Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Alternative Medicine Provider in Mississauga
Pura Vida Family Health Centre has been dedicated to holistic wellness since 2008, offering a comprehensive range of alternative healthcare services. Our team of experienced practitioners includes osteopathic manual therapists, registered massage therapists, and naturopathic doctors, each bringing decades of expertise to personalized patient care. We specialize in treating infants, children, and adults with evidence-based techniques, including manual osteopathy, acupuncture, and hypopressive exercises. Our commitment to continuous education ensures our team stays at the forefront of innovative treatments, such as pelvic health therapy and scar tissue rehabilitation. We prioritize collaborative care, combining multidisciplinary approaches to address individual health needs effectively.With a focus on natural healing modalities, we empower patients to achieve optimal physical and mental well-being. Our clinic maintains strict professional standards through affiliations with institutions like the Canadian College of Osteopathy and the College of Naturopaths of Ontario. We offer flexible booking options and prioritize patient education to support long-term health outcomes. Our facility in Mississauga serves as a trusted hub for integrative healthcare, emphasizing patient comfort and holistic recovery. Through decades of combined clinical experience, we remain committed to advancing alternative medicine practices while maintaining a patient-centered approach.
Services
Manual Osteopathy
Massage Therapy
Naturopathic Medicine
Hypopressive Classes
Physiotherapy
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have practitioners with over 20 years of experience in manual therapy
- Our team includes certified pediatric osteopathy specialists
- We combine multidisciplinary approaches for comprehensive care
- Our practitioners maintain affiliations with leading medical institutions
- We offer evidence-based treatments validated through clinical research
Services
Manual Osteopathy
Manual osteopathy addresses musculoskeletal issues through hands-on techniques. Our practitioners treat patients of all ages, specializing in infant care and pelvic health. This non-invasive approach improves mobility and alleviates pain through targeted manipulation.
Massage Therapy
Registered massage therapy combines traditional and modern techniques for pain relief and rehabilitation. We offer prenatal, sports injury, and scar tissue treatments. Sessions promote circulation, reduce inflammation, and enhance overall wellness through customized approaches.
Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine integrates acupuncture, herbal remedies, and nutritional counseling. Our doctor addresses chronic conditions and preventive care using evidence-based natural therapies. Treatments focus on restoring balance and supporting the body's self-healing mechanisms.
Hypopressive Classes
Hypopressive exercises strengthen core muscles without traditional abdominal work. These breathing-based movements improve posture, reduce back pain, and enhance pelvic floor function. Classes focus on diaphragmatic breathing and postural alignment for lasting musculoskeletal benefits.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy combines pelvic health specialization with traditional rehabilitation techniques. Treatments address postpartum recovery, chronic pain, and sports injuries. Our approach integrates manual therapy with personalized exercise programs for comprehensive musculoskeletal recovery.
People
Robyn Tessaro
Owner & Osteopathic Practitioner
Robyn founded Pura Vida in 2008 after specializing in pediatric osteopathy. She has treated infants since 2006 and developed evidence-based techniques through clinical research. Her practice combines manual therapy with hypopressive training.
Simone Valere
Osteopathic Manual Practitioner
Simone brings 25+ years of massage therapy experience to her osteopathic practice. Certified through the Canadian College of Osteopathy, she specializes in somatic exercises and ELDOA techniques for musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
Dr. Michelle Peters
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Peters has practiced naturopathic medicine since 2006, combining acupuncture and clinical nutrition. She graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and focuses on holistic treatments for family health concerns.
Lori-Anne Viloria
Registered Massage Therapist
With 27 years of experience, Lori-Anne specializes in sports injuries and prenatal massage. She uses integrated manual techniques and microcurrent therapy for scar tissue rehabilitation, tailoring treatments to individual patient needs.
Jessica Soulliere
Osteopathic Manual Practitioner
Jessica specializes in fertility and pelvic health through osteopathic techniques. She has completed advanced training in pediatric care and cesarean birth recovery, focusing on vagus nerve and pelvic floor treatments.
Questions
What alternative medicine services do you offer?
We provide manual osteopathy, massage therapy, naturopathic medicine, physiotherapy, and hypopressive classes for all ages.
Do you treat infants and children?
Yes, our practitioners specialize in pediatric care with experience treating infants since 2006 using gentle manual techniques.
Are your practitioners certified?
All practitioners maintain professional certifications through institutions like the Canadian College of Osteopathy and College of Naturopaths of Ontario.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payment details are available through our booking system. We recommend contacting our office directly for specific payment inquiries.
Do you offer online classes?
Yes, we provide online hypopressive classes and virtual booking options for your convenience.
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Reviews (6)
Avneet Kaur Dhanoa
Nov 28, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
Robyn has worked wonders with both of our children (when they were newborns). She is incredibly patient, knowledgeable and kind. Her treatments helped my littles achieve better latches during breastfeeding and calmer sleep patterns. I trust her wholeheartedly and would highly recommend especially for children's osteopathy!
Robyn has worked wonders with both of our children (when they were newborns). She is incredibly patient, knowledgeable and kind. Her treatments helped my littles achieve better latches during breastfeeding and calmer sleep patterns. I trust her wholeheartedly and would highly recommend especially for children's osteopathy!
Andrew Gordon
Mar 29, 2019
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Simone is amazing! I would recommend her to anyone and everyone. Very nice facility and even nice staff :) love it place.
Lilly Cioppa
Feb 01, 2019
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Robyn is a gifted Osteopath, I have been seeing her for a couple of years with a chronic condition and the treatment she provides also gives me some relief. She is a lifesaver and a wonderful person also. I highly recommend her services.
Carmen Rosekat
Jan 29, 2019
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Beautiful, clean and peaceful clinic. Great practitioners too. Kate (bowen therapy) is wonderful and has dramatically reduced muscle pains & tightness that ive had for 15 yrs that massage, chiropractic and accupuncture couldnt resolve.
Susie R.
Jan 14, 2019
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I have been a patient/client at Pura Vida for about four years. This space and staff here have a great energy and are so calming. Robyn is my osteopath and has helped me greatly with a few issues and does amazing cranial work. Fabulous clinic that has embedded itself in the community in the most positive way.
C. B.
Jan 11, 2019
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My son and I have been coming for osteopathic/cranial care with Robyn and Simone for just a short period of time with amazing results. My son's chronic issue was cleared up quickly and I have much more mobility and very little flare-up since being treated here for my 'forever pains'. I highly recommend this great group of professionals. They are warm, welcoming and understanding of one's individual needs.
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