
Meet Your Community Leaders
Blending evidence-based medicine with traditional therapies, these thought leaders offer a wealth of knowledge in their respective fields to support you on your healing journey.
With engaging blog posts, workshops, webinars, and give-back initiatives, these practitioners are not just healers but active leaders of our joyful, healing community!
Gavin Larsen is a Sports Acupuncturist and TCM Practitioner who helps clients improve range of motion, reduce pain, and speed up recovery. With over a decade of clinical experience and 20 years in strength training, Gavin bridges ancient healing practices with cutting-edge sports medicine. His approach integrates acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, cupping, and Gua Sha to help clients move better and feel stronger.
Dr. Samantha Petrin, ND, focusses on gut health and mental well-being, helping patients heal from anxiety, PTSD, and nervous system dysregulation. With a focus on somatic-based therapies, she integrates Craniosacral Therapy, Breathwork, acupuncture, and botanical medicine to support the body’s innate ability to heal. Her compassionate approach creates a safe space for deep healing and resilience.
A licensed Counsellor and Certified Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner, Sadaf takes a holistic psychosomatic approach to trauma healing. Specializing in anxiety, depression, relationships, and female wellness, guiding clients toward self-connection and compassion, helping them rediscover a sense of peace, wholeness, and safety.
Mimi specializes in sleep imbalances, digestive issues, anxiety, and immunity support, tailoring acupuncture treatments to individual lifestyles. Her sessions often include cupping, acupressure, and aromatherapy, with expertise in cosmetic acupuncture for skin health. With deep roots in Chinese medicine, she blends Eastern tradition with modern care in both English and Mandarin.
Chris is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a background in social work and a deep commitment to trauma healing. He integrates Internal Family Systems, somatic work, and psychedelic therapy to support self-awareness, integration, and inner transformation, drawing from his training in psilocybin and ketamine-assisted therapy.
Latest Publications
Explore the latest publications from our community leaders.
Did you know that the location of your acne can reveal important clues about your internal health? Wondering what the spots on your chin, forehead, or back might be telling you? While Western medicine typically views acne as a skin-focused issue—primarily concerning pores, sebum production, and bacteria—Traditional Chinese Medicine offers a different perspective.
Spring is the season of fresh starts—and what better time to refresh one of the most neglected areas of your health: your posture. Whether you're glued to your desk, scrolling on your phone, or slouching during your commute, poor posture silently chips away at your energy, mobility, and confidence. The good news? It’s never too late to reset. With effective options for posture correction in Vancouver, now is the time to straighten up and feel the difference.
Ketamine-Assisted Therapy isn’t about escaping pain—it’s about meeting yourself with compassion and curiosity. In this blog, Chris Rambaran, RCC, shares how ketamine can soften inner defenses, unlock hidden emotional terrain, and open space for lasting change. Grounded in Parts Work, somatic practices, and deep inner listening, his approach invites clients into a therapeutic process that’s not just about breakthroughs, but integration.
If you wake up with jaw pain or tension headaches, you’re not alone. Jaw clenching and bruxism are common—especially in high-stress cities like Vancouver. If you’re looking to ditch the mouthguards and painkillers, acupuncture offers lasting relief by relaxing tight muscles and calming the nervous system.
Upcoming Events, Webinars & Workshops
Attend an event, workshop or webinar hosted by a community leader.
Immerse yourself in transformative experiences and uncover profound insights every second Tuesday with the Flying Sage.
In this small-group breathwork session, Dr. Samantha Petrin, ND invites you to experience the profound shifts that can unfold when breath becomes your guide. Designed as an intimate gathering, each evening offers a chance to slow down, soften, and explore the emotional layers that live within the body.
Immerse yourself in transformative experiences and uncover profound insights every second Tuesday with the Flying Sage.
Join us for an evening of somatic exploration through transformative breathwork designed to facilitate deep emotional release.