Mireille will be treating both infants and children as well as adults. She will be joining Balanced Life Osteopathy for Our Ottawa, Stittsville and Orleans location.

Mireille is a dedicated manual osteopath with a passion for improving health outcomes for all. Having personally experienced the transformative benefits of manual therapy, she pursued her studies at the National University of Medical Sciences, Spain and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Osteopathy. She has trained at Sevilla, Spain in the Joint Mobilization and Muscle Energy techniques, which are highly effective in restoring normal joint function and improving range of motion. She is also getting hands-on training in Toronto at the National Academy of Osteopathy in Soft Tissue Therapy, Cranial and Visceral techniques. These techniques not only provide relaxation and reduce discomfort, but also promote better organ function, better nervous system function and better overall health. In July 2024, Mireille interned at Balanced Life Osteopathy in Ottawa, where she was offered the opportunity to join the team.

The osteopathic approach to health care is patient-centered, with an emphasis on the body-mind connection. Mireille follows that model and is a firm proponent of the holistic benefits of osteopathy, which promotes both physical and mental health. Improving mobility and blood circulation, alleviating chronic pain, boosting the body’s natural healing processes and generally reducing physical discomfort, often lead to improved mood and reduced stress which has in turn a positive impact on mental well-being. 

Her commitment to holistic health and continuous improvement ensures that she remains at the forefront of her field, always seeking new ways to enhance her skills and better serve her patients. As part of her continuous learning and professional development, Mireille has studied integrative pain management strategies and positive psychiatry, providing further guidance and support in her osteopathic practice and ensuring that her patients receive empathic, individualized treatment.

As a mother of three, Mireille brings a unique perspective and valuable experience to her practice. She understands the importance of providing a gentle, non-invasive care when treating children's delicate bodies and she is adept at providing a friendly, welcoming atmosphere that is age-appropriate and safe. Her personal experience enhances her ability to connect with and support families, involving parents in the treatment process and educating them about at-home care to enhance the effectiveness of the treatment. 

In addition to her professional practice, Mireille teaches infant massage to parents, helping them bond and connect with their little ones through the power of touch. Her earlier training in perinatal and postpartum care also allows her to provide better support to expectant and new mothers, offering osteopathic treatments tailored to the needs of both mothers and their newborns.

Despite her busy professional life, Mireille makes every effort to balance her career with her family commitments. She values the importance of family and community, splitting her time between Canada and her old country, Lebanon, where she strives to make a positive impact on those around her through her osteopathic work.

Joining Balanced Life Osteopathy has been a pleasure and a rewarding challenge. She looks forward to providing the compassionate, empathic care your body and mind deserve!

Languages spoken: English, French, Arabic (fluent) and Spanish (basic)