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Therapists List

Dr. Greg Tollefson grew up in north west Canada. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree with Honours from the University of Saskatchewan in Human Physiology.

He attended graduate school at Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto where he attained his Doctor of Chiropractic. While studying Chiropractic, Greg further specialized with a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist designation. While practicing in Toronto, Greg networked and grew a strong reputation within the athletic community, working with Olympians, professional hockey players, collegiate athletes and being the in-house manual therapist at Toronto’s Oldest Indoor Tennis Club.

Since moving to Ireland, Greg still treats a lot of athletes (GAA athletes, power lifters, rugby players, mixed martial artists) but also has a big practice with families and general population. In the past three years, Greg has been serving as the President of Sports Chiropractic Ireland which is a member of International Federation of Sports Chiropractic (FICS).

Greg is an avid educator of patients. He believes the importance of what he teaches patients and what they can take forward in their everyday life is by far more important than any of the hands on therapies provides

Co-founder, Chiropractor, Nutrition & Health Coach

Dr. Greg Tollefson

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Helena Angelini is a Brazilian therapist, singer, sound healer and Shamanic practitioner. She graduated in Psychology at Universidade Fumec (MG/Brazil), specializing in the Jungian Psychotherapy approach. She complemented her knowledge with various courses in Complementary Therapies (Reiki, Applied Kinesiology, Aromatherapy, Naturopathy).

She is also a singer and songwriter of Medicine Music, with three albums released and has already performed at several festivals, cultural events and spiritual gatherings in Brazil, Ireland, Portugal and Tunisia.

She lived in Ireland for 7 years to study Celtic music and culture, and now moved to Portugal. She studied Mythology of many cultures, and her art and world view is based on building bridges between different cultures.

She follows the Shamanic Path for 21 years now, carrying the learnings from Indigenous and Brazilian traditions to her practice and singing. Putting together her artistic and therapeutic skills, Helena offers Shamanic Retreats, Sound Journeys and Ceremonial Concerts.

Co-founder, Jungian Psychotherapist, Kinesiologist, Reiki Master, Sound Healer, Shamanic practitioner

Helena Angelini

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Billy Byrne is a Physical Therapist with over 20 years experience and specialises in the area of Dry Needling.

He has studied with the renowned Myopain Seminars Programme in Washington DC, pioneers in myofascial pain and dry needling. As well as practicing in dry needling he has lectured for over 15 years with Club Physio across Europe, sharing knowledge with fellow healthcare professionals.

Billy has also travelled and worked with the cast of Riverdance, treating world class dancers.

Physical therapist, Dry Needling practitioner, Dry Needling Course Instructor

Billy Byrne

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Dylan McGuinn is a qualified Personal Trainer based in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, with a strong foundation in sports performance and functional fitness. A lifelong athlete with a background in tennis, soccer, and resistance training, Dylan has developed a deep understanding of movement, conditioning, and athletic development from an early age.

With over 7 years of experience coaching both in-person and online, Dylan specialises in evidence-based training methods tailored to individual needs. His qualifications span multiple domains, including Active Ageing, Youth Athletic Development, Biomechanics, DNS Strength Training, and Body Composition Management.

Dylan has worked in several established fitness facilities, including The Movement (Castlebar & Claremorris) and F23 Fitness. Dylan also works closely with some of Ireland's top tennis talents. He has delivered fitness and movement education in school settings, combining youth physical literacy with long-term athletic development (LTAD) principles.

Strength & Conditioning Coach, Personal Trainer

Dylan McGuinn

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Dr. Sadie Riopelle, affectionately known as Dr. Rio, hails from a small town near Toronto Canada.

Dr. Rio is a highly accomplished clinician holding Bachelor degrees in Human Biology and Kinesiology, a Masters of Sports Medicine and a Doctorate in Chiropractic.

Dr. Rio and Dr. Tollefson connected through a colleague, a renowned Sports Chiropractor in Seattle. When Emerald Wellness was ready to grow in Galway City, welcoming Dr. Rio was an easy decision.

Dr. Rio’s journey in conservative care began on the field, where she accumulated thousands of hours working with varsity athletes, including extensive time with a Men’s Varsity Rugby team. This experience shaped her clinical approach and developed her expertise in managing both acute and chronic injuries. She integrates hands-on treatment, soft tissue work and rehabilitation strategies to help patients restore movement and build resilience.

Dr. Rio has a special interest in pre- and post-partum care, supporting women through the physical demands of pregnancy and helping them navigate recovery quickly and efficiently. Dr. Rio has spent several years working with individuals and groups to support: birth preparation, pregnancy and birth education, and the recovery after birth for the mother. Dr. Rio knows how intimidating and physically demanding pregnancy and birth can be with a variety of uncontrollable interventions that can occur. Preparing for these experiences and bodily and lifestyle changes through informed care can support parents, reduce stress and make birth safer for baby and parent.

She is also proudly LGBTQ+ friendly and is committed to providing inclusive, trauma-informed care in a safe and supportive environment.

Her approach is grounded in patient-centered care, with a focus on individualized treatment and long-term outcomes. Dr. Rio is dedicated to helping each patient move better, feel better, and optimize their overall performance.

Chiropractor

Dr. Sadie Riopelle

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