ones, you can find her hanging around her blueberry farm, gardening, and taking care of their donkeys, goats and chickens.

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Antonella Santagada’s passion is to help others by using her life’s experiences, positive attitude and her diligent work ethic. She loves to inspire people and make people laugh. Antonella keeps our Newmarket studio running smoothly, with over 13 years of Office Administration and Retail Management experience.

When she’s not working with us at Oona, Antonella enjoys spending her time with her family and loves to travel.

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Please reach out to Michelle directly to book your psychotherapy appointment: oona@michellevittitherapy.com

Michelle (she/her) is a counsellor and psychotherapist with a Masters in Counselling Psychology degree from McGill University, and a member in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She has a special interest in working with women and couples as they navigate life and role transitions, with a specific focus on pregnancy, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment to motherhood, reproductive decision-making, prenatal and postpartum mood and anxiety concerns, as well as family and relationship issues. Michelle’s passion for this work grew immensely when she became a mama herself in 2019.

Each person is unique, so Michelle utilizes an integrative approach to therapy. She primarily draws upon cognitive-behavioural, emotion-focused, psychodynamic-relational, and solution-focused modalities. For Michelle, her focus is first on building a trusting relationship with you, while creating an environment that is nonjudgmental, compassionate, and safe to process all issues related to your reproductive story. A place where you can be truly yourself. You can expect warmth, a little humour, emotional support and validation, exploration of hopes and expectations, tools for stress management and coping, and empowerment with a focus on strengths.

A woman’s reproductive years can be filled with both happy and painful experiences. Sometimes the social, emotional, and physical toll of these experiences can become overwhelming and distressing. You are not alone in these reactions. If you are concerned about mood, behaviour, or relationship changes during pregnancy, postpartum, or following a loss, therapy can help. Michelle can work with you to create a plan that addresses your specific symptoms, reduces stress, builds coping skills, deepens awareness and self-compassion, restores self-esteem and hope, enhances social supports and connection, and improves overall well-being.

To book an initial free consultation, you can book online, or contact Michelle directly for more availability. She can be reached at oona@michellevittitherapy.com.

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Cearia is passionate about helping others and providing a warm environment at the front desk during your visit. Cearia is experienced in providing administrative support and is a social worker by training, recently completing degrees from McMaster University (BSW) and Laurentian University (MSW)!

In her spare time Cearia loves to spend time with family and friends and explore new dinner spots! She can’t wait to meet you.

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