Meet the Chaparral Chiropractic Team

Naturopath

Dr. Arnel Beaubrun, BSc., N.D.

Dr. Arnel Beaubrun, BSc., N.D. Dr. Arnel completed his Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine where he was awarded the Initiative Award and the Involvement Excellence Award for his contributions. Prior to studying naturopathic medicine, Dr. Arnel attended the University of Manitoba, where he received an undergraduate degree in Microbiology. Dr. Arnel co-founded the College’s annual Men’s Health Awareness Week, as well as the Sports Medicine Specialty Clinic.

His additional certification in personal training allows him to incorporate conditioning and weight management as an adjunct to therapy for athletes, rehabilitation and patients desiring to achieve optimal weight. Dr. Arnel is fully bilingual in French and English.

Dr. Arnel welcomes the opportunity to provide patients with an integrative health care approach. He is committed to helping his patients attain their health goals and vitality.

Registered Massage Therapists

Karla Nagy, R.M.T.

Karla Nagy, R.M.T. Karla Nagy was born in Regina, Saskatchewan and moved to Alberta in 1997. She spent a few years studying at Mount Royal College before deciding to study massage therapy. Karla completed the Massage Therapy program at Mount Royal College in September, 2000. After completing the program she took some time to travel, lived in New Castle, England and travelled through Europe. At the completion of her travels, Karla returned to Calgary and started her practice at the Calgary Center for Health. She relocated her practice to Chaparral Chiropractic in the Spring of 2003.

Karla recognizes the many benefits of massage therapy including its ability to decrease stress, increase circulation and mobility, rehabilitate injured muscles and boost the immune system. Massage helps both body and mind, improving overall well-being.

The work of a Massage Therapist is both physically and mentally challenging, that’s why it is extremely important for a therapist to also be good to themselves. Karla does this by doing the things she enjoys like reading, snowboarding, traveling, swimming, camping and spending time with friends and family.

Amanda Stewart, R.M.T.

Amanda Stewart, R.M.T. Amanda graduated from the Massage Therapy program at Mount Royal College (Calgary, Alberta) in 2001. She is a registered massage therapist and a member of the A.R.M.T.S. and A.M.T.W.P. Amanda continues to expand her knowledge of the body and has taken courses in Thai Massage, and CranioSacral Massage. She has just completed a 200 hour teacher training program with Hart Lazer and is a Yoga Teacher. Amanda specializes in deep therapeutic massage for relief of stress and discomfort. She routinely treats individuals with sports related injuries ,T.M.J., repetitive strain disorders, whiplash, headaches, migraines, sciatica, in addition to pre-natal clients. Treatment may include techniques such as Swedish massage, P.N.F., static pressure, and trigger point therapy. Amanda is an enthusiastic cyclist who is involved with environmental issues. She loves music, laughing and is an avid yoga student. Her dedication and enthusiasm towards health care is a definite asset to her clientele.

Amanda is available for appointments on Thursday and Fridays.

Liz Kerr, R.M.T.

Liz Kerr, R.M.T. Liz is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy 2200 hour program here in Calgary. She is a registered Massage Therapist with the Massage Therapy Association of Alberta. Liz believes that the stress reduction and injury prevention that are provided with Massage Therapy are a huge part of whole body wellness and active living. She treats with a variety of techniques which include Swedish massage, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy. Liz has continued to increase her knowledge with courses in Sport Massage and Nerve Mobilization.
Liz is originally from Vancouver Island and ventured to Calgary in 2005. In her free time she enjoys swimming, and coaching a Junior Lifegaurd Club, as well as getting out to the mountains and parks around Calgary.

Coach/Personal Trainer

Darcey Halvorsen, Coach/Personal Trainer

Many people in my life have influenced who I have become. First, I would like to thank my dad for being the “dreamer”; he gave me the ability to dream big. I would also like to thank my mom for her “determination”; she taught me the strength and determination necessary to go after my dreams. Finally, I am thankful to my wife for her “support”; without her support it would be nearly impossible to achieve my dreams.

My goal as a coach/personal trainer is to provide high-quality, innovative multi-sport/exercise training programs. I will work with each student individually to understand their personal goals and develop a personalized program. My focus will be creating a program that meets their needs in a safe, fun, and challenging environment. I am dedicated to helping people of all ages and abilities find the athlete within themselves.

I would like to tell you a little bit about how I found the athlete within myself and what triathlon means to me. My personal journey started when my dad, who had been a runner for years, told me he was going to run the 2002 Calgary Marathon. On race day my sister, mom and I went to cheer on and support dad. We gave him a hug, wished him luck, and watched him disappear into the crowd of people. Afterwards we went for breakfast and watched a movie, all the while joking that dad was still running! At the finish line, through his tears, Dad whispered in my ear, “now I want to run one with you”.

Those words changed my life forever. At first I thought the idea was crazy – I was an overweight smoker! The idea my dad planted that day took root and began to grow. I started running and my athletic journey began. After tremendous effort and training, I completed my first half marathon in Red Deer, Alberta, in 2002. I ran with my dad, and had an amazing time - I was hooked. After that accomplishment, I became focused on finishing a marathon with dad. In 2007, at the Calgary Marathon, our dreams came true and we completed the marathon together.

In addition, I have discovered a passion and love for the sport of triathlon. For me, triathlon is more of a lifestyle than a sport; this lifestyle has taught me how to find balance in my life. My dad has always told me that “it is a heck of ride if you don’t weaken”. Fitness, and in particular the triathlon lifestyle, gives me the strength to endure the ride. I believe that once you embrace personal fitness and/or the triathlon lifestyle, you will gain the strength and confidence to “TRI” anything!

Thank you for the opportunity to share my personal journey. If you would like to get to know me better, you will have to join me for a run; there’s no better way to get to know someone.

MY EXPERIENCE

Personal Training Certification
NCCP Certified Triathlon Coach
10 years of running experience; competing in 5km, 10km, ½ and Full Marathon distances
5 years of triathlon experience; competing in Sprint, Olympic, and ½ Ironman distances

Care Coordinators

Linda King - Care Coordinator

Welcome! I have been working as a Care-Coordinator in the Chiropractic field for quite some time, I am happy to be one of the first faces you see when you come into our health centre.

About me: I have three spectacular children which I adore, Shaun, Jaden and Danai. I enjoy the great outdoors, camping, painting, motor biking, singing in a band, gardening, the family cottage and being with family. I feel strongly about the pursuit of optimal health through a balance of physical, emotional and spiritual well being.

It is a great honour to serve you in this quest for wellness and I am committed to working with you in establishing a healthy lifestyle for you and your family.

Brooke Blackmore - Care Coordinator

Welcome to Chaparral Chiropractic: A Creating Wellness Centre!

My name is Brooke and I am a care coordinator here at the centre. I will be one of the first people you will meet while visiting us here. I have been working at Chaparral Chiropractic for just over a year.

I enjoy skiing, travelling, camping, exploring, and as always spending time with family and friends!

I look forward to meeting you and your family here at the centre….

Jane Berthiaume, RCH – Care Coordinator

Jane Berthiaume – Care Coordinator Jane is relatively new to the Calgary area moving here in December 2007 with her husband Tim and four children Natalie, Mike, Phillip and Nathan. Jane works part-time at the centre and also runs her own energy healing business called Twin Connection Energy Healing. She treats both animals and people and is trained in Healing Touch, PSYCH-K, Crystal Energy Healing, and is a Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist.

Jane enjoys camping, hiking, climbing, swimming, playing guitar, and Sunday dinners with family. When she isn’t busy following her children’s sporting events or music gigs she enjoys “date night” or having a leisurely breakfast at a local Calgary diner with her husband Tim.

To check out more about Jane click on this link to her website. www.twinconnectioneh.com