Meet Our Team of Professionals

We’re committed to making your experience at Happy Bones as comfortable as possible.

Kaylene Joseph

Registered Manual Osteopath, DOMP, BFA, YT. Clinic Owner

National Academy of Osteopathy 2015 – DOMP

Concordia University – BFA Contemporary Dance

Yoga Teacher Training 200hr

Hi! I’m Kaylene. After a decade as a manual osteopath, I’ve shifted my practice to focus more on teaching patients to actively engage versus receiving table treatments. This means I combine osteopathy with strength training to create dynamic, personalized programs that not only move you away from pain faster but help you take back control over your body and its capabilities.

I have been an athlete all of my life starting out as a dancer & yoga instructor. Through my early career (to present day), I personally have experienced the frustrating, helpless and painful feeling set backs like throwing your back out or hurting your shoulder can cause. With a keen fascination of the human body and its capabilities- I discovered osteopathy.

Now, as someone whose fallen in love with CrossFit, this hands-on experience enriches my practice and deepens my understanding of physical health, allowing me to guide my patients with not just knowledge but also empathy and firsthand insights.

I’ve worked with over 800 people coming from all walks of life. I truly believe that with the knowledge and experience I have to offer, we can work together to get you out of pain, feeling confident and getting back to all the activities you enjoy. If you’re ready to try a new approach to achieving your goals and getting results- you’ve come to the right place!

Heather Macdonald

Registered Massage Therapist

Sutherland-Chan 2007

Heather has been a dedicated and compassionate Registered Massage Therapist in York Region for over a decade, offering an evolving, holistic approach to care. She combines sharp problem-solving skills, deep intuition, and individualized touch to uncover the root causes of soft tissue and joint dysfunction. Her treatments don’t just alleviate aches and pains—they foster a deeper connection between the body and mind, promoting healing on multiple levels.

Heather has a particular gift for working with children and infants, addressing a range of concerns such as torticollis, tongue tie, and dental-related issues. Her gentle yet effective techniques provide support during crucial stages of development, helping her youngest clients achieve greater comfort, mobility, and function.

Heather also has extensive experience with pre- and perinatal care, supporting clients in pelvic floor rehabilitation, prenatal wellness, and labour preparation. 

Continuously expanding her knowledge, Heather has trained in a variety of healing modalities, including Craniosacral Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, gentle fascial release, strain/counterstrain techniques, neural pathway re-training, breathwork, and meditative practices like Reiki and Huna. Her multifaceted approach ensures each client receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs.

Whether working with infants, expectant mothers, or individuals seeking relief from chronic pain or dysfunction, Heather’s holistic and compassionate care empowers her clients to restore balance, move with ease, and experience improved well-being.

Valerie Smith

Manual Osteopath, M.OMSc, CNP

Canadian Academy of Osteopathy – M.OMSc

Certified Nutritional Practitioner – Institute of Holistic Nutrition

I first learned about Osteopathy when a friend recommended I see one. At the time I had been living with back pain for two years and had not found relief through other forms of treatment. After my first treatment, I considered my Osteo a miracle man and began researching how I could help people in the same way.

In 2022 I completed the comprehensive four-year osteopathic education program through the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy (CAO) in Hamilton, Ontario. Graduating with a Masters of Practice Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Sciences (M.OMSc).

In my mid-twenties I was told I would be on medication for life. In response, I became a Holistic Nutritionist and learned how to manage physical symptoms through what I put in and on my body.

In 2012 I graduated with Honours from the Institute of Holistic Nutrition as a Certified Nutritional Practitioner. I am also a certified Metabolic Balance Coach and am currently enrolled in the Culinary Nutritionist Expert Program.

Prior to studying osteopathy, I spent 18 years in Corporate Finance. I resigned from the role as a Director of Finance to pursue a career where I could make a personal difference to others in a quest for health.

I am also certified as an Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Clearing Work, and Tao Healing Hands Practitioner with a growing interest in trauma-informed work and Human Design (2/4 Emotional ManGen). In 2021 I became a Best Selling author, coauthoring the book Wounds to Wisdom.

I live in Newmarket with my two beautiful kids and puppy. I am generally active and love to play sports.

 

Erin Briggs

Registered Psychotherapist, DTATI

CRPO 2015

Professional Art Therapist , CATA, 2016

Clinical Traumatologist, Traumatology Institute, 2021

Post-Graduate Diploma, Art Therapy, Toronto Art Therapy Institute 2014

BFA, OCAD University 2010

Erin is a registered psychotherapist, Art Therapist and Clinical Traumatologist with over 8 years of experience integrating these practices with her clients to facilitate healing, psychoeducation and growth.

She is committed to meeting her clients where they are at in terms of their mental health in order to support the development of a strong therapeutic relationship, while recognizing the need for different styles of communication and processing. 

In addition to continuously working toward advancing her own expertise in the field of psychotherapy, Erin utilizes tools from multiple modalities such as art therapy, CBT, DBT, trauma-focused CBT, mindfulness practices and narrative therapy in order to guide those in need through their treatment and towards their goals.

Erin is currently accepting new patients 12 years of age and older and is able to facilitate in person and/or secure virtual appointments.

 

Bobbi-Jo Corbett

Registered Massage Therapist

Algonquin College 2018

Massage therapy is something I have always done, though it was not always a passion. Growing up on a farm you see many people get injured and keep working through it- someone has to feed the horses. As soon as my mom realized I could give pretty good massages, it became standard for me to massage her neck or back at bedtime. As I got older we didn’t do this as much and I forgot about the power of massage.

When it came time to choose a career I started looking into pharmacology and anaesthesiology. Neither one felt quite right, partly because I didn’t love the idea of doling out medications all the time and partly because I’m bad at math. Then I discovered the connection: I wanted to help people manage their pain, but I wanted to do it more naturally.

I graduated from the Massage Therapy program at Algonquin College in 2018 and have loved my profession ever since. My goal is to keep people doing what they love, helping them return to activity after injuries and surgeries. I love learning new techniques and have added cupping therapy, scar and post-surgical work, perinatal care, knowledge of the pelvic floor (and how it affects function), and some understanding of fascial lines. My style tends to be focused and goal-oriented with a deeper pressure though I am versatile and meet my patients where they are. I aim to provide a safe and inclusive space for all. I can’t wait to meet you and help you achieve your goals!

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16610 Bayview Ave Suite 213 Newmarket