Massage Therapy has a surprisingly huge scope of practice, making it an excellent choice for not only relaxation purposes, but therapeutic ones as well. Classically, it uses Swedish massage techniques to help relax tight muscles and improve localized circulation. It can also be very therapeutic in nature and use more advanced techniques such as joint mobilizations (<grade 4), myofascial release, hydrotherapy, craniosacral release… you name it!
Every therapist has their own style and finesse (as with most things in life) which is a huge benefit for clients who are looking for something different than what they already have, or maybe just getting their feet wet. Finding someone you connect with who will be able to modify and adapt according to your various needs at each appointment is important.
For more information on Massage Therapy please visit the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario website or the Ontario Massage Therapy Association‘s website.
Meet our Massage Therapists
Justine is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) whom has worked with clients of varying activity levels and focuses mostly on therapeutic massage. Clients who have had surgeries, concussions, minor strains or sprains, and a plethora of other ailments have entrusted her as one of their rehabilitation team.
She has a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from the University of Guelph and a Bachelor of Education from Lakehead University. She graduated with Honours from the massage therapy program at Georgian College. She currently is qualified to use Swedish massage, fascial stretch therapy, cupping, and instrument assisted soft-tissue mobilization in her practice.
When Justine is not working you can find her: reading, playing fast-pitch, at the gym, and spending time with her family, her dog, and her two cats.
Heather is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy and received her Massage Therapy registration in 2000. She provides therapeutic and relaxation treatments with a holistic approach, focusing on the health and wellness of the body and mind. She helps clients alleviate and manage chronic pain, headaches, increase mobility and flexibility, and decrease feelings of stress and anxiety. She incorporates home care into treatment plans, using deep stretching techniques to help prolong the beneficial effects of Massage Therapy.
She is a passionate, lifelong learner who has continued education as means to pursue her many interests. This includes the study of Reflexology and earning diplomas in both Holistic Nutrition and Diabetes Education. She approaches her own self-care holistically, utilizing the regular practice of yoga and meditation to nurture her physical, mental and emotional health and well-being.
Birgit has been an RMT since 1988 when Massage Therapy was in its infancy in Ontario. She owned a clinic and worked full-time in Waterloo for 10 years. Since then, she has been working part-time. She uses essential oils in combinations with deep-tissue massage to help her clients walk away feeling their best.
As a young girl growing up in Germany, Massage Therapy treatments became a key part of Birgit’s health regime. She has been interested in natural therapies and healing ever since. Her clinical focus is on helping clients suffering from low back, spine, hip, knee, shoulder, and neck dysfunctions. She also does relaxation treatments to help alleviate muscular tension from stress.
Birgit is bilingual, speaking both German and English. When she is not doing massage, you can find her on the family farm, selling strawberries on their Erie St. strawberry farm, or spending time with her family.
Hannah graduated from TriOs College and became a Registered Massage Therapist in 2024. She began her career in a gym setting, supporting athletes with performance and recovery. She also has experience working with individuals with physical and developmental disabilities, a community she loved being part of, and she welcomes clients of all abilities into her practice. Her treatments draw on Swedish and deep tissue techniques, trigger point therapy, and targeted stretching to reduce pain and improve mobility.
After starting a family, Hannah expanded her practice to include maternal and infant care. She enjoys supporting clients through all stages of life and is committed to helping people move, feel, and live better.