About us

Dr. Claire Ferguson, Chiropractor

Halifax native Dr. Claire is delighted to be practicing back in her hometown following the completion of her chiropractic training. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Guelph, earning a Bachelor of Science degree, and went on to graduate summa cum laude from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC).

Throughout her tenure at CMCC, Claire was frequently recognized for her top-tier academic performance and dedication to the field. She was a two-time recipient of the Gilbert H. Young Memorial Scholarship for holding the highest academic standing in her class, and twice received the Council of Nova Scotia College of Chiropractors Scholarship as the top student from Nova Scotia. Upon graduation, she was honoured with the Walter Sturdy Memorial Scholarship for achieving the highest overall academic average across the entire four-year program, alongside the Clinic Achievement Award for earning the highest grade in Year 4.

Claire’s path to chiropractic was driven by a genuine desire to help individuals maintain active and healthy lifestyles. As a long-time equestrian rider and coach, she possesses firsthand insight into biomechanics, balance, and athletic performance. Her patient-centered approach to care is highly collaborative and tailored to the individual, utilizing a combination of joint mobilization and manipulation, soft tissue therapy, integrated needling, and personalized exercise programs. Claire is passionate about empowering her patients to move confidently, whether they are recovering from an acute injury, returning to sport, or pursuing preventative long-term wellness.

When she isn’t treating patients, Claire is often found coaching at the stables, playing pickleball, or catching up with friends and family. As a self-proclaimed foodie, she also loves exploring and discovering new culinary spots across Halifax.

Whether it be through camping, weightlifting, rock climbing, hiking or skiing, she really values the benefits of exercise and is passionate about its effect on both her own health and that of her clients.

Heather is enthusiastic about individualizing treatment strategies to best equip her clients with the confidence and skills they need to prevent or recover from injuries.

Since graduating from McMaster University, she has taken courses in dry needling to help clients better manage their symptoms.

Judy Umansky, PT

Judy is a U.S.-trained physio with more than 38 years of experience. She loves working with people to help them feel stronger and be more confident in their daily lives!

Her areas of special interest are in pain management, balance issues, and in helping people avoid or delay joint replacement surgery.

Kim Clarke, Administrative Assistant

Known for her friendly personality and exceptional organizational skills, Kim enjoys building meaningful connections with patients and helping them feel comfortable throughout their rehabilitation journey. Working closely alongside the clinical team, she is dedicated to creating a welcoming experience and supporting patients as they work toward their health and wellness goals.

Outside of the clinic, Kim enjoys spending time with family and friends and values maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

Miranda Feener, Admin

Miranda, a Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia local, is pursuing her passion remotely as a Fitness and Nutrition student at Stratford Career Institute in Ontario. Her goal is to establish a career in nutrition counseling and fitness coaching.

Outside of her studies, Miranda thrives in nature through hiking and camping. She also enjoys gym workouts, yoga sessions, and immersing herself in captivating books.