Julia is a dietitian candidate with a special interest in women’s health. With a background in Nutrition (Dietetics), she provides personalized, evidence-based support for digestive health, weight management, and overall wellness. Passionate about empowering women, Julia creates realistic, sustainable plans to help clients achieve lasting health benefits.

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Erin, a St. John’s native, grew up playing various sports, ultimately focusing on soccer. She competed both locally and nationally before joining the Memorial Seahawks Women’s Soccer Team during her university years.

In 2024, Erin earned a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University, having previously obtained an Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology (Co-op) from Memorial University in 2020. Her passion for sports drives her to work with athletes on fitness and performance, and she actively volunteers as a team trainer for a local Challenge Cup Soccer Team.

In her free time, Erin enjoys running, working out, travelling, and spending time with friends and family. She is dedicated to helping patients manage and improve their health and wellness, with a keen interest in pelvic health. Erin is eager to expand her expertise in this area at Higher State Wellness.

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Hayley is a Registered Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist and Certified Yoga Instructor on a mission to transform the practice of Pelvic Health by blending Pelvic Floor Therapy, Yoga, and wellness. Her passion for women and family health led to founding Higher State Health and Wellness Club, where she currently practices, teaches, and operates as Clinical Director.

Hayley obtained her Honours Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and Physiology and Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto. Hayley went on to complete advanced courses in perinatal care and dry needling. She found her niche working with women from conception to birth to help them prepare for labour and delivery as well as to restore function in their core and pelvic floor muscles after birth.

Hayley is passionate about knowledge translation and education in pelvic health. These passions have led to multiple philanthropic endeavours on behalf of women’s organizations, including operating for several years on the board of the Women’s Health Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Hayley is motivated to equip all of her clients with the knowledge and confidence to make the best decisions for their health, throughout all stages of life and motherhood, so they can always feel their best.

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Alexandrea Simmonds has been immersed in holistic healthcare from a young age. She holds dual diplomas in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Alberta College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Passionate about comprehensive care, Alex specializes in women’s health, reproductive wellness, chronic pain, sports injuries, digestive issues, and mental health. She has supported countless women throughout their health journeys, addressing everything from menstruation to menopause. Since beginning her practice in Alberta, Alex has helped patients enhance their well-being through personalized care and holistic treatments. She has also partnered with a sound healing practitioner to provide deeper healing experiences at various events.

Dedicated to lifelong learning, Alex has completed Module 1 of the Balance Method from Dr. Tan and Level 1 training in Heat Sensitive Moxibustion. She integrates a range of therapeutic techniques, including traditional acupuncture, fire cupping, gua sha, electrical stimulation, and auricular therapy.

Grateful for the opportunity to practice this healing art, Alex is committed to helping her patients achieve optimal health and well-being. She looks forward to guiding them on their journey to greater wellness.

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