Meet The Practitioners
Every patient is unique, with their particular needs, and we tailor care to meet them where they are, whether that’s an adjustment, a visit to our naturopath, massage therapist, or an acupuncture session. If we refer out for physios or other practitioners, patients know they’ll receive the same level of care.
Our doctors have received advanced training in prenatal and pediatric care, but we continue to see patients of all ages and conditions and have a soft spot for our seniors! We have become a generational practice, caring for adults who started in pediatric care with us.
Dr. Karen Beal, Chiropractor
When I was a student attending the University of Toronto, I had headaches and neck pain on a daily basis. My boyfriend (now husband) suggested that I go see a chiropractor. Upon my visit, the chiropractor examined my spine and could tell that misalignment of the bones in my neck was causing my pain. After 1 month of adjustments, my body was pain free. That was when I decided that I wanted to become a chiropractor.
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Dr. Beal began her pre-chiropractic education at the University of Toronto where she studied the basic sciences courses. These included inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, calculus, biology, along with physiology and anatomy. After completing a Bachelor of Life Sciences (4 year) degree, she entered the Masters programme at the University of Toronto, Department of Zoology. Her research involved the cytochemical study of the pancreas cells in a fish model.
After completing her Master of Science degree, Dr. Beal was accepted to the New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, New York. During her four years at NYCC, her courses included biochemistry, a major emphasis on anatomy and human physiology, X-Ray, diagnosis, chiropractic adjusting techniques and patient care at the Cheektowaga Health Centre. After graduating in 1999, Dr. Beal returned to Ajax to establish her practice. Karen is married to John, and they have two children, Ryan and Hilary. They live in north Ajax, Ontario. Karen visits her chiropractor on a weekly basis to ensure that her nervous system is clear and stress free. Some other foundations which Karen has incorporated into her healthy lifestyle include playing soccer, yoga, jin shin jitsu, homeopathy, spin classes and fitness training. She loves eating locally grown organic and wholesome foods and provides the same for her family.
“I love to live the chiropractic lifestyle. Every year, as a family, we decided what we can do to improve our overall health and well-being.” explains Dr. Beal. “I am constantly looking for ways to improve myself, to grow, as well as to live a fun, vibrant life.” “I believe that everyone has the right to feel amazing, happy and full of energy. You deserve it, and your family deserves it. We can make a difference in the well-being of the world by being healthy. I hope that I can be a source of inspiration to you to live your best life yet! If not now…when?”
Thank you for visiting our site. I hope it can be a source of hope and healing. You will find great information about the chiropractic lifestyle throughout our site. Call our office now and schedule an appointment, you’ll be happy you did!
Dr. Natalie Messmer, Chiropractor
After a traumatic birth, my mother wanted to have me checked out to make sure I was okay. She took me to her chiropractor when I was just a few days old for my first adjustment. Within a couple adjustments, she said I was like a new baby. I was sleeping better and overall, a very content baby. My mother continued to take me to the chiropractor for regular wellness visits, and I strongly believe it has kept me healthy into adulthood. I continue to get adjusted weekly, and rely on it to keep me well.
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Dr. Natalie Messmer began her pre-chiropractic education at Brock University where she studied Kinesiology, the study of human movement. After completing a Bachelor of Honours of Kinesiology, she was accepted to the New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, New York. During her four years at NYCC, her courses included a major emphasis on Anatomy and Neurology, Patient Assessment, Biochemistry & Nutrition, X-Ray and Advanced Imaging techniques, diagnosis, as well as a major emphasis on chiropractic techniques and patient care at the Levittown Health Centre in Long Island, NY.
After graduating in early 2011, Dr. Messmer returned to South Ajax, where she grew up, to establish her new chiropractic practice. Dr. Messmer loves practicing in South Ajax and being so close to where she grew up. She gets adjusted once a week to keep her nervous system in check and free of nerve stress. Some other things that she has incorporated into her healthy lifestyle include daily walks with her dog and daughter, yoga, strength training, and eating a well-balanced diet.
Dr. Messmer is a mom to her daughter Tilly and son Rory and currently lives in Courtice with her husband Caelen.
Dr. Messmer loves treating all spines, young, and old, but has a special interest in pregnancy and family wellness because of her lifelong dedication to chiropractic. She is Webster technique certified and she is a Spinning Babies parent educator.
“I believe in a holistic approach to health care because I have experienced first-hand the wonderful effects of regular chiropractic care. Chiropractic should play a fundamental role in everyone’s life in order to optimize health and the overall function of the body. The body has a natural ability to heal itself and chiropractic enhances this ability by removing stresses from spine and allowing the nervous system to function to it’s full potential. I feel amazing today and rarely ever get sick thanks to regular chiropractic adjustments”.
Dr. Romi Raina, Naturopath
My journey in medicine began long before becoming an ND. I worked in a community health center in Manaus, Brazil, alongside traditional healers in Q’eqchi, Guatemala and I was a medic in the Canadian Forces for nearly twenty years.
After obtaining degrees in Science and Anthropology from McMaster University I was inspired to learn a holistic form of medicine that maintains a scientific approach, so I pursued Naturopathic Medicine. Now I’m licensed by the College of Naturopaths of Ontario and I’ve been practicing since 2008.
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My education is coupled with extensive experience which allows me to gain a deeper understanding of the health and wellbeing of my patients. In my practice I draw from my expertise in integrative medicine to treat every patient individually. My aim is to alleviate symptoms while improving overall health and addressing root causes.
In addition to my private practice I’m on the clinical faculty at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. In my spare time I enjoy reading, camping, skiing and gardening with my family.
Meet Our Registered Massage Therapists
Emma Bullen
Emma Bullen, RMT is passionate about fitness and is a wealth of athletic information to her clients. Emma will help you to restore movement, improve circulation and reduce pain to get you feeling fantastic
Luc Comiré, Athletic Therapist & Massage Therapist
Luc combines advanced manual therapy with elite athletic experience to help clients safely return to the activities they love doing. When he isn’t treating clients, Luc plays ultimate frisbee professionally for the Toronto RUSH and internationally for Team Canada, most recently at the World Ultimate Championships in Australia. Luc uses his dual perspective as both a therapist and competitor to deliver exceptional, personalized care.
Additional information: Luc was one of Dr. Karen's first baby patients! Luc and his family have been our beloved patients for 25+ years.
Michelle Domingo
Michelle is a kind and caring massage therapist that will entertain you with stories as she relieves your muscle tension. Michelle has trained in NKT (NeuroKinetic Therapy) which is a technique that uses manual muscle testing to find an fix faulty movement patterns stored in the brain's motor control centre. Essentially, the techniques targets under or overactive muscles to relieve pain and improve function.
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