Julie Bouchard, a native of Terrace Bay and a true Northern Ontario girl, has returned to her roots, eager to continue her career in promoting wellbeing. Growing up in Terrace Bay, she was passionate about all sports, participating in both competitive and recreational hockey, as well as various school sports, including long-distance running, basketball, volleyball, soccer, and swimming. Julie’s journey into instructing began during her years as a lifeguard.
After high school, she attended Conestoga College in Kitchener, ON, earning an honors diploma as a Hearing Instrument Specialist. For five years, she provided compassionate hearing healthcare to patients in Thunder Bay, ON. Although she loved her career, her desire to return home was stronger, leading her back to the area in 2023.
Since joining WELLNESS LAB in the summer of 2024, Julie has expanded her expertise in fitness and rehabilitation. Working closely with Dr. Myla, she has honed her skills in rehab-based movement, developing a strong foundation in helping clients improve mobility, strength, and function. She is passionate about guiding individuals toward better movement patterns and injury recovery, blending her knowledge with hands-on experience.
Julie is always on the move! You’ll often catch her in our TRX class or waitressing locally, and throughout the week, she’s leading Strength Circuit, Postural Rehab, Lower Body Rehab, Full Body Rehab and Cycle Rehab classes.
When she’s not at WELLNESS LAB, Julie loves to wander the breathtaking shores of Lake Superior, go fishing with her fiance, hit the trails for a good hike, experiment with new recipes in the kitchen, and enjoy cozy downtime with her cat.
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A native of northern Ontario, C.M. Gibson is happy to finally be back. After spending most of her childhood in southern Manitoba, and her high school years in southern Ontario, she went to McMaster University to earn a degree in Biology. But her heart was always in the north. She spent her summers volunteering at Dorion Bible Camp, recharging on weekends with her grandparents in Nipigon, and came to Lakehead for her Bachelor of Education.
After 6 years teaching high school across Canada and overseas, she decided she wanted to help people in a way that she wasn’t able to, as a teacher. While searching for a way to get to the root of her own health issues, she discovered Naturopathic Medicine. And so began another round of schooling, this time in Toronto at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine.
It was worth it! Having seen what naturopathy was able to do for her, she is excited to begin helping others. She hopes to be a true family doctor, seeing patients from birth to end of life. She has a particular interest in treating eczema, allergies, autism, and behavioural disorders; digestive issues and food sensitivities; autoimmune disorders, including thyroid issues; fatigue, stress and mental health; hormone imbalances; and obesity and diabetes. She also loves using natural medicine to treat common ailments like colds and flus, sprains and strains - and teaching her patients how to care for themselves and their families. Her passions are preventing illness by optimizing health, natural options to improve fertility and birth outcomes, and providing hope for those with eating disorders and food addiction. She uses primarily nutrition, lifestyle, herbs, homeopathic medicine, massage, and hydrotherapy. She also offers acupuncture and is able to prescribe bioidentical hormones.
A native of northern Ontario, C.M. Gibson is happy to finally be back. After spending most of her...
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Dr. Myla Nguyen was born and raised in Niagara Falls, ON. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Waterloo in Health Studies, with minors in Psychology and Gerontology. She completed her Doctor of Chiropractic degree at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (Toronto, ON).
Dr. Myla’s philosophy is to re-educate the body to move the way it was intended, using all of its abilities and ranges of motion in a safe and effective manner. She provides manual therapy using diversified, evidence-based techniques, including: spinal manipulation therapy, mobilizations, muscle release therapy, instrument assisted soft tissue therapy, drop-piece technique, Webster technique, Activator technique, laser therapy, and Shockwave Therapy.
Dr. Myla Nguyen was born and raised in Niagara Falls, ON. She completed her undergraduate degree...
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Crystal Roen, a proud Schreiber native, has always had a deep love for the outdoors. From hiking and swimming to snowboarding and hockey, staying active has been an integral part of her life. She began her fitness journey right here in Terrace Bay, teaching swimming and aqua aerobics at the local pool. Her enthusiasm for sports and fitness led her to pursue an Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology at Lakehead University, where she graduated in 2019.
During her time at Lakehead, Crystal gained invaluable experience working with varsity sports teams, honing her skills in wrapping, taping, and delivering postural correction exercises as part of her co-op education. Over time, her passion for athletics evolved into a broader commitment to health and helping people stay active at every stage of life.
This drive took her to the University of Sydney in Australia, where she earned a Master’s in Physiotherapy. After graduating, Crystal worked as a physiotherapist in a community clinic overseas. There, she provided hydrotherapy in the pool, designed personalized exercise programs, and utilized hands-on therapies and modalities like cupping.
Despite enjoying her time in Australia, Crystal felt the pull of home and her desire to give back to her community. Now back in her beloved small town, she’s in the process of attaining her physiotherapy license in Canada. Crystal is excited to help you achieve your wellness goals and looks forward to supporting the health and vitality of her community!
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Hailey Speziale, a 4th-year Chiropractic intern, is set to graduate in June of 2025 from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. Born and raised in Schreiber, ON, Hailey completed her undergraduate degree in Health Promotion at Laurentian University before pursuing her passion for chiropractic care.
With a strong background in athletics, Hailey grew up as a competitive figure skater and has always maintained an active lifestyle. Her personal experience in sports has fostered a special interest in treating athletes, helping them optimize performance, prevent injuries, and recover efficiently. Hailey takes a patient-centered approach to care, focusing on evidence-based techniques to support movement, recovery, and overall well-being.
Outside of her professional aspirations, Hailey enjoys spending time outdoors, embracing all that Northern Ontario has to offer. She loves going out to camp, fishing, snowmobiling, skiing, and engaging in any sport that keeps her active. She also prioritizes fitness, enjoys reading a good book, and cherishes time spent with family and friends.
Hailey is excited to continue her journey in chiropractic care and looks forward to making a positive impact on the health and wellness of her future patients.
Hailey Speziale, a 4th-year Chiropractic intern, is set to graduate in June of 2025 from the Cana...
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