Dr. Chelsey Devaleriola | Sacred Roots Wellness

The Founder + Visionary
Dr. Chelsey Devaleriola

As a strong advocate for Integrative + holistic health care practices, Dr. Devaleriola recognized a need to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western Medicine. Being immersed in health care as a former Registered Nurse, Chelsey recognizes the importance of collaborative care (the combination of both Western & Eastern Medicine) to optimize patient outcomes, health + overall well-being.

Chelsey's vision was to develop a clinic space that prioritizes patient-centred care, that encompasses all aspects of what brings health + wellness to the patient. Sacred Roots Wellness is clinic space that encompasses the ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine teachings, that is guided by modern integrated science. Sacred Roots Wellness has sprouted from once this planted seed to now, an entire Integrative health care team that has been carefully sought out to best serve the needs + well-being of our community & surrounding areas.

Credentials

Doctorate Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine + Acupuncture

Dr. Devaleriola completed an extensive 4-year post degree program where she maintained a competitive GPA + graduated as the class Valedictorian, while receiving two- scholarships upon graduation. Chelsey completed her education at the Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine + Acupuncture (CITCM). Her program consisted of full-time study, thousands of hours of in-class seminars and lectures, over 2200 hours of practical time, a final- internship & thesis submission. Upon completion of the program, Chelsey successfully passed all five licensing exams + registration requirements. Chelsey maintains an active license as a board certified Registered Acupuncturist + Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine + Acupuncture.

Bachelor Degree in Nursing- Registered Nurse

Dr. Devaleriola graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (honours). Chelsey has a vast amount of rural nursing experience + up until recently, has resigned from her previous RN role with Alberta Health Services (AHS) of five years. As the clinic continues to flourish + grow, Dr. Devaleriola maintains a non-active practice permit of a Registered Nurse in the province of Alberta.

Functional Medicine for Women's Health

Dr. Devaleriola successfully completed an advanced accreditation and certification towards her professional career for Functional Medicine in Women's Health under the supervision and mentorship of the renowned pioneer of Integrative & functional medicine for Women's health- Dr. Aviva Romm herself. This accreditation has allowed for Dr. Devaleriola to fully advance into multiple specific avenues of Women's health including complex conditions including management & treatment for syndromes such as: Endometriosis, PCOS, Dysmenorrhea, Menopause support, PMS, PMDD, Fertility + Conception, Pregnanacy Care & further seeking clarity on advancements in Women's health research + advocacy.

Additional Courses, Training & Active Professional Involvement:

Advanced Facial Diagnostics & Advanced Chinese Medicine Dietary Therapy Certification- Dr. CT. Holman l LAc, MS
Foundations + Advanced Clinical Case Study Analysis for Female Reproductive + Hormone Health- Dr. Bev Maya l Medical Herbalist + Chemist.
Qi Gong Training under the supervision of world renowned Qi Gong Master of Spring Forest Qi Gong l Master Chunyi Lin
Facial Alchemy + Advanced Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture Certification Master series l Dr. Yvonne Cheng, D.TCM, RAc.
Multiple Course Certifications under :The Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine (ABORM), Licensing Board.
Integrative Fertility + Reproductive Medicine Certifications- Dr. Laura Erlich, MTOM, LAc, CD, FABORM.
Current active practitioner board member of the AAATCMD (Alberta Association of Traditional Chinese Medical Doctors).
Current member of the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM).
Outside of Dr. Chelsey's professional career, she has pursued many certifications + attunements under supervision of the study: Hatha Yoga + Ayurvedic (YTT 200), Shamanic + Usui Reiki- Masters Level (3 year certification), Pranayama (breath work) study (40 hours) + many more.