Dr. Steve completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, BC. He graduated with distinction, and also received certificates in Applied Human Nutrition and Health and Fitness Studies. He then packed up and headed east to pursue his chiropractic education at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, ON. Dr. Steve graduated with summa cum laude and clinical honours, achieving the highest academic standing in his class over the four year program. He received numerous awards for both his academic and practical achievements.

Dr. Steve has completed full body certifications in both Active Release Techniques® and Graston Technique®. He was a longstanding Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association® (NSCA). He is also a provider member for the Exercise is Medicine Canada professional network. Previously, he taught at the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy (OVCMT) in the areas of musculoskeletal anatomy, biomechanics and kinesiology. He is currently on the OVCMT Program Advisory Committee.

Dr. Steve has a special interest in the management of sport-related concussions, sports and running injuries as well as non-operative treatment approaches for lumbar spinal stenosis. He has worked with many professional and elite level athletes, but enjoys the variety of a well-rounded family practice.

Chiropractic has inspired Dr. Steve to work with patients to identify the underlying cause of their condition, and to help provide strategies for effective self-management. He strives to empower patients to become active participants in their own care, and loves helping people achieve their personal health or performance goals. Dr. Steve feels that a collaborative, patient-centred approach is in your best interest and he strives to work with other health care professionals.

After years in the big city, Dr. Steve is happy to get back to his small town roots. Born and raised in Grand Forks, BC, he is very excited to now call Vernon home. When not in the clinic, you will find him on the trails running or mountain biking. And, if there’s snow on the ground, chances are he will be strapped into skis or a snowboard. These days he also has the pleasure of getting up way too early each morning and trying to keep up with his young daughter during all of life’s little adventures!

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Jessica Jones is a Registered Massage Therapist who takes a whole-person approach to care, recognizing the connection between the body, nervous system, and overall well-being. Her treatments blend therapeutic and deep tissue massage, myofascial release, Cellular Matrix Repatterning (CMR), breathwork, and somatic approaches, creating individualized treatment plans that support each client’s unique goals. Through evidence-informed manual therapy and an approach that honors the body’s innate capacity to heal, Jessica aims to reduce pain, restore movement, and promote lasting well-being.

Jessica works with clients of all ages and activity levels, supporting those recovering from sports injuries, acute and chronic pain, stress-related tension, postural dysfunction, pregnancy, and nervous system dysregulation. She has a particular interest in the relationship between chronic pain, the nervous system, and emotional well-being, and strives to provide a compassionate, trauma-informed space where clients feel safe, heard, and supported throughout their healing journey.

In addition to her clinic practice, Jessica also offers mobile massage services throughout the Vernon area.

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Dr. Laura McPherson is a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) with a focus on family care. Dr. Laura has experience working with infants, children, pregnancy related conditions, and athletes of all levels. Dr. Laura completed her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Alberta prior to graduating with clinical honours from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto. Dr. Laura incorporates techniques like Active Release Technique®, Graston Technique®, Kinesio Taping®, Functional Neurodynamics, Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization, and different manual techniques into her treatments.

Chiropractic has inspired Dr. Laura to work with people of all ages to reach their optimal health, function, and performance. She prides herself on her ability to listen and relate to her patients, working with them to reach their personal goals.

Dr. Laura is certified in the Webster Technique and has her Paediatric Certification of Proficiency through the International Chiropractic Paediatric Association. Dr. Laura continues to take courses in gross motor development, paediatric care, tethered oral tissue (lip and tongue tie) and infant feeding support. She has a passion for working with pregnancy and postnatal care and neuromusculoskeletal care for infants and children.

Dr. Laura is a long time competitive and recreational athlete who enjoys swimming, hiking, biking, running, snowboarding, ultimate Frisbee, and fitness training.

Raised in Grande Cache, Alberta, Dr. Laura is grateful to be living in Vernon and exploring the area with her husband, her two young children and her two energetic pups.

Dr. Laura McPherson is a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) with a focus on family care. Dr. Laura has e... Read More

Julie will be starting her maternity leave in early August 2026 and plans to return to the clinic in September 2027. During her leave, please book your massage treatments with Jessica.

Julie graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Outdoor Adventure and Tourism in 2012. She spent several years guiding outdoor adventures, from sea kayaking to hiking. With her passion for an active lifestyle and a desire to better understand human anatomy and movement, she completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2018 before pursuing a career as a Registered Massage Therapist. Julie graduated from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2020.

Passionate about health and self-care, Julie strives to provide personalized massage treatments that help alleviate pain and improve quality of life. She incorporates a variety of techniques, including trigger point therapy, myofascial release, deep tissue massage, and orthopedic assessment, to create individualized treatment plans and achieve each patient’s goals. Drawing on her yoga training, she also integrates breathwork to help regulate the nervous system and promote longer-lasting treatment benefits. Committed to ongoing professional development, Julie is excited to offer Dr. Vodder’s Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) to further support her patients’ health and recovery.

In her free time, Julie can usually be found in the mountains hiking, skiing, or mountain biking. When she’s not outdoors, she enjoys spending time in her garden with friends, family, and her four chickens.

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