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SABI Mind Calgary
Our Calgary healing centre is located in the neighbourhood of Sunalta. Within our walls, you’ll be immersed in an environment conducive to healing. Our curated design elements encourage well-being, harmony and inner reflection.
202 - 1615 10th Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0J7
Phone: 1 (587) 391-9383
Fax: 1 (403) 240-7298
hello@sabimind.com
Click here to see a walkthrough video of our Calgary centre.
Our Innovative Services
A holistic approach to your health and wellness.
Embrace imperfection with us and consider healing as a distinctive and non-linear journey. At SABI, we approach mending as an artful process, free of judgement.
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At SABI Mind, SABI treatment is offered as part of an integrated approach to mental health. Administered intramuscularly by qualified professionals, our interventions acts as a catalyst to help you access deeper emotions and memories that might otherwise be blocked. This treatment is combined with integrative therapies to ensure lasting benefits. The experience can include preparation with your therapist, the SABI discovery session, and a follow-up integration phase where insights from the session are incorporated into everyday life.
SABI Mind emphasizes personalized care in a supportive environment, guiding you through your unique healing journey.
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At SABI Mind, SABI treatment for chronic pain involves intramuscular injections tailored to each patient's unique needs. This personalized therapy aims to alleviate chronic pain by targeting specific neurological pathways. The treatment process includes a customized preparation phase, the SABI session itself, and an individualized integration phase where insights from the treatment are incorporated into the patient's daily life. This approach aims to support not only effective pain relief but also continuous support and care throughout the healing journey, providing a comprehensive and holistic solution to managing chronic pain.
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Used for the potential imrpovement of mental health, EXOMIND’s patented ExoTMS™ technology comfortably stimulates key areas of the brain involved in emotional regulation, cognitive function and self-control.
By activating neural pathways, it helps restore healthy brain activity and enhances neural connectivity for mental wellness.
Our Supportive Services
The SABI Mind method centers on a holistic approach to personalized patient care designed to support emotional, physical and mental health and well-being. We offer integrative services to better support folks looking for new ways of healing.
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Our therapy and counselling services provide a compassionate and supportive environment for individuals seeking to improve their mental well-being. Our experienced therapists use evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's unique needs, fostering personal growth and resilience. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, we are here to guide you towards a brighter, more balanced future.
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Manual therapy encompasses a variety of hands-on techniques administered by trained therapists to manipulate and mobilize muscles and joints. This therapeutic approach aims to alleviate pain, enhance mobility, and improve overall bodily function. In addition to these benefits, manual therapy can effectively release trauma and tension stored within the body. Among the various forms of manual therapy, osteopathy stands out for its holistic and integrative methods.
The principle of set and setting is integral to a balanced treatment system that blends intention and integration into a continuous care model that extends beyond our walls. Our compassionate practitioners provide care that defines the difference between quick-fix and lasting change.
Meet SABI Mind Calgary.
Our team came together out of a need for change, the promise of hope, and the acknowledgment that we can make it happen together. At its core, the SABI Mind experience relies on human connection and a return to the natural mind.
SABI Mind Calgary Team
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Medical Director
Born and raised in Calgary, Dr. Pearce is an anesthesiologist, clinical researcher, and Medical Cannabis consultant. He completed his medical degree and residency in Anesthesia at the University of Calgary, shortly after completing a Ph.D. in Neurophysiology and Pharmacology.
Dr. Pearce is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine at the University of Calgary. Over the past decade, he has held numerous administrative positions as both Section and Department Head and currently practices with Alberta Health Services (AHS) at the Peter Lougheed Centre and in various specialty clinics in Calgary. He is presently serving as the President of the Alberta Medical Association (AMA) section of Anesthesia.
Dr. Pearce’s clinical and research interests include applications in ambulatory anesthesia, and understanding the roles of Medical Cannabis, Ketamine and Psychedelics in the management of mental health disorders and acute and complex chronic pain conditions.
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Chronic Pain Lead & Anesthesiologist
After completing her medical school training at the University of Alberta, Dr. Kelly Shinkaruk attended the University of Ottawa for anesthesia training followed by a chronic pain fellowship focusing on interventional management of cancer and non-cancer pain. It was there that she developed a deep interest in the diverse approaches to pain management including the use of ketamine and pain psychotherapy. This led her to pursue a clinical career dividing her time between chronic pain management and anesthesiology. As a Clinical Associate Professor, she has worked at both the Foothills Medical Center and the Rockyview General Hospital.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Shinkaruk has completed a Master's degree with a focus on medical education and has been the program director for the pain medicine residency since its inception in 2015. Her research interests include interprofessional collaborative care and education and she sits on the Committee for Interprofessional Collaboration and Education through the University of Calgary.
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Dr. Brendan Gracias is a Family Physician originally from Edmonton and has been practicing in Calgary since 2020. After completing his residency at the University of Saskatchewan, he gained broad experience in both rural and urban settings, caring for patients across all stages of life.
He is committed to preventative medicine, holistic care, and the critical connection between mental and physical health. Dr. Gracias places a strong emphasis on longevity—not only helping patients live longer, but supporting them in living well as they age. He believes that informed, empowered patients are essential to building a healthier present and future
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Executive Director
Rachel is a people centred leader with a deep passion for creating welcoming, supportive spaces in health care. As Client Services Manager at SABI Health, she brings warmth, clarity, and genuine care to every client encounter.
With a background in managing client experience across several clinical settings, Rachel is known for her calm presence, intuitive communication, and ability to make clients feel heard and at ease from the moment they walk through the door. Rachel thrives at the intersection of organization and connection, ensuring that both clients and teams feel seen, valued, and supported.
Her approach is rooted in trust, transparency, and the belief that healing happens best when people feel truly cared for.
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Therapist — Chronic Pain & Trauma
Aaron is a registered psychologist with a deep passion for helping people find lasting freedom from chronic pain, anxiety, and trauma. Drawing on the latest neuroplasticity-informed research, Aaron guides clients through a process of understanding the emotional and nervous system roots of their suffering — and finding their way out.
Aaron specializes in Pain Reprocessing Therapy, trauma, and anxiety, working collaboratively with clients to unlearn fear-based patterns and reconnect with a sense of safety, ease, and trust in their own bodies. His approach is curious, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that when we understand the way into pain, we can discover the way out.
At SABI Mind, Aaron brings a psychological lens to support clients at integrating their insights into meaningful, lasting change.
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Therapist
Laura is a registered psychologist and clinical counsellor with advanced training in psychology, counselling, hypnotherapy, EMDR, and sports psychology. Currently completing her Doctorate on psychotherapy and psychedelics, she integrates approaches such as CBT, ACT, Compassionate Inquiry, mindfulness, and trauma-focused therapies.
Trained in Psychedelic Integration Therapy with the MIND Foundation, Laura also offers breathwork and support for preparation and integration of altered states. Her work is grounded in compassion, non-judgment, and the belief that healing begins with a strong therapeutic relationship.
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Registered Social Worker
Theresa holds a Master of Clinical Social Work degree, specializing in Addiction and Mental Health. With over seven years of experience in addiction and mental health, she has worked across diverse settings, including outpatient addiction centers, inpatient wilderness addiction treatment centers, Indigenous mental health programs, and harm reduction initiatives within Alberta Health Services (AHS) and non-profit organizations.
As a somatic trauma therapist trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T.), Theresa’s approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, and grounded in anti-oppressive practices. She deeply values the therapeutic relationship, striving to create a space of comfort, respect, and collaboration. In this environment, clients can explore their experiences, find meaning, build capacity, expand resilience, and move toward empowerment and healing.
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Lead Clinician
Jessica is an Advanced Care Paramedic who has directly observed the significant benefits of the modalities offered at SABI. Committed to expanding access, she strives to make these treatments available to those in need, particularly First Responders and Military Personnel.
Jessica established one of Alberta’s first Ketamine Assisted Therapy clinics and served on the panel responsible for developing regulatory guidelines for Psychedelic Assisted Therapy within
the province. In addition to her ongoing work as a First Responder both in ambulance services and the broader community, she remains a strong advocate for advancing her profession and improving mental health care outcomes.Jessica is also the founder of Prairie Sky Equine Assisted Therapy, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing equine therapy and equine sport opportunities to underserved populations in Calgary and surrounding areas.
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Registered Nurse
As a Registered Nurse with experience in acute care, public health, and private clinic settings, Jayna brings a compassionate, trauma-informed approach shaped by both her professional background and her own mental health journey. She is committed to addressing the root causes of suffering through holistic approaches and believes that psychedelic therapies can facilitate profound healing. Her lived experience informs the empathy and presence she brings to supporting others on their path to wellness.
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Registered Nurse
Erin is a registered nurse with a background in cardiac and mental health nursing. With her training, she is able to integrate clinical precision with compassionate understanding and strong advocacy skills to create environments that support individuals psychological and physical safety. Throughout her professional journey, Erin has worked in emergency medical response and forest firefighting, experiences that have shaped her ability to remain calm and grounded in the midst of mental and physical turmoil. Additionally her training in clinical anatomy and research fuels her curiosity, open-mindedness, and commitment to asking thoughtful questions and continually seeking better ways to support those in her care.
Alongside her professional work Erin is committed to her own personal mental health journey, with a focus on emotional regulation, self-acceptance, movement, and self-awareness. Her ongoing commitment to personal growth supports her ability to hold
space for others and allows her to humbly maintain an embodied and empowered perspective on the challenges and joys innate to any healing journey.Erin’s approach to care prioritizes relationship building, intentional listening, belief in the
beauty of each person’s individuality, and a deep respect for people’s backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and insights. She strives to create relationships where her
clients feel empowered, understood, and comfortable to express their internal worlds.
Our Mission
We are committed to providing solutions that address the needs of people struggling to find healing within the current pain and mental health treatment system by developing and delivering innovative therapies.
