About Us

Dr. Darrin Thorvaldson is a member of the Manitoba Chiropractors’ Association, the Canadian Chiropractic Association, The International Chiropractors Association and the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association.

As a family practitioner, Dr. Darrin focuses on the concept of whole body health and wellness through gentle and specific chiropractic care. By using advanced chiropractic exam techniques such as thermal scanning, surface EMG scanning and X-ray analysis he develops a wellness plan that is unique to each of his practice members.

Tempest Thorvaldson, RMT, owner of Island Lakes Massage Therapy, saw a need for people to get help overcoming obstacles of pain and a disconnection with their bodies. Massage therapy provided an avenue for her to do that. She believes strongly in preventative health by maintaining a good foundation in the body.

Practicing massage therapy for more than seven years now, Tempest has furthered her education by taking courses in Craniosacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, and Infant massage.

In their free time Dr. Darrin and Tempest enjoy spending time with their boys Lukas and Jakob.

Lynsey Turcan is our Chiropractic Assistant. She’ll welcome you into the clinic with a friendly voice and a warm smile. She enjoys working in the highly motivated and balanced environment that Island Lakes Chiropractic and Island Lakes Massage Therapy has to offer.

Brenda Anderson graduated from The Wellington College of Remedial Massage Therapies in June of 2002. She originates from Northwestern Ontario and began her career in a small clinic there prior to moving to Winnipeg in September 2004. Brenda has taken courses in Myofascial Integration and Pre-Natal massage.

She is a member of the Massage Therapy Association of Manitoba and is also a member of the Manitoba Fitness Council, teaching fitness classes in her spare time. Brenda enjoys running and kayaking with her husband Blake and spending time at the cabin with their two children, Matthew and Jessie.

Yasmeen Rattan was born in England, but has lived in Winnipeg since she was 4 years old. She graduated from the Wellington College of Remedial Massage Therapies in June of 2004 and is a current member of the Association of Massage Therapists and Wholistic Practitioners. She is currently advancing her education by completing a variety of courses including Pre/Post Natal, and Infant Massage. In the near future, Yasmeen is planning to complete her bachelor’s degree of Remedial Massage Therapy.

Yasmeen enjoys spending time with her friends and family; especially her husband Kevin, and their two sons, Keeran & Kaiden. She enjoys a variety of activities including reading and Karate.