Founder of Apotheka, Michelle is a Medical Herbalist and Holistic Nutritionist.

She explores the broader context and whole person, involving the patient’s community support and other practitioners.

Michelle has 20 years of experience in researching digestive imbalances and autoimmune conditions. Personal triumph over these issues, helps her connect with people who are experiencing similar health challenges.

Michelle completed her 5-year program of Phytotherapy and Holistic Nutrition at Pacific Rim College, which included over:

800+ hours of clinical practice experience 800+ hours of therapeutic and medical educational hours 500+ hours of biomedical sciences She has nutritional knowledge in Ayurveda, Chinese medicine, and modern dietary therapies. This complex and extensive training in ancient medicine and modern medical sciences has given Michelle a deep, intimate understanding of the human body, health conditions, and medicinal therapies. She continues to learn and grow as a practitioner to ensure her patients receive the best and most up-to-date treatments and care.

MICHELLE ENJOYS WORKING WITH:

• Rheumatoid arthritis • Digestive imbalances • Stress/anxiety • The nervous system • Adrenals • Insomnia • Low energy

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Leah was born and raised in beautiful Vancouver, B.C., and chose to embrace the slower pace of island living after discovering her passion for holistic nutrition and herbal medicine. She relocated to Victoria, B.C., where she trained in both Western Herbal Medicine and Holistic Nutrition at Pacific Rim College. These comprehensive programs integrated traditional knowledge of herbs and dietary therapy with extensive training in biomedical sciences. Leah also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Calgary, where she focused on clinical aspects of psychology, including mental health conditions.

Leah is dedicated to empowering individuals of all ages and genders through education about their health. She works with clients facing a variety of health issues, including digestive problems, pre-diabetes, and hormonal imbalances. Her holistic approach emphasizes the foundational aspects of health, such as sleep, digestion, blood sugar regulation, proper nutrition, and stress management, enabling her clients to take an active role in their wellness journey.

In her free time, Leah enjoys gardening, camping, baking sourdough bread, and playing with her rambunctious kitty.

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Apotheka offers sliding scale 15 minute mini consultations to offer customized herbal formulas.

Upon booking, you will receive a brief intake form as well as a treatment consent form. Please fill both forms out prior to your consultation.

Please make sure to specify which method of consultation you prefer, as we offer email or phone consults. If you choose email, we will send you a list of questions within 24 hours of your booking time, pending you have filled out the forms prior. For a phone consultation, we will call you at the time of your booking.

Once we have received your intake forms we will select one of our herbalists for you. If you have a preference on which herbalist you would like to work with, please let us know in the notes section. If this mini consult is to get to know a practitioner before booking a full consultation, please let us know and we will make sure they contact you.

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Sarah has dedicated the last two years to the mastery level massage therapist program at West Coast college of massage therapy. She graduated in April 2024, and as she waits to write her board exams in the fall, she will be offering UNregistered relaxation massages.

After 16 years in the childcare industry, Sarah decided that a change of career was what she needed and massage therapy was a great upgrade as she is a natural caregiver. It has been through her own journey of supporting her mental health that she discovered a passion for self care and massage.

Using specific techniques, like myofascial release, muscle stripping, passive stretching, and gentle joint play, she helps to alleviate stress and anxiety. Her passion is to help clients achieve deep relaxation and improved well-being.

With a focus on holistic health and healing, Sarah is committed to providing personalized care to each individual, promoting increased mobility, higher quality of life and mental well-being.

Outside of her practice, she enjoys spending time with her 7 year old son, cooking, and being in nature to help further embody her commitment to a balanced lifestyle. Get ready to unwind and rejuvenate with Sarah’s therapeutic touch.

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