About Us

Welcome to Healing Hands Integrative Medicine. Healing Hands started in 1996 as a massage therapy clinic. Since then we have grown to offer Naturopathic Medicine, Chiropractic, & Massage Therapy. We are passionate about helping people achieve their best health.

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Dr. Joanne Day, ND

Dr. Joanne Day has been practicing Naturopathic Medicine since 2006, after graduating from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. She has a passion for using both traditional medicine and cutting edge natural therapies to help her patients overcome their health challenges.

Dr. Day obtained her undergraduate degree in Engineering but after working as an engineer she realized that she was better suited to a job helping people. After leaving Engineering, Joanne spent a year in South America where she became interested in natural medicine after witnessing it being practiced together with conventional medicine.

Dr. Joanne Day began her journey treating pain with Regenerative Injection Therapies (Prolotherapy) after observing Dr. Trevor Hoffman. She witnessed first-hand the benefits his patients were experiencing from his treatments. Since that time, she has taken numerous courses in Prolotherapy, Lyftogt Perineural Injection Treatment, and Neural Therapy to learn as much as she can to help her patients.

Joanne lives in Lacombe, Alberta with her farmer husband and their three children. When not practicing or studying Naturopathic Medicine, Joanne enjoys skiing and camping with her family.

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Dr. Chi Hung La, ND

In 2002 Dr. Chi Hung La received a bachelor of sciences degree in Biology and a minor in Psychology from McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario. Upon completion of his postsecondary Dr. Chi attended four years of intensive training in the field of naturopathic medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM), Toronto, Ontario.

In 2006 Dr. Chi passed all required board aexams and started his first practice in Edmonton. After 1 year he settled in Red Deer. Since 2016 he has been practicing in Red Deer while maintaining his Edmonton clinic on the weekend.

Dr. Chi currently holds a multidisciplinary practice and has special interest in these areas of health concerns:

-Skin health disorders
-Neuro-endocrine/STRESS related concerns
-Gastrointestinal dysfunctions
-Muscle/Joint pain management and sport related injuries

He utilizes Applied Kinesiology (AK) testing method and different naturopathic modalities to support his patients back to balanced health. Common modalities used by Dr. Chi are: clinical nutrition, traditional Chinese medicine (herbal formulas and constitutional acupuncture), physiotherapy and acupuncture sport medicine, homeopathy, and botanical medicine.

What is Applied Kinesiology:
The science of AK is based on the study of the body’s vital energy (Chi) and biofield (electro-magnetic field) surrounding the body. AK is a form of muscle testing which allows the doctors to assess the functioning of the vital organs associated with various pathways & muscle groups. AK is also used in determining which foods, supplements and medicines will improve or impede a patient’s health. In this manner, they ensure that all supplements prescribed to patients are beneficial. AK is also a quick and non-invasive method (no needles) to discover allergies of all kinds, parasites, candida, viruses, heavy metal poisoning, chemical toxicity, etc.

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Dr. Nicole Fox, DC

Dr. Nicole Fox has been a chiropractor in Central Alberta since 2005, graduating from Palmer West Chiropractic College in December 2004. Her passion for treating patients with a holistic, head to toe approach has brought many successes throughout her career. A member of the Pro Rodeo Sport Medicine Team since 2005, Dr. Nicole’s experiences treating at rodeos has given her unique and challenging cases.

Having been a massage therapist prior to going to chiropractic college, Dr. Nicole utilizes many soft tissue therapies including A.R.T. ®, Graston Technique®, myofascial cupping, Rockblade, Rock taping (kinesiology taping) and Erchonia cold laser therapy. Additional continuing education training over the past 15 years had included extremity adjusting, visceral manipulation, and Cranial Adjusting Turner Style. Nutritional advice and postural awareness round out the holistic approach.

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Our Team

Natalia Shmakova

RMT

Natalia brings to Healing Hands 20 years of experience in health care. Before emigrating to Canada from her native Russia, Natalia was a Dentist & Orthodontist. Since joining our clinic in June 2012, people have been raving about Natalia’s massages.

Natalia’s services include: Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Relaxation Massage, CranioSacral Therapy, Abdominal Visceral Massage, Hot Stone Massage and Cupping.

Alisa Harris

RMT

With over a decade of experience in massage therapy, Alisa has been helping clients improve their well-being since 2012. She is passionate about building meaningful connections with her clients and is deeply fascinated by the complexity of the human body. Her practice focuses on deep tissue massage, and fire cupping with a strong belief in the connection between mental and physical wellness.

In 2023, she pursued a new challenge by entering nursing school and graduated in early 2026 as a Licensed Practical Nurse, further expanding her ability to support clients’ health from both therapeutic and clinical perspectives.

Her credentials include: Advanced Massage Therapy Certification (2013), Fire Cupping, Orthopedic Massage of the Neck, Thai Yoga Massage Level 1, First Aid and Basic Life Saving Certifications, and a Diploma in Practical Nursing.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, staying active at the gym, and continuously learning something new to keep her brain happy and sharp!

**At this time Alisa, is not accepting new patients.**

Nicole Wiseman

RMT

Nicole grew up in Lacombe and moved to British Columbia when she got married. 27 years later she returned to her hometown in order to spend more time with family. She always knew she wanted to work in the healthcare field in the hope of helping others. It was when she herself had her first massage that she found her calling and hasn’t looked back since.

Nicole graduated from the 3000 hour West Coast College of Massage Therapy program in British Columbia in 2001. She has spent the last 21 years honing her skills. She built a thriving practice in BC by focusing to not only meet, but exceed her clients expectations each and every time she saw them. Nicole strongly believes in the benefits of massage therapy. Not only in treating ‘injuries’ but also in the prevention, maintenance, and stress reduction in each of her clients. Nicole’s goal is to work with her clients to facilitate their journey towards greater health and wellness.

When not at work, Nicole enjoys hiking, baking, and spending time with her family.

Samantha Desrosiers

RMT

I recently moved to Blackfalds from Calgary and have incorporated stretching into my treatments, both during sessions and as homecare guidance. I believe that this addition greatly enhances clients’ range of motion and aids in their recovery. My practice often involves treating clients with lower back, hip, shoulder, and neck discomfort, and I’m known for my deep tissue, therapeutic, and cupping massage techniques.

Family and health are my core values, and I believe that healing the body also means addressing mental and emotional well-being.

Outside of work, I enjoy baking, hiking, swimming, and spending quality time with my family. My favorite quote is, “Massage is NOT a luxury, it’s a necessity.”

Michelle Depencier

RMT

After the pandemic Michelle decided she needed a career change. She began school at the Alberta College of Massage Therapy in 2021 and graduated, the 2200 hour diploma program with honors with distinction, in February 2023.

While in school she learned about Manual Osteopathic Therapy and is continuing her education to become a MOT at the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada.

Michelle has a passion for helping people and loves using massage to help clients achieve relaxation and improved health. She specializes in therapeutic massage techniques, including Swedish, deep tissue, and trigger point therapy.

Krystal Prins

RMT

Krystal has lived in the Lacombe area for over 30 years and has always had a passion for massage therapy and helping others. She graduated from the Alberta Institute of Massage Therapy in 2008 and completed her second year in 2011. After working for a few years, she took a break to raise her family. Recently, while working with an orthodontist for her daughter, she was introduced to cranial sacral therapy, which reignited her passion for massage therapy. She decided to pursue further training and also added lymphatic drainage to her repertoire of treatments.

Outside of work, Krystal enjoys spending time with her two kids, being outdoors, and volunteering in her community.

Tina Ross

Reiki Practitioner

Tina Ross is a Karuna Holy Fire® III Reiki Master and Energetic Wellness Practitioner with over 13 years of experience helping individuals restore balance, vitality, and wholeness.

Her work bridges science and spirit—recognizing that many of the challenges we experience, both physical and emotional, stem from held or trapped energy within the body. Through skillful and compassionate facilitation, Tina helps clients release stored tension, emotional blocks, and energetic patterns, creating the space for deep relaxation, nervous system regulation, and renewed life force flow.

Drawing from a unique blend of Reiki, the Akashic Records, intuitive energy reading, and soul-centered coaching, Tina supports each person in reconnecting with their authentic self and innate wisdom.

Her sessions are particularly supportive for those experiencing:
- Emotional overwhelm, burnout, or chronic stress
- Feeling disconnected or “stuck” in life transitions
- Physical tension or energetic stagnation in the body
- Desire for deeper alignment, clarity, and inner peace

Through her Integrated Energy Sessions, Tina weaves together hands-on energy balancing, intuitive guidance, and ancestral clearing work. Each session is personalized to meet the client’s current state—creating a grounded and safe space for lasting transformation.

Clients often describe feeling lighter, more open, and deeply aligned after working with her—experiencing a renewed sense of vitality that radiates through all aspects of life.

Tina is deeply passionate about helping others awaken their innate healing capacity and collaborating with fellow practitioners to expand access to holistic, energy-based wellness and conscious living.

Bryn Pugh

Registered Nurse

I was born and raised in Lacombe and now call Ponoka home. I attended MacEwan University in Edmonton, where I graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I began working in health care in 2018. After graduating, I gained experience as a floor and charge nurse in a rural hospital. My experiences have included emergency, acute care, labour and delivery, and postpartum.

I am currently studying Holistic Nutrition through the Edison Institute of Nutrition and am very excited to further expand my knowledge in holistic health. I have always had a passion for natural medicine and all things wellness. When I was offered the opportunity to become a part of the Healing Hands team, my love for nursing and holistic health made it an obvious choice.

When I am not at Healing Hands, you can often find me in the kitchen cooking new recipes. I also have a love for running, staying active, and many different outdoor activities including camping, hiking, and fishing.

Joni Cherniak

Registered Nurse

Bio to come

Robyn Orom

Office Manager

Robyn has been the steadfast captain steering the Healing Hands ship since 2015. In addition to keeping the clinic running smoothly behind the scenes, she’s a trained medical laboratory assistant and you can find her assisting Dr. Day with patient care. She prides herself on the personal touch she adds to the patient experience at Healing Hands, and she never forgets a face!
She’s passionate about animals, and has previously funneled that passion into working for a veterinarian. She’s a loyal dog lover—her English bulldog, Hustler, is the apple of her eye! When she is not working, you will find Robyn digging into a good book, or camping with her husband!

Jacqui Rider

Administrative Support

Jacqui is a busy wife and mom to 3 boys, as well as a daughter in-law joining the family. Together with her husband they have raised their family here in Lacombe. She has been involved with her children in their various sports from hockey, to baseball and lacrosse. She has been to almost every arena in Alberta. She has volunteered with various positions within Lacombe Minor Hockey, and finishing with office administration after 14 years.

When not working you can always find her racing to an arena to watch as many of her kids’ sports as she can. Along with the many sporting events, they also operate a grain/cattle farm with family in the Stettler area. Jacqui has always had a passion for health and wellness as well as helping people.

Aleya Lotzien

Administrative Support

I recently graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alberta, Augustana, where I earned honors distinctions throughout my four years and graduated on the Dean’s List. This fall, I am excited to further my education by pursuing a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University.

In the summer of 2023, I worked as a server at Cilantro and Chive in Lacombe, ensuring that all customers had an enjoyable dining experience. This fast-paced environment honed my skills in prioritization and efficiency. In the summers of 2022 and 2021, I served as a summer student at the Broom Tree Foundation, collaborating with the executive director and a social worker to support women facing homelessness, addiction, and domestic violence. I also established partnerships with local organizations and businesses to create a robust network of support.

Regardless of my role, I am passionate about creating welcoming and positive experiences for clients and customers. I value continuous learning from others and strive to foster a positive work environment.

Beki Dobroskay

Administrative Support

Since 2017, Beki has been providing the laughs behind the reception desk at Healing Hands. You’ll never leave the clinic without a chuckle when she’s around! Beki has a background as a medical laboratory assistant, making her ideal for answering questions and assisting patients when needed. Her family holds her heart- she’s a mother, and a grandmother. You’ll often find her cooking or baking with her loved ones in mind, or spending time having coffee with her best friend! An animal lover, Beki has a love for all things horses and feels at peace in the saddle.

Direct Billing
If you’re not sure whether you’re eligible to participate in direct billing for chiropractic services, naturopathic services or massage therapy, speak with your benefit provider for assistance; pre-authorization requirements may apply. Please note, we require a credit card on file for all bookings.

4910A 51 Avenue, Lacombe, Alberta T4L 2K3
Phone: 403-782-4600
healinghandsintegrativemed@gmail.com

Reception Hours
Monday: 10am – 7:30pm
Tuesday: 10am – 6pm
Wednesday: 9am – 5pm
Thursday: 9am – 3pm
Friday: 10am – 3pm

Weekends: closed
Stat holidays: closed

Massage Therapy Hours
Monday: 10am – 8pm
Tuesday: 10am – 8pm
Wednesday: 9am – 5pm
Thursday: 9am – 8pm
Friday: 10am – 3pm

Weekends: by appointment only
Stat holidays: closed