Chiropractic care helps to restore normal movement patterns in your body and in your brain. Let us help you achieve your ideal version of health.

About Sound Chiropractic

Sound Chiropractic & Health Sciences Centres is a healthcare company focused on pain-relief and promoting wellness in the greater Halifax and Bedford area.

At Sound Chiropractic, we assess each client for their unique, individual needs. We provide Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Massage Therapy. Together, we design a thorough plan so your pain goes away and stays away. Our chiropractic team, led by Dr. Kaitlyn Pellerine and Dr. Steve Berkstresser, has years of clinical experience helping people just like you on their journey to health and wellness.

We are located at 620 Nine Mile Drive, Unit 205, on the corner of Larry Uteck Blvd and Nine Mile Drive. That being said, we have clients that come from Halifax, Dartmouth and across other regions of Nova Scotia.

Let our team become part of your team! Contact us to book your consultation today.

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Our Team

Dr. Kaitlyn Pellerine, Owner & Chiropractor

Dr. Kaitlyn graduated Cum Laude from New York Chiropractic College and International Chiropractic Pediatric Association.  She is a native Haligonian and received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Dalhousie University. These studies sparked her interest in biomechanics, the human body and a holistic approach to healthcare.

Dr. Kaitlyn has a decade of experience as a personal trainer and fitness instructor, specializing in aerobics and weight training. She received clinical experience at many locations during her internship in Buffalo, NY serving the underprivileged, geriatric, general and student populations. In addition to treating adults with various chiropractic techniques, Kaitlyn’s professional practice will focus on maternal health during pregnancy and pediatric chiropractic.

Between her undergraduate and doctorate degrees, she traveled for one year to Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia. She is passionate about educating her patients on the importance of a healthy nervous system. During her free time she enjoys hiking, swimming, playing music and spending time with her husband, Dr. Steve, and beautiful twins, Hannah and Hunter.

Other Credentials:

• Certified in Webster Technique – ICPA

Dr. Steve Berkstresser, Owner & Chiropractor

Dr. Steve Berkstresser has been committed to improving the health and lifestyle of his patients since 2010. His dedication began at New York Chiropractic College where he received several awards and graduated with honors.

After graduation Dr. Steve has taken numerous post-graduate courses and seminars with emphasis on lifestyle modification, biomechanics and wellness. First practicing in Virginia, he relocated to Halifax in 2013 and has been helping patients ever since. Dr. Steve continues to educate himself to better serve his patients.

With skill and compassion, Dr. Steve treats his patients with a comprehensive approach, taking time to listen to their individual concerns and providing them with specific customized solutions to their health care needs. Outside of Sound Chiropractic, Dr. Steve enjoys spending times with his family, nature and classic cars.

Nicole Gaudet, Office Manager

Nicole started working at Sound in 2015, and has become known as the friendly face that welcomes our patients to our office.

Prior to working at Sound, Nicole worked in the hospitality service industry for 10 years. In 2014, Nicole graduated with honours from NSCC’s Tourism and Hospitality Management program and in 2017 she graduated with honours from Mount Saint Vincent University's Bachelor of Business Administration program with a major in Management Studies.

When she’s not keeping our patients laughing at the front desk, Nicole loves being outdoors, spending time by the water, camping, listening to music and visiting her hometown of Inverness to spend time with friends and family.

Nicole also loves animals, so feel free to bring your dogs into the office so she can play with them!

Lisa Hadley, R.Acu, D.Acu

Lisa found her passion with nature and herbal medicine early in life and after raising a family she pursued a degree in holistic medicine. Lisa graduated with honours from the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2015. She is in good standing with the Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine Association of Nova Scotia. She acquired a certificate in Sound Therapy in 2016 and is currently expanding her education in fertility and women's health.

Lisa enjoys working with clients to achieve balance utilizing various therapies such as acupuncture, acupressure massage, fire cupping, guasha and foot reflexology. She also counsels clients on proper nutrition and self-care. She has seen much success in treating acute and chronic pain, repetitive strain injury, headache, migraine, stress and anxiety, along with all sorts of digestive and other issues.

Shallon Vickers, Registered Massage Therapist

Shallon Vickers has been a massage therapist for 15 years, working in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. She graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in 2003 with specialties in pregnancy, neurological and sports massage clinics.

Over the years, she has continued to expand her services to include Deep tissue, relaxation, Fire and Ice Cupping, Guasha and Indian Head Massage. In 2017, she became a certified Rapid Neurofascial Release Specialist – one of only 150 across Canada.

She has worked along-side chiropractors, acupuncturists, naturopaths and physiotherapists. Shallon will be the perfect addition to our wellness family.

Emma Patterson, Registered Massage Therapist

Emma has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2022, graduating with honours from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Halifax. For her entire previous career, she supported people with diverse backgrounds, including mental illness, developmental disabilities and trauma. Emma is a firm believer that touch is a great healer for many ailments and loves to help heal people physically, mentally and emotionally through massage therapy. She looks forward to treating her clients through myofascial release, cupping, relaxation and deep tissue massage.

Yan Song, Registered Massage Therapist

Yan is a dedicated Registered Massage Therapist at Sound Chiropractic & Health Sciences Centers. With early experience at her family’s clinic in China, Yan brought her passion and expertise to Canada, where she graduated from an advanced massage therapy program at the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy in Calgary, Alberta. In addition to her education, she received specialized training in advanced massage techniques from Korea and China. Yan excels in deep tissue massage, neck and shoulder tension release, hot stone therapy, cupping, foot reflexology, tuina, and facial massage. Book your appointment with Yan and let her skilled hands guide you on a journey to relaxation and well-being.