Hi, I’m Krystal Appleby. My path into Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) wasn’t linear — it was lived. After years of resisting my calling, trying to force myself to stay in the “logical” world of university and science, I swung into the fast-paced world of waitressing, learning people and life with every shift. It wasn’t until 2014 that I finally said yes to my true path and began my studies at the Alberta College of Acupuncture & TCM, completing diplomas in both Acupuncture and TCM, and later interning in Hangzhou, China.

Since then, my practice has deepened through further studies in Sports Medicine, Cosmetic Acupuncture, deep energetics, hypnotherapy, and life coaching. But more importantly, I’ve rooted myself in the core of the medicine: energy, cycles, seasons, and the deep healing that happens when we stop pushing and start listening.

Over the years, I’ve had the honour of supporting not only physical healing, but also life transitions — helping people reclaim their passion, leave stagnant careers, and step into soul-led lives. Many came to me for pain and stayed for the transformation. That’s the magic of this work — it reminds us that the life we crave is possible.

After a whirlwind chapter of entrepreneurship, mentorship, love, and global travel, I’m now embracing a new season — one of peace, and presence. While I travel and work in multiple locations I continue to save a place in my heart to call Fort McMurray home; a place that shaped me and continues to hold my heart.

Whether you’re in a season of transition, healing, or awakening, I look forward to meeting you wherever you are in your journey.

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Hey! This loud mouth specimen is known as Zeta. She has been in Fort McMurray now for 18 years and doing massage for the past 6. Of the 18 years here, Zeta spent 12 working on site and has even operated equipment. So, when she says she understands how beat up you feel after a 12 hour day bouncing around the haul roads, she isn’t kidding. Currently, she’s working 5 days a week in an office so she also understands the neck and shoulder strain is very real. That pinch in your neck or shoulder blade doesn’t have to be the norm. She wants to help you get rid of it. Nowadays, she’s a busy single mama of 3 navigating that new world while trying to also build a parent coaching business. Phew, it makes us tired just reading it.

Her favorite thing to treat? Your pain. She wants to get to the deeper reasons for the pain and help to educate you to eliminate it. She utilizes the body’s natural movements to truly get to the root cause of pain and dysfunction, working to restore your mobility and general soft tissue health. Her goal? To never see you again…for the pain thatis. She wants you to come back for her winning personality!! Yes, we laughed and shook our heads too. Her most treated area/pain point? Shoulders and low back. Zeta is also certified in cupping and Rapid NFR; these particular credentials are a big part of her deep tissue and therapeutic treatments. I mentioned she uses the body’s natural movement? Yeah, she’ll move you around even with the cups stuck on for full benefit during your massage.

Zeta believes we have the innate ability to heal our body and mind. She is fascinated by the mind/body connection. The work of Gabor Mate and many other brilliant minds who focus on trauma and nervous system science, lights her up.

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Leah, originally from Newfoundland, moved to Fort McMurray in 2023. She has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2019 and her knowledge and passion for her profession continuously grows. Her interest in massage therapy started when her mother was dealing with a lower back injury and had been working with RMTs, chiropractors, and other healthcare providers throughout her recovery. She saw just how much benefit and improvement her mother had from therapies such as these and wanted to able to help others herself. Leah had always be drawn to biology, anatomy, and a career in healthcare.

In 2019 Leah graduated from the 2200 hour Massage Therapy Program at Academy Canada in St. John’s, NL. After passing her board exams Leah obtained membership to the Newfoundland & Labrador Massage Therapist’s Association and license from the College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland & Labrador. Leah began her career working alongside and mentored by some of Newfoundland’s most knowledgeable RMTs. Leah quickly began to grow her practice, helping many patients with a wide variety of musculoskeletal issues.

Leah’s approach to treatment is specific, targeted clinical massage therapy. She takes pride in assessing her patients to get a better idea of their signs and symptoms. Leah is also into fitness and resistance training and encourages her patients to adopt a more active lifestyle. Providing homecare exercises to her patients will aid to prolong the benefits of a massage treatment and gives them the opportunity to be a part of their own recovery.

Leah enjoys the continual education aspect of her career, learning something new with each patient and completing post graduate training for modalities to use in treatment. Leah is certified in cupping therapy and is a certified Graston Technique Provider. Leah’s primary areas of treatment include deep tissue, sports injuries, chronic pain, pre/post natal, and pediatrics.

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Originally from Newfoundland, Stephanie has been in Fort McMurray for over 11 years.  After spending a few years raising a young family, she has returned to her massage therapy roots.

Stephanie’s background has placed her in both clinical and spa settings. Encompassing all she has learned over the years, she takes a holistic approach to her treatments, tailoring each one to suit her individual client’s needs. Utilizing a variety of techniques, combined with home care, her goal is to help her clients achieve a healthy balance in their physical body.

When she is not treating you can most often find her in the outdoors with her family, studying herbal medicine, gardening or with a good book.

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Hello, I’m Lindsey! Born and raised in Fort McMurray, I’m now raising my own family here. After the birth of my second child, I realized I needed a career that would offer both flexibility and fulfillment—something that would allow me to be more present as a parent while also being able to pursue a career that was meaningful to me. I enrolled in the local 2200 massage therapy program on a whim, and I quickly realized that this was where I was meant to be.

I approach each treatment with warmth, intuition, and a strong belief in collaboration. My goal is always to create a comfortable, welcoming environment where my clients feel heard and supported, and I feel so fortunate that I am able to share space with people this way while helping them with their pain.

In my own journey to understand myself better and the mind-body connection, I have also completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, a 100-hour Meditation Teacher program, and I’m a certified Reiki practitioner. These experiences have really changed my perspective on life, and I hope to one day share some of the skills and knowledge I have gained by offering women’s retreats so that women can dive into their own healing and self-discovery journeys.

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Carla was born and raised in Fort McMurray and has always been passionate about bringing natural sources of healing to her community.

From a very young age she always knew she belonged in the alternative healing world. Right out of high school she moved to Edmonton and graduated from Grant MacEwan University in 2009 with her diploma in holistic health. Learning about herbal medicine, reflexology, and acupressure ignited her interest and she knew it would only be the beginning.

From there, she earned 700 hours of training in yoga and yoga therapy. Going on to lead local classes and yoga retreats around Canada and Costa Rica. In her teaching career she focused on self love, self awareness and reconnecting body, mind and soul.

After 7 years of leading yoga practice she was ready for a new adventure and decided to attend the Alberta college of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. Passion was ignited once again as she witnessed people heal from chronic pain, insomnia, digestive problems, anxiety, depression and so much more. She is so grateful to practice and learn a craft that assists people in their healing journey.

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I guide individuals dealing with the challenges of Skin issues & Anxiety, towards a place of balance and inner calmness.

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Since graduating in 2008 I have dedicated myself to finding the missing piece to what blocks prevent healing the whole system (body, mind, heart). I can say with confidence my new approach has allowed for deeper, long lasting healing, and combines evidence based medicine with emotional healing.

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Areas of Focus:

Emotional & Nervous system dis-regulation (depression, anxiety, mood, stress, burnout, apathy, anger, personal growth, habits)

​Skin Related issues: Acne, Eczema (Dermatitis), Psoriasis, Rosacea, Contact Dermatitis, Hives (Urticaria)

Physical ailments (autoimmune, gut health, mood, low energy, cortisol imbalance, nutrition, healthy habits, brain fog,)

Hormonal testing & hormonal Imbalance: (cortisol, DHEA, testosterone, estrogen progesterone and all metabolites, organic acids

I believe that addressing all aspects of an individual leads to swift and effortless healing. This includes:

Rewiring the nervous system

Supporting the physical body (hormones, immunity, gut health, thyroid, energy, sleep, nutrients)

Releasing old emotional blocks

Implementing new belief systems

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