Ronny Breuer

Ronny Breuer B.A., MSc., R.TCMP., R.Ac
TCM Practitioner (acupuncture, Chinese medicinal herbs, psychotherapy, shiatsu therapy, tuina, reflexology, moxibustion, cupping, cosmetic acupuncture)
Languages spoken: English & Hebrew
Ronny graduated from a 4-year comprehensive program of study in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and holds a diploma from the prestigious Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, San Diego, California and teaches in the Acupuncture and Shiatsu Program at the Shiatsu School of Canada. He has a clinical track record of thousands of successful treatments for various medical conditions. His fields of expertise cover all the TCM modalities.
Ronnny is now A GESTALT PSYCHOTHERAPIST in training, and has completed a challenging 4-year psychotherapy training programme at the Gestalt Institute of Toronto. Ronny is seeing clients for psychotherapy sessions, exploring together the client’s issues and emotions by creating a meaningful and authentic dialogue and facilitating awareness and ‘aha’ moments to achieve a clearer understanding of the self and the possibilities ahead. This is done by using a variety of psychotherapy tools such as role play, body awareness, art therapy, dreams, and more.
In embracing the idea of ‘whole’, Ronny brings to the clinical setting years of experience as a holistic therapist, specializing in treating body and mind through a variety of healing modalities.
TCM Practitioner (acupuncture, Chinese medicinal herbs, psychotherapy, shiatsu therapy, tuina, reflexology, moxibustion, cupping, cosmetic acupuncture)
Languages spoken: English & Hebrew
Ronny graduated from a 4-year comprehensive program of study in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and holds a diploma from the prestigious Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, San Diego, California and teaches in the Acupuncture and Shiatsu Program at the Shiatsu School of Canada. He has a clinical track record of thousands of successful treatments for various medical conditions. His fields of expertise cover all the TCM modalities.
Ronnny is now A GESTALT PSYCHOTHERAPIST in training, and has completed a challenging 4-year psychotherapy training programme at the Gestalt Institute of Toronto. Ronny is seeing clients for psychotherapy sessions, exploring together the client’s issues and emotions by creating a meaningful and authentic dialogue and facilitating awareness and ‘aha’ moments to achieve a clearer understanding of the self and the possibilities ahead. This is done by using a variety of psychotherapy tools such as role play, body awareness, art therapy, dreams, and more.
In embracing the idea of ‘whole’, Ronny brings to the clinical setting years of experience as a holistic therapist, specializing in treating body and mind through a variety of healing modalities.
Roberto Iusso

Roberto Iusso R.Ac.
(TCM & Kiiko style acupuncture, tuina, cupping, moxibustion, cosmetic acupuncture)
Languages spoken: English & Italian
Roberto is an honours graduate of the three-year Acupuncture Therapy Diploma program at the Shiatsu School of Canada and also holds certifications in Korean Hand Acupuncture (Level 2) from the Santa Barbara Center for Studies in Oriental Medicine as well as certification in Facial Rejuvenation (aka Cosmetic Acupuncture) from the College of Acupuncture & Therapeutics. He has also completed accredited courses in Medical Qigong and Tuina at the Shiatsu School of Canada and has studied Japanese Nagano/Kiiko style acupuncture therapy as well.
Roberto’s interest in Eastern healing practices began over 20 years ago when he undertook courses in Zen meditation to overcome anxiety and fears related to university examinations. Subsequent meditation practices led him to South Korea where he continued meditation practices, frequently taking courses and workshops at Hwagyesa Zen Temple in Seoul while also teaching ESL.
A knee injury during a Taekwondo training session led him to the discovery of Korean Hand Acupuncture Therapy, which he then learned and utilized over many months of self -treatment to recover from his injury.
(TCM & Kiiko style acupuncture, tuina, cupping, moxibustion, cosmetic acupuncture)
Languages spoken: English & Italian
Roberto is an honours graduate of the three-year Acupuncture Therapy Diploma program at the Shiatsu School of Canada and also holds certifications in Korean Hand Acupuncture (Level 2) from the Santa Barbara Center for Studies in Oriental Medicine as well as certification in Facial Rejuvenation (aka Cosmetic Acupuncture) from the College of Acupuncture & Therapeutics. He has also completed accredited courses in Medical Qigong and Tuina at the Shiatsu School of Canada and has studied Japanese Nagano/Kiiko style acupuncture therapy as well.
Roberto’s interest in Eastern healing practices began over 20 years ago when he undertook courses in Zen meditation to overcome anxiety and fears related to university examinations. Subsequent meditation practices led him to South Korea where he continued meditation practices, frequently taking courses and workshops at Hwagyesa Zen Temple in Seoul while also teaching ESL.
A knee injury during a Taekwondo training session led him to the discovery of Korean Hand Acupuncture Therapy, which he then learned and utilized over many months of self -treatment to recover from his injury.
Stephanie Rana

Stephanie Rana R.Ac. Dipl.St
(acupuncture, shiatsu therapy, cupping, moxibustion, cosmetic acupuncture)
Languages spoken: English
Stephanie has been a professional Acupuncturist and Shiatsu Therapist at Ki since 2006. Her expert services also include cosmetic acupuncture, moxibustion and cupping. A graduate of the Shiatsu School of Canada and SSC Acupuncture Institute, Stephanie received her Shiatsu Diploma in 1999 and Acupuncture Diploma in 2000. Additionally, Stephanie has studied Pre-Natal Shiatsu Therapy. A lifelong learner, she is currently studying Shin-So Shiatsu with Ted Saito.
A knowledgeable and energetic therapist, Stephanie can treat a wide variety of conditions often drawing on several modalities to customize treatments for individual clients. She is committed to working closely with her clients to promote healing and restore balance.
(acupuncture, shiatsu therapy, cupping, moxibustion, cosmetic acupuncture)
Languages spoken: English
Stephanie has been a professional Acupuncturist and Shiatsu Therapist at Ki since 2006. Her expert services also include cosmetic acupuncture, moxibustion and cupping. A graduate of the Shiatsu School of Canada and SSC Acupuncture Institute, Stephanie received her Shiatsu Diploma in 1999 and Acupuncture Diploma in 2000. Additionally, Stephanie has studied Pre-Natal Shiatsu Therapy. A lifelong learner, she is currently studying Shin-So Shiatsu with Ted Saito.
A knowledgeable and energetic therapist, Stephanie can treat a wide variety of conditions often drawing on several modalities to customize treatments for individual clients. She is committed to working closely with her clients to promote healing and restore balance.
Jennifer Stock

Jennifer Stock R.Ac.
(TCM & Kiiko style Acupuncture, tuina, cupping, moxibustion)
Languages spoken: English
Jennifer has been practicing TCM Acupuncture, Tuina, Moxibustion and Nutritional Therapy since she graduated from the SSC Acupuncture institute in 2009. In addition to being a therapist she teaches Eastern Nutrition and assist in teaching Tuina here at the SSC.
Jennifer also prides herself in being a perpetual student in her endeavor to always improve as a therapist. Some of her studies include Reiki, Cranio-sacral, Japanese style Acupuncture and further study in Anatomy. She is most noted for treating digestive issues, gynecological issues, stress/anxiety management, acute pain and recovery from surgery and injury.
(TCM & Kiiko style Acupuncture, tuina, cupping, moxibustion)
Languages spoken: English
Jennifer has been practicing TCM Acupuncture, Tuina, Moxibustion and Nutritional Therapy since she graduated from the SSC Acupuncture institute in 2009. In addition to being a therapist she teaches Eastern Nutrition and assist in teaching Tuina here at the SSC.
Jennifer also prides herself in being a perpetual student in her endeavor to always improve as a therapist. Some of her studies include Reiki, Cranio-sacral, Japanese style Acupuncture and further study in Anatomy. She is most noted for treating digestive issues, gynecological issues, stress/anxiety management, acute pain and recovery from surgery and injury.
Julian Yates

Julian Yates R.Ac., Dipl.S.T.
(shiatsu therapy, Japanese acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion)
Languages spoken: English
Julian Yates is a graduate of both the Shiatsu therapy programme (2004) and the Acupuncture program (2008) at the SSC. He continued his studies in acupuncture by completing a course in the Kiiko Matsumoto style with Tak Tsurusaki (2009).
Julian is an instructor and clinic supervisor in the Shiatsu program at the SSC. He teaches a course of Shiatsu stretching techniques; passive stretches applied by the therapist to the patient. His approach is structural, and he encourages his students to develop keen assessment and landmarking skills, a solid understanding of musculoskletal function, and an awareness of the ways in which everyday life can, incrementally, affect discomfort in the body.
An avid reader, Julian is often reading too many books at once to finish any of them in a reasonable time frame. He has interests in most areas of human endeavor, but currently brewing, neuroscience, writing (poetic and prose), biology, philosophy of science, and music are particularly preoccupying.
(shiatsu therapy, Japanese acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion)
Languages spoken: English
Julian Yates is a graduate of both the Shiatsu therapy programme (2004) and the Acupuncture program (2008) at the SSC. He continued his studies in acupuncture by completing a course in the Kiiko Matsumoto style with Tak Tsurusaki (2009).
Julian is an instructor and clinic supervisor in the Shiatsu program at the SSC. He teaches a course of Shiatsu stretching techniques; passive stretches applied by the therapist to the patient. His approach is structural, and he encourages his students to develop keen assessment and landmarking skills, a solid understanding of musculoskletal function, and an awareness of the ways in which everyday life can, incrementally, affect discomfort in the body.
An avid reader, Julian is often reading too many books at once to finish any of them in a reasonable time frame. He has interests in most areas of human endeavor, but currently brewing, neuroscience, writing (poetic and prose), biology, philosophy of science, and music are particularly preoccupying.
Kimberley Yong Yow

Kimberly Yong-Yow R.Ac., Dipl. S.T.
(acupuncture, shiatsu therapy, tuina, cupping, moxibustion)
Languages spoken: English
Acupuncturist and Shiatsu Therapist Kimberly Yong-Yow graduated from two extensive diploma programs at the Shiatsu School of Canada. Her education has given her a unique understanding of the human body through the lens of Western and Eastern Medicine. Kimberly’s understanding of the body is expanded with her training in Japanese acupuncture, as well as her teaching in Shiatsu 101 and supervisor in Shiatsu Student Clinic. She specializes in conditions such as; digestive problems, stress, anxiety, insomnia and general pain and tension
(acupuncture, shiatsu therapy, tuina, cupping, moxibustion)
Languages spoken: English
Acupuncturist and Shiatsu Therapist Kimberly Yong-Yow graduated from two extensive diploma programs at the Shiatsu School of Canada. Her education has given her a unique understanding of the human body through the lens of Western and Eastern Medicine. Kimberly’s understanding of the body is expanded with her training in Japanese acupuncture, as well as her teaching in Shiatsu 101 and supervisor in Shiatsu Student Clinic. She specializes in conditions such as; digestive problems, stress, anxiety, insomnia and general pain and tension
Drazen Krivokuca

Drazen Krivokuca Dipl.S.T.
(acupuncture, shiatsu therapy, cupping, moxibustion)
Languages spoken: English and Serbian
Drazen Krivokuca graduated from the Shiatsu Diploma Program in 2007. Drazen also completed his studies in Reflexology at the Ontario College of Reflexology in 1999. He provides relaxing shiatsu, cupping, moxa and acupuncture treatments which can include effective reflexology techniques, promoting circulation and well being. Drazen completed acupuncture training at the Shiatsu School of Canada’s Acupuncture Institute, allowing him to provide harmonizing combination treatments of shiatsu, acupuncture and reflexology.
(acupuncture, shiatsu therapy, cupping, moxibustion)
Languages spoken: English and Serbian
Drazen Krivokuca graduated from the Shiatsu Diploma Program in 2007. Drazen also completed his studies in Reflexology at the Ontario College of Reflexology in 1999. He provides relaxing shiatsu, cupping, moxa and acupuncture treatments which can include effective reflexology techniques, promoting circulation and well being. Drazen completed acupuncture training at the Shiatsu School of Canada’s Acupuncture Institute, allowing him to provide harmonizing combination treatments of shiatsu, acupuncture and reflexology.
Giovanni Salvia

Giovanni Salvia R.TCMP, Dipl.S.T. BFA
TCM practitioner (acupuncture, Chinese Herbs, moxibustion, cupping, cosmetic acupuncture, tuina, shiatsu)
Giovanni began his holistic practice after graduating from the Shiatsu School of Canada in 1997. He furthered his studies with acupuncture and Chinese herbs and embraces a holistic approach to his treatments. His practice as a pilates and yoga instructor helped him develop a deep understanding of body mechanics and the effect of posture and movement on the human body. Other studies that have further helped him to deepen his understanding of the whole body approach are: cranio-sacral therapy, Reiki, Jin Shin-Jytsu, western herbology, Gestalt therapy (3 yr program) and Shamanic studies. Giovanni is also currently interested in other pursuits, such as, tai chi and chi gong and the art of archery.
TCM practitioner (acupuncture, Chinese Herbs, moxibustion, cupping, cosmetic acupuncture, tuina, shiatsu)
Giovanni began his holistic practice after graduating from the Shiatsu School of Canada in 1997. He furthered his studies with acupuncture and Chinese herbs and embraces a holistic approach to his treatments. His practice as a pilates and yoga instructor helped him develop a deep understanding of body mechanics and the effect of posture and movement on the human body. Other studies that have further helped him to deepen his understanding of the whole body approach are: cranio-sacral therapy, Reiki, Jin Shin-Jytsu, western herbology, Gestalt therapy (3 yr program) and Shamanic studies. Giovanni is also currently interested in other pursuits, such as, tai chi and chi gong and the art of archery.
Anne Clossen

Anne Clossen, MA, R.TCMP, R.Ac
(acupuncture, Chinese medical herbs, reflexology),
Languages spoken: French, English, and Spanish
Anne has been in the holistic field since 2004 offering reflexology, traditional Thai massage and natural skincare in her private practice. She graduated from the Shiatsu School of Canada and SSC Acupuncture Institute after completing more than 2400 hours of class. She has taken a Post Graduate Diploma in Chinese Medicine Gynecology. Her interests are focusing on women’s health issues (menstrual problems, menopause, infertility), chronic fatigue, skin ailments (acne, psoriasis, eczema), headaches, chronic stress and its consequences on health. She is fascinated by the benefits of Chinese herbs and promotes them in her practice. She continues expanding her knowledge by taking workshops and post graduate courses.
(acupuncture, Chinese medical herbs, reflexology),
Languages spoken: French, English, and Spanish
Anne has been in the holistic field since 2004 offering reflexology, traditional Thai massage and natural skincare in her private practice. She graduated from the Shiatsu School of Canada and SSC Acupuncture Institute after completing more than 2400 hours of class. She has taken a Post Graduate Diploma in Chinese Medicine Gynecology. Her interests are focusing on women’s health issues (menstrual problems, menopause, infertility), chronic fatigue, skin ailments (acne, psoriasis, eczema), headaches, chronic stress and its consequences on health. She is fascinated by the benefits of Chinese herbs and promotes them in her practice. She continues expanding her knowledge by taking workshops and post graduate courses.