Eni (pronounced “Annie”) is passionate about a whole-person, individualized approach to treatments. She ensures her clients are empowered through education and collaboration in returning to their most optimal movement and best quality of life.

Eni graduated with her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree and post-masters certificate in Advanced Orthopaedics from D’Youville University in Buffalo, New York. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from McMaster University in 2012 where she gained experience as a personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach and sport medicine volunteer with a variety of varsity sports.

She began her career as a Kinesiologist and after several years in outpatient orthopedics, decided to pursue higher education with her DPT. Since graduating, Eni has been working as a travelling physical therapist in the United States and has had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings including inpatient and outpatient rehab as well as orthopedics.

Eni has continued to pursue further education since graduation including a certificate in Dry Needling, Complete Concussion Management, spinal manipulation and most recently a certificate in Holistic Nutrition.

Eni believes there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to helping her clients recover from injuries and return to pain-free, uninhibited movement. She uses a combination of manual therapies (such as soft tissue mobilization, instrument-assisted soft tissue release, joint mobilization, and cupping) and active therapies (such as strength training, therapeutic exercise, proprioceptive training and neuromuscular re-education) to treat each person’s individual needs and progress them to achieving their goals. She is looking forward to serving the Niagara community, sharing her expertise and experience and helping you live pain-free, happier and healthier!

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Alison has been interested in Sport Physiotherapy since working as student athletic therapist for the Western University Mustangs Football team. There she obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology, followed by her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from Queen’s University in 2016. Following graduation she enrolled in the Sport Physiotherapy Fellowship through the Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic in London to pursue her interest in athletic injuries. There she was the Physiotherapist for all of Fanshawe College’s Varsity teams. Since the fellowship Alison has been practicing in Niagara as a Physiotherapist, and continuing Sport Physiotherapy coverage with a local midget AA girl’s hockey team, as well as Ridley College’s athletics. She achieved her Sport Physiotherapy Certificate in 2019. That year, she was also honoured with the Standard’s Readers’ Choice Award for Best Physiotherapist. In the clinic, Alison uses her diverse knowledge in sport, biomechanics, and training to help her patients rehab from injuries and return to activity. Her treatment techniques are a combination of manual (hands-on) therapy and exercise training to help her patients achieve their physical goals. Alison has been a sport participant throughout her life. She has competed in soccer, hockey, volleyball, badminton and pole-vault. She also enjoys a variety of recreational activities such as water skiing, running, tennis, spin classes and weight training. She looks forward to meeting the ProActive Centre community, and continuing to serve the Niagara Region by providing high quality, individualized physiotherapy care.

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Native to the city of St. Catharines, Dr. Daniel Prinsen spent most of his weekends and summers working on a local farm in Niagara-On-The-Lake tending to the peaches, grapes and flowers found in many Niagara supermarkets. Dr Prinsen’s ambition to become a healthcare professional was sparked during medical campaigning tours in Peru and Ecuador where he provided medical services to various communities in need. He had a personal interest in athletics and health, and went on to receive a 4-year Bachelor of Health Sciences from Brock University. He continued his education with another 4 year’s at Toronto’s Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College from which he received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree.

Dr. Prinsen is proficient in Diversified (hands-on) Chiropractic Technique, muscle-release Therapy and Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy (IASTM) and various auxillary modalities. Certification in Functional Integrative Acupuncture provides him with a biomedical approach to acupuncture that addresses function and movement along with pain and nervous system modulation.

Dr. Prinsen has a passion for sports - his personal athletic interests include soccer, volleyball, and weight-lifting. A history of competitive sports provides him with a greater knowledge of athletic movements and stresses allowing him to better understand, care for and train his patients. Dr. Prinsen believes in prevention as the best medicine. For injuries and physical care he takes a functional approach - strength, range of motion, and control are at the core of his Chiropractic treatment philosophy.

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Born & raised in St. Catharines, Dr. Taia Spencer-Yap is a graduate of the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto. She is a certified Acupuncture and Graston Technique® provider, and uses muscle release therapy, taping and rehabilitative exercise in her treatments. She spent six months of clinical internship training under a Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist at St. John’s Rehabilitation Hospital. Following graduation she practiced in Ireland providing Chiropractic care to a small coastal community. Upon return in 2009, she and Dr. Macpherson opened ProActive Chiropractic & Training Centre, a modern facility that offers both treatment and fitness within the same physical location.

Dr. Spencer-Yap is actively involved not only in the clinical setting but in the community as well. She has been Secretary/Treasurer of the Niagara Chiropractic Society since 2011. In 2015 she was selected as a medical practitioner for the PanAm Games. She is also an Assistant Trainer for the sport-specific conditioning service Speed Unlimited®. There she teaches Bootcamp classes and works with the summer ‘Seven-S’ program (a conditioning camp for young athletes looking to gain a competitive edge in their respective sport). She has led multiple workshops on injury management, run-technique and sport nutrition; she also organizes the clinic’s annual Community Care events.

Dr. Spencer-Yap believes in a balanced approach to health that includes proper nutrition, regular exercise and Chiropractic care to maximize wellness. Her passion is fitness, with an athletic background that includes Track & Field (she is a Level 2 Certified Sprints & Hurdles coach), tennis, soccer & rowing. With her extensive background in athletics, and certifications in soft tissue and manipulative therapies, she has developed a skilled and effective approach to injury management.

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Phil is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and a graduate of Ontario College of Health and Technology in Stoney Creek. In 2015 he finished his term as a non-council member for the CMTO Discipline Committee and volunteers monthly as an active member of his organization.

Phil has over ten years of experience in the fitness industry. A graduate from the Fitness and Health Promotion program at Fanshawe College, Phil has been certified as a Personal Trainer, Nutrition and Wellness Specialist , Community Food Advisor and a Group Fitness Instructor, having taught Spinning, Yoga Fitness, Core and Bootcamp classes. As a Trainer Educator, Phil has trained countless new personal trainers and group fitness instructors.

Therapeutic massage is an important part of your health and wellness plan. It can help you when you are injured, stressed, in chronic pain, or simply in need of a little relaxation and balance. Phil will work with you to create a treatment plan specific to your needs. A treatment with Phil is a unique experience, many people achieving progress they hadn’t thought previously possible. He can incorporate Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage or muscle release techniques to give you the best possible results.

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Kristen is an experienced social worker with over 15 years working in the field with families, adults and children. Kristen has achieved a certification in Trauma & Resilience and is now a specialized practitioner in this area. Her focus is supporting and empowering people through periods of distress, anxiety or depression and working from a strengths-based approach. This involves identifying unique traits of an individual to help find peace and contentment.

Kristen uses a variety of therapeutic modalities including Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). She is passionate about continuing education and learning the most up-to-date and helpful tools to help clients achieve excellent results. Whether from a car accident, an injury, childhood experiences or other types of trauma, Kristen has the skills to help support an individual or family. By identifying elements of resilience the person already has, she can help you navigate through trauma, tailoring the individual sessions to your needs.

Appointments with a Registered Social Worker may be covered under your work or extended health benefits. To confirm, check with your insurance under counselling/therapy services, specifically Social Worker (MSW).

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Farrantina found her passion for fitness and health after years of varsity wrestling. Now she strives to help others find the joy in fitness to help them reach their goals. She graduated from the Fitness and Health Promotion Program at Niagara College with honours. She is a Certified Fitness Leader through the Ontario Fitness Council and is a Certified Personal Trainer through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology.

Farrantina has experience training as a varsity athlete, while also working several jobs, and studying. This has given her the knowledge of what it takes to stay motivated, even during the busiest of times.

She has worked with people of all ages and abilities. She has experience with a wide variety of different client bases including general population for weight loss and muscle building, rehabilitation from past injuries, and even youth athletes.

Farrantina welcomes people of all levels to exercise with her and learn more about fitness and health. She recognizes that movement does not have to be a chore, with the right help, a healthy lifestyle can be for everyone.

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Originally from “Winterpeg,” Cindy has called Ontario home since 1989 and the vibrant Niagara region since 2020. With a career shift from over 20 years in banking and information technology to healthcare in 2018, she understands the chronic tension often associated with prolonged desk work, particularly in the shoulders, neck, back, and hips.

Cindy is dedicated to expanding her therapeutic techniques to help patients restore function, stability, and mobility. In addition to traditional, hands-on Swedish massage, Cindy has unique training in both Table Thai and mat-based Thai massage. She also blends movement, cupping and/or instrument assisted soft tissue manipulation (IASTM) into treatments, upon request, and offers patients practical home care strategies to support healing.

Outside of the clinic she is a co-organizer of the annual Canadian & American Massage Therapy Conferences, which host leading industry education for manual therapists globally. She served as a lead volunteer at the Niagara 2022 Summer Canada Games in tennis and as a field volunteer at the PEI Winter Canada Games in 2023 for cross-country skiing.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Cindy embraces physical challenges, participating in events ranging from sprint triathlons to obstacle courses and running events, driven by her passion for fun, fitness, and the thrill of earning a finisher medal!

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Dr. Scott Macpherson hails from St. John’s Newfoundland. Following his Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education degrees from Memorial University of Newfoundland & Labrador, he moved to Toronto to achieve his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. Taking advantage of his outgoing personality, he worked as a tour guide for ESL students and volunteered for 3 years as the Social Representative for his graduate class. Following graduation he practiced full-time in Dublin, Ireland. There he was able to gain experience treating a variety of sports injuries and athletes including many rugby, hurling, and European football players. His personal sport-interests include soccer, snowboarding, weight-lifting, and squash and he uses his varied athletic background to help his many patients.

Treating in the Niagara Region since January 2009, Dr. Macpherson is proficient in manual therapies, Acupuncture, Graston Technique®, muscle release therapy, ProAdjuster Techniques and more. He is an active member of the Ontario Chiropractic Association, the Canadian Chiropractic Association, the Chamber of Commerce, Wise Guys Charity fund and the Niagara Business Group for young professionals. In 2015 he was awarded the Niagara Business Link 40 under 40 achievement award. Now, as joint-owner of the ProActive Chiropractic Clinic & Training Centre, he treats patients of all ages who are “ProActive” about their health, and who want to use Chiropractic Care to keep themselves healthy and moving well.

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Dr Ceilidh (pronounced ‘Kay-Lee’) Flanagan is originally from the beautiful Miramichi, New Brunswick, where she developed a love for nature and being active from a young age. She first pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, which furthered her passion for understanding the human body and how it moves. She then moved on to study Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, ON learning about healing through nature, and where she developed her special interest in Sports Medicine. Since graduation in 2022, Dr. Flanagan has developed her practice to help patients achieve a balanced, active lifestyle, perform optimally in their daily lives, and manage pain and injuries naturally. She is happy to be part of the ProActive Health Team!

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PTS CanFitPro Group Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer

Karina has decades of experience in the health industry, including work with a variety of athletes from recreational to competitive. She is certified in Post-Rehab Training, and is skilled at assessment and maintenance of proper body alignment for injury-free and effective training results. She has certifications in Personal Training, Group Fitness Instruction, Spinning, Stretching and Therapy Ball training. Her athletic background includes Gymnastics (Level 2 Certified Coach), weight-training, rowing and dance.

Karina has done it all in the fitness industry, including managing the fitness programs for Speed Unlimited for over 15 years. She’s mostly passionate about helping people move and feel better. She brings together fitness, lifestyle and nutrition components to help people of all levels attain their goals.

Karina is available to do a Fitness Assessment with you, or an Initial Consultation if you would like to discuss your personal goals.

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Shirley Vien is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and a graduate of Ontario College of Health and Technology in Stoney Creek. In 2018, she achieved a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Waterloo and has experience working as a Physiotherapy Assistant upon graduation.

Clinical experience led Shirley to an interest in continuing education, and she is always looking to add more skills to her ‘treatment toolbox’. Shirley enjoys working with people for many reasons, whether it’s sports-related injuries, car accidents, poor postural imbalances, or work injuries. Her aim is to help you improve your quality of life, and work towards a pain-free active lifestyle.

Shirley herself likes to keep active by enjoying the outdoors & hiking or lifting weights at the gym. Her positive, energetic & compassionate personality is showcased in her work, where her dedication is evident to providing the best patient experience.

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BKin, CSEP-CEP High Performance Specialist - Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor

Exercise is something Alicia has always been passionate about. After obtaining her Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology at Brock University, she completed a post graduate program at Niagara College in Exercise Science for Health and Performance. As a Certified Exercise Physiologist and group fitness instructor, she has been working in the health and fitness industry for over 6 years. Alicia’s experience includes sport specific training, team training, aquatic training, rehabilitation and fitness education workshops. Alicia’s fitness philosophy is to continue to challenge oneself, set goals and never stop learning. She is a true believer that fitness can become a lifestyle; you just have to find the right style for your life!

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Born and raised in St. Catharines, Matthew is a graduate from the Brock University Faculty of Applied Health Sciences with his Masters focused on Sport Psychology. He is in his fourth year as a PhD candidate and instructor at Brock, continuing to hone his craft in the field of Sport Psychology and is currently a Professional Member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association. Matthew has worked with numerous varsity teams at Brock such as Men’s and Women’s basketball, wrestling, rowing, volleyball, curling, soccer, cross country and hockey. He has also worked with many local sport teams and organization around the Niagara region. With his colleagues at Brock and the Canadian Sport Institute of Ontario, he is now helping to spearhead the mental performance program for the NextGen rowers in the Brock hub. His focus is on athletes who are hoping to compete in 2020 summer Olympics in Tokyo and the 2024 summer Olympics in Paris. In his spare time, he has spent the last 10 years volunteer coaching basketball for CYO in St Catharines. One of Matthew’s main research areas has been Positive Youth Development and the importance of participating in organized sport for healthy developmental outcomes. His PhD research is focusing on helping athletes perform under pressure and trying to understand the psychological and physiological causes of why athletes ‘choke’ under pressure. With the skills developed through mental performance consulting being highly transferable from sport to other areas, such as work and business, Matthew’s goal is to help his clients improve in all aspects of their lives and continue to positively develop healthy life outcomes.

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BPhEd/BEd, CSEP-CEP High Performance Specialist, Trainer

Keveshan comes from a wide variety of sport backgrounds and specialized in basketball, playing and coaching at the university and college level. He graduated from Brock University where he received a degree in Physical Education as well as a Bachelors in Education. He then continued his education at Niagara College in Exercise Science for Health and Performance. Keveshan’s views on strength and conditioning have been built through his own experiences as an athlete as well as his past internships at Brock University and through Speed Unlimited. His philosophy on strength and conditioning “I take the proactive approach with my clients through the promotion of physical fitness, nutrition, social well-being, and positive lifestyle choices.” His goal is to develop fundamental athleticism to improve his client’s mobility and functionality.

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Dr Moyer brings over 13 years of practice experience as a Chiropractor in both the Niagara and Halton Regions. He holds an Honors Bachelor of Health Science degree from the University of Western Ontario and graduated top of his class at New York Chiropractic College in 2007.

Dr Moyer offers an effective treatment philosophy based on patient-centred assessments & care. Appointments with Dr Moyer may include Chiropractic Manipulation, soft-tissue treatments like active release therapy and instrument-assisted soft-tissue therapy, kinesiotaping, exercise/rehabilitation and nutrition advice. He enjoys working with patients of all ages who are driven to improve their health.

Dr Moyer resides in Burlington with his wife, son & daughter. He stays active attending the gym, playing men’s league hockey, and has a passion for golf.

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Desmond Stewart, known to many as Dez, was born and raised in St. Catharines, ON. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree at Brock University before moving to Toronto to attain his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. He’s currently projected to graduate with the Class of 2021. Dez will be working under the supervision of Dr. Macpherson and Dr. Spencer-Yap to complete his educational requirements and assist in providing quality care for his community. Dez is a familiar face around the ProActive Centre. He was previously stationed behind the front desk and could sometimes be found helping athletes in the gym. Since leaving the Centre, Dez has worked as a tutor for school-aged children in the Greater Toronto Area, with a predilection for teaching Math and Science. He has volunteered for a number of charity events and health campaigns, having previous experiences with the Rankin Run, Wise Guys, Regional Public Health programs and Unleash Your Potential among others. Dez is friendly, passionate, and hard-working. He is excited to use his knowledge to help patients and athletes achieve their health and fitness goals during his time with the ProActive team.

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Trainer, Coach - BPhEd, BEd, NCCP Level 4/5

Professional Coach designation with Athletics Canada

Athletic involvement and life-long learning are the backbone of Andrew’s training philosophy. Having competed in soccer and track and field at university and semi-pro levels, he strives to be the Coach that encourages athletes’ physical, mental, social & emotional development. He brings to his clients up-to-date training methods and protocols from ongoing research, experience and from the mentorship of multiple coaches. Andrew’s almost 40 years experience has positioned him as a Trainer that provides results. He’s been committed to continuing education, coaching, training and developing athletes to be their best. He is a speed and conditioning specialist that believes in training all energy systems through safe, progressive and sequenced development programs.

Andrew can be found training clients at the Centre, running ladders and speed drills in the parking lot, at Hydro Hill or at the Hamilton mountain stairs. He’s often leading a group workout, such as Saturday morning Bootcamp or Tuesday night Tabata. Andrew loves to move, be outside and encourages everyone to be more active in their lives.

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Malcolm grew up in the Niagara Region and obtained his Bachelors in Kinesiology from Brock University. As a student, he joined the Brock Barbell Powerlifting team as an athlete and later took on the role of Vice President and coach for the team. He also worked in various research labs focusing on adolescent exercise and strength training and is a published co-author on several research papers. Malcolm also became a member of the ProActive Health Team during his time at Brock, joining the front desk staff in his first year and staying in this role until he graduated. Malcolm continued his education at the University of Toronto and completed his Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree. Throughout his time at UofT, Malcolm worked in a variety of therapy settings, including inpatient rehab, outpatient orthopedics, and oncology.

Malcolm believes strongly that strength is for everyone and is passionate about helping his patients improve their health through movement. Given his research background, he aims to stay up to date on current studies in rehabilitation. He believes in giving his patients the tools they need to achieve their rehabilitation goals. Malcolm takes an individualized approach with care for his patients and utilizes a combination of an active approach and hands on care.

When he’s not in the clinic or at the gym, Malcolm can be found cruising the Niagara region on his road bike, or in a local coffee shop with an Americano in hand. Malcolm is excited to be back at ProActive Centre as a clinician and is looking forward to working with and treating the members of his community.

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Jay is a graduate from Trillium College and is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. Jay spent two years at McMaster University where he was recruited to play for the Varsity football team in 2009. After getting injured himself and changing career paths, Jay spent the next four years devoting himself to healing others through functional exercise and therapeutic massage. Jay has dedicated himself to understanding the human body and becoming a well-rounded therapist. As a former high-level athlete, Jay understands how important it is to have a well understood prehab and rehab regimen. Through his personal experience with training and massage therapy, he has acquired the knowledge to help people of all ages and all body types. Jay has also developed self-care treatment methods for injuries using rollers, lacrosse balls and bands. His focus is on effectively creating long lasting treatment benefits for his patients. Jay continuously adds to his ‘tool belt’ of therapeutic skills. He currently practices techniques such as Cupping, myofascial release therapy, joint mobilization, trigger point therapy, deep-tissue or Sports Massage and more. Jay believes a mixture of therapeutic massage as well as functional training skills allows patients to work and move at the highest possible level, and achieve the results they desire.

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