Lanny Chep is a graduate of the 2200-hour program at Vicars School of Massage Therapy. They bring a client-centered approach to their work, skillfully combining General Swedish Massage with both therapeutic and relaxation techniques to create personalized treatments tailored to each client’s needs.

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Melissa is a dedicated therapist that has completed the 2200-hour Registered Massage Therapy program at Vicars School of Massage Therapy. She is passionate about cultivating a client-centered space where individuals feel completely at ease, knowing their massage needs are met with undivided attention and care.

Her massage style dually serves as both relaxing and therapeutic, incorporating techniques primarily from Swedish massage, Myofascial Release, and Deep Tissue modalities. With a strong understanding of anatomy and the ways tension and stress present in the body, Melissa tailors each session to the individual’s preferences and desired pressure, ensuring a highly personalized treatment experience.

Originally from B.C., Melissa now calls Calgary home. Outside of her massage therapy practice, she finds balance through yoga, quality time with loved ones, and exploring nature with her husky, Cedar.

Melissa is excited to be apart of the Therapeutic Massage Kneads team and looks forward to connecting with you.

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A graduate of the 2,200-hour Massage Therapy program at MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy, Jess has a strong foundation in therapeutic and relaxation massage, assessment, and evidence-informed care. She takes a client-centred approach, tailoring each session to the individual’s goals, comfort level, and needs while creating a respectful treatment environment.

Jess developed a passion for helping others regain movement and function while rehabilitating her own shoulder dysfunction during school. That experience gave her a deeper understanding of how pain and injury can affect everyday life and inspired her interest in working with clients who want to move more comfortably and return to the activities they enjoy.

She has a particular interest in caring for clients with chronic pain, musculoskeletal concerns, and stress-related tension. Her goal is to provide thoughtful, individualized care so clients leave feeling more at ease than when they arrived.

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Lindsay is the owner and founder of Therapeutic Massage Kneads Inc. She opened the clinic in 2005, shortly after graduating with honours in 2004 from Medicine Hat College with a 2200 hour diploma in Massage Therapy. She has a passion for providing high quality treatments that are individually tailored to people in search of relaxation, relief of soft tissue pain & stress, or improvement in sports performance, recovery & injuries.

Lindsay also has certification in Reflexology, Hot Stone Massage, Kinesio Taping Levels 1 & 2, Cupping Massage & Dermoneuromodulation (DNM). In 2009 she graduated with honours from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition with a diploma in Natural Nutrition.

Lindsay is the past Chair of the Board of Directors for the Massage Therapy Association of Alberta (MTAA) and currently sits as the Association’s Practice Advisor. She looks forward to continuing her education in the treatment of chronic pain conditions, expanding her manual therapy skills & continuing to advocate for the profession of massage therapy within Alberta.

During her spare time she enjoys hiking with her husky, yoga, reading, & spending time with family & friends.

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Madison graduated from MRU in 2019 with a 2200 hour Massage Therapy diploma. Training in a variety of techniques including; Swedish relaxation, therapeutic/sports and deep tissue, along with further education in practices such as cupping and prenatal massage. She looks forward to continuing to expand on her modalities and techniques.

She strives to provide the best individualized treatment catered towards each and every clients needs, wants and comforts. Ensuring to create a safe and inviting environment for all. Madison is passionate about working on the body and how important massage can be for the support of healing, management of stress, prevention of injury, and overall relaxation for the mind and body.

Madison became a massage therapist for the simple satisfaction of knowing she helped someone feel/function better at the end of her day. In her spare time she enjoys to read, camp, go on walks with the dog and tend to her plants.

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Jarren graduated from the full-time program at the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy, where he gained masterful insight in a wide variety of therapeutic environments. He takes pride in ensuring that your individual sessions are maximized to meet your immediate needs, as well as provide a vision for your long-term care. He utilizes techniques including, but not limited to: Swedish relaxation, MFR, NMT, sports massage techniques, and deep tissue release.

Combined with his years of competitive basketball, along with tenures as a Health Care Aide and time spent in missionary work, Jarren bridges gaps in communication and rapport in order to help clients achieve their goals, from relaxation to rehabilitation to recovery.

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Dr. Kathy Slepokura graduated from the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture from their 4-year intensive program, achieving diplomas in both Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. After graduating, Dr. Kathy was accepted into Dr. Gui Chao Wu’s Acupuncture Internship Program and has worked under his mentorship for 1.5 years in two busy clinics.

Acupuncture/Traditional Chinese Medicine can treat everything from muscle and joint aches and pains to addictions, infertility, long term COVID symptoms and everything in between. In clinic, Dr. Kathy takes a holistic approach, targeting the acute symptoms for more immediate relief, while also improving the body’s functions to promote further healing. Depending on the condition, most acupuncture treatments will include multiple modalities such as fire cupping, electro-stimulation and tunia (Chinese massage) for best results.

Dr. Kathy’s ambition is to promote quality of life for all her patients. She is passionate about serving you and wants you to live in a body and mind that feels fantastic so that you can go out there and live your life exactly how you want.

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Rhia is a dedicated 2200 hour massage therapist. She obtained her training from the Alberta College of Massage Therapy. Rhia specializes in therapeutic massage techniques including Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, post and prenatal massage. She also offers dynamic cupping and hot stone massage therapy.

Rhia has a passion for helping others achieve optimal wellness and is committed to providing personalized care to each client. She tailors her treatments to address specific concerns and aims to promote relaxation and healing.

She has a warm and calming demeanor and creates a comfortable and rejuvenating experience for all who seek her expertise.

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Colleen is a Reiki Master/Teacher, Soul Coach®, meditation guide, and Women’s Circle facilitator with four years of dedicated practice. She trained through the Usui lineage and continues to deepen her practice through ongoing study in energy work and mindfulness.

She approaches every session with both curiosity and rigour, drawing on the research behind practices like Reiki while trusting the intuitive, soul-led side of the work just as much. She focuses on supporting clients managing anxiety and stress, helping them find calm and steadiness in their day-to-day lives.

Colleen came to this work because she saw firsthand how much people needed a space to slow down and reconnect with themselves. She looks forward to working with you.

In her spare time, she enjoys thrifting for vintage finds, gardening, reading, and co-hosting a podcast called The Alighted Way.

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Marisha earned her Personal Fitness Trainer Diploma from Mount Royal University in 2015, and she graduated with honors from the Vicars School of Massage Therapy’s 2200-hour program in 2021.

Daily life factors, such as repetitive movements, sedentary habits, and societal pressures, can contribute to postural dysfunction as well as feelings of pain, stress, and anxiety.

With a strong background in personal training and group fitness, Marisha has a thorough understanding of body movement and emphasizes the essential balance between movement, rest, and recovery. Utilizing therapeutic techniques like cupping, stretching, cryotherapy, remedial exercise, and shockwave, she offers effective massage treatments that improve quality of life while empowering clients to actively engage in their healing journey.

In her spare time Marisha enjoys DJing, teaching fitness classes, cooking, befriending cats, and listening to podcasts.

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Sara graduated with honours in 2015 from Medicine Hat College with a 2200 hour Massage Therapy diploma. She then went on to complete a Bachelor of Human Kinetics degree in 2019 at the University of British Columbia, with a specialization in Clinical Exercise Physiology & Minor in Psychology.

Through her combination of massage and exercise science education, Sara is able to create individualized treatment programs for her clients, often incorporating at-home exercise regimes to enhance and extend the benefits of massage.

Sara has a special interest in postural assessment and correction, neck and shoulder pain/dysfunction, and stress reduction. She is currently furthering her education with courses in prenatal massage, and acupressure & meridian massage.

Outside of work, Sara enjoys spending time outside no matter the season, reading, and playing a variety of sports.

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