Alison Duffell was born and raised in Ottawa, Ontario. In 2008 she graduated from Kine Concept Institute of Massage and Research and later that year became registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario.
After practicing in Ottawa for several years she moved to Alberta to continue her career. While in Alberta, she sparked an interest in energy work and studied to become a Reiki Master.
Alison has completed many continuing education courses including Hot Stone, Deep Tissue, Gua Sha, Massage Cupping, Advanced Pre-Natal to name a few. She also has a love of essential oils and crystals.
Alison’s life long dream has been to open her own business but never felt like the timing was right. Always following her heart Alison moved to Corner Brook, NL where she continued to work as a registered massage therapist and built her family. Alison loves the art of healing, art and crafts, cooking & food, and spending time with her husband and their two boys (who she is immensely proud of).
In 2020 she founded Meridian, envisioning a place where she and her colleagues could be creative and find their niche, while guiding clients on their own unique path to wellness. She is excited for the evolution of Meridian and feels that it would not have been possible without the support and hard work of her loving husband as well as her family, friends and coworkers!
Alison is looking forward to meeting you along your path to wellness!
Alison Duffell was born and raised in Ottawa, Ontario. In 2008 she graduated from Kine Concept In...
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Brittany is an Indigenous clinical social worker with 7+ years of mental health counselling experience. She works with adults, children and youth for individual and group counselling. Brittany specializes in treating concurrent and complex mental health issues such as trauma, personality and mood disorders. She enjoys completing trainings to increase her skills and knowledge, and has completed specialized training in EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy. In her spare time, Brittany loves to spend time enjoying the outdoors with her family and two dogs, and travelling whenever possible.
Brittany looks forward to meeting you on your path to wellness!
Brittany is an Indigenous clinical social worker with 7+ years of mental health counselling exper...
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Natasha graduated from Academy Canada with a Diploma of Health and Human Sciences: Massage Therapy in February 2023.
She started her own business in July, and she is now looking forward to joining the team here at Meridian. She is very determined to helping people feel better and relieve their tension and stress.
She is originally from a small town in southern Labrador, however came to Corner Brook for college and since then has made a life for herself here.
In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her friends and adventuring. She also enjoys watching the sunsets, & capturing the most beautiful views.
Natasha looks forward to meeting you on your path to wellness!
Natasha graduated from Academy Canada with a Diploma of Health and Human Sciences: Massage Therap...
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Brandon is originally from Isle aux Morts, NL. He graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa with a Doctor of Chiropractic and a Bachelor of Science degree in 2009 and practicing at Back to Health Chiropractic in Port aux Basques in 2010.
Brandon has been practicing in Corner Brook since 2014 and joined Meridian Holistic Health Center in 2021.
He currently offers chiropractic services in both Port aux Basques and Corner Brook. He uses a variety of techniques including Gonstead, Diversified, Activator, as well as NIMMO receptor-tonus muscle release.
Brandon lives in Corner Brook, NL with his wife and son. They enjoy being in nature and hiking the many trails around the west coast.
Brandon is originally from Isle aux Morts, NL. He graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic i...
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Originally from Corner Brook , NL, Nichola graduated with a Psychology degree from Memorial University in 2014 and with a Social Work degree from St. Thomas University in 2016. Upon graduation, Nichola spent a year working supporting children and youth, and has been working as a Registered Social Worker in the field of Mental Health and Addictions counselling ever since.
With over five years experience working with individuals with mental health and addictions Nichola is skilled in individual therapy, and addiction assessments.
Nichola incorporates various therapeutic theories into her work including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Person Centered Therapy (PCT). Nichola takes a strengths based perspective and uses trauma informed practice with her clients.
Nichola is proud of her volunteer work with 2SLGBTQIA youth, and enjoys helping to create a safe space where people can be themselves.
Nichola enjoys spending her time with family, and friends. She can often be found fishing with her partner, or walking her dogs. Nichola also enjoys holistic healing, and encourages holistic practices where appropriate. Nichola is excited to join the Meridian team and is looking forward to working with her clients!
Originally from Corner Brook , NL, Nichola graduated with a Psychology degree from Memorial Unive...
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Originally from Mount Moriah, NL, Jessica graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland in 2008 with a Bachelor of Social Work. Jessica has completed clinical hypnotherapy in 2022 and is a registered clinical hypnotherapist. Jessica is also a registered Canadian Art Therapist. Upon graduation, Jessica returned to the Bay of Islands and has been working as a Registered Social Worker in the field of mental health and addictions counselling ever since.
With over a decade of experience working with individuals with mental health and addictions in both individual and group environments, Jessica has a wide variety of skills in individualized therapy, group therapy, and addiction assessments. Jessica utilizes various forms of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational, narrative and oral therapy to help clients achieve their desired state of wellness and meet their goals. In 2021, Jessica received her naturotherapist designation from the Academy of Naturopaths and Naturotherapists of Canada (ACNN)
Jessica is a proud indigenous woman and member of the Eastern Door Feather Carriers and incorporates traditional mi’kmaq approaches in her practice where appropriate.
She enjoys spending her time engaged in nature, hiking, snowshoeing, off-roading and snowmobiling. Jessica has a love of the arts and enjoys spending her free time making crafts with her young son and cooking up a storm in the kitchen. She is excited to join team Meridian and looking forward to helping her clients find their path to wellness
Originally from Mount Moriah, NL, Jessica graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland in 2...
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