Member Directory

Disclaimer

This directory is meant to be used as a resource. Listings are in no way a substitute for credibility in each individual classification. The SIWCS encourages all users to research and interview each product or service before use and undergoing treatment. Please refer to the Questionnaire online and within this directory offered as a guideline to assist you in this process.

It’s important to feel empowered when it comes to your health. No one knows you and your body better than you do yourself-you live in it!

Here are some guidelines when looking for a professional to assist you and your family on your path to wellness.

1. Do some research on your own.
2. Ask around for referrals by word-of mouth.
3. Don’t hesitate to ask questions and become more informed, once you have chosen a starting point.
4. Trust your instincts and intuition. If it doesn’t FEEL like a good fit, explore other options.

Here are some sample questions when looking for a practitioner or trying a new product:

1. What kind of services do you provide?
2. What is your background? Title?
3. What is your approach?
4. What is your training?
5. What is your experience?
6. What are your credentials?
7. How long have you been practising in this field?
8. What is your educational background in the field? How long was the training? Where did you get your training from? With whom did you study?
9. Have you done any recent training/upgrading? Where? When?
10. Have you studied any other forms of training that pertain to your field? How long was the training? Where did you get your training? With whom did you study?
11. Is there a governing or regulatory body in your field? Do you belong to it?
12. Are you covered by insurance plans? Extended medical? MSP?
13. Do you accept WCB/ICBC claims?
14. What are the length of sessions and average time frame for treatment?
15. What is the success rate with your clientele?
16. What is the cost for treatment?
17. What form of payment do you accept?
18. What kind of products do you sell?
19. What company do you represent?
20. What is the company’s background?
21. How long have they been established?