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Joel Brazier
Joel Brazier holds a Master’s degree in Psychology with Honours, and brings over 17 years of professional experience providing counselling and psychological services across clinical, community, and educational settings, including 7 years in private practice. His work is grounded in evidence-based practice, ethical care, and a collaborative, goal-oriented therapeutic approach. Throughout his career, Joel has worked extensively within community agencies, school systems, and public healthcare, including roles with NOYFSS (North Okanagan Youth and Family Services Society), within school-based counselling environments, and for the regional health authority. These experiences have provided him with a broad and integrated understanding of mental health across developmental stages and systems of care. Joel works with youth, young adults, adults, and couples, supporting individuals through concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and life transitions. He aims to provide a professional, respectful, and supportive therapeutic space that allows for meaningful insight, skill development, and sustainable change. In addition to clinical counselling, Joel specializes in performance psychology, working with athletes and high-performing individuals to enhance focus, confidence, resilience, stress management, and performance under pressure. He has also been actively involved in basketball coaching for over 10 years, which informs his applied work with athletes, teams, and youth by bridging psychological theory with real-world performance demands. Joel’s approach emphasizes trust, clarity, and psychological safety, with care tailored to each client’s unique goals and circumstances. Whether addressing mental health concerns, relational dynamics, or performance-related objectives, he is committed to providing thoughtful, evidence-informed support.
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Melissa Ferguson
Supporting families in the Okanagan for the past 13yrs, Melissa provides supportive, evidence-based care for individuals navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Her warm, collaborative approach focuses on building insight, resilience, and practical coping skills in a safe and non-judgmental environment. In addition to her Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work, Melissa is certified in Cognitive Behaviour Intervention for Insomnia and has facilitated women’s wellness, parenting, and grief and loss support groups.
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Dr. Vorachoat (Ike) Karunyasopon
(Dr.)
Dr. Ike brings a rare and diverse background to his work as a Manual Osteopath. Prior to practicing in Canada, he trained and worked as a medical doctor in China, contributed to the field of health and wellness as a bestselling author in Thailand, and served as a university professor mentoring future medical professionals. He has also provided care internationally as a medical spa physician aboard the Queen Elizabeth Cruise Ship.
As a registered Manual Osteopath and member of the College of Canadian Osteopaths, Dr. Ike takes a holistic, hands-on approach to care. His treatments combine manual osteopathy, Thai massage techniques, and movement-based therapy to reduce pain, restore mobility, and improve overall function.
Dr. Ike has a special interest in functional aging, helping individuals maintain strength, balance, and independence as they age. He also incorporates lifestyle guidance, exercise, and nutritional support to create well-rounded, personalized treatment plans.
His approach focuses on addressing the root cause of discomfort—not just symptoms—so patients can move better, feel stronger, and maintain long-term health.
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Kayla Ostafie
Sumeet Parmar
With over 13 years of counselling experience supporting children, adolescents and parents/adults under school settings, Sumeet has been successful helping individuals and families through his ability to make instant and genuine connections. Sumeet holds the belief that every individual (regardless of age, demographics, or personal beliefs) has the capability to manage life’s challenges through developed self-awareness, tools and perspectives. Sumeet bases his therapeutic approach around each client’s needs, challenges and personal goals that have led them to therapy.
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Kayla Plett
Kayla Plett is a Registered Nurse with nine years of combined nursing experience. She began her career as a Licensed Practical Nurse before advancing her education and earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2021 to become a Registered Nurse. Her diverse clinical background in acute care, community health, and long-term care has provided her with a strong foundation in safe, evidence-based practice and personalized client care. Kayla is passionate about providing holistic, client-centered care that supports each individual’s overall health and wellness. She is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and professional environment where clients feel heard, respected, and confident in their care. Through IV therapy services, Kayla strives to help clients feel their best while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence.
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Dr. Graham Sigalet
(Dr)
ND
Dr. Graham Sigalet is a graduate of the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine and began his career serving the Comox Valley community. With a long-standing passion for medicine, wellness, and the natural world, becoming a Naturopathic Doctor was a natural fit. His approach is holistic, patient-centered, and evidence-based, with a commitment to helping people understand the root cause of their health concerns—not just the symptoms. Dr. Graham maintains a general naturopathic practice, with special interest in: Gastrointestinal health Supportive cancer care Chronic pain management Autoimmune conditions Hormonal health Regenerative injection therapies A visit with Dr. Graham includes a detailed medical history, review of laboratory results, a physical exam, and any additional testing that may be needed. He takes the time to listen, understand, and create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs. His treatment toolkit includes: Lifestyle and nutrition guidance Botanical medicine Injection therapies Pharmaceutical prescribing when appropriate Dr. Graham is a registered member of the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia, the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA), and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND). He holds certifications in prescriptive authority, intravenous therapies, ozone therapy, and prolotherapy.
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