Mike Bencsik is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) and local BC boy. He first became interested in massage therapy after it greatly helped him recover from an injury he sustained years ago. Being heavily involved in competitive Olympic weightlifting, Mike fully understands the importance of a team approach to healthcare and proactive treatments to ensure high quality training and performance. Mike is passionate about helping his clients get out of pain and back to the activities that bring them joy. He performs a thorough assessment to better understand the root cause of pain and injury, and develops an individualized treatment plan for each of his clients. When Mike is not in clinic, you can find him training and competing in Olympic weightlifting. He is currently ranked 2nd in the 109+ in Canada, a BC Provincial Champion, and working his way to compete in the next Commonwealth Games.

• Areas of focus: myofascial release, deep tissue massage, supporting athletes with chronic pain
• Education: Registered Massage Therapy Program (Vancouver Career College - Kelowna Campus)
• Memberships: CMTBC, RMTBC

Mike Bencsik is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) and local BC boy. He first became interested... Read More

Stephanie Botham is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) who has been in practice since 2018. Steph always knew that she wanted to have a career in the healthcare field, she just wasn’t sure what area she belonged in. She has always admired the idea of helping people and making a difference in her clients’ journey to optimal health. At a young age, her Dad was in an accident which required extensive time in a Rehabilitation Centre. After attending many appointments with him, and seeing first hand her Dad’s benefits from massage therapy - she was inspired her to become an RMT. When Stephanie was an RMT student, she also benefited greatly from massage therapy treatments herself, which deepened her education and made her even more passionate about being in this field.

When she’s not in the clinic, you can find Steph reading, baking cookies, and watercolor painting. She loves spending time with family and friends, playing with her cat, and taking in all the activities and scenery the Okanagan has to offer.

• Areas of Focus: Headaches and migraines, neck and shoulder pain, stress management, chronic injuries, prenatal care
• Education: Registered Massage Therapy Program (Vancouver Career College - Kelowna Campus - 2018)
• Memberships: CMTBC, RMTBC

Stephanie Botham is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) who has been in practice since 2018. Ste... Read More

Nicole is currently a dedicated massage therapy student. She is passionate about women’s health and committed to using her skills to promote wellness and balance. When not immersed in her studies, she cherishes quality time with her family, especially enjoying sports and outdoor activities together. Balancing her academic pursuits with family life fuels her enthusiasm for both personal growth and holistic care.

Nicole is currently a dedicated massage therapy student. She is passionate about women’s health a... Read More

Brooklyn is a recent graduate of the Registered Massage Therapy program through First College in Kelowna. A keen interest in the human body prompted her to start the process in becoming a RMT, and she looks forward to continuing her education and crafting her skills. This interest in the human body started when she joined her local Fire Department, which provided her with First Medical Response training.

When Brooklyn is not working at the Clinic or the Fire Department, she likes to spend her time snowboarding with her family, baking, and playing with her cats, Mr. Little and Taz.

• Areas of Focus: Deep tissue massage, trigger point release, myofascial release, hydrotherapy

• Education: Registered Massage Therapy Program (First College- Kelowna Campus)

• Memberships: CMTBC, RMTBC

Brooklyn is a recent graduate of the Registered Massage Therapy program through First College in ... Read More

Areas of Focus: acute and chronic pain management, sports injuries, active rehabilitation, headaches and whiplash

Dr. Lauren Fauchon, DC believes in a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach to patient-centred care. She is passionate about creating genuine connections and empowering her patients with the tools to reduce future injury risk and get you back to the activities you love to do, pain free. Her treatment focuses on soft tissue therapies, chiropractic adjustments, exercise rehabilitation, and patient education.

Dr. Lauren grew up in West Kelowna as a multi-sport athlete but ultimately found her true passion in swimming. She competed nationally, and internationally throughout high school and university. From her own athletics, she not only recognizes what it is like to experience an injury but understands how to get you out of pain and how to progress through stages of rehabilitation. When not in the clinic, you can find Dr. Lauren swimming laps of the pool or the lake, swinging her clubs on the golf courses, lifting weights in the gym, sweating at SpinCo, or testing out new recipes in the kitchen.

• Education: Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) - University of Western States, Masters of Science in Sports Medicine (M.Sc) - University of Western States, B.Sc in Human Biology - University of Western States, B.Sc. in Health Sciences (B.Sc) - SFU
• Certifications: FAKTR Certified, DNS Exercise 1, NCCP Level 1 Coach - Swimming, DEI training - Canadian Chiropractic Association

Areas of Focus: acute and chronic pain management, sports injuries, active rehabilitation, headac... Read More

Areas of Focus: optimizing mental wellness - stress/burnout, anxiety, depression, insomnia, concussions/post-concussion syndrome, prolotherapy (extremities), menstrual/gyne/fertility, + hormone health

Dr. Kelsea is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Okanagan newcomer raised in small town lake life. She aims to authentically connect with her patients to help educate, guide and empower them towards their optimal health. Dr. Kelsea has a passion for brain health and balancing the nervous system including anxiety and depression, stress, insomnia, post-concussive syndrome and traumatic brain injuries. Dr. Kelsea offers Advanced Injection Therapies, such as prolotherapy, for the extremities in patients with acute and chronic pain. And she offers Cervical Screening Exams (pap smears), as well as IUD insertions and removals for patients on a regular basis. When not seeking further knowledge you can find her chasing sunsets on her paddleboard, exploring the surrounding great outdoors by water, forest or mountain peaks, and hanging out with her beloved dogs, Harlee and Lyla.

• Education: Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (BINM)
• Certifications: IUD Insertion/Removal, Acupuncture, IV Therapy, Immunizations, Prescription Authority, Advanced Injection Therapies
• Memberships: CNPBC, BCND, CAND

Areas of Focus: optimizing mental wellness - stress/burnout, anxiety, depression, insomnia, concu... Read More

Areas of Focus: Acute and chronic pain management, sports injuries, rehabilitation, advanced injection therapies (ultrasound guided prolotherapy & PRP)

Dr. Michael Tassone is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and the Medical Director of West Kelowna Integrative Health Centre. Dr. Tassone has a decade of advanced injection therapy experience with a clinical focus in acute and chronic pain management, sports injuries and rehabilitation, and ultrasound guided advanced injection therapies (prolotherapy, PRP, hyaluronic acid, cortisone). He takes to heart the Naturopathic principle “Doctor as Teacher” and encompasses this value in every aspect of his professional practice. He formerly taught both Orthopedic Assessment & Physical Medicine and Public Health at Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (Boucher Campus), and is a past Instructor in the RMT Program at VCC-Kelowna. He is currently a BC Boards Examiner for the College of Naturopathic Physicians of BC (CNPBC), a Director for the British Columbia Naturopathic Doctors (BCND), and sits on the the National Advisory Board for Cyto-Matrix. Dr. Tassone’s passion as an Educator keeps him up to date on emerging therapies and is the cornerstone of his approach to patient care. When not in the clinic or teaching, you can find Dr. Tassone camping with his family, enjoying the Okanagan lifestyle, and in the kitchen experimenting with gluten and dairy free Italian meals.

• Education: Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (BINM), BSc. in Health Sciences (SFU)
• Certifications: Prescriptive Authority, Acupuncture, IV Therapy & Chelation, Immunizations, Prolotherapy & Advanced Injections
• Memberships: CNPBC, BCND, CAND

Areas of Focus: Acute and chronic pain management, sports injuries, rehabilitation, advanced inje... Read More

Areas of Focus: Fertility, pregnancy and postpartum, peri-menopause, menopause, PCOS, endometriosis, thyroid, children’s health

Dr. Lauren is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor with a focus in optimizing women’s health and hormones - from fertility / pre-conception, pregnancy, postpartum to peri-menopause and menopause. She works with many patients struggling with painful + irregular menses, PMS/PMDD, PCOS, and endometriosis. She also offers Cervical Screening Exams (pap smears) and IUD insertions and removals for patients on a regular basis. She is passionate about offering comprehensive and collaborative healthcare to best understand the root cause of your health concerns, and optimize your health. When not in the clinic, you can find Dr. Lauren enjoying the Okanagan lifestyle - from the beach to the ski hill to hiking trails and camping, and spending time with her family and her dog, Doug.

• Education: Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (BINM), BSc. in Biological Sciences (UofC)
• Certifications: IUD Insertion/Removal, Prescriptive Authority, Acupuncture, IV Therapy, Immunizations, Aesthetics
• Memberships: CNPBC, BCND, CAND

Areas of Focus: Fertility, pregnancy and postpartum, peri-menopause, menopause, PCOS, endometrios... Read More

Areas of focus: Aesthetics, skin + hair health, weight loss + metabolic health, hormones

Dr. Kaitlyn is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor who was born and raised in Penticton, BC. She believes the journey to optimal health is a collaborative venture, and will guide and educate her patients along the way. Dr. Kaitlyn encourages strong, evidence-informed nutritional and lifestyle foundations, in addition to tailored treatment plans. She uses a combination of complementary, such as herbal medicine and acupuncture, functional, physical, and modern medicine to help you achieve your health goals. Dr. Kaitlyn offers Aesthetic treatments including Aesthetic Injections (Botox / Dysport), Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, Microneedling, PRP Microneedling Facials, and PRP for Hair Loss. When she’s not at WKIHC, you can find Dr. Kaitlyn teaching yoga in the park, playing in the water with her two young children, or taking a family hike in the mountains. She also loves to run and golf with her friends and has the goal of completing Ironman Canada.

• Education: Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (BINM)
• Certifications: Prescriptive Authority, IV Therapy, Acupuncture, Immunizations, PRP & Neuromodulators - Aesthetics
• Memberships: CNPBC, BCND, CAND

Areas of focus: Aesthetics, skin + hair health, weight loss + metabolic health, hormones Dr. Kai... Read More