At Massage Renewal – Heritage Valley, you’re supported by a collaborative team of Registered Massage Therapists who bring diverse training, treatment styles, and clinical experience to your care. Browse the team below to find the therapist whose approach, modalities, and availability best fit your goals.
Robert Aquino
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Hello! I am Robert. I am in good standing with CRMTA. I studied Massage Therapy because it is my passion to help all my clients feel and move better. Outside of work, I love being outdoors because it makes me feel active, energized and alive. I also love yoga, working out and hiking! In my future studies, I plan to take Reflexology and Thai Massage. I can't wait to expand my skills and knowledge in this industry.
Modalities include:
- Relaxation Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Prenatal Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Youth Massage
Mackenzie Blackstock
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Mack graduated from South Edmonton School of Massage Therapy in 2022. She is excited to help others and to grow in her knowledge of Massage Therapy. In the future, she hopes to add cupping and lymphatic drainage to her repertoire.
Modalities include:
- Relaxation Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Youth Massage
Daisy Boguen
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Daisy has completed her 3000 hours at Makami College. Daisy offers a professional and fantastic service for all. Daisy will be pleased to meet you and looks forward to helping you feel better, more often!
Modalities include:
- Relaxation Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Sports Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Hot Stone Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Youth Massage
- Lymphatic Drainage
Nena Carrao
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Nena completed her 3000 hours at Makami College. Nena’s true a passion is Massage Therapy. Aside from her part-time position here at Massage Experts, Nena has been with the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation for 8 years. Her love for healing is extraordinary, which is why she provides the best service for her clients!
Modalities include:
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Relaxation Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Youth Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Hot Stone Massage
- Sports Massage
- Swedish Massage
Nena is also a soon to be graduate for Osteopathy! Coming soon!
Christine Fati Ndeji
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Hello! My name is Christine. With a passion for holistic wellness, I specialize in providing Therapeutic Massage treatments tailored to each client’s needs. My approach combines Deep Tissue, Therapeutic and Hot Stone Massage to relieve tension, promote relaxation, and support overall well-being. With a year and counting of experience, I have worked with clients dealing with stress, chronic pain, and muscle recovery. I am always striving to create a safe and comfortable environment for each and every client. My goal is to help you feel rejuvenated, restored, and balanced.
Modalities include:
- Relaxation Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Hot Stone Massage
- Youth Massage
- Elderly Massage
Janelle Gerrits
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Bio and photo coming soon!
Key Modalities: Coming Soon!
Rachel Gray
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Hello, my name is Rachel. I graduated from the Alberta College of Massage Therapy in November 2022. I have completed advanced training in cupping modalities and lymphatic drainage. I have a special passion for supporting the lymphatic and digestive systems, helping clients address cellular and digestive concerns so their bodies can function at their best.
Outside of my practice, I enjoy cooking, listening to music, and spending time with my Pomeranian, Maude—my constant companion. I look forward to meeting you and helping you feel your best—see you on the table!
Modalities include:
- Therapeutic Massage
- Relaxation Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Lymphatic Drainage Massage
- TMJ Massage
- Pre/post-natal Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Myofascial Release
- Youth Massage
Marissa Hidlas
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Marissa has been a Massage Therapist since 2007. In addition to performing massage, she has also been a teacher and trainer for massage therapy. Marissa has extensive knowledge of the human body and finds her job incredibly rewarding. She enjoys bringing her clients relief and increasing range of motion.
Modalities include:
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Relaxation Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- TMJ Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Myofascial Release
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Shiatsu Massage
- Pre/Post-natal Massage
- Post-natal Massage
- Fertility Massage
- Induction Massage
- Infant Massage
- Youth Massage
- Hot Stone Massage
- Sports Massage
Alec Kadychenka
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Alec was born and raised in Belarus and found his way to Canada in 2008. He moved to Edmonton with his wife and two kids. Alec has a long history in Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation, Sport Massage and Paramedicine. Dedicated to helping people with a wide variety of conditions. He incorporates various techniques into his individualized treatment plans, allowing him to manage and treat various injuries and conditions, both acute and chronic. In the last 15 years, Alec has specialized in treating Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) and Professional Athletes from different sports. He has also received postgraduate schooling in Pre/Post natal massage, Acupressure, K-tape, Cupping, TMJ (external), as well as Lymphatic Drainage. He offers a complete massage experience, providing patients with education and the tools they need to further decrease pain and dysfunction at home. Alec has been involved in sports his whole life and holds a Brown Belt in Karate, included 10 years in Kickboxing full-contact combat sport. He is extremely passionate about health and fitness and believes that professional massage therapy is an extremely effective tool for treating pain, as well as preventing injury.
Modalities include:
- Therapeutic Massage
- RAPID Therapy
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Acupressure
- Sport Massage
- Lymphatic Drainage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Cupping Therapy
- Relaxation Massage
- Pre/Post natal Massage
- Reflexology
- Kinesiology Tape
- Graston Technique
- Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobility
Art Kostonyan
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Hello! I became a Registered Massage Therapist because I believe in the power of therapeutic touch to create lasting change in both body and mind. I completed my 3000-hour Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy program at MaKami College, where I developed a strong foundation in anatomy, biomechanics, and evidence-based treatment techniques. My approach is focused on precision and technique, especially in deep tissue and therapeutic massage, to help clients relieve tension, chronic pain, and stress. I customize each session to support injury recovery, improve mobility, or promote overall relaxation. My goal is to provide results-driven treatments that not only ease discomfort but also enhance movement and restore balance. Outside of work, I enjoy playing racquetball, board games, and spending time with my two sons, who keep me active and on my toes! I believe in the importance of movement, relaxation, and fun in everyday life, and I bring that same balanced approach to my massage practice. I look forward to helping you feel your best.
Modalities include:
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Relaxation Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Hot Stone Massage
- Youth Massage
Jazmine Nelson
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Jazmine has always had a passion for helping others, and from her first tour of MaKami College here in Edmonton she could not wait to complete her 3000- hour Massage Therapy Program and begin her journey as an RMT. Graduating this year 2022 making her a fresh and motivated new therapist on the scene, ready to help her clients feel like their best selves!
With her generous appreciation for the world around her and a love for travel, she loves learning new geographical facts and seeing new places! Always open for conversation about travel!
Modalities include:
- Relaxation Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Lymphatic Drainage Massage
- Sports Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Cupping Therapy
- Hot Stone Massage
- TMJ Massage
- Pre/Post-natal Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Youth Massage
Aza Ochir
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Hello! My name is Aza. I recently graduated from my 3000 hours at Makami College. I am in good standing with CRMTA. Prior to my Massage Therapy career, I taught in childcare for 10+ years. There, I found my passion for helping people in their wellness journey. Outside of work, I love to spend time with family and friends. Camping or travelling, you name it! I look forward to working with you and bringing your state of relaxation to a whole new level.
Modalities include:
- Relaxation Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Hot Stone Therapy
- Trigger Point Therapy
Lemlem Okbay
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Hello! My name is Lemlem. I became a Massage Therapist in 2012 at Israel University. In Canada, I completed the diploma again at Makami College for my 3000hr. With 12 years of experience I offer a professional and fantastic service for all. I will be pleased to meet you, and l look forward to helping you feel better, more often! In my future studies, I plan to take Reflexology and Thai Massage. I can't wait to expand my skills and knowledge in this industry.
Modalities include:
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Relaxation Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- TMJ Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Myofascial Release
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Lymphatic drainage massage
- Pre/Post-natal Massage
- Post-natal Massage
- Infant Massage
- Youth Massage
- Hot Stone Massage
- Sports Massage
James Phala
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Hi I am James, I completed my 2200 hours of Massage Therapy at East West College Calgary, with good standing. I specialize in Therapeutic and Deep Tissue Massage. I am very passionate about helping clients relax and relieve pain through therapeutic massage, I create a calming environment and tailor each session to my clients needs. Whether it is tension relief or injury related.
Modalities include:
- Therapeutic Massage
- Relaxation Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Sports Massage
- Youth Massage
- Thai Massage
Michelle Phala
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Michelle studied Massage Therapy at East West College in Calgary. Becoming an RMT has always been a passion for Michelle. She is very kind-hearted and loves healing people. She specializes in Therapeutic and Deep Tissue treatments and is hoping to expand her knowledge of Cupping and Hot Stone Therapy in the near future. She can't wait to take on new clients as an RMT at Massage Renewal!
Modalities include:
- Therapeutic Massage
- Relaxation Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Infant Massage
- Youth Massage
- Myofascial Release Therapy
- Thai Massage
- Pre/post-natal Massage
- Cupping therapy
Mariana Povar
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
My name is Mariana, your Registered Massage Therapist dedicated to helping you feel your best. My mission is to create a safe and welcoming space where healing begins. Whether you're seeking relaxation, relief from chronic pain, or recovery from an injury, I offer personalized treatments designed to meet your specific needs. I utilize a variety of techniques, including Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger points, myofascial release, joint mobilization, therapeutic massage to address muscle tension, improve circulation, and enhance flexibility. Every session is tailored to ensure your comfort and to promote your overall health. When I’m not helping clients feel their best, you can find me connecting with nature. I love to spend time camping and embracing the outdoors, which helps me stay grounded and focused on my own wellness. This connection to nature deeply influences my approach to healing, and I strive to pass that sense of peace and balance onto my clients.
Modalities include:
- Relaxation Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Youth Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
Ana Reznec
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Hi, my name is Ana, I am from Republic of Moldova. I graduated with my Massage Therapy Diploma from Alberta College Massage Therapy and finished my 2200 hour program. My mission and passion is to provide Therapeutic Massage with professionalism and competence. I look forward to assisting all my clients in their healing journey.
Modalities include:
- Therapeutic Massage
- Relaxation Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Hydrotherapy
- Hot Stone Massage
- Joint Mobilization
- TMJ Massage
- Youth Massage
- Lymphatic Drainage Massage
- Myofascial Release Therapy
- Pre/Post-natal Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
Ben Sauerborn
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Hello! My name is Ben and I became a Registered Massage Therapist to pursue my passion for helping people. I am dedicated every day to helping you achieve relaxation and rejuvenation, and when work or injury is affecting your quality of life I'll be there to help you recover! I graduated from the 2200 hour, accredited program at Vicars School of Massage Therapy here in June of 2024. This has prepared me to tailor your treatment to your specific needs at each appointment, as well as support you over ongoing treatment. I am also looking to complete Hot Stone Massage training and Myofascial Cupping training to better meet your Relaxation and Therapeutic needs.
Modalities include:
- Relaxation Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
Rhessieleen Wheeler
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Bio and photo coming soon!
Key Modalities: Coming Soon!
Shanshan Wu
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Hello! I’m Shanshan. I have a passion for helping clients increase their mobility, which is why I decided to study Massage Therapy, and previously trained as a Yoga Instructor. When I’m not massaging and studying, I love to grow and nurture my plants, vegetables, and young son. I look forward to helping you through your healing process and achieving your wellness goals.
Modalities include:
- Relaxation Massage
- Therapeutic Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Cupping Therapy
- Lymphatic Drainage Massage
- Hot Stone Massage
- Pre/Post-natal Massage
- TMJ Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
Looking for a specific modality such as cupping, prenatal massage, or TMJ-focused work? Our front desk team can recommend a therapist based on your needs and schedule.