OUR TEAM
Meet the Wellness Experts!
A woman-empowered comprehensive team of wellness practitioners delivering safe and effective health solutions.
At Atheria Wellness, you work with a team of fully-qualified healthcare professionals who provide customized wellness solutions to meet your specific needs.
Safe, personalized care comes first: all of our medical personnel are licensed nurses or nurse practitioners with decades of combined experience working in hospitals and clinics. This means all of our IVs and injections are administered by a medical professional who has the appropriate training, licensing, and proven experience in intravenous therapy.
Our wellness practitioners follow strict protocols and procedures to ensure safety during the IV process, so you can focus on living your life to the fullest with help from custom treatments and follow-ups!
CEO & Founder
Megan Balakas, BScN, RN
A former NCAA athlete and experienced RN, I've been in the healthcare industry for over 20 years! In addition to two Bachelor's degrees in Biology and Nursing, my experiences in the nursing and pharmaceutical industries in different healthcare systems have granted me a unique perspective on how best to serve individuals' needs.
I've had the fortune of working and living in both the US and Canada: I was born and raised in New Jersey then moved to Calgary, Alberta in 2010. Throughout my career I've been privileged to be part of frontline teams and groups working towards change behind the scenes, working in clinical research and drug safety throughout North America.
My professional career also includes experience in Emergency, Cardiology, Oncology, and Dermatology; most recently I was Research Director at the Prostate Cancer Centre in Calgary before moving to Ontario.
Self-care and overall wellness are important values that I strive for in my own life and aim for through our work at Atheria Wellness. Helping others reach their wellness goals is one way I live these values; I also spend a lot of time outdoors snowboarding, biking, hiking, and soaking up nature near mountains, lakes or the ocean.
Medical Director
Dinisha Patel, NP
Dinisha Patel is a Family Nurse Practitioner with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). She has taken on the new role as the Medical Director at Atheria Wellness clinic. She completed her Master of Science in Nursing (Family Nurse Practitioner) at D'Youville University in Buffalo, NY. Dinisha has experience working with all ages from newborn to geriatrics. Her optimal goal is to provide the best holistic care for her clients and to ensure the best quality of life!
Email Dinisha at dinisha@atheriawellness.com
Nurse Practitioner
Nicole Williams, NP
Nicole is originally South African but moved to Oakville when she was 8! She graduated from nursing school at Queen’s University before moving to Vancouver to complete her Masters of Science in Nursing from UBC. Nicole has always had a special interest in paediatrics and women’s health, and has worked at McMaster Children's Hospital and BC Children’s Hospital. She went on to complete her primary care nurse practitioner degree at McMaster University, and is now working at SickKids Hospital. Nicole looks forward to providing a holistic and functional approach to care at Atheria where she strives to make all patients feel empowered, validated, and cared for.
Email Nicole at nicole@atheriawellness.com
Nurse Practitioner
Nicolette Sheridan - NP
Nicolette is a Nurse Practitioner with a passion for helping individuals restore energy, vitality, and balance while bridging clinical excellence with holistic wellness. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at McMaster University, followed by extensive nursing experience in the ICU and PACU at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. She later earned her Primary Care Nurse Practitioner degree from Toronto Metropolitan University and has since worked across several primary care clinics, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. She has a passion for self-care and elevated care, creating a refined and supportive experience that empowers patients to feel their best.
Email Nicolette at nicolette@atheriawellness.com
Registered Nurse
Cassie Florida - RN
Cassie Florida was born and raised in Saskatchewan and began her nursing career in 2020. She started off in adult medicine and vascular surgery where she built upon the most essential nursing skills. Cassie then transitioned into pediatrics and found a deep love for the specialty. In 2022, she moved to Toronto and began at Toronto General Hospital revisiting adult medicine and honing in on her IV skills. Today, Cassie is happy to hold a position at Atheria Wellness while also working at The Hospital for Sick Children.
Cassie genuinely cares about the patient experience and creating a safe and comfortable environment. At Atheria Wellness, she looks forward to helping individuals make informed health decisions that empower them to feel their best!
Email Cassie at cassie@atheriawellness.com
Registered Nurse
Alli Sharman - RN
Allie is an Ontario native who has recently moved home from living in England for the last 3 years. She graduated with a bachelors degree in health science from Western University and a masters of nursing degree from Manchester University.
She has nursing experience in the emergency department and the intensive care unit where she has honed in on essential nursing and clinical skills. Allison has always enjoyed sport, wellness and taking care of the one body we are given and looks forward to contributing to holistic care outside of the hospital setting to help others feel their best!
Email Alli at alli@atheriawellness.com
Registered Nurse
Sonja Bagga- RN
Sonja is a Registered Nurse with five years of experience in emergency and oncology nursing, with specialized training in chemotherapy and infusion therapy. She currently practices at one of Toronto’s leading hospitals, where she continues to expand her clinical experience and passion for patient care.
Sonja believes that wellness should feel intentional, restorative, and deeply supportive of the body. Alongside her hospital work, she has developed a strong passion for preventative wellness and enjoys helping clients feel their best through personalized treatments that support energy, recovery, and overall wellbeing.
At Atheria, Sonja focuses on creating a calm and comfortable experience where clients feel safe, supported, and genuinely cared for.
She looks forward to welcoming clients who are
ready to prioritize their health and feel their best.
Email Sonja at sonja@atheriawellness.com
Registered Nurse
Gillian Labrie - RN
Gigi is a registered nurse originally from Montreal that moved to Toronto in high school. Throughout her 11 years as an emergency nurse at Toronto Western Hospital, she has developed invaluable skills and expertise in caring for patients of all ages. She holds a Bachelors of Biology and Nursing from Queen’s University. She moved to Vancouver in 2022 to complete her Masters of Science in Nursing from UBC. Now back in Toronto, she works as a Clinical Nurse Specialist for older adults with cancer at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Forever a proponent of holistic care, working at Atheria Wellness helps her maintain her hard earned nursing skills whilst providing care for clients to feel their best.
Email Gillian at gigi@atheriawellness.com
CAREERS
Help us deliver the Atheria Experience
Our team of wellness practitioners is always growing! If you're passionate about truly personalized wellness solutions, we'd love to hear from you and discuss how you can join us.