Hi my name is Nathali Arostegui Romero. I’m an Indigenous Mestiza Latina who comes from a lineage of medicine weavers, jump starting my path into healing from a very young age. I graduated from Sutherland Chan massage therapy school, in Toronto, back in 2011 but my initiations into this line of work have been unfolding for much longer.

During my years of deep struggle and resilience, I dove deeply into dance, sex magic, body language and touch as ways of moving energy and power but also as a way of understanding myself and society more deeply. I explored these art forms of communication within a society that stigmatizes, distorts and inevitably ends up perpetuating the harms it claims to want to “heal”.

When I became a mother, the path I had walked and would journey forward into, would became more clear. I entered an even deeper layer of initiations that was helping me see the ways in which the systems of oppression we live in, were weaved into the work we do as practitioners, therapists, bodyworkers, healers, and health care workers of all kinds, within our modern western world.

The work I choose to do today or the work that chose me, is the work of creation, life and death are my teachers! I co-weave all my work, art and play with the ancestors and beings that have walked with me and that continue to walk with me on this Journey.

What I’m being called to share in this next evolution of life and work, is to share my medicine with those who know there is another way; a deeper, more peaceful, fulfilling and sustainable way to how we do life. This is for those committed to embracing friends, peers, and beings who are also on this path of re-membering; weaving and planting seeds for the great work alongside our mother earth.

Whether you enter my world through massage, mentorship, consulting, 1on1 or group work, you will transform! This work is culture work, it is gentle yet powerful, slow yet steady, still but will move you in ways only Your Spirit will recognize.

This work is relational, decolonial, and reciprocal and it’s a privilege for me to walk alongside you as you uncover the medicine that already lives within you and all around you. I welcome you to book an online consultation to see if and what work is waiting to be co-weaved together.

With Deep Gratitude and Presence Always

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Hi, I’m Emmeline! I’m a Registered Acupuncturist and my ultimate goal is to provide a comfortable, inclusive and friendly space for your healing journey.

My favorite part of being an acupuncturist is working with patients to create a custom treatment plan that is tailored to their specific case. I take pride in establishing trust with every patient to refine the efficacy of each treatment. I am experienced in treating stress, anxiety, sleep disorders, and chronic pain. That said, there are limitless possibilities as to what acupuncture can treat! I am deeply passionate about what I do, and would be honoured to be a part of your healing process.

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A Registered Professional Counsellor (RPCC), Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTCC), Certified Therapeutic Coach and a BCom in Entrepreneurship, Melissa brings over 20 years of experience in yoga and breathwork, along with 15 years in youth and women’s health, developmental and spiritual psychology, relational neurobiology and business.

TREATMENT AREAS Her clients often face challenges with relationships/codependence, parenting, perinatal and motherhood, grief, finding purpose or direction, health issues, feelings of anxiety, depression, or overwhelm, navigating career or major life transitions, and disconnection from authentic self and spirit.

METHOD Melissa’s work blends compassion, curiosity, and creativity, integrating therapeutic practices with ancient wisdom to offer a comprehensive and holistic path to well-being.

Through heartfelt conversations and embodied understanding, she inspires clients to deepen their self-connection, heal relational patterns, and align mind, body, and soul—revealing clarity, purpose, and personal empowerment for meaningful and lasting transformation.

Rooted in a warm, compassionate understanding of energy and mindset, Melissa uses intuition and collaboration to meet clients where they are, helping them navigate toward their goals.

APPROACH At the heart of Melissa’s work is guiding individuals toward individuation and connection with their internal wisdom through the lens of the medicine wheel (mental, emotional, physical and spiritual). Her counselling approach blends attachment and systems therapy (healing past wounds), somatics (integrating body and mind), narrative and cognitive therapy (exploring self-stories and subconscious programming), and spiritual psychology (nurturing connections to nature and truth).

Her Therapeutic Coaching combines change coaching (focused on career, life transitions, and relationships) with tools for leadership and identity exploration through Human Design and The Gene Keys systems, along with somatic tools (Frequency, Yoga/Meditation/Breathwork) fostering deeper self-awareness and meaningful connections with others.

ABOUT Passionate about music, hiking, photography, design, travel, nature, and slow food; supporting women’s health, daily immersion in nature and cherishing moments with her daughter are what makes Melissa’s heart sing.

She is a Metis citizen and resides and operates a private counselling and coaching practice in beautiful Victoria, BC, on the sacred and ancestral lands of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Esquimalt) and the W̱SÁNEĆ nations.

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Meet Lindsay, a Registered Acupuncturist and graduate of the globally recognized Pacific Rim College in Victoria, BC. She is registered and in good standing with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of British Columbia (CTCMA).

Taking an integrative approach to healing, Lindsay’s focus extends beyond relieving symptoms to fostering long-term balance and vitality. She believes in providing patients with the tools and information needed to engage closely with every aspect of their healing journey —mind, body, soul —for achieving optimal health and well-being. In the clinic, Lindsay adopts a trauma-informed approach, prioritizing the creation of a safe space where patient voices are valued.

As a practitioner, she has a particular interest in mental-emotional balancing, cosmetic and skin health, gastrointestinal-digestive disorders, and women’s health. Lindsay continuously enhances her education by regularly attending workshops and online courses.

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With over a decade of experience in the wellness industry, as a Massage Professional, I’ve dedicated my career to guiding others to reconnect with their bodies, for deeper healing and balance. I am passionate about the body-mind connection and the the natural capacity for growth and renewal when creating coherence within. My approach is deeply rooted in a diverse background, blending Massage, Bioenergetics, and the transformative power of Light therapy, through Audio Visual Entrainment. As a certified instructor in Yin and Hatha yoga, Pilates, and Barre, I bring a multidimensional understanding of movement and alignment to every session. I’ve had the privilege of training with leaders in the field, including Dr. Sue Morter, with a certification in this work, I address not just physical tension but also the underlying energetic imbalances that may contribute to discomfort or stress. Whether it’s releasing deep tension or emotional and energetic support, together we create space that facilitates your body’s innate ability to find homeostasis and harmony, my goal is to create time where you feel truly seen, heard, and cared for.

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Lucy earned her diploma from Camosun College, where she developed a deep appreciation for the balance of science and art in massage therapy. This perspective has shaped her practice, emphasizing a collaborative approach to treatment. She works closely with her clients to design personalized plans that align with their unique needs and goals. Recognizing the profound impact massage can have on the nervous system, Lucy ensures her treatments are both effective and seamless, maintaining a sense of flow and connection while addressing a variety of injuries and conditions.

Committed to the care, respect, and safety of all bodies, Lucy creates a welcoming and inclusive treatment environment. She strives to ensure every client feels comfortable and supported in her space, making their well-being her top priority.

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Melissa is a registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, practicing since 2014.

She is passionate about working with those looking for help with skin issues and anything related to digestive, hormonal and mental health.

Melissa is an instructor at Pacific Rim College, teaching courses like TCM Food Therapy and TCM Herbal Pharmacology. She loves the opportunity to share Chinese medicine perspectives with those coming in for treatments, ask if you ever want to learn more!

Prior to studying Chinese Medicine, Melissa completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors in Psychology. She is most drawn to the holistic approach of TCM and loves customizing each treatment - employing acupuncture, food therapy, cupping, ear seeds, and herbal medicine, depending on the needs of each individual.

Melissa has developed a very gentle needling technique. Her acupuncture sessions offer a moment of rest and relaxation.

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Hi! My name is Marika. I was born and raised in the beautiful city of Victoria, BC. I pursued my passion for wellness and healing by studying at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy.

I am a queer and Indigenous practitioner, and these aspects of my identity have been pillars on my journey of discovery and remembering. Embracing my queerness has brought me so much joy and peace, which then led me to start reconnecting with and better understanding my ancestral identity. I have ancestral ties to the Tlingit and Penelakut peoples, as well as Dutch and Scandinavian roots. As a white-presenting person, it hasn’t always been easy to claim my Indigenous roots, but I have come to understand how vital ancestral reconnection is on the path to healing. I hope to share this understanding and support others on their own journeys of self-discovery and healing.

I did not always know that massage therapy was my path to serving the collective. I have struggled a lot with anxiety and depression in my life. And yet, it was when I was in one my darkest and most painful times that the idea of becoming an RMT was presented to me. This profession has given me so much healing and I hope that my own personal transformation can help others.

The foundations of my practice are trust, safety, and reconnecting mind, body and spirit. I value holistic, intuitive, inclusive, and body-neutral care. I believe that having the space to fully relax and be heard is healing in and of itself and that our bodies retain all the wisdom necessary for healing and wholeness; we just need to tune into the “language” they speak.

Amidst the challenges in our world, both on an individual and global scale, my goal for my practice is to create space to offer more compassion, grounding, and support to others. Through this work, I hope to offer more profound avenues of healing for myself, my clients, and the collective. I wish to amplify the impact of my work by sharing more of my authentic self and the wisdom that flows through me, fostering the reconnection of Body, Mind, and Spirit for others.

I always strive to make my clinic room a safe and trauma-informed space. Please let me know if there’s anything I can do to make you more comfortable during your appointment.

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Hello! My name is Sasha Ormiston and I am a Registered Acupuncturist, co-owner of Opal Skin Studios and owner of Nurture and Flo Wellness Clinic.

I am greatly inspired by the magic in nature around me, the beauty in every day life, and my experiences through pregnancy and being a mother. I aspire to bring all these elements into my clinic and treatments, taking my practice to another level and offering an experience like no other.

Since completing my acupuncture studies I have further been certified in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, a natural, painless and non-surgical procedure to help treat anything from fine lines, rosacea, acne and early signs of aging. This is one of my absolute favourite treatments to give and people walk out feeling incredible and absolutely glowing. To me natural beauty is so much more than cosmetic appearance. I love working with clients to find their confidence and nourishing their health from the inside, producing a truly beautiful reflection on the outside.

Additionally I have also taken further training to support prenatal patients from conception up until birth and postpartum. Supporting pregnancy has become a core part of my practice, treating anything from morning sickness, insomnia, aches and pains, heartburn, labour support and preparation and everything in between. Not only was I inspired by the extra training I have done, but my own experiences with pregnancy and becoming a mother and how incredible acupuncture supported me is something I love sharing back with the community.

I am very passionate about what I do and love sharing the magic and efficacy of this medicine. I am so proud of the heart-centred practice I have created and take pride in the success of my patients and the enjoyment they receive from being in my care.

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Andrea Penagos is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (R.TCM.P.) with the CTCMA of British Columbia. She holds a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine from Yo San University in Los Angeles and a Diploma of Western Herbal Medicine (Phytotherapy) from Pacific Rim College in Victoria, and practices both Chinese and Western herbal medicine.

Andrea is passionate about helping patients up-level their quality of life and wellbeing through the framework of Traditional Chinese Medicine, lifestyle medicine, and individualized holistic care. Her practice is based on the understanding that the body innately knows how to heal itself and its potential can be optimized with acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, movement, and everyday habits. Other modalities in her toolkit include cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, tui na, and Reiki/energy healing.

Andrea has a special interest in fertility, menstrual health, emotional wellbeing, pain management, and cosmetic acupuncture. She also treats a range of conditions that include acute injuries, back pain, joint pain, sciatica, headaches, fatigue, digestive disorders, and respiratory/post-viral conditions.

Andrea holds additional training in facial rejuvenation acupuncture and spa facial techniques. Her approach to skincare has been shaped by her own journey healing rosacea and chronic inflammation, which has inspired her to help others navigate their skin concerns. Andrea prioritizes gentle but effective techniques, organic skincare products, and actionable lifestyle shifts to improve the look and feel of your skin.

Outside of the clinic, Andrea enjoys daily Gorge walks with her rescue pup Archer, strength training, cooking, meditating, writing, medicine-making, and the occasional adventure abroad.

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Alexis is a dedicated registered clinical counsellor who provides tailored, person-centred, and culturally responsive support to her clients. With a profound appreciation for the importance of access to quality support that considers all intersections of one’s identity, Alexis aims to empower each unique client who walks through Opal’s doors.

Alexis specializes in working with female-identifying individuals exploring self-esteem, emotional regulation, boundary-setting, anxiety, executive functioning challenges, and major life transitions. She prioritizes the development of strong therapeutic relationships with her clientele and strives to honour diverse lived experiences through carefully tailored interventions. Alexis tailors interventions to each client’s needs, drawing from Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Structural Family Therapy (SFT), Somatic Experiencing (SE), and Mindfulness.

In her spare time, Alexis loves to soak in the simple pleasures of life, from listening to music, eating great pasta, and backyard birding. She especially loves to venture out with her fiancé and dog to explore the trails, beaches, and parks of southern Vancouver Island — the traditional territories of the Lekwungen (Esquimalt and Songhees), Malahat, Pacheedaht, Scia’new, T’Sou-ke, and W̱SÁNEĆ (Pauquachin, Tsartlip, Tsawout, Tseycum) peoples.

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Hi there! I am Rebecca Waterman CNP, and I want you to eat well. I believe that food has the power to heal and transform. As a Holistic Nutritionist my focus is on supporting individuals with goals centered on realigning hormonal health, stress and the connections to digestive health. I am excited to join the Opal Wellness team!

My own health journey started with burnout, digestive issues and hormonal imbalances while working multiple jobs, attending school and experiencing complex personal stressors - life! After experiencing burnout, I knew I needed to take control of my health and started to heal my relationship to food and my body. As I healed my body, I took this momentum quickly into rigorous nonprofit work which inevitably led me to experience burnout once again as I was not considering a whole person approach for myself. As this was not my first rodeo with burnout, and I knew I needed to make a change, I decided to seize this opportunity to formalize my experience in holistic health and nutrition through attending the Institute of Holistic Nutrition. This education gave me the tools to more directly serve the wellbeing of my community.

As a member of the 2LGBTQIA+ community and through my history of working supporting food security, sovereignty and wellness in non-profit spaces, I knew it was important for me to create a practice that is inclusive, trauma-informed and takes into account intersections of wellness that exist in all individuals including marginalized communities. In addition to this, I bring over 10 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, where I have done recipe creation, menu design, conducted job skills training programs, skin health consultations and more.

This journey to improved health, while not easy, has informed the compassion that I carry into meeting individuals, and truly believe the path towards healing is one that takes a whole person approach. This means that I see individuals for who they are beyond their diet, and make meaningful recommendations that fit the lifestyle of the individual while providing options that are both delicious and informed. Rooted in empathetic listening, together we will create personalized protocols and spend time learning and honouring you and your health journey. I believe we all have the innate power within us to transform, and I look forward to walking alongside you on your path to greater ease.

Along with working at other clinics providing one on one nutritional consultations, I have been working at Opal Wellness since opening in March 2024. I feel continuously inspired by the incredible network of practitioners, and the wonderful people who make Opal Wellness the special place that it is. I look forward to meeting you!

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