Life Therapies

Fantastic experience: Tamara is absolutely amazing. Her knowledge of the body is incredible and her ability to listen and genuinely care for her clients is unparalleled.

Fantastic experience: When I first met Eliot, I was dealing with multiple challenges - physical pain, mobility issues, entrepreneurial uncertainties, and a deeply personal journey with my wife as we navigated fertility challenges. His unique approach went far beyond traditional therapy – he became an integral part of both my personal and professional transformation. Through our sessions, Eliot's expertise helped me develop both physical and mental resilience. His holistic approach to wellness created a foundation that allowed me to build and grow my company while maintaining my physical health. The mobility improvements we achieved together gave me the energy and confidence to pursue my business goals. What makes Eliot truly exceptional is his ability to support not just individuals, but families. While helping me overcome limiting beliefs and physical concerns, he also treated my wife during our three-year fertility journey. Today, we're not only celebrating a successful company and improved mobility, but we're also joyfully preparing for the arrival of our first child. This outcome speaks volumes about Eliot's comprehensive approach to wellness and his ability to support his clients through life's most significant challenges. I highly recommend Eliot to anyone looking to break through physical, mental, or personal barriers to achieve their full potential. His impact goes far beyond traditional therapy – he helps create transformative change that touches every aspect of life.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been a client of Elliot Vlad for many years now, I don’t know anyone else at this level of excellence of osteopathic treatments. I book 4 visits annually to maintain proper posture, tissues, bones and joints health and longevity. Due to my hobby in Property Development I had at least 5 occasions where I needed repair my lower back, mid-back, shoulders, knees and most recently my hip and thigh. Elliot is able to diagnose and pin-point the root cause of the pain every single time within minutes. His wife Tamara is also a fantastic physiotherapist so we use her services as well. BOTH are VERY Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: I have seen two different specialist at this clinic, and both of them were really knowledgable and made you at ease. Oksana and Elliot do take the time to explain to you what they’re doing and educate you at the same time for a healthier lifestyle. I 100% recommend you to visit this clinic.

Fantastic experience: Amazing place! Everyone is so friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend!

Fantastic experience: Best in the business!

Fantastic experience: Love the atmosphere! Was greeted by the receptionist (Nicole I think) with a warm smile and had all my questions answered with full detail of the services provided. Will be looking forward to future bookings

Fantastic experience: Amazing place, great service. Elliot seems to have xray vision

Fantastic experience: Best thing you can ever do for yourself is go to Life Therapies. Osteopathic therapy improves my life incredibly, and I cannot imagine how much more pain I would be in if not for Elliot Vlad.

Fantastic experience: For anyone who is looking for a pelvic physiotherapist, I would highly recommend Jagisha! I have seen mulitple pelvic physiotherapists and none have been as knowledgeable as Jagisha. I have experienced significant changes with my pelvic floor since working with her and so happy I was able to find her!

Fantastic experience: Excellent clinic, I have required a lot of post surgery physio over the past number of years and Tamara has been excellent. Not just at the treatment, but the follow up exercise routine and sharing info with RMT to ensure I get the most out of these sessions. Great job Life Therapies!

Fantastic experience: Great staff.

Fantastic experience: Amazingly profesional staff really knowledgeable of their respective field of expertise! Strongly recommended!!!

Negative experience: Arrived on time with my newborn, who is cluster feeding at 5 weeks, and she promptly started to cry to nurse as soon as we entered the building and prepaid the $90 fee. A gentleman, that I later found out was the owner, came out to inform me that my daughter was hungry… Which I was well aware of and frankly was quite condescending. I found a chair in a non-private area by the exit and was about to nurse her, when the owner again informed me that my daughter was hungry… At this point I was getting very insulted. As if I wasn’t aware that my daughter was hungry and trying to find somewhere to feed her. He then told me I could go into an empty room to nurse. I spent about 15 minutes in there waiting for someone to come get me for my appointment. Finally, the craniosacral specialist came down and brought me up to her office. She told me that she could’ve been treating my daughter the entire time that she was nursing! But the owner put me in a different room and essentially used up all of my time for nothing. She treated my daughter for about 10 minutes before telling me that her time was up. I essentially paid $90 to be insulted by the owner, put in the wrong space, and for someone to see my daughter for 10 minutes- only to tell me that I’ll have to go on a cancellation list to be seen again. While the specialist, Kim, was quite nice and professional, I feel ripped off and insulted. I will not be rebooking here.*** update: The office called me after seeing my review and offered me a complementary appointment to make up for the missed appointment and apologized on behalf of the staff. I appreciate their follow-up and apology and will be giving them a second chance.

Negative experience: I had exactly the same experience with acupuncture as the person who posted below. There was barely any communication and I had the feeling that he did not listen to me. He massaged me for a couple of minutes, does moxibustion and then puts needles in my feet. Then he left me for 40 - 45 minutes (sometimes I got cold). Most of the time I felt uncomfortable. After 3-4 times receiving the same session, I tried acupuncture elsewhere in Ottawa and boy do I feel lucky. Now I realize how little value I received with these acupuncture sessions at Life Therapies.

Positive experience: My first visit and first acupuncture. I expected much more assessment to talk about my back problems and issues. I barely spoke with the therapist/doctor, I don't even know if he read my file/form. I didn't take off my shirt or pants to show and describe pain points. Poor communication. He massaged my back for a couple of minutes, pinned needles on my feet, and came back after 40 minutes. Session over. Go for therapy instead. Oh...take your face mask with you for COVID... It doesn't come free with an $80 session... It's $2.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been working with the osteopath, Kim, and she’s been a huge help in managing my chronic back pain. She is easy to talk to and provides the right get level of information to help me understand what she’s treating.

Fantastic experience: I Loved my massage with Eric today. He is extraordinary! Takes time to also show you exercises/stretches and makes certain you know how to do them well.

Fantastic experience: Amazing. Great service. They know what they're doing and they take the time, effort and focus to address all your needs. Got nothing but nice things to say. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Jagisha is so helpful. As an artist my hands are important. Post hand surgery, I was given no exercise routine by the physician/hospital. 3 weeks later I decided to seek help. Her care has been unbelievable.

Fantastic experience: I’ve seen several practitioners at Life Therapies, all of whom were excellent. Their admin are also great. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: I have been going here for almost a year. Katrina has been amazing with helping me with my back pain. It is always a guarantee that I will come out feeling better after my message. Thank you!!! A truly enjoyable place to go, everyone is very friendly and warm:)

Fantastic experience: I have felt exceptionally well cared for and heard while seeing the osteopaths at the clinic! The people who work there and the clinic itself are so healing! I highly recommend it!

Fantastic experience: Excellent staff and great treatments every time!

Fantastic experience: I started seeing Elliot for all my pregnancy issues. I had 2 healthy and happy births in part because of Elliot, Tamara, Lauren and the warm and welcoming staff. Both of my babies also were treated by Elliot. I continue to see Elliot-Osteopath, Tamara-Physio and Katrina-Massage. I NEED them in my life. Without them I would be in pain and discomfort. It has changed my life that all these services and loads more are under one roof. Having a shared file for different disciplines provides a continuity of care not offered anywhere else. It is easy to make and keep appointments; online and phone options and reminders too! Tamara is the best physiotherapist I have ever had. Seriously :)

Fantastic experience: Elliot Vlad is one of the most professional and talented osteopaths in Ottawa. He specializes in pre and post-natal care and was a significant source of help and support throughout my pregnancy. Sarah Richardson is an RMT at Life Therapies who I have been seeing for massage treatments for years. Again, the best in the business and always a caring and attentive approach to her practice.

Fantastic experience: Always happy with my visit to Life Therapies, all the staff are friendly and welcoming. Especially love my massages from Sarah Richardson.

Fantastic experience: I appreciate the warm and inviting environment at Life Therapies. The staff is very professional and friendly. Love to see my RMT Sarah Richardson ..I would recommend Life Therapies to anyone seeking relief and treatment in a comfortable space.

Fantastic experience: I had been experiencing some pretty brutal back pain, and went here for two massages to try to work out the spasms. Sarah Richardson was so lovely, kind, and intuitive. She really listened to what I had to say about the pain, and then hunted down where the spasm began. She worked it out and then gave me suggestions on how to move, stretch and do self-massage in order to improve the pain. I am so thankful for the time she spent helping me and I can't wait to go back under better circumstances! I've also heard fantastic rumours about Elsa (I think she's an osteopath) and I plan to go see her as well. The environment was also really nice. There was tea available when I walked in. The woman at the front desk was kind and the space itself was quite serene. Free parking in the back too, I think.

Fantastic experience: All of the practitioners and office staff at Life Therapies are very professional, warm and attentive to their clients. It is a very welcoming environment for new and regular clients. I have had excellent treatments from Tamara for a lower body injury which was difficult to isolate but she quickly identified it and what we had to do to fix it. I am very thankful that Elliot introduced me to Osteopathy and even more so with the many benefits I receive from my regular appointments with him. This business has definitely enhanced my quality of life!

Fantastic experience: I've been to life therapies several times now to see Katrina. I always leave feeling 100 percent better she is very professional and has great home care recommendations! I would highly suggest her.

Fantastic experience: Highly caring staff, outstanding massage therapy and expertise. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: I went to see Elliot after suffering a concussion. The symptoms rapidly deteriorated after starting treatment. :) Thank you for all the great work!

Fantastic experience: The service and care provided by the team at Life Therapies is excellent. I would highly recommend them.

Fantastic experience: Life Therapies has been a great help to me with dealing with postural issues, pain, and mental health. I have been to see Elliot and Tamara and still continue to see them on a regular basis. I would recommend their clinic in a heart beat!

Positive experience: Recently I met with Dr. Alexis Reid, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine at Life Therapies. She was everything that I have come to expect of the compassionate, caring, professional and outstandingly competent health professionals at Life Therapies. I have been a patient of Tamara Vlad for many years and her advice and treatment have greatly improved both my mental and physical health. Several months ago I became a patient of Elliot Vlad and he has similarly improved my health. Suffice it to say that not only are all the practitioners at Life Therapies superb each of them is simply a really nice person.