Our Registered Massage Therapists
Kendra Oliver-Dares, Registered Massage Therapist
Kendra graduated in July 2015 from ITC Northumberland College School of Massage Therapy. With a strong passion for health and fitness, she helps clients recover from sports injuries, whiplash, Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) injuries, workplace strain, and everyday tension. Kendra has specialized experience with TMJ dysfunction, myofascial release, and pregnancy massage, and she continues to enhance her skills through ongoing education. She brings a caring, determined approach to every session and is dedicated to each client’s well-being.
Modalities: Myofascial Release, TMJ Massage, Prenatal Massage, Sports Treatments, Concussion/Neck-Injury Support, Lymphatic Drainage
Matthew van der Velde, Registered Massage Therapist
Matthew joined the Massage Addict team after graduating from Fanshawe College in 2019. He works effectively with a variety of client needs, using techniques such as Swedish massage, trigger-point release, petrissage, and joint mobilization to support recovery and wellness. Matthew emphasizes client empowerment by offering tailored home-care stretches and clear communication during every visit.
Modalities: Deep Tissue
Ashley Ford, Registered Massage Therapist
An honours graduate from Fanshawe College in 2019, Ashley is known for her warm, empathetic presence. She combines Swedish massage, fascial techniques, and joint mobilizations to support clients in managing pain, improving flexibility, and promoting relaxation. Ashley is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful space and is always eager to deepen her expertise through continuing education.
Modalities: Prenatal Massage, Sports Massage, Migraine-focused treatments
Gwen Couture, Registered Massage Therapist
Gwen has been an RMT since 2016. She specializes in treating tendinitis, frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel syndrome, repetitive stress injuries, and migraines. With her expertise in deep-pressure therapeutic massage, Gwen helps clients restore mobility, reduce chronic tension, and build resilience.
Modalities: Therapeutic Massage
Heather Scales, Registered Massage Therapist
Heather has been practicing since 1994 following her graduation from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy. Over her career, she has worked in sports events, private clinics, long-term care, and more. Heather’s post-graduate training includes Bowen Technique, pregnancy massage, craniosacral therapy, acupressure, oncology massage, geriatric and palliative work, and TRE. She tailors each treatment to the individual, integrating her broad skill set to help clients manage pain, reduce stress, and improve mobility.
Modalities: Bowen Technique
Anjulee McIntosh, Registered Massage Therapist
Anjulee brings a decade of experience to Massage Addict Charlottetown. She blends lymphatic massage, myofascial techniques, and Swedish approaches to support balanced movement, improved fluid flow, and overall functional harmony. Her treatment style emphasizes safety, openness, and a calm, restorative environment where clients can relax and heal.
Modalities: Indian Head Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Advanced Manual Lymph Drainage, TMJ Massage, Prenatal Massage
Lynn MacDonald, Registered Massage Therapist
Lynn has been an RMT since 1996. She focuses on reducing pain, easing chronic tension, and improving mobility. With additional training in reflexology, myofascial release, cupping, and Reiki, Lynn offers a gentle, compassionate approach that supports clients dealing with stress, repetitive strain, and everyday discomfort.
