Kyle was born May 16th, 1991 and grew up in Kamloops before moving to Calgary where he completed the 2200 hour Massage Therapy Diploma from Mount Royal University in 2019. After graduating, Kyle worked at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Spa and one year later started at a clinic in Calgary. Then after completing the difficult process of transferring his RMT credential from Alberta to BC he moved to Kelowna in the spring of 2022 and has been working at Balance Point Acupuncture ever since.

As an RMT who understands how trauma, thoughts and beliefs increase the sensitivity of the nervous system and result in increased pain and tension, Kyle strives to create a calming, safe and judgment free space where his clients can relax and discuss anything. With the desire to deepen this understanding and positively impact his clients he has taken a number of additional courses. These include Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and most recently Pain Reprocessing Therapy.

Pain Reprocessing Therapy is a new highly effective way to treat chronic pain that was used in the Bolder Back Pain Study completed at Colorado University in 2018. It showed that misfiring neural pathways is what caused pain to become chronic and not structural issues in the people selected. In this study 66% of patients were pain free or nearly pain free and 98% had significant improvements after 8 PRT sessions over 1 month. With most results being stable at a one year follow up. The methods used in PRT work to correct these neural pathways by educating clients on what pain is, how the signals get mistaken and gathering both circumstantial and experiential proof that rewires the danger the brain places on these signals.

Kyle’s massage treatments are a unique blend of clinical massage, educational conversation and effective homecare with a touch of spa elements. Such as a hot towel and using a heated neck pillow to help relieve your neck tension. When it comes to pressure, Kyle prefers to find a happy medium that is enough to be effective while still being relaxing. However he is 6’2” and has been rock climbing for 17 years so if you want more pressure all you need to do is ask. Kyle has also had a number of physical issues himself including knee pain, back pain, shoulder dislocations, and forearm pain. After healing his own pain issues he gained even more understanding of the body and an ability to better relate to how hard it is to be limited by pain.

So if you’re looking for a uniquely relaxing and therapeutic treatment from a positive and understanding RMT that is customized to your preferences and goals Kyle is the RMT for you.

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Travis Irmen RMT graduated the 3000- hour Massage Therapy program from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2013 and has since practiced in both Winfield and Kelowna.

Travis prefers to guide the body back to optimal alignment and balance by using Myofascial Release, Craniosacral Therapy and a wide range of musculoskeletal techniques. He combines these modalities into a truly customized recipe in order to meet every patients’ unique needs. He believes that “treatment doesn’t have to hurt to work” and uses his hands to feel exactly what the tissue needs before moving into lighter or deeper modalities.

Since graduating from OVCMT, he has expanded his knowledge in Biodynamic Cranial Sacral Therapy; a two- year training of cross- disciplinary studies in embryology, neurology, attachment psychology, and Trauma Processing, as well as traditional anatomy and holistic somatics.

His patients appreciate his gentle, contagiously positive attitude and ease of knowledge in the health field, his ability to listen to their needs and provide safe, effective treatment and home care.

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Hailey McCloskey graduated from Okanagan Valley School of Massage Therapy in July 2022, and is excited to be joining the team at Balance Point. She comes to the practice of massage therapy with a lifelong passion for holistic health. Hailey enjoys using a variety of different techniques like Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular techniques, and Swedish Massage to work with clients on their road to enhanced mobility and recovery from injury and pain. Hailey received formal training at the School of Toronto Dance Theatre and the University of British Columbia (B.A. Majoring in Anthropology). She relocated to Kelowna in 2020 after a career as a professional dance artist, primarily working in social and community engagement. In her time as a dance artist, she trained in movement modalities such as developmental movement patterning (Body Mind Centering), contact improvisation, and yoga. She allows these practices to inform a client centered practice of care, with a creative and compassionate approach to dealing with pain. In her free time, Hailey still loves to dance as well as hike, cycle, swim, and write.

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Dr Travis McIndoe (DTCM) is both an acupuncturist and master herbalist. He has received a Masters degree in acupuncture with a special focus in the treatment of pain from Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the #1 ranked Chinese medicine university in China. He has lived in Asia for over ten years and has received advanced training in Taiwan and China in treating pain, infertility, depression, and many other conditions. He has obtained certificates from Zhe Zhang University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine and and the Taiwan International Medical Training Center in Taipei. Travis has also interned as an acupuncturist at Taipei Hospital, Nanjing University Hospital, and Zhe Jiang University hospital. He has studied acupuncture with and been taught by some of the top acupuncturists from China, Taiwan, and North America learning powerful techniques capable of producing dramatic results in short periods of time. He has traveled great distances from Sri Lanka to China to Costa Rica to learn from the most renown acupuncturists and clinical herbalists, spending time with them and interning in their clinics. Travis received both Acupuncture and Master Herbalist diplomas from the Alberta College of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.

Dr Travis McIndoe (DTCM) is both an acupuncturist and master herbalist. He has received a Masters... Read More

Yin Wei Wu (Vivi Wu) was born in Taiwan and grew up in a Chinese medicine culture where she experienced so many successful cases treated by this old and acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. Yin Wei earned both Acupuncture and Master herbalist diplomas from ACATCM, a satellite school of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. She has learned advanced treatment techniques for chronic conditions in Taiwan and China, also received certificates from both Zhe Zhang University of Chinese Medicine and the Taiwan International Medical Training Centre.

Vivi has apprenticed with some of Taiwan’s top acupuncturists and herbalists. She is a registered acupuncturist with the College of Traditional Chinese Medical Practitioners of British Columbia and is in the process of attaining ABORM (American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine) certification specializing in the use of acupuncture and Chinese medicine in the treatment of infertility and women’s health issues. Yin Wei looks forward to using natural healing to help you and your loved ones with your health concerns in this beautiful Okanagan Valley.

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Alex Nielson graduated from the First College Registered Massage Therapy program in 2025. She brings a calm, patient-centred approach to care and is dedicated to helping clients feel supported, comfortable, and more at ease in their bodies.

Alex enjoys working with a variety of techniques, including myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and Swedish massage. Her treatments are tailored to each individual’s needs, whether the focus is pain relief, stress reduction, improved movement, or restorative relaxation. She may also incorporate guided breathing, gentle stretching, and simple homecare suggestions to support ongoing progress.

Outside of the clinic, Alex enjoys reading, travelling, and spending time outdoors hiking, biking, skiing, and paddleboarding. These interests inform her understanding of movement and well-being and support her belief in a thoughtful, connected approach to healing and the body.

Alex Nielson graduated from the First College Registered Massage Therapy program in 2025. She bri... Read More

Bryenna Pinske is a Manual Osteopathic Therapist and Kinesiologist based in Kelowna. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Kinetics from UBC Okanagan (2016) and has worked in rehabilitation since, including roles in occupational rehab, long-term disability, ICBC, and private care. Her experience spans orthopaedic injuries, post-surgical recovery, and chronic pain management.

In 2023, Bryenna graduated with Honours with Distinction from the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada. She is a member of the Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association, which offers extended health coverage through many providers.

Her training includes Osteoarticulation, Advanced Myofascial Release, Craniosacral Therapy, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, and Visceral Manipulations. She offers dedicated craniosacral therapy sessions and is working toward specialization in this gentle, restorative technique. Bryenna treats a wide range of conditions including musculoskeletal and soft tissue injuries, headaches, post-concussion and post-COVID recovery, fibromyalgia, gastrointestinal issues, and pelvic concerns such as menstrual pain or amenorrhea.

Outside the clinic, she enjoys paddleboarding, hiking, snowshoeing, and spending time with her two dogs. Bryenna is passionate about helping clients move toward a healthier, more balanced body through a holistic, hands-on approach to healing.

Bryenna Pinske is a Manual Osteopathic Therapist and Kinesiologist based in Kelowna. She holds a ... Read More

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May graduated from the Calgary College of TCM and Acupuncture in 2018. She has a passion for helping people and witnessing the improved quality of life of her clients. She believes in cultivating ultimate coherence in mind, body and soul which is emphasized in her treatments. Her experience in acupuncture ranges from treating musculoskeletal pain, chronic pain, insomnia, anxiety, gynecologicals and infertility issues, menopausal management, post- traumatic recovery, digestive disorders, fatigue, and facial rejuvenation. As a certified yoga instructor, she offers expertise in yoga therapy and meditation coaching and has found these to be essential components for health. She integrates these practices of body and mind awareness to facilitate accelerated recovery for her clients. She is constantly striving to expand her knowledge and life experiences to better serve her clients and is ecstatic to be joining the Balance Point team.

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Raised in southern Ontario, John moved to the beautiful Okanagan Valley in 2016. His love of problem solving and curiosity about the way things work naturally led to an interest in health and the human body. Deciding to turn this passion into a career, he attended and graduated from the 3000-hour program at the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy.

John considers it a privilege to be a part of his clients’ journey toward wellness. He takes a holistic approach, understanding that all systems play a role in both the experience of pain and dysfunction, and in the process of healing. He believes in the innate healing ability of every body, and he tailors his treatments to the needs and goals of his clients with the intention of facilitating this healing state.

John uses a variety of massage modalities, preferring to use gentler techniques that promote relaxation and tension release in joints and tissues while encouraging movement and a deepened body awareness.

Outside the clinic, John can usually be found enjoying the outdoors or practicing one of his many musical instruments.

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Evelyn is a Registered Massage Therapist practicing in the Okanagan region since 2018. Her approach integrates advanced manual therapy techniques with a strong foundation in anatomy and physiology. She has pursued extensive post-graduate education and continues to enjoy expanding her knowledge and clinical skills, reflecting her passion for lifelong learning. She works with individuals of all ages and stages of life.

Patients are encouraged to wear flexible clothing to allow for a full-body assessment and individualized treatment, which typically does not involve oil. Evelyn’s treatments are tailored to each person individually, guided by her findings and clinical expertise.

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Donglin is graduated from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy (OVCMT), and became an Registered Massage Therapist in 2025. His journey into massage therapy was inspired by his background as a professional athlete, where he experienced firsthand the essential role of sports massage in maintaining health, supporting training, and ensuring peak performance. This practical experience, combined with his foundational studies in pedagogy from Tianjin Sports University, gives him a unique and empathetic understanding of the body and the client-therapist relationship. Donglin integrates his training and knowledge of Western techniques with the basic principles from living experiences of Traditional Chinese Medicine, believing firmly in massage as a natural and powerful method to maintain and improve overall health. He is providing massage to varied populations, including maternity, geriatrics, sports/ active living, and clients with workplace injuries, delivering evidence-based treatments including myofascial release, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, joint mobilizations, hydrotherapy, as well as Swedish relaxation massage. Fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese, Donglin is committed to ensuring a comfortable and practical therapeutic experience for all his clients. In Donglin’s free time, he likes reading, cooking for families and playing Traditional Chinese Chess.

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