Meet our Practitioners

Gagandeep was always passionate about helping others so she joined and completed the 2200-hour Massage Therapy program at the Alberta College of Massage Therapy, where she developed a strong foundation in clinical and therapeutic practices. Her training includes techniques such as deep tissue massage, Swedish relaxation, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release. She chose massage therapy because it blends her natural compassion with her interest in health and wellness and it gives her the chance to make a positive impact on people’s lives.

Her past experience in service industry helped her to develop communication, leadership, and stress management skills which she incorporates into her treatment sessions. She believes in tailoring each massage to the specific needs of her clients, aiming not only to relieve pain but also to promote long-term healing and relaxation.

Outside of her practice, Gagandeep loves to cook and explore new places. Whether she’s trying out a new recipe or spending time outdoors, she values experiences that bring joy and connection. She is continually expanding her skills and plans to explore additional modalities such as cupping and hot stone massage in the future.

Tejpreet is a 3000-hour Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy graduate from Makami College and a licensed Registered Massage Therapist , holding a membership in good standing with the CRMTA. Tejpreet employs a diverse range of techniques to address unique client needs, including relaxation, therapeutic, deep tissue,frozen shoulder and pre/postnatal massage. Renowned for a perceptive touch, Tejpreet adjusts each treatment plan as necessary, earning a reputation for effectiveness and approachability. He is passionate about helping clients maintain and improve their healthy lifestyle by understanding specific physical challenges.He is thankful and proud for his clients who alway reference him to their family members and friends. Outside of his professional life, Tejpreet enjoys staying active through gym workouts, biking, chess, and tennis.

Kelly lives in Cochrane for more than a decade and use to serve locals in other clinics. We are thankful to have her at Massage Addict Cochrane as a RMT with such a great experience and passion for her profession. 
After working many years in customers service industry, she decided to help people in a more meaningful way and graduated with honours for M.H Vicars in 2016. Deep tissue and clinical massage are what she is known for however she has also worked in Banff's prestigious hotel spa so she has very well knowledge of relaxation massage techniques.

Vast local clients know her as a friendly, charming and professional personality.

She is looking forward to serving locals again in our modern, professional and friendly clinic.

Noemi decided to take on this career path because she has always enjoyed helping others and making a difference in people’s lives. She believes self-care is one of the most important tools for self-love and knows the difference a relaxation massage can create in a person’s life. Noemi is specializes in Therapeutic Swedish Massage, Relaxation massage, Deep Tissue, Joint Mobilization, Myofascial Release, Trigger Points, Hot Stone, Pre-Natal. Her stretching skills are amazing and very relaxing. She is in good standing within Certified Registered Massage Therapist Association (CRMTA). When Noemi is off the clock she is working on her cooking Skills and physical wellbeing by spending time with her family and just enjoying being one with nature.

Nivret is a Registered Massage Therapist dedicated to helping clients reduce pain, improve mobility, and optimize overall well-being through personalized, results-driven care. His approach combines clinical knowledge with a strong understanding of functional movement, allowing me to effectively treat both acute injuries and chronic conditions.

He has experience working with a wide range of clients, including those dealing with muscle tension, postural imbalances, sports injuries, and everyday stress. His treatments are tailored to each individual, integrating techniques such as deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and targeted therapeutic techniques to support recovery and long-term health.

In addition to massage therapy, he has advanced training in Microconditioning through the McMaster University - Contemporary Medical Acupuncture program. This approach focuses on stimulating the neuromuscular system to improve muscle activation, coordination, and overall function—enhancing treatment outcomes and supporting long-term performance.

With additional training in Anatomy Trains (Part I & II), he takes a whole-body approach to treatment, understanding how interconnected muscle and fascial lines influence movement, posture, and pain patterns and it helps him to address the root cause of discomfort, helping clients move better, feel stronger, and maintain an active lifestyle.

Daniel is a dedicated and compassionate Registered Massage Therapist who is passionate about his profession. Being a active life style person he has a strong foundation in human anatomy and therapeutic movement, he takes a personalized, results-driven approach to client care. Whether you are recovering from a motor vehicle accident, managing chronic lower back pain, dealing with repetitive strain, or simply seeking a restorative escape from daily stress, treatments are tailored specifically to your body's needs. Daniel utilizes a wide range of evidence-based techniques, including deep tissue therapy, trigger point release, myofascial cupping, and Swedish relaxation.Outside the treatment room, Daniel enjoys an active lifestyle through outdoor activities, which deepens their personal understanding of physical recovery and body mechanics.

Dr. Ai Zhen/ Iris combines her knowledge of acupuncture as well as massage therapy to manipulate soft tissues to improve overall clients wellbeing and health.
She typically focus on pain management, chronic musculoskeletal issues, tension relief, and systemic balance. She is also a doctor of traditional Chinese medicine which is very rare combination of registered massage therapist, acupuncturist and doctor of medicine.

Heather graduated from the Canadian Collage Of Massage & Hydrotherapy's 2280 hours diploma in 2013. She is trained in Swedish, Relaxation, Deed tissue, Pre and post natal massage. She also does Myofacial release/cupping and trigger points therapy. She is passionate about her skills and dedicated to her profession to make clients feel better.

Heather personalizes her treatment according to clients body conditions to achieve best outcome. This helps clients overall wellbeing, to maintain daily healthy life style as well as to improve existing conditions.

Tamara's journey into massage therapy is rooted in a lifelong passion for helping others. With over 15 years of nursing experience in Ukraine and more than a decade supporting individuals with disabilities in Calgary, she brings compassion, clinical knowledge, and a personalized approach to every treatment.

In addition to Deep Tissue and Relaxation Massage, Tamara specializes in Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage (BLD), a technique that supports healthy lymphatic circulation, helps reduce water retention and swelling, and promotes overall wellness and immune function.

Her goal is to help every client feel lighter, healthier, and more balanced in a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment.

I am energetic and passionate Registered Massage Therapist who specializes in a comprehensive range of techniques—including Swedish, deep tissue, trigger points, hot stones, cupping and scalp massage. I offer a deeply therapeutic and rejuvenating experience designed to address both chronic pain and total relaxation. I often combine these modalities to provide a personalized, full-body treatment that boosts circulation, reduces stress, and releases muscle adhesions. Deep Tissue & Trigger Point Therapy: Focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue to relieve chronic pain and stubborn knots.

I always listen to your needs, assessing areas of tension to create a custom session rather than a generic routine.

I believe in the healing power of touch and aim for clients to leave feeling fully restored, often combining techniques like muscle stripping with hot stones for maximum relief.

I am a registered massage therapist who prioritizes restoring balance between body and mind for each individual client. I aim to help clients release accumulated stress and fatigue so they can enter a deeper state of relaxation. Through a gentle, grounding touch and careful observation, I strive to create a comfortable and supportive treatment environment tailored to each person’s needs.

My expertise in Deep Tissue therapy, with a particular focus on chronic lower back pain, sciatica, stiffness in the neck and shoulders, and TMJ-related discomfort makes my clients more relaxed after the session. In every session, I carefully assess each client’s condition, lifestyle, and underlying causes of pain. My approach is highly individualized, aiming not only for immediate relief but also for long-term recovery and improved function.

 I immigrated to Canada in 2017 with my family and currently play an important role at home as a father of two daughters and one son. Since moving to this new city, I am thankful for a stable and fulfilling life, while continuing to value a family oriented lifestyle and maintaining balance in my everyday life.

This way of living is naturally reflected in my approach as a therapist. I believe in a holistic perspective that considers not only physical recovery but also mental and emotional well-being. My goal is to help clients leave each session feeling lighter, more relaxed, and more balanced in both body and mind.

Yuliana Alpala is a certified Massage Therapist offering a variety of therapeutic services including deep tissue, relaxation, and personalized treatments tailored to each client’s needs. She specializes in relieving muscle tension, improving circulation, and promoting overall wellness. She also provides Thai stretching techniques to enhance flexibility, mobility, and body balance, delivering a professional and rejuvenating experience. By blending traditional Thai techniques with other modalities like Myofascial Release or Deep Tissue helps clients recover fast from chronic pain, improve joint mobility, and correct postural imbalances. Yuliana's active approach utilizes hands, elbows, and knees to apply targeted pressure, making it an ideal choice for athletes and those with physically demanding lifestyles.

Maya is a compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Massage Therapist who is passionate about helping clients feel and move better. She combines techniques such as cupping, hot stone therapy, stretching, and conditioning to create effective, customized treatments. Her approach balances relaxation with targeted work, leaving clients feeling restored and supported. She strongly believes in relaxation, healing comes through listening and customizing the techniques according to the need of a clients. Her friendly personality makes clients immediately feel connected like long time friends and her massage skills makes the bond stronger.

Dr. Nathaniel Graham is graduated from Life Chiropractic College West, California. His decision to become a chiropractor was shaped by personal experience. After living with chronic pain from childhood and dealing with the lasting effects of a significant concussion at 16, he spent years looking for answers. It was only when he found chiropractic care in his early 20s that he experienced a meaningful improvement in his health and quality of life. That experience inspired him to become a chiropractor so he could help others the way he had been helped.

Dr. Graham recognizes how life’s physical demands and everyday stressors can contribute to tension and changes in function. His approach is focused on supporting the body’s natural ability to adapt and recover, helping patients move better, return to the activities that matter most to them, and ultimately feel like themselves again.

Dr. Nathaniel Graham lives in Cochrane and he enjoys ice hockey and staying active through the gym and a variety of sports as well as hiking. Outside the clinic, he spends time with family, especially his young niece.

Nivret is a Doctor of Acupuncture, Registered Massage Therapist and Neurofunctional Sports Performance Practitioner focusing on Neurofunctional Acupuncture and Structural Bodywork. He completed a Double Major in Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture and Massage Therapy from the Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Additionally Nivret also completed the Medical Contemporary Acupuncture Program and Advanced Neurofunctional Treatment of Sports Injuries Program through McMaster University and Anatomy Trains Structural Integration program Part 1 and Part 2.

Dedicated to providing solutions to help you reach your goals, his practice incorporates a range of techniques including electro-acupuncture/neurofunctional acupuncture, manual soft-tissue therapies such as micro-conditioning, myofascial techniques, Cyriax frictions and as well as herbal prescriptions. He is registered with the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta, Canadian Contemporary Acupuncture Association and the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada.

Dr. Ai Zhen/ Iris combines her knowledge of acupuncture as well as massage therapy to manipulate soft tissues to improve overall clients wellbeing and health.

She typically focus on pain management, chronic musculoskeletal issues, tension relief, and systemic balance. She is also a doctor of traditional Chinese medicine which is very rare combination of registered massage therapist, acupuncturist and doctor of medicine.

Carmen received her certification in Reflexology through the Packard School of Nutrition in 2011, and is a Registered Natural Health Practitioner with Canadian Examining Board of Health Practitioners. Carmen became a Reflexologist because she is passionate about providing a holistic approach to wellness, and reflexology is a holistic treatment method to promote wellness and assist in the prevention of illness. In addition to Reflexology, Carmen is trained in Nutritional Counselling, Reiki, and is herbal certified. Carmen also has certifications as a Personal Trainer and in Weight Training.