Karen Menshik:
Relevant Experience:
Clinical work experience with clients:
Professional capabilities:
Program Developer / Facilitator, Massage Therapist, Corporate Wellness Coordinator
Master Certification Kinesiology and Complementary Therapies which is comprised of:
Massage Therapy:
Education:
1990 - Advanced Massage Therapy - Grant MacEwan Community College
1994 - Massage Therapy Advance Techniques, Body Movement, PNF stretches, Hydrotherapy
- Grant MacEwan Community College
Course Descriptions:
Clinical Assessment & Treatment Planning, Sports Massage, Swedish Massage Techniques,
Hydrotherapy, Deep Massage Techniques, Remedial Exercise, Trigger Point Therapy,
Pregnancy Massage, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation and Kinesiology (Level 4 TFH)
Mediation:
Education:
1997 Alberta Arbitration and Mediation Society Grant MacEwan Community College
Course Description:
Alternatives in Dispute Resolution, Critical Skills for Communication, Resolving Interpersonal
Conflict (Level 1)
Hypnotherapy:
Education:
1997 Master Hypnotist and Clinical Hypnotist 1999 Masters In Hypnosis, Kinesiology and
Complementary therapies
Course Description:
Self Hypnosis, Hypnotherapy Principal and Practice, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Professional
Hypnotism, Critical Incident Stress Syndrome (advanced training for professional therapists)
Organizational Behavior
Education:
1998 Metro Continuing Education
Course Description:
Focus on personal, interpersonal and group
dynamics in business. You will gain an
understanding of motivational practices, employee
involvement and organizational culture.
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT):
2007 - 3 Levels of EFT
Course Description:
Level 1 Introduction to EFT - targets unresolved emotional issues and the potential blocks to
Vibrant Health and Well Being.
Level 2 Expand your effectiveness with EFT - advanced processes and ingenious word
patterns for leveraging techniques: Palace of Possibilities, Working by Telephone,
Psychological Reversal, ‘The Tearless Trauma Technique’, ‘Chasing the Pain’, and ‘Sneaking
up on the Problem’
Level 3 Art of Delivery - covers reframing, sophisticated ways of using your intuition, advanced
language patterns, important areas of refinement, the chance to discuss difficult cases, and
how to use humor and lightness.
Reflexology:
Education:
1998 Reflexology (Level 1)Touch Point Institute Vancouver. BC
Course Description:
Balancing the reflexes on the hands, feet, ears, face and body
Meditation:
Education:
2000 Certified Meditation Instructor Willpower Institute Bangkok Thailand and Canada
Course Description:
Meditation for Self-Mastery, Increasing Mind Power
Exercise Theory:
Education:
2011 AFLCA Course topics include: anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and
conditioning, nutrition, leadership and health and fitness.
Resistance Training:
Education:
2011 AFLCA Course topics include: techniques and precautions, exercise analysis, design,
anatomy program design, specialty background, safety considerations, training methods,
nutrition and drugs and resistance training with women, older adults and youth.
Stretch Training:
Education:
2011, Chigaco USA, Active Isolated Stretching (A.I.S.): The Mattes Method
Course Description:
Obstacles to Optimal Flexibility, Benefits of Stretching, A.I.S. Principles, Fascia Embryology,
Fascia and Well-being, Fascia and Autonomic Nervous System, Physical Properties of
Connected Tissue, Centre of Gravity, Fascia Muscle and Balance, Emotional Memory, Muscle
Memory, Physiologic Warm-up and Cool Down Periods, Athletic Performance, Benefits of an
Optimal Flexibility Program
Advanced Stretch Training:
Education:
2012, Sarasota, Florida USA, Active Isolated Stretching (A.I.S.): The Mattes Method
Course Description:
Detailed approaches to each muscle surrounding a joint, various indications and
contraindications related to diseases, injuries, joint replacements, osteoporosis and aging
factors. Carpal tunnel, thoracic outlet, tendonitis, arthritis, fibromyalgia, back problems,
neuropathy and various sports medicine considerations were discussed and demonstrated.
Professional Associations
Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) - Member since 1991
Work Experience:
Present:
Owner and Manager of Health for Success, Established 1990
Massage Therapist/Workshop facilitator
Developing and Implementing Injury Prevention and Wellness Corporate Programs
2010-2011 Currently operating HFS, developing and implementing stretching programs
corporations and the general public.
2004-2010 Dr.Scott Vanderleest & Dr.Galsa Chiropractic Clinic
2003-2007 Metro Community College - Teacher (Personal Wellness)
2003 Conducted independent Meditation Classes plus contracted to YMCA
2002 Developed and Conducted independent Seniors Wellness Classes
2001 Developed and Conducted independent Couples Prenatal Classes
2000 Associate Member / Massage Therapist - Fitness Network
1998-2000 Developed/Conducted Relaxation Workshops for Kerstin Flanagan Midwife
1991-1995 Massage Therapist / Workshop Facilitator - Jamie Platz YMCA
1994 Dr. Galsa- Chiropractic Clinic - Worked on referral and on-call basis
1994 Developed and Conducted Baby Massage Course - YMCA
1993-1994 Developed and Conducted Couples Massage Course - YMCA
1992-1994 Massage Therapist - Dr. Dan Martin Chiropractic Clinic
Media Coverage:
1997 A-Channel: interview on massage therapy for trauma
1997 A-Channel: Guest speaker on hypnotherapy
Community Service:
2009-2011 Concept Homes Fundraiser for Good Neighbour Fund
2005 Masters Game Edmonton
2003 MS Bike Tour – volunteer massage therapist
2003 Pamco – educational presentation and demonstration on massage and wellness
2002 Western and Nationals Water ski Championship – massage for skiers
2001 Assist Community Services – education and presentation on meditation
1998 Western Water-ski Championship – massage for skiers
1998 Youville Nursing Home – massage instruction and educational presentation
1997 Capital Health Services – educational presentation regarding benefits of massage;
demo of chair massage and guided meditation
1996 Epilepsy Foundation – educational presentation to staff and members
1994 Corporate Challenge – community event for corporations – volunteer therapist
1993 Liver Foundation – organized massage therapists for fund raiser
1991 McConnell Place West – massage for staff
1999-1993 MS Bike Tour – volunteer massage therapist
Relevant Experience:
- Owned and operated own business since 1990.
- 22 years of experience in therapeutic massage and complementary therapies.
- Continual work in conjunction with corporations, fitness trainers, doctors, chiropractors
as well as other professionals - Experience with many corporate clients - Listed below, past to present:
- Air Canada Project / Fitness Network
- Aon Reed Stenhouse
- Norwood Seniors Home
- Down Hill Riders
- Lake Louise Inn
- Foot Solutions
- Wayne Taylor Financial
- YMCA
- Nait
- Associated Engineering
- Focus on You
- Riverbend Athletic Club
- Lehigh Cement
Clinical work experience with clients:
- Injury Prevention RSI
- MSD Musculosketetal
- Injuries traumas
- Post traumatic stress disorder
- Pain management
- Emotional stress release
- Smoking cessation
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Addictions / habit disorders
- Goal orientation
- Learning enhancement / comprehension
- Confidence / self-esteem
Professional capabilities:
Program Developer / Facilitator, Massage Therapist, Corporate Wellness Coordinator
Master Certification Kinesiology and Complementary Therapies which is comprised of:
- Advanced Massage Therapy Massage Therapist
- Mediation
- Clinical Hypnotherapist and Master Hypnotist
- Reflexologist
- Kinesiology (TFH)
Massage Therapy:
Education:
1990 - Advanced Massage Therapy - Grant MacEwan Community College
1994 - Massage Therapy Advance Techniques, Body Movement, PNF stretches, Hydrotherapy
- Grant MacEwan Community College
Course Descriptions:
Clinical Assessment & Treatment Planning, Sports Massage, Swedish Massage Techniques,
Hydrotherapy, Deep Massage Techniques, Remedial Exercise, Trigger Point Therapy,
Pregnancy Massage, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation and Kinesiology (Level 4 TFH)
Mediation:
Education:
1997 Alberta Arbitration and Mediation Society Grant MacEwan Community College
Course Description:
Alternatives in Dispute Resolution, Critical Skills for Communication, Resolving Interpersonal
Conflict (Level 1)
Hypnotherapy:
Education:
1997 Master Hypnotist and Clinical Hypnotist 1999 Masters In Hypnosis, Kinesiology and
Complementary therapies
Course Description:
Self Hypnosis, Hypnotherapy Principal and Practice, Clinical Hypnotherapy, Professional
Hypnotism, Critical Incident Stress Syndrome (advanced training for professional therapists)
Organizational Behavior
Education:
1998 Metro Continuing Education
Course Description:
Focus on personal, interpersonal and group
dynamics in business. You will gain an
understanding of motivational practices, employee
involvement and organizational culture.
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT):
2007 - 3 Levels of EFT
Course Description:
Level 1 Introduction to EFT - targets unresolved emotional issues and the potential blocks to
Vibrant Health and Well Being.
Level 2 Expand your effectiveness with EFT - advanced processes and ingenious word
patterns for leveraging techniques: Palace of Possibilities, Working by Telephone,
Psychological Reversal, ‘The Tearless Trauma Technique’, ‘Chasing the Pain’, and ‘Sneaking
up on the Problem’
Level 3 Art of Delivery - covers reframing, sophisticated ways of using your intuition, advanced
language patterns, important areas of refinement, the chance to discuss difficult cases, and
how to use humor and lightness.
Reflexology:
Education:
1998 Reflexology (Level 1)Touch Point Institute Vancouver. BC
Course Description:
Balancing the reflexes on the hands, feet, ears, face and body
Meditation:
Education:
2000 Certified Meditation Instructor Willpower Institute Bangkok Thailand and Canada
Course Description:
Meditation for Self-Mastery, Increasing Mind Power
Exercise Theory:
Education:
2011 AFLCA Course topics include: anatomy, physiology, movement mechanics, training and
conditioning, nutrition, leadership and health and fitness.
Resistance Training:
Education:
2011 AFLCA Course topics include: techniques and precautions, exercise analysis, design,
anatomy program design, specialty background, safety considerations, training methods,
nutrition and drugs and resistance training with women, older adults and youth.
Stretch Training:
Education:
2011, Chigaco USA, Active Isolated Stretching (A.I.S.): The Mattes Method
Course Description:
Obstacles to Optimal Flexibility, Benefits of Stretching, A.I.S. Principles, Fascia Embryology,
Fascia and Well-being, Fascia and Autonomic Nervous System, Physical Properties of
Connected Tissue, Centre of Gravity, Fascia Muscle and Balance, Emotional Memory, Muscle
Memory, Physiologic Warm-up and Cool Down Periods, Athletic Performance, Benefits of an
Optimal Flexibility Program
Advanced Stretch Training:
Education:
2012, Sarasota, Florida USA, Active Isolated Stretching (A.I.S.): The Mattes Method
Course Description:
Detailed approaches to each muscle surrounding a joint, various indications and
contraindications related to diseases, injuries, joint replacements, osteoporosis and aging
factors. Carpal tunnel, thoracic outlet, tendonitis, arthritis, fibromyalgia, back problems,
neuropathy and various sports medicine considerations were discussed and demonstrated.
Professional Associations
Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) - Member since 1991
Work Experience:
Present:
Owner and Manager of Health for Success, Established 1990
Massage Therapist/Workshop facilitator
Developing and Implementing Injury Prevention and Wellness Corporate Programs
2010-2011 Currently operating HFS, developing and implementing stretching programs
corporations and the general public.
2004-2010 Dr.Scott Vanderleest & Dr.Galsa Chiropractic Clinic
2003-2007 Metro Community College - Teacher (Personal Wellness)
2003 Conducted independent Meditation Classes plus contracted to YMCA
2002 Developed and Conducted independent Seniors Wellness Classes
2001 Developed and Conducted independent Couples Prenatal Classes
2000 Associate Member / Massage Therapist - Fitness Network
1998-2000 Developed/Conducted Relaxation Workshops for Kerstin Flanagan Midwife
1991-1995 Massage Therapist / Workshop Facilitator - Jamie Platz YMCA
1994 Dr. Galsa- Chiropractic Clinic - Worked on referral and on-call basis
1994 Developed and Conducted Baby Massage Course - YMCA
1993-1994 Developed and Conducted Couples Massage Course - YMCA
1992-1994 Massage Therapist - Dr. Dan Martin Chiropractic Clinic
Media Coverage:
1997 A-Channel: interview on massage therapy for trauma
1997 A-Channel: Guest speaker on hypnotherapy
Community Service:
2009-2011 Concept Homes Fundraiser for Good Neighbour Fund
2005 Masters Game Edmonton
2003 MS Bike Tour – volunteer massage therapist
2003 Pamco – educational presentation and demonstration on massage and wellness
2002 Western and Nationals Water ski Championship – massage for skiers
2001 Assist Community Services – education and presentation on meditation
1998 Western Water-ski Championship – massage for skiers
1998 Youville Nursing Home – massage instruction and educational presentation
1997 Capital Health Services – educational presentation regarding benefits of massage;
demo of chair massage and guided meditation
1996 Epilepsy Foundation – educational presentation to staff and members
1994 Corporate Challenge – community event for corporations – volunteer therapist
1993 Liver Foundation – organized massage therapists for fund raiser
1991 McConnell Place West – massage for staff
1999-1993 MS Bike Tour – volunteer massage therapist
