
Meet the Team

Founder, Client Care Coordinator, Acupuncturist & Reiki Practitioner
Dr. Jordan Allard-Ness
Jordan is a Registered Acupuncturist and Usui Holy Fire Reiki Practitioner Levels 1 & 2. Compassionate in her work, she believes that the mind, body and spirit go at hand and that true, lasting change can occur when the emotional, physical and mental well-being are in harmony. We are all unique, intrinsic human beings. Therefore looking at all elements pertaining to your story are vital in managing ones 'dis-ease'. Constitution, upbringing, lifestyle, diet, nutrition, exercise, generational history, relationships, spiritual beliefs or developments, etc. have all made the person you are to this day; for that reason, need to be addressed!
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Jordan is determined in finding the root cause of 'dis'ease' through multiple avenues of healing. In her belief that growth, healing and comfort DO NOT co-exist - Jordan's job is to support you through that journey and initiate healing from within!
Jordan strives to manifest a safe, gentle, therapeutic and conscious environment for those who are ready to begin their healing journey. Holding a safe space to work through the 'heavy stuff' with more ease; while incorporating diverse healing modalities.

Administrator, Front End Staff & Life Savor
Charlene Harden
Char is our call taker, and front Administrator. She is the savior of all things in office and helping hands in all the ways, including baby holding!
Char has been with us for over 1 year. Being Grammy Char to two littles she loves to be with her family and friends outside of the office and is always up for all challenges.

Registered Massage Therapist
Kiara Swap
Born and raised in Drayton, Kiara lives on an acreage with her fiancé and 4 amazing kiddos. She loves learning in all realms with a deep passion and interest with the body, how it works & ways to support it.
Kiara holds a Registered Massage Therapist with plans to expand her education in the coming year with new techniques and ways to further support her clients.
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She is a fixer at heart, always thinking of the “why”, and loves getting to the root causes of ailments. She looks forward to supporting YOUR healing journey!
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Registered Acupuncturist &
Cosmetic Acupuncturist
Dr. Laura Meadwell
Laura recently graduated from the Acupuncture program at MacEwan University, and is excited to dive into her career. She has a background of biological sciences before finding her passion in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine.
Laura believes in working on all facets of health in order to become the best possible version of oneself. She has taken an interest in women’s health, digestive health and musculoskeletal pain. Laura has a passion for helping others, and loves to see her patient’s thrive with the help of acupuncture, but believes that healing must come from within. She is a proponent for collaboration when it comes to acupuncture treatments, as the patient knows their own body best.
She wants to help facilitate healing from within and allow patients to grow at their own pace, while feeling supported and motivated each step of the way. With a holistic view in mind, she believes that one must work on all aspects of life, not just physical health, to reach their true potential

Massage Therapist
Charity Harris
Being in the beauty industry for over 10 years as a full Aesthetician, Charity took a 13 year break to drive trucks.
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As her body began with discomfort, she then ventured into the wellness industry in hopes to help people through Massage Therapy. Her niche in Massaging are both Deep Tissue and Swedish/Hot Stone Massages. In becoming an RMT, she has enjoyed watching her clients heal and constantly improve within her treatments!

RN, IV Hydration Therapist
Kristen Snow
Ask about our private functions and other locations at
ivyhydrationandwellnesscompany@gmail.com
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Certified Master Pedicurist & Podologist
Christa Barembruch
Christa is the owner and sole operator of Footprints Wellness Pedicure. Her journey into health and wellness began 20 years ago. She has spent the past two decades in healthcare working as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Wanting to broaden her knowledge and skills she became a CMP, with Advanced Pedicure Training from the North American School of Podology. She is currently working towards getting all her credentials to become a Podologist.
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Christa was born and raised in small town Saskatchewan (Macrorie). She graduated from the College of Agriculture, Diploma Program in 1999. After working for a while decided Healthcare was her calling, and graduated from Medicine Hat College Physical Therapist Assistant Program in 2003. Christa moved to Drayton Valley in 2006 where she and her spouse, Adam currently call home. They have a fur child Jasper, a Westie.
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Christa will be providing an elevated level of service that you as client will love, as she truly enjoys what she does and believes in supporting her clients in ALL complex footcare needs
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Clinical Herbalist
Nicole Johnsen
Nicole is a Registered Clinical Herbalist whose work is based on the philosophy that the body has an innate healing capacity, providing the mind, body, and spirit are in harmony; believing that the body strives to reach a place of homeostasis. Nicole adopts a practice based on a Functional Herbal Therapy approach, addressing the root cause of dis-ease by utilizing a systems-oriented approach.
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Nicole has completed the Pre-Medicine program at Red Deer College and is a graduate of the Four-Year Clinical Herbal Therapist program from North America’s oldest school of Herbal Medicine, Dominion Herbal College.
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Nicole is a professional member with the Alberta Herbalists Association, of which she is also a Board Member, seeking to promote and protect the use of Herbal Medicine within our province and country.
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“The goal of my clinical practice is to educate, motivate and support others on their unique journey towards optimal health and well-being—body, mind & soul.”

Chiropractor
Dr. Jordan Kelso
Dr. Jordan graduated Summa Cum Laude and Valedictorian of his class from Palmer College of Chiropractic. Prior to attending Palmer, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Lethbridge. Dr. Jordan is proficient in a variety of techniques that he utilizes in patient care and continues to expand his knowledge through continuing education seminars.
Dr. Jordan’s goal as a chiropractor is to address musculoskeletal injuries or imbalances that prevent individuals from living their life to the fullest. Through the identification and treatment of biomechanical issues, his patients gain the opportunity to live a pain free, active lifestyle. Dr. Jordan enjoys working with patients of all ages and using a natural approach to help them achieve an overall state of well-being. His typical style of treatment includes manual adjustments with soft tissue therapy, stretching, kinesio taping, and education incorporated into patient care.