Meet our Practitioners

Hello, my name is Luc Gionet. I graduated from the Eastern college massage therapy program in 2025. There I developed the skills of swedish massage therapy and learned the techniques of a safe and effective massage treatment. I believe massage is an integral part of a holistic health plan and in each person's individual treatment needs. I love baking, being in the sun and my two dogs. I look forward to being part of your healing journey.

That is why Angel is eager to get to know her clientele and create personalized treatment plans for them, whether it is to help treat a painful chronic condition or just to help relieve some stress.

David Simpson is a dedicated massage therapist with a unique and inspiring journey. Raised on a farm in Saskatchewan, David developed a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for community from an early age. His sense of adventure and commitment to service led him to sail the Atlantic with the Royal Canadian Navy, an experience that shaped his resilience and broadened his perspective.
In 2025, David graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, where he refined his skills in therapeutic and relaxation-focused treatments. He is passionate about providing personalized care in calming, client-centered environments, helping individuals restore balance and well-being.

David is also an active community volunteer, serving with St. John Ambulance as a Medical First Responder. Through his work, both professionally and as a volunteer, he continues to demonstrate a deep commitment to health, care, and service.

Madison is a graduate of Eastern College in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Her massage therapy skills range from therapeutic massage and relaxation- to deep tissue muscles/ joint focus. Madison is grateful she can help clients achieve their goals, whether it’s rehabilitation or therapeutic massage she strives to compose a massage that targets a positive solution. Massage Therapy has provided beneficial qualities for her own life and she would like to be able to share those experiences with others.

Madison’s goal is to further strengthen her skills and widen her offerings. She looks forward to meeting you!

Kayte graduated from the Eastern College Massage Therapy program with distinction. She is a member of the Massage Therapy Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS). After being surrounded by family working in the healthcare field, she decided that she wanted to pursue a similar career, but with a more holistic approach. 

Throughout her academic journey she developed an interest and skill set for: 

• Myofascial Release
• Trigger Point Therapy
• General Swedish Massage
• Deep Tissue Therapy
• Active and Passive Stretching
• Hydrotherapy

Kayte is passionate about offering personalized treatments to alleviate stress, tension, chronic injuries, and overall muscle discomfort. She strives to create a client focused care by providing a relaxing and rejuvenating experience for each of her clients.

My name is Sean Irwin, and I’m a Registered Massage Therapist who graduated with distinction in 2023, also receiving the Award of Excellence for the program. I have been on the board of directors of Massage Therapist Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS) since 2024. I’m passionate about helping people move freely, reduce pain, and reconnect with their bodies through advanced myofascial therapy techniques.

Who Can Benefit:

This approach is especially effective for individuals experiencing:

• Chronic pain or muscle tension
• Postural imbalances
• Headaches, TMJ dysfunction, or jaw pain
• Restricted range of motion
• Post-surgical or scar-related adhesions
• Recovery from injuries or whiplash
• Stress-related tension and fatigue

Advanced Myofascial Certifications:

I’ve completed advanced training to deepen my understanding of fascia and its role in overall well-being. My certifications include:

• Light Touch Myofascial Release for Shoulder Pathologies
• Scar Adhesion Release
• Light Touch Myofascial Therapy for TMJ Dysfunction
• 360 Client Care: Comprehensive Assessment and Treatment Planning
• Fascial Approach: Head, Neck, and Jaw
• Pelvic Rebalancing with Light Touch Myofascial Release
• Fascial Approach: Whiplash Associated Disorder

Every session is tailored to meet your individual needs, combining clinical precision with a gentle, intuitive approach. My goal is to create lasting improvements in movement, comfort, and overall quality of life—helping you feel at ease in your body again.

Larissa is a Registered Massage Therapist from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. She graduated from the 2200hour Massage Therapy program at Eastern College with honors with distinction. She is a member of the massage therapist’s association of Nova Scotia (MTANS). 

Larissa was drawn to the field of massage therapy and its holistic approach to healing by her passion for health and fitness as she realizes how important recovery and maintenance of muscle health is. 

Her goal is to provide personalized care, tailored to each client’s unique needs by combining evidence-based practices with empathy and compassion. 

She is skilled in:

• General Swedish Massage
• Deep Tissue Therapy
• Cupping Therapy
• Myofascial Release
• Active And Passive Stretching
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Hydrotherapy

April Graduated from Eastern College Massage Therapy Program with honors.Member of Massage Therapy Association of Nova Scotia.I have worked as a continuing care assistant for 12 years; in that time, I had the joy of helping the elderly live happily and safely in their homes. What I realized during this time was how important mobility and taking care of ourselves really is. I chose to take the massage program so that I could help anyone looking to stay mobile, regain mobility, reduce sudden aches and pains, relieve chronic pain, and to alleviate stress so they can enjoy life to the fullest. I have learned so much during my training to become a Massage Therapist, and I look forward to advancing my skills so that I can give my clients the best treatments possible for their goals.

I have been trained in:

• General Swedish Massage
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Fascial Techniques
• Deep Tissue Techniques
• Hydrotherapy
• Active/Passive Stretching Techniques

Greetings! I’m Susan. I graduated from Foothills College of Massage Therapy in Calgary AB, in 2001 and have been a full-time Registered Massage Therapist ever since. I have been a member in good standing with the NHPC since 2000. I have 20+ years of experience treating a wide variety of conditions in both clinical and spa environments. I take the time to listen to my client’s concerns so I can tailor their treatment specifically to their condition(s), whether that be a musculoskeletal issue, an hour of relaxation so they can leave the cares of the world behind, or something in between. I am honoured my clients allow me to be a part of their healing journey, whatever that may be. I specialize in upper body treatments of the neck and jaw and in CranioSacral Therapy (CST). Please see the list below for the modalities I perform. I am currently enrolled in a Counselling Diploma program with the hope of someday combining CST with counseling for a total body and mind approach to healing.

I look forward to meeting you!

• Therapeutic massage (specializing in neck, shoulders and TMJ)
• Swedish Relaxation Massage
• CranioSacral Therapy
• Pregnancy Massage
• Hot Stone Massage
• Trigger Points
• Myofascial Release

Experienced in treating:

• Whiplash
• Stress/tension headaches
• Migraines
• Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
• TMJ
• Concussions
• Pregnancy
• Stress

Hi there, my name is Erynn. I am from Dartmouth and I am a member of MTANS. I graduated from Massage Therapy at ICT Northumberland College. Upon graduating, I was awarded the Massage Therapy Association of Nova Scotia Award of Excellence.

During my studies, I had the opportunity to take on a sports elective. The elective allowed me to explore the depths of pre-game and post-game massages for athletes on the Halifax Thunderbirds, Hurricanes, and Moosehead teams. I have also volunteered at local nursing homes in Halifax, providing massages for residents and staff.

I believe that a hands approach does help heal. I dedicate a lot of my time listening to my clients so that I can form effective treatment plans focusing on a variety of fascial, general Swedish, and Thai techniques while providing a safe and relaxing experience.

I graduated from Eastern College Halifax completing the 2 year massage therapy program. Being the last generation of the Baby Boomer population, personal pain management became more important to me. I’ve always had a connection to the older generation, growing up in a small community. Many in this generation believe, muscle aches and pain, was just a part of growing old. To just push thru the muscle aches and pain. I realized when I first experienced massage, that this was not the case. Massage, has in the last 2 years, helped me personally deal with my own muscular and joint pain. Todays Baby Boomers and aging seniors are of a much younger mind set and choose to stay healthy and more active. Sometimes our muscle doesn’t agree with our choice of activity to stay fit. I believe our pain can be managed through massage therapy, maintenance and educating our clients with home-care.

I am trained in general Swedish Massage, Myofascial trigger Point therapy, MLD, Deep Tissue, Relaxation massage, Therapeutic massage and Hydrotherapy.

Condition I have treated:

• M.S.
• Whiplash
• Hyperkyphosis/Lordosis
• Frozen shoulder/Rotator cuff injury
• Piriformis syndrome
• TMJ
• Achilles Tendonitis
• Plantar Fasciitis

I enjoy woodworking, Christmas crafts, love animals, especially my 3 cats, love to give my senior cat massages help with his achy muscles/joints. I enjoy taking Sunday drives along the coast line and winding roads, looking for flee market, yard sales and meeting interesting new people. I believe in seeing the best in everyone.

I look forward to seeing you in clinic!

• Graduated ICT Northumberland College
• Member of MTANS
• Successfully completed field placement with the Halifax Rainmen professional basketball team
• Deep tissue massage
• Sports massage
• Myofascial release
• Relaxation massage
• Pregnancy
• General swedish massage
• Specialized training in Oncology Massage (cancer patients) including survivors, care givers and family

Member of MTANS. I graduated from ICT Northumberland College of Massage Therapy in 2007. After 12 years of practice I see how interconnected our stress, injuries and chronic pain are. I use a combination of everything I’ve learned over the years to make each treatment inspired and healing. 

I am skilled in the following modalities:

• Therapeutic massage
• General Swedish Massage
• Relaxation Massage
• John F. Barnes Myofascial Release
• Deep tissue massage
• Pregnancy massage
• Suikodo
• Hawaiin Temple Style Lomi Lomi Massage
• Shiatsu Approach to overall health and well being
• Advanced Assesment of the Shoulder
• Advanced Assessment of the Pelvis
• Banyan Thia Foot Reflexology
• Banyan Thia Massage on the Table
• Usui Reiki, 1st and 2nd degree
• Therapeutic Touch, Levels 1 and 2 
• I also have experience treating the following conditions:
• Sciatica
• Frozen Shoulder
• Platar Fasciitis
• MS
• PTSD
• Whiplash
• TMJ
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)

Mohit Nirala recently graduated with distinction from the 2200-hour Massage Therapy program at Eastern College in Halifax and is a member of the Massage Therapists' Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS). He discovered his calling for massage therapy after realizing its powerful effects—not only in easing pain but also in restoring balance, improving movement, and relieving everyday stress. Mohit's approach is straightforward: he prioritizes listening, treating with purpose, and creating an environment where clients can fully relax, recover, and feel empowered in their healing. He offers treatments tailored to each client's specific goals, whether they require deep tissue work, targeted therapeutic care, or simply some time to unwind. Mohit's training includes techniques such as Swedish massage, deep tissue techniques, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, hydrotherapy, active and passive stretching, and relaxation and therapeutic massage. He has experience working with various conditions, including TMJ dysfunction, frozen shoulder, sciatica, tension headaches, plantar fasciitis, postural imbalances, and muscle strains and fascial restrictions.

Committed to continuous learning, Mohit aims to provide effective, evidence-based care delivered with compassion and professionalism. His goal is to help clients feel better in their bodies—whether that involves alleviating pain, managing stress, or simply taking time for self-care. He looks forward to helping individuals feel better, move better, and live better.

Jennifer has 20-plus years of experience in a variety of client-centered care environments, providing services to enhance overall fitness, health, and well-being. Her past service as a regular force army member and fitness standards team lead with the Department of National Defence has contributed to her deep understanding of the importance of body movement, with a focus on stretching and flexibility to maintain a healthy range of motion, coordination, and balance. Jennifer has advocated for and developed programs for clients with seizure disorder and brain injury, and can easily pivot and adapt to meet people where they are with their goals and expected outcomes, both in sport and in activities of daily living. Also, as an avid golfer, hiker, kickboxing enthusiast, and self-proclaimed racquet sport fanatic, who may have had an injury or two along the way, she has firsthand experience with the benefits of good stretching and flexibility practice…or the prevention of injury.

Dr. Trevor Neable completed his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Guelph in Ontario. Following this, he pursued his dream of becoming a Chiropractor by attending the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.

Dr. Neable is originally from London, Ontario but grew up in Huntington Beach, California. Three years ago he traveled out East in his 1983 Volkswagen Vanagon and fell in love with Nova Scotia and the sense of community within it. He is excited to finally live and call the Maritimes home.

Dr. Neable believes in evidence-based and patient-centered care. He is a certified Functional Integrated Acupuncture provider. Dr. Neable treats each patient as a unique individual, and uses a combination of manual therapy, exercises, acupuncture and other therapeutic modalities to achieve the patients' goals.

When Dr. Neable is not in the office serving the community of HRM, he enjoys surfing, playing hockey, travelling, and exploring the outdoors.

Marie Zanol is a seasoned acupuncturist and wellness advocate with over two decades of experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Diploma of Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (DTCM) from the Tzu Chi International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Vancouver, Marie is dedicated to guiding individuals towards optimal health and balance.

Marie's approach to healing combines acupuncture, cupping, infrared heat therapy and acupressure. With a focus on personalized care, she tailors treatment plans to address a variety of health concerns, from pain management to women's health, stress and mental-emotional concerns. Her commitment goes beyond professional practice; she is a practitioner who lives the principles of holistic well-being daily.

Marie is a world traveler who has made Nova Scotia her home for the past five years. As a Registered Acupuncturist with the Nova Scotia Association of Acupuncturists, she seamlessly integrates her diverse expertise into the local health and wellness community.

Marie believes in empowering clients with knowledge, offering nutrition, exercise and acupressure guidance, and facilitating connections with other healthcare practitioners. Contact Marie today to begin your transformation towards a healthier, more balanced life. Your path to wellness starts here.