Empowering Wholeness Through Collaborative Care

Your health journey personalized with integrated, compassionate services

Dr. Carleen Tralenberg D.Ac, R.Ac

Doctor Of Acupuncture

Dr. Carleen Tralenberg has been practising Acupuncture and traditional Chinese Medicine since graduating from McEwan University in 2007. 

Over the past 16 years in practise, she has taken extensive training in Sports medicine Acupuncture, Fertility, Pregnancy, mental Health and digestive management. 

 

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Heather Kew, RMT

Registered Massage Therapist

Heather's journey in healthcare began with her graduation from MacEwan University's Massage Therapy program in 2005. Since then, she's been on a mission to blend her expertise in orthopedic and therapeutic massage, myofascial, Graston, cupping, hot stone therapy, and deep tissue work.

Specializing in migraine and headache treatments, motor vehicle accident rehabilitation, and chronic pain management, Heather thrives in a multi-disciplinary setting. Her collaborative spirit shines at Kollectiv Health, where she's an integral part of a diverse team, working seamlessly to provide holistic care to her clients.

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Jeesun Kim, RMT, MOT

Registered Massage Therapists & Manual Osteopathic Therapist

Every client coming into the office is unique. Each and every body tells a different story.

Years of experience in massage therapy has taught her that our body is like puzzle. The body shows symptoms, however, the source of the problems might be far from where the symptoms are present. This is possible as all systems in our body are interconnected and interdependent through our fascial network. 

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Dr. Kristin Zukowski, D.Ac, R.Ac

Registered Acupuncturist

Kristin Zukowski has worked in the mental health field for approximately 18 years and is now expanding her practice to include holistic health through acupuncture. After three years of dedicated study and practice, she graduated from MacEwan University’s Acupuncture program and is passionate about blending her extensive mental health experience with the natural, holistic benefits of acupuncture.

Specializing in treatments for depression, anxiety, fertility, and pain management, Kristin believes that acupuncture offers a powerful complement to conventional mental health care. Her personal journey with acupuncture’s healing effects inspired her transition into this field, and she’s dedicated to helping her clients achieve similarly transformative results.

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Chantel Trahan

Holistic Nutritional Coach

Chantal’s path to becoming a Nutritional Coach was shaped by her own health challenges and a deep desire to create balance between work, motherhood, and wellness. After years of struggling with chronic pain, fatigue, digestive concerns, and sleep issues, she discovered the healing power of holistic living—and never looked back.

Drawing on her background in fitness, movement, and nutrition, Chantal completed her certification in Holistic Nutrition through Precision Nutrition and is also a trained Garuda Pilates Instructor. Her approach combines whole-food nutrition, mindset work, and gentle movement to support physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

At Kollectiv Health, Chantal brings her lived experience and diverse training to help clients find practical, personalized solutions that support long-term wellness. She is passionate about empowering others to reconnect with their bodies and build sustainable habits that support healing from the inside out.

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Dr. Nicole Schmidt, D.AC, R.AC

Registered Acupuncturist

Nicole is a registered acupuncturist who blends the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with over 15 years of experience as an Advanced Care Paramedic. She offers acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, and ear acupuncture, with a special focus on Neuro- Acupuncture


Inspired by her own healing journey, Nicole’s care is rooted in compassion and integrity. She creates a safe and welcoming space where patients feel heard, supported, and empowered in their healing process.

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Desiree Stewart

Canadian Certified Counsellor

I am a Canadian Certified Counsellor that specializes in working with men, individuals and couples.

I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist with a strong ability to listen deeply and connect meaningfully with clients as I walk alongside their unique journeys of healing and self-discovery.

I’m often described as intuitive, empathetic, and non-judgmental - qualities that help create a safe and supportive space for you to speak openly and honestly. My approach is rooted in empathy, intuition, and a profound respect for the complexity of the human experience.

I work with teens, adults, seniors, and couples, offering support that is both personalized and heart centered. Together, we’ll explore the path forward, which may include EMDR, CBT, parts work, or other evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to your needs.

While some of the deeper work will be yours to carry, I’ll be alongside you—offering guidance, reassurance, and gentle redirection as needed.

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Emerald Rathgeber

Registered Massage Therapist, Craniosacral Therapist

Emerald Rathgeber is a Registered Massage Therapist who completed her 3000-hour training at OVCMT in Vernon, BC—one of Canada’s most comprehensive massage therapy programs. Since graduating in 2014, she has developed a practice rooted in clinical reasoning, hands-on skill, and a strong interest in solving complex presentations.

At the core of Emerald’s work is a deep tissue, therapeutic approach. She is known for working with clients who feel like a “puzzle”—cases where pain is persistent, patterns are layered, or previous treatments haven’t fully resolved the issue. Her focus is not on temporarily easing symptoms, but on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of tension and dysfunction.

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Tristan Chitrinia

Registered Massage Therapist

Tristan Chitrinia is a Registered Massage Therapist with a strong interest in helping clients move more comfortably, manage muscle tension, and maintain an active lifestyle. With a background in therapeutic massage and experience working in a chiropractic and performance-focused setting, she brings a versatile approach to treating a wide range of musculoskeletal concerns.

A graduate of the 2,200-hour Advanced Massage Therapy program at Wholistic Health Training, Tristan offers Swedish, therapeutic, and deep tissue massage, as well as Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST). Her additional training in kinetic cupping, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), assisted stretching, and hot stone therapy allows her to incorporate a variety of techniques based on each client's individual needs and treatment goals...

 

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Maeve (Amanda) Bryden

Registered Massage Therapist, Yoga Teacher, Hypopressives Teacher, Key Practitioner

Maeve is a matriarchist, this foundational belief and way of relating to the Earth and all its inhabitants fuels her passion for her calling and underlies her holistic therapeutic approach. Each person is a symphony of experiences, relationships, and stardust. She’s here to meet you exactly where you’re at, each time you come in. The sessions are about you and for you; sometimes that looks a little like sports therapy, sometimes it’s about a nervous system shift, sometimes there are big feelings with all the talking, sometimes it’s quiet (maybe with or without big feelings). From a paper perspective she completed her massage training in 2005 from Medicine Hat College, she is a Key Therapy Specialist of 11 years, a Level 2 Hypopressives Trainer, and she is a certified Yoga Teacher and Prenatal Yoga Teacher.

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Why Kollectiv?

Inspired by the unity and purpose of a bee colony, Kollectiv Health embodies the essence of collaboration. Our team of dedicated practitioners across massage therapy, manual osteopathy, acupuncture, and complementary health disciplines, come together with a singular focus: your well being. 

At the heart of Kollectiv Health is our commitment to holistic, patient-driven care. By weaving our diverse expertise into a seamless tapestry of support, we ensure that every treatment plan is as unique as the individuals we serve, fostering a journey towards wellness that is both personal and profound. 

In this tranquil haven we've cultivated, every aspect of our practice is designed to support personal development and well being. 

Welcome to Kollectiv Health

Where the collective strength of our care creates a sanctuary for healing and growth.

"Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much"

~Helen Keller

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