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Jessica da Silva,
Registered Massage Therapist
Jessica da Silva graduated from The Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy and became registered as a Registered Massage Therapist with the CMTO in 2019. She has personally experienced first hand the benefits massage therapy has to offer and grew a passion for it ever since. In her practice she likes to incorporate a variety of techniques and modalities including Swedish massage, Aromatherapy, Deep tissue, and Trigger Point Therapy as well as working with each individual client to encourage ergonomic activity in their day to day lives. Her treatments are focused on increasing circulation and decreasing sympathetic nervous system firing which promotes digestion and relaxation and is comfortable with both light and deep pressure depending on clients preference.
Jessica da Silva,
Registered Massage Therapist
Jessica da Silva graduated from The Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy and became registered as a Registered Massage Therapist with the CMTO in 2019. She has personally experienced first hand the benefits massage therapy has to offer and grew a passion for it ever since. In her practice she likes to incorporate a variety of techniques and modalities including Swedish massage, Aromatherapy, Deep tissue, and Trigger Point Therapy as well as working with each individual client to encourage ergonomic activity in their day to day lives. Her treatments are focused on increasing circulation and decreasing sympathetic nervous system firing which promotes digestion and relaxation and is comfortable with both light and deep pressure depending on clients preference.
Brittany Fernandes Sousa,
Registered Massage Therapist
Brittany is a licensed massage therapist dedicated to helping clients relieve stress and ease muscular tension through relaxation massage. Recently licensed, Brittany brings fresh knowledge and a passion for helping others feel their best, especially those dealing with low back pain and muscle tightness.
As an avid soccer player and fitness enthusiast, Brittany understands firsthand the importance of body care and recovery. This background allows her to incorporate sports-related techniques into massage sessions, promoting healing, flexibility, and overall well-being.
Whether you’re looking to unwind from daily stress or address chronic discomfort, Brittany provides a personalized, client-focused approach to massage therapy. Book a session today and experience the benefits of a therapeutic touch tailored to your needs!
Brittany Fernandes Sousa,
Registered Massage Therapist
Brittany is a licensed massage therapist dedicated to helping clients relieve stress and ease muscular tension through relaxation massage. Recently licensed, Brittany brings fresh knowledge and a passion for helping others feel their best, especially those dealing with low back pain and muscle tightness.
As an avid soccer player and fitness enthusiast, Brittany understands firsthand the importance of body care and recovery. This background allows her to incorporate sports-related techniques into massage sessions, promoting healing, flexibility, and overall well-being.
Whether you’re looking to unwind from daily stress or address chronic discomfort, Brittany provides a personalized, client-focused approach to massage therapy. Book a session today and experience the benefits of a therapeutic touch tailored to your needs!
Kavita Mathews,
Registered Massage Therapist
With several years of experience as a hands-on holistic practitioner and massage therapist, I understand the human body.
In my approach, every treatment is tailored to your unique needs - whether it's for relaxation, stress reduction, pain relief and management, or overall wellness.
Taking care of people is my passion. I am very committed to my work as it brings me great joy and fulfillment, especially when I know I've made a difference.
My treatments include:
Full body relaxation massage
Full body therapeutic massage
Facial tension relief massage (for stress, too much screen time, TMJ or teeth grinding)
Head, Neck, Shoulder massage
Feet Trigger Points (Reflexology)
Specific conditions such as Lumbar (low back) compression, Sciatica, Carpal tunnel, Plantar fasciitis and others.
Take control of your health; the power is within you.
Kavita Mathews,
Registered Massage Therapist
With several years of experience as a hands-on holistic practitioner and massage therapist, I understand the human body.
In my approach, every treatment is tailored to your unique needs - whether it's for relaxation, stress reduction, pain relief and management, or overall wellness.
Taking care of people is my passion. I am very committed to my work as it brings me great joy and fulfillment, especially when I know I've made a difference.
My treatments include:
Full body relaxation massage
Full body therapeutic massage
Facial tension relief massage (for stress, too much screen time, TMJ or teeth grinding)
Head, Neck, Shoulder massage
Feet Trigger Points (Reflexology)
Specific conditions such as Lumbar (low back) compression, Sciatica, Carpal tunnel, Plantar fasciitis and others.
Take control of your health; the power is within you.
Julie Ann Bantasan,
SMT (CC), Registered Massage Therapist
Julie Ann is a graduate of Oxford College and has a certification for Thai Massage Therapy given by the Traditional Thai Massage Therapy Association of Ontario. Julie is also a member of the Registered Massage Therapist Association of Ontario (RMTAO).
Julie’s passion to learn and help people gave her knowledge in hot stone, herbal compress, and aromatherapy. Her training in different massage techniques such as Thai and deep-tissue help her give what each patient needs.
She also has community event services experience which help her understand what a patient goes through thus giving them the care they not only need but deserve. These events include tending to AIDS patients organized by ACAS, Boyd conservation park walk where they gave massage therapy services to cancer patients, Grace Hospital event where medical staffs where given massage therapy services and Zoomer that tended to senior citizens.
Julie’s nursing background developed her understanding of what patients need thus giving them the proper care they need for a holistic way of life.
Julie Ann Bantasan,
SMT (CC), Registered Massage Therapist
Julie Ann is a graduate of Oxford College and has a certification for Thai Massage Therapy given by the Traditional Thai Massage Therapy Association of Ontario. Julie is also a member of the Registered Massage Therapist Association of Ontario (RMTAO).
Julie’s passion to learn and help people gave her knowledge in hot stone, herbal compress, and aromatherapy. Her training in different massage techniques such as Thai and deep-tissue help her give what each patient needs.
She also has community event services experience which help her understand what a patient goes through thus giving them the care they not only need but deserve. These events include tending to AIDS patients organized by ACAS, Boyd conservation park walk where they gave massage therapy services to cancer patients, Grace Hospital event where medical staffs where given massage therapy services and Zoomer that tended to senior citizens.
Julie’s nursing background developed her understanding of what patients need thus giving them the proper care they need for a holistic way of life.
Alexander (Alex) Scherger,
Registered Massage Therapist
Alex graduated from the University of Waterloo with an Honours degree in Kinesiology with Joint-Honours Psychology, before going on to study Massage Therapy at Sutherland-Chan in Toronto. Alex uses a client-centered and evidence-based approach to ensure his treatments provide his clients with the optimal outcome, regardless of their condition or needs. Alex’s treatments employ techniques from Swedish and deep tissue massage, joint mobilizations, myofascial stretching, hydrotherapy, and sports massage (to name a few). Additionally, he can provide any relevant self-care tips and therapeutic exercises that the client may need.
Some of his most memorable massage experiences include the 2017 BioSteel NHL camp, 2017 Invictus games, and the Palliative Care Unit at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. In his spare time, Alex enjoys playing board games, guitar, and attending concerts. Alex plays and coaches quidditch both locally (Valhalla Quidditch) and (inter)nationally.
Alexander (Alex) Scherger,
Registered Massage Therapist
Alex graduated from the University of Waterloo with an Honours degree in Kinesiology with Joint-Honours Psychology, before going on to study Massage Therapy at Sutherland-Chan in Toronto. Alex uses a client-centered and evidence-based approach to ensure his treatments provide his clients with the optimal outcome, regardless of their condition or needs. Alex’s treatments employ techniques from Swedish and deep tissue massage, joint mobilizations, myofascial stretching, hydrotherapy, and sports massage (to name a few). Additionally, he can provide any relevant self-care tips and therapeutic exercises that the client may need.
Some of his most memorable massage experiences include the 2017 BioSteel NHL camp, 2017 Invictus games, and the Palliative Care Unit at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. In his spare time, Alex enjoys playing board games, guitar, and attending concerts. Alex plays and coaches quidditch both locally (Valhalla Quidditch) and (inter)nationally.
Vicente Zabala,
SMT (CC), Registered Massage Therapist
Vicente is a graduate from Sutherland Chan School of Massage Therapy in Toronto. His interest includes sports specific massage which has allowed him to work with athletes. Vicente volunteers at sporting events supervising massage therapists’ students and most recently he was part of the medical team at the archery event during the Toronto 2015 PanAm Games.
During his free time, Vicente plays basketball and he is also a hiking enthusiast. He has completed Mt. Blanc, Machu Picchu and segments of the Appalachian and Bruce trails.
Vicente is a member of the Registered Massage Therapist Association of Ontario (RMTAO) and in good standing with the College of Massage Therapist of Ontario (CMTO).
Vicente Zabala,
SMT (CC), Registered Massage Therapist
Vicente is a graduate from Sutherland Chan School of Massage Therapy in Toronto. His interest includes sports specific massage which has allowed him to work with athletes. Vicente volunteers at sporting events supervising massage therapists’ students and most recently he was part of the medical team at the archery event during the Toronto 2015 PanAm Games.
During his free time, Vicente plays basketball and he is also a hiking enthusiast. He has completed Mt. Blanc, Machu Picchu and segments of the Appalachian and Bruce trails.
Vicente is a member of the Registered Massage Therapist Association of Ontario (RMTAO) and in good standing with the College of Massage Therapist of Ontario (CMTO).
Tyler Pham DC,
Licensed Chiropractor
Dr. Pham graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Science degree with Honours in Kinesiology and a minor in Rehabilitation, earning Honour Roll throughout his studies. His fascination and interest with the human body and wellness, led him to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, one of two chiropractic institutions in Canada.
With a strong commitment to patient-centered care, Dr. Pham works with each individual together, to develop a personalized treatment plan that achieves their goals. To stay sharp and provide the most effective care for his patients, Dr. Pham participates in Continuing Education courses, to keep up to date with current evidence-based research.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Pham takes a great interest in experiencing the cultural diversity the city has to offer, contributing his time to his community, and keeping up with the latest trends in pop culture.
Tyler Pham DC,
Licensed Chiropractor
Dr. Pham graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Science degree with Honours in Kinesiology and a minor in Rehabilitation, earning Honour Roll throughout his studies. His fascination and interest with the human body and wellness, led him to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, one of two chiropractic institutions in Canada.
With a strong commitment to patient-centered care, Dr. Pham works with each individual together, to develop a personalized treatment plan that achieves their goals. To stay sharp and provide the most effective care for his patients, Dr. Pham participates in Continuing Education courses, to keep up to date with current evidence-based research.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Pham takes a great interest in experiencing the cultural diversity the city has to offer, contributing his time to his community, and keeping up with the latest trends in pop culture.
Cindy (Ruwen) Yan,
R. Ac
I am a Registered Acupuncturist. I graduated from Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2017. I have treated patients with pain related illnesses and other health issues using acupuncture combined with other treatment modalities such as guasha. I enjoy helping people getting better and I also like to find new ways to improve my treatment methods.
In my spare time, I enjoy taking walks, reading books and watching TV shows.
Cindy (Ruwen) Yan,
R. Ac
I am a Registered Acupuncturist. I graduated from Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2017. I have treated patients with pain related illnesses and other health issues using acupuncture combined with other treatment modalities such as guasha. I enjoy helping people getting better and I also like to find new ways to improve my treatment methods.
In my spare time, I enjoy taking walks, reading books and watching TV shows.
Josephine Lau,
R. Ac
Josephine has a Bachelor of Science Honours degree majoring in Biology from Queen’s University. Her interest in fisheries biology led her to a mentorship under Dr. Bruce Tufts in the Queen’s University Freshwater Fisheries and Conservation Lab. During her time in Kingston, she was involved in volunteering for the QU Student Music Educator’s Association to sing to young toddlers, a paediatrics outpatient clinic to organize activities in the waiting room, and a student organized club to help promote environmentally friendly and sustainable products.
While shadowing healthcare practitioners during the summer months, Josephine discovered her interest in a more holistic approach to health care which led her to study Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture at Humber College. With her extensive training at the Humber Tzu Zhi Clinic and People With Aids Foundation, she was able to treat a wide range of conditions from MSK and pain management to digestive issues and mental health. Josephine continues to pursue continuing education in order to provide her patients with the best care possible and prioritizes patient comfort in her treatments.
Josephine Lau,
R. Ac
Josephine has a Bachelor of Science Honours degree majoring in Biology from Queen’s University. Her interest in fisheries biology led her to a mentorship under Dr. Bruce Tufts in the Queen’s University Freshwater Fisheries and Conservation Lab. During her time in Kingston, she was involved in volunteering for the QU Student Music Educator’s Association to sing to young toddlers, a paediatrics outpatient clinic to organize activities in the waiting room, and a student organized club to help promote environmentally friendly and sustainable products.
While shadowing healthcare practitioners during the summer months, Josephine discovered her interest in a more holistic approach to health care which led her to study Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture at Humber College. With her extensive training at the Humber Tzu Zhi Clinic and People With Aids Foundation, she was able to treat a wide range of conditions from MSK and pain management to digestive issues and mental health. Josephine continues to pursue continuing education in order to provide her patients with the best care possible and prioritizes patient comfort in her treatments.