Meet our Practitioners

Rowena was born and raised in the Philippines. She spent 6 years working in Taiwan before moving to Canada in 2012. After working in the restaurant industry for eight years, she decided to pursue a different career—one that aligned with her passion for helping others. This led her to become a massage therapist, allowing her to support people on their wellness journeys, whether they seek relief from pain, relaxation, or improved mobility.

She completed the 2200-hour Massage Therapy program at ERP College and a current member in good standing with the Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA). Rowena's treatment style blends therapeutic and relaxation techniques, ensuring each session is customized to meet her clients' unique needs. She specialize in deep tissue massage and myofascial release. She is currently expanding her skills by training in cupping therapy.

Outside of massage therapy, Rowena loves spending quality time with her family and friends. She enjoys cooking, keeping her home clean and taking care of her children.

Emily completed her 3000-hour Registered Massage Therapy program at MaKami College in Calgary and is a good standing member of the CRMTA. With a deep understanding of the connection between body and mind, Emily is dedicated to helping her clients feel their best. She offers a range of treatments, including Swedish, deep tissue, cupping, and hot stone massage, tailoring each session to meet her clients’ individual needs. 

When she’s not working, Emily enjoys spending quality time with her family and animals.

Amandip Kaur Sangha was born in India, where she worked as a tuition teacher for 3 years. She came to Canada to explore new career paths. Initially, she worked as a truck dispatch. Later on and as time progressed, she decided to follow her dreams to become a massage therapist. In June 2024 she completed her Massage Therapy program at the Advance Institute of Wellness and Esthetics in Chestermere, Alberta. She specializes in Swedish, deep tissue, therapeutic massage, cupping, myofascial release therapy and trigger point therapy. 

In her spare times, she likes to spend time with her family as well as cooking, singing and travelling. 

Roda is originally from the Philippines but now calls Canada her home. She had previously worked in Taiwan but decided to move to "The Great White North" for better opportunities. Relying her previous experience as a massage therapist in the Philippines, she decided to continue her passion of helping others feel better by becoming an RMT in Canada. She  finished her Massage Therapy program at ERP College and is currently a member of good standing with the Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA) since 2022. 

Roda uses a variety of techniques in her treatments. She specialize in Deep Tissue,  Pregnancy, Myofascial and Trigger point therapy. She is well-rounded therapist and can adjust her treatment style depending on what the client needs. She is certified to do cupping and hot stone treatments. She also likes working with minors and kids.

In her spare time, Roda likes to cook and spend quality time with her kids.

Monique was born and raised in the Philippines. She graduated in ERP college, where she completed her Massage Therapy Program. She chose to become a massage therapist because of her passion of helping, caring, and treating people. She realizes the importance of massage and its positive effects physically, emotionally, and mentally to an individual. Monique is always looking forward to learning more techniques, knowledge, and new ways how to treat her clients well. She tailor fits every session according to her client’s concern and needs. May it be a relaxing massage after a tiring week or the relief from a chronic pain you have been praying for. Her specialties include Swedish, therapeutic, deep tissue, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy.

In her spare time, she enjoys travelling and spend time with his family and friends. She likes to cook, bake, and go camping. But her most favorite thing to do on her day offs is to watch movies with her family.

Gracie finished  the Advance Massage Therapy Program at ABM College in 2020. She likes to give personalized treatments to her clients and believes that a healing touch makes a big impact on peoples' lives. She finds fulfillment and happiness in knowing that she is able to help.

Her skillset includes Swedish relaxation, deep tissue, myofascial and trigger point therapy. She uses heat on most of her sessions. Gracie is certified to perform dynamic cupping and plans to continue learning more modalities to add to her repertoire.   

Outside the treatment room, Gracie is very outgoing. She enjoys singing karaoke, going to the gym and doing Zumba to stay in shape.

Rose finished the 2200-hour Massage Therapy program of ABM College. She is a member of good standing with the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC). Caring for others is innate to her as she also a Health Care Aide and owns a degree in Midwifery in the Philippines. Wanting to continue her career in health care in Canada, Rose chose Massage Therapy as an opportunity to help people achieve total wellness.

Her skills include Swedish and Non-Swedish Technique, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Release. She uses Deep Tissue Massage to address discomforts associated with muscular over-use and chronic pain conditions. She is also certified to perform dynamic cupping treatments.

On her off days, Rose likes to spend time with her family and friends.

Jona came from a family of medical professionals in the Philippines. She was a  nurse before she moved to Canada for a better future. She found her calling for massage therapy and she finished the  2245-hr massage therapy program of East West College. She is a registered member of good standing with the National Health Practitioner of Canada (NHPC).

She became an RMT to broaden her horizons and help people who are suffering from pain, recovering from injuries and to relieve them from daily stress. Jona uses wide range of techniques in her practice. She is trained to do Swedish, Therapeutic, relaxation and Deep tissue massage. She also received training in other modalities such as advance myofascial cupping, Hot and Cold Stone Massage. 

She is self motivated, caring, passionate and an outgoing person. During her off days, she mostly spends her time with her family.

Melissa finished the Massage Therapy program of Makami College in Calgary. She is an active member of CRMTA. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree In Nursing in the Philippines in 2008 and volunteered in hospitals there for three years. After a decade of being a nurse, she decided to take Massage Therapy, where she discovered her true calling as a therapist.

Melissa draws motivation to give her best treatment every time from her first client, which was her mom. It reminded her that clients are tired, exhausted, and suffering from pain because of work and taking care of their family. This fuels her drive to go the extra mile to help and assist people with fast healing by offering them quality treatment using a combination of Swedish, Deep tissue, Stretching, and some modalities.

She continues to learn and take continuing education courses to further enhance her skills. Her goal is to make each of her clients experience comfort, long-lasting results and relaxation in every treatment.

Ruel finished the 2200-hour massage therapy program from ERP College. He is a member of good standing with the Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA). He was born and raised in the Philippines but moved to Canada in 2014 to work as a restaurant manager. He found his calling in massage therapy and decided to completely change his career. He believes that through massage, he'll be able to help his family and other people improve their health and wellness.

His skill set includes trigger point release, myofascial work and ischemic compressions among others. He is adept to do therapeutic, relaxation and deep tissue treatments. His goal for every treatment is to help reduce pain and the physiological burdens of stress and anxiety. He is passionately dedicated to his career and always trying to improve and learn new things. 

In his spare time, Ruel loves watching movies and being on social media. Having over 41,000 followers on various social media platforms , Ruel likes to post positive and happy contents to inspire people.

Analiza was born and raised in the Philippines. She came from a family of healers. Her mother was a faith healer while her father practiced traditional
healing in the Philippines. Being around her parents, she developed an interest in helping other people to feel better. She studied massage therapy in the Philippines and decided to pursue it when she moved with her daughter to Canada in 2010. She took the 3000-hour Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy Program at Makami College and graduated in 2016.

With a couple of years now under her belt, Ana is skilled in lymphatic massage, prenatal, hot stone, cupping treatments. She specializes in deep tissue massage and stretching to help increase mobility and flexibility of a
tight muscle. She listens to her clients' concerns in order to address painful and troublesome areas. She always make sure that her clients are comfortable with her and relaxed throughout their treatment.

On her off days, Ana loves spending time with her family and friends doing outdoor activities like fishing, camping, hiking, and long drives. She  also loves to sing and dance and hang out with her close friends.

Frederick graduated from CDI college’s massage therapy diploma program. He has a B.Sc in Physical Therapy from the the Philippines. When he arrived in Canada, he chose to become a massage therapist so he could continue his quest to help people with their health and wellness goals. Frederick is a goal orientated therapist who uses soft tissue manipulation, anywhere from deep tissue to relaxation, in order to address the primary concerns of his clients and create a plan to manage it.

Frederick is kind and easy to get along with. In his spare time, he enjoys exploring food and photography and has over 200 vintage film cameras in his collection.

Brianne is a Calgary born and raised RMT. She graduated from the Foothills College of Massage Therapy in 2006 and is a member in good standing of the CMMOTA Massage Association. Even with her vast years of experience, Brianne feels that there is still so much to learn and love about massage.

From an early age, Brianne has been fascinated by the intricacies of the human body and how with the proper manipulation pain could be relieved. Brianne always knew she wanted to work in a positive, peaceful, and highly rewarding career. After some research and encouragement from RMT friends, she decided that becoming an RMT would fulfill her goal of helping others achieve a better quality of life. Brianne’s extensive continuing education includes skills in Dynamic Cupping, Hot Stone Therapy, Pre & Postnatal Massage, Myofascial Release, and Manual Lymphatic Drainage. Whether the guest’s goal is purely to melt away stress through a relaxing massage or to work out those stubborn trigger points, Brianne is eager to help!

Sai completed the Advanced Massage Therapy program at ABM College in February 2020. He strongly believes that his education, clinical practicum, and outreach exposures provided him with enough knowledge and expertise in treating and creating treatment plans for specific clients.

His treatment is a mixture of Swedish and Non-Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Released, Relaxation, Hydrotherapy and Stretching techniques to provide therapeutic and relaxing massages. As an RMT, he is passionate and motivated to help and aid clients experiencing everyday life stress, tension and pain. He strives to achieve natural health healing care for his client with quality treatments.

When not at work Sai enjoys spending time with the family, and going to the gym whenever he can.

Norman is a registered massage therapist since February 2020. He finished his 2200 massage therapy program in ABM college where he learned Swedish massage techniques and treatment plans in treating specific clients. He strongly believes that his education and practicum experience equipped him with so many knowledge and expertise in treating people with body pain and making their lives better than ever.

In his spare time, Norman loves travelling, hiking, and watching movies with his family and friends.

Ian was a former banker and a restaurant manager that was born and raised in the Philippines. In pursue of greener pastures and better future for his family, they moved to Canada and arrived as landed immigrants in 2013. Having to start from scratch, Ian utilized his skills in cooking and his vast experience in customer service to work on various jobs until deciding to pursue a different career. He chose to be a massage therapist because it enables him to help other people and still have time to take care of his family.  A self confessed "massage addict" himself, Ian went to ABM College and completed 2355-hours of the massage therapy program and was immediately hired as the student clinic supervisor after his graduation. 

Ian uses wide range of techniques to loosen muscles and connective tissues to help decrease pain, address dysfunctions and reduce tension. He always incorporate stretching in his massage sessions. He specializes in deep tissue massage, myofascial release and stretching but also likes to do relaxation and sports massage. He structures his treatment base on what the client wants and needs. He is continually trying to learn other modalities like cupping and hot stone among others in order to help him in his practice. 

He speaks Tagalog, Bisaya (southern Filipino dialect) and English. On his spare time, he loves to cook and listen to music. He keeps himself fit by going to the gym as much as he can to work out.

Eliana was born in Lima, Peru. She was a kindergarten teacher for more than 18 years and has developed the capacity to understand what clients need and what is best for them. Eliana was the first student to her practicum at Massage Addict Sunridge! Once she completed her 2200 hours, she was hired on immediately. Eliana is always looking to implement new techniques to her repertoire to provide a higher level of relaxation. She specializes in hot stone, cupping, deep tissue and stretching techniques. 

Cherryl was born in the Philippines, a country that she is so proud of! She worked in Japan for 3 years and loved living with different cultures and languages. Cherryl enjoys working with people and is driven to offer clients the most effective  and safest care possible and wants each client to feel comfortable and at ease. Cherryl can treat clients with a wide variety of conditions such as Musculoskeletal Injury, Condition of Peripheral Nervous System, Postural Dysfunction by using variety of techniques such as Swedish and Non Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point released, Relaxation, Hydrotherapy and Stretching.  

Gary is a Registered Massage Therapist who graduated from ABM College in 2015. With more than 10 years of experience working with a diverse range of clients, Gary is passionate about helping individuals reduce pain, relieve tension and achieve a greater sense of relaxation and well-being.

Gary believes that massage therapy is an effective way to address the physical stresses and muscle tension that build up from everyday activities. His goal is to help clients feel better, move more comfortably and leave each treatment feeling refreshed and restored.

His areas of practice include therapeutic massage, hot stone massage, cupping therapy, traditional Thai yoga stretching and assisted stretching. Gary tailors each treatment to the individual needs of his clients, combining his knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills to provide effective and personalized care.

Known for his friendly, compassionate and professional approach, Gary strives to create a welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable and supported throughout their wellness journey. He is committed to helping every client achieve their treatment goals and experience the many benefits of massage therapy.

Jackeline Vega recently completed the 3,000-hour Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy Program at MaKami College and is an active member of the CRMTA.

Originally from Colombia, Jackeline worked as a physical and respiratory physiotherapist for more than eight years, gaining extensive experience in physical rehabilitation. Throughout her career, she worked with people of all ages, helping them improve their mobility, function, and overall quality of life.

Driven by her passion for health and wellness, she chose to continue her professional journey in Canada through massage therapy. She enjoys helping clients relieve pain, reduce stress, and improve their physical and emotional well-being.

Her treatments incorporate a variety of techniques, including therapeutic massage, relaxation massage, deep tissue massage, myofascial release, cupping therapy, hot stone massage, and pediatric massage. She tailors each treatment to meet the individual needs of her clients.

Proud of her Latin roots, Jackeline brings warmth, empathy and positive energy to every session. She prides herself on creating a welcoming and restorative experience for each client.

Jerome is a Registered Massage Therapist who graduated as part of the inaugural class of Robertson College's Calgary campus in 2020. With six years of clinical experience, he is dedicated to helping clients improve their health, mobility and overall well-being through evidence-informed massage therapy treatments.

Before becoming an RMT, Jerome was an internationally educated nurse and a member of the International Nurses Association in New York. His healthcare background provides him with a strong understanding of the human body and a client-centered approach to care. He is fluent in English, French and Filipino languages. He enjoys connecting with clients from diverse backgrounds

Jerome's interest in massage therapy began after experiencing the benefits firsthand following a rear-end motor vehicle collision in 2017. Through physiotherapy and massage therapy treatments, he gained a deep appreciation for how manual therapy can support recovery, reduce pain and improve quality of life. This experience inspired him to pursue a career in massage therapy and help others achieve similar results.

Jerome is certified in myofascial cupping and K-taping, which he incorporates into treatment plans when appropriate. He is committed to providing personalized care tailored to each client's individual needs and goals.

Outside the clinic, Jerome enjoys watching documentaries focused on human nature and psychology, playing remote-controlled vehicles and exploring architecture. He is proud to be part of the Massage Addict family and looks forward to helping clients on their wellness journey.

Kulwinder is a graduate of AIWE College and a member in good standing of the Canadian Massage & Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA). She is dedicated to providing professional, client-focused care and helping clients achieve their health and wellness goals.

Her background as an esthetician sparked her interest in bodywork and holistic wellness, leading her to pursue a career in massage therapy. Kulwinder specializes in Therapeutic and Deep Tissue Massage. She tailors each treatment to address her clients’ specific needs. Her goal is to provide effective, results-driven treatments in a comfortable and supportive environment. 

Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, being with nature and learning from new experiences and people. These activities help her maintain a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

Sui is a Registered Massage Therapist and a member in good standing with the College of Registered Massage Therapists of Alberta (CRMTA). She completed her Massage Therapy education at Makami College. She began her journey with our clinic as a student therapist before joining the team as a full-time RMT.

Originally from Myanmar, Sui worked as a teacher before moving to Canada. Her passion for helping others, combined with her naturally caring and compassionate nature, inspired her to pursue a career in massage therapy. She is dedicated to helping clients achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized, client-centered care.

Sui specializes in therapeutic massage, trigger point therapy, cupping therapy, and hot stone treatments. She strives to create a welcoming and supportive environment where they can relax, heal and feel their best.

Outside of work, Sui enjoys listening to music, being actively involved in her church, volunteering within the community, and spending quality time with her family.

Originally from Montreal, Dany is a bilingual RMT who is fluent in both French and English. A graduate of MaKami College (2016), she offers a variety of treatments including Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Relaxation Massage, Hot Stone Therapy, Cupping Therapy and massages for children.

Passionate about health and wellness, Dany enjoys helping clients reduce pain, improve mobility and achieve greater overall well-being. 

Outside of the clinic, she enjoys cycling, hiking, and exploring his love of cooking.

Phalynn attended Makami College's 3000-hour Massage Therapy program. She is a member of the CRMTA and is passionate about helping clients reduce pain, relieve tension and improve mobility through massage therapy. 

Her treatment style is client-focused and tailored to individual needs, with an emphasis on both therapeutic and relaxation work. She offers Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, sports massage techniques, therapeutic stretching, cupping therapy and hot stone therapy.

In her free time, she enjoys going to the gym, staying active and cooking and baking at home. She values maintaining a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

Joana is a dedicated and compassionate Registered Massage Therapist who is passionate about helping clients achieve pain relief, reduce stress, improve mobility and support their overall wellness. She is finished her massage therapy program at ERP College in Calgary and is a member of good standing with the NHPC. She specializes in prenatal massage, therapeutic massage, deep tissue massage, and cupping therapy.

Joana takes a personalized, client-centered approach to care, tailoring each treatment to meet the unique needs of every individual. Whether working with expectant mothers seeking comfort during pregnancy, clients recovering from physical strain, or those managing chronic muscle tension and pain, she strives to provide effective treatments that promote both healing and relaxation.

Joana is committed to creating a professional, comfortable and welcoming environment. She combines therapeutic techniques with a caring touch to help clients feel their best and enjoy a healthier, more balanced lifestyle.

Rajwinder is a graduate of the Massage Therapy diploma program at MCG Career College. She is a member with good standing of the Canadian Massage and Manual  Osteopathic Therapists of Alberta (CMMOTA). She also holds an Advanced Diploma in Aesthetics and Hair Designing from Orane Institute in India.

Inspired by the positive impact massage therapy can have on both physical and emotional well-being, Rajwinder is dedicated to helping clients feel their best through personalized, client-centered care. Her treatment approach combines relaxation with therapeutic techniques tailored to each individual's needs and wellness goals.

Rajwinder is trained in Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, hot stone therapy, cupping, prenatal massage, and myofascial release. She strives to create a comfortable and restorative treatment experience while supporting her clients on their journey toward improved health and well-being.

Outside of her practice, Raj enjoys continuing her education, cooking and spending time outdoors.

Evie is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) who graduated from the 3000-hour Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy program at MaKami College and is a proud member of the CRMTA. Passionate about helping others feel their best, she is dedicated to improving mobility, reducing pain and tension and supporting overall health and wellness through personalized therapeutic care.

Evie’s approach combines an intuitive, restorative touch with focused, results-oriented techniques to create treatments that are both deeply relaxing and highly effective. She tailors each session to her clients’ individual needs and goals, whether they are seeking stress relief, recovery from physical strain, or ongoing wellness support.
Her areas of practice include relaxation massage, deep tissue massage, therapeutic massage, cupping therapy and hot stone treatments. She is trained in Swedish massage, deep tissue techniques, and myofascial release, allowing her to provide comprehensive care for a wide range of conditions and concerns.
Outside of her practice, she enjoys studying body mechanics, exploring wellness techniques and staying active to continuously enhance the healing experience she provides to her clients.

With over 30 years of experience, Stacey is a skilled and intuitive massage therapist dedicated to supporting overall well-being. She specializes in Swedish, relaxation, therapeutic, and deep tissue massage, as well as hot stone therapy, prenatal massage, and cupping.

Her approach is personalized and results-driven, combining extensive knowledge with a compassionate touch to meet each client’s unique needs. Whether you’re seeking relief from tension or simply looking to relax, Stacey provides a welcoming space for healing and balance.

Mandy studied Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) in Hong Kong Baptist University for bachelor degree and Chinese University of Hong Kong for Master's degree. She started her practice in June 2008 and have over 10 years experiences in both Acupuncture and TCM. Mandy believes in helping the body heal naturally without the use of chemical medicine and she likes Acupuncture as it basically have no side effect. Besides Acupuncture, Mandy also use cupping, Gua-Sha and herbal medicine as treatment methods.

Acupuncture is helpful in alleviating the symptoms of many diseases like musculoskeletal disorders including sciatica, frozen shoulder, ligament sprain, disc disease, osteoarthritis; gynecology diseases and even preventive treatment - rejuvenation of the body by adjusting the flow of energy and blood.

She speaks Cantonese, Mandarin and English. On her off days, she like cooking, hiking and reading.

Michelle is excited to join the team at Massage Addict. She offers clients the opportunity to experience foot reflexology, a relaxing therapy that contributes to overall wellbeing. A graduate from the Canadian Reflexology School. From childhood Michelle was exposed to the benefits of reflexology through her mother, as well as a grandmother figure that later started a reflexology school in South America. Michelle, whose passion for travel led her to spend many years in the tourism industry, is now glad to realize her childhood goal of becoming a Certified Reflexologist. Working with her hands on the feet to bring relaxation to people in a different way! Michelle spent time travelling, volunteering and teaching English in South America. She eagerly seeks to help people put their feet forward to wellness through the ancient art of reflexology.