COURTENAY, BC, CANADA

Mary Lee – Broken Squirrel Wellness

Fitness Trainer, Menopause Coach / Educator

Contact

https://www.brokensquirrel.ca/

Practice Philosophy

Care begins with compassionate listening. My work supports the healthcare system — not as clinicians, but as compassionate advocates who helps women navigate options, prepare for conversations with providers, and engage in shared decision-making. Support comes with helping client’s track cycles and symptoms, identify triggers, plan for medical appointments, and build sustainable lifestyle practices to manage symptoms wisely. My goal is to inspire women to feel steadier, clearer, and more empowered through their menopause transition. True empowerment begins with a deep understanding of one’s own body and hormonal health. My work is grounded in collaboration and a commitment to helping women feel confident in making informed health decisions that serve them – not what a standard level of care tells them is best while ignoring the individual’s unique symptomology and long-term goals.

Credentials/Training

Certified Women’s Coaching Specialist Girls Gone Strong
– Evidence-based coaching for women through all life stages, with emphasis on resiliency training for brain, heart and bone health, as well as mindset and health behavior change.
Menopause 2.0 Certification Dr. Stacy Sims
-The gold standard in hormone-informed performance training for peri- and postmenopausal women with emerging science in strength training, recovery, nutrition, energy nd emotional regulation
LoveYourBrain Foundation – Facilitator / Instructor Yoga for TBI
-Supporting individuals with traumatic brain injuries (including PTSD), integrating mindfulness, adaptive yoga, and psycho-education.
Licensed Menopause Educator, Menopause Expert Group
-Supporting forward-thinking organizations in accommodating the hormonal realities of their midlife workforce — blending advocacy, education, and inclusive wellness strategies.
Brain Story Certification – Alberta Health Institute
– Scientific learnings on trauma and brain health from leading experts in the field of brain development, genetics, epigenetics, mental health, addiction, and resilience.

Conditions Treated

  • Brain Fog
  • Healthy Aging
  • Women’s Health

Other Conditions Treated

Gut Health, Nervous System Regulation