Who we are

Joanna Rogowska

She/Her

Registered Massage Therapist, RMT, CR, Dipl ST (Hons)

I became a registered massage therapist because I am passionate about health and well-being and I believe in the art of healing through touch. I have 20 years of clinical experience and am certified in both Europe and Canada. I enjoy working with my patients to find the best treatment possible for their individual needs by using my skills in shiatsu, Swedish massage therapy and reflexology.

I am an Honours Graduate from The Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo which is a 2,200 hour shiatsu course and the highest level of training outside of Japan. I am also certified in reflexology in both hands and feet and I have taken post graduate studies in Myofascial Integration, Suikodo and deep tissue massage. A variety of these techniques are incorporated when I customize a treatment plan for every patient. It is my goal to help you reduce tension and relieve stress to improve every facet of your life. Whether you are healing from injury or just looking for effective stress management, my massage treatments will benefit you!

I enjoy travelling the world to continue my education and growth as a therapist.

Website: Joanna Rogowska

Roberta (Robbie) Gaundroue

They/Them

Registered Massage Therapist, RMT

I became an RMT as a second career and I’m so grateful that I now work in a profession which allows me to support folks in their health care.

Massage therapy came into my own life as I was learning to develop a better relationship with my body. As a patient it helped me manage chronic back pain, heal strained muscles and balance stress. Through this journey, I was inspired to pursue an education at Kikkawa College so that I could pass forward these benefits to others. While there, I learned many techniques to treat a variety of physical conditions. However, in my practice, I have found that active listening is key to an effective treatment. I focus on encouraging relaxation in order to address everything from muscle strains to postural fatigue from daily life, reduction of headaches, jaw related discomfort and chronic pain. I am passionate about helping people and love being able to support my patients to learn more about their own bodies, move more freely and generally feel better about themselves in a safer and judgment-free environment.

When I am not practicing as a massage therapist you can find me reading, cycling, practicing Iyengar yoga or taking my cat for a walk.

Trang Bùi

She/Her

Physiotherapist, MSc PT

I am a Registered Physiotherapist who is passionate about helping people achieve their personal health goals through optimizing movements. With my background as a certified Pilates and Yoga teacher, I use functional movements to help clients regain body awareness and restore peak body alignment. My diverse skillset, including manual therapy and contemporary medical acupuncture, gives me the versatility to tailor treatments to the needs of my clients. I believe that every patient with the same condition has different underlying dysfunction that requires a unique treatment plan.

My personal experience with pelvic rehabilitation inspired me to specialize in this field and pursue post-graduate training in both Canada and the United States. I understand the challenges of getting in touch with one’s pelvic floor and the inner core system, and how difficult it is to find the right advice and guidance. Using evidence-based knowledge and best practice techniques, I can effectively treat a variety of pelvic floor disorders such as urinary/bowel incontinence, persistent low back/hip pain, pelvic pain (dyspareunia, vulvodynia, vaginismus), post-partum pain and incontinence, diastasis recti, and prolapse. My training in pre- and post-natal support allows me to aid in labour preparation and pelvic floor protective techniques, which can help improve post-natal outcomes.

I look forward to assisting you with reconnecting and regaining your physical strength from the inside out!

Website: Invigo Physio

Susanda Yee

She/Her

Registered Accupunturist, R.Ac

"I love to relieve pain and correct structural imbalances (spinal, Qi, power)”

I have practiced acupuncture and herbal medicine for the last 20 years and worked as a community acupuncturist for the last 13. Throughout my journey, I have personally found this medicine to be both life-saving and life-altering.

Whether you want a small or big shift in your life, acupuncture treatment can help. I aim to offer this possibility to others. Change can mean arriving with a headache and then leaving without one (or less of one). But it can also be a transformative experience allowing us to become more ourselves. Acupuncture will rebalance, refocus and realign our body, mind and spirit. It gets us back on track.

In the last three years, I returned to school to upgrade, enrich and requalify my training in the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Having to suddenly stop and leave my successful practice was a total 180° turn in both my personal and professional life. Although challenging, it gave me the opportunity to expand my knowledge of this wondrous medicine; to examine it with old eyes but a young heart almost like discovering a former lover anew. I could ask the impossible questions and have time for the complicated answers. After doing this programme a second time, my continued belief is that TCM is one of the most powerful medicines on planet Earth.

Website: Six Degrees Health

Jen Bowers

She/They

Registered Accupunturist, R.TCMP, R.Ac, BA, B Sc

I've been practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine for more than ten years now and I love my work. I use herbs and acupuncture to help people get pregnant and have healthy babies. I also work with lots of people with mental health challenges and PTSD. My practice is trauma informed and inclusive of all bodies and genders. I practice in several locations and teach at the Institute of Traditional Medicine.

Denys Gamotin

She/Her

Registered Acupunturist, R.TCMP, R.Ac

I am an acupuncturist, traditional chinese medicine practitioner, yoga instructor and meditation guide who is passionate about singing karaoke and eating pasta.

Since I was young, I’ve always been a nurturing person who prioritized taking care of the people around me. In Tagalog, my last name Gamotin or “gamutín” means "to cure" or "to heal". As a practitioner, I am so grateful to have the privilege of learning from the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and to step into the role of a healer.

My offerings include acupuncture, cupping, eastern bodywork (tuina), gua sha and moxibustion. But my main intention is collective healing — treating individuals and supporting them through their own wellness journeys, so that they have the capacity to show up for their communities and loved ones. After completing over 900 clinical hours at Eight Branches College of Eastern Medicine, I discovered that supporting people through mental health challenges as well as treating gynecological conditions are some of my areas of interest.

Outside of work, I love trying out different ways to move. I’m pretty scared to try new things, but I do it anyway. Currently, I'm into skateboarding and attempting to get over my distaste for running.

Instagram: @slowpoke.tcm

Richard Yu

He/Him

Chiropractor, DC

Whether it was playing or watching, sports have always been a huge part of my life including the understanding that many injuries can be associated- concussions, sprains and strains. Having had a placement at a chiropractor’s office in undergrad, I was curious on how the profession could help with rehabilitation. So off I went… to San Jose, California, where I attended Palmer College of Chiropractic West.

Since graduating, I have had the opportunity to work with athletes of all levels including Team Ontario Soccer athletes at the 2022 Niagara Canada Games. It was truly a rewarding and amazing experience!

Chiropractors have a variety of tools that can be utilized to deliver care. Typically one thinks only of chiropractic adjustment ('cracking') but soft tissue therapy, acupuncture, exercises and many other modalities are also employed. Although sports are my first passion, I look forward to and welcome patients from all diverse backgrounds. Individualized care is always my priority and treatments are tailored to fit you and your comfort level.

Dr. Kristen Mark

She/Her

Naturopathic Doctor, ND

I know what it’s like to struggle to be seen and heard. I know what it’s like to be told that symptoms are not real, that nothing can be done to alleviate suffering, and that there’s no reason to hope for better. In my work, I hold space for you to explore the many dimensions of your wellbeing in a safe, non-judgmental environment, where your experience is valued and respected.

I nurture change in the lives of my patients through thoughtful and strategic naturopathic care. I walk alongside you to explore the why, what and how of your health, so we can clear a path to a stronger, healthier, more robust you.

My practice focuses on hormonal health (such as PMS, irregular periods, PCOS, endometriosis, menopause, fertility, thyroid disease) and stress-related illness (fatigue, burnout, insomnia, anxiety, digestive issues). My approach is evidence-informed and patient-centered. It is inclusive of all peoples, all genders, and all bodies.

I do this work to deepen my personal growth and to enhance collective healing. When I support a well community, I’m supporting our ability to reach our highest potential. This isn’t just for me, this isn’t just for you. It’s for us.

I graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto. Prior to studying naturopathic medicine, I focused on Political Science to complete a Bachelor of Arts at McGill University. I recognize the importance of personal, as well as sociocultural context in shaping our health, our lives, preferences, economic status, and self-perceptions.

I'm committed to removing barriers to care, to dismantling racism, to centering the voices of people who are Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), and those in 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. I'm committed to an anti-oppressive, anti-racist framework that acknowledges the complexities of intersectionality. I'm also open to feedback on how I can better serve as an ally both personally and professionally.

Website: Dr. Kristen Mark ND

Sarah Flanagan

She/Her

Registered Psychotherapist, RP

My approach is client-led, starting where you need to and only going as deeply as you want to go. I work to truly understand you and your experience, as well as the intersecting social contexts, such as race, gender, and sexuality (to name a few), of your life. I provide a non- judgmental, supportive, and at times playful atmosphere in which you can safely explore and be yourself. By offering a space to give voice to your thoughts and feelings, we will make connections between patterns past and present, allowing you to access and build inner resources and authenticity. I strive to work in an anti-oppressive, feminist, sex-positive, and LGBTQ2S+ positive framework.

Before starting on my path studying therapy, I studied Theatre at the University of Toronto and have worked for many years in non-profits in the arts, international development and leadership development. I’ve also worked in the government and other bureaucratic institutions. In my spare time, I read tarot cards, a practice that has helped me hone my intuition and get to know myself better.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). I studied at the Toronto Institute for Relational Psychotherapy, a graduate-level psychotherapy training program accredited by the CRPO. I am a member of the Ontario Society of Registered Psychotherapists and am governed by their ethical standards as well as the ethical standards of the CRPO.

Website: Flanagan Therapy

Devin Sauso-Bawa

He/They

Registered Massage Therapist, RMT/Co-founder

I’m the father of two wonderful girls and an RMT which pretty much takes up all my time. I have a background in martial arts, enjoy drawing in the margins of every sheet of paper, perpetually forget something at home and continue to hunt for the elusive ‘8 hours of sleep’ I keep hearing about.

I like to think that I was as involved as any father could have been during the birth of both my daughters, but during the pregnancies I often wished I could have done something to help with my partner’s pains and fatigue. During my time at Sutherland-Chan School and Teaching Clinic I took a specialty pregnancy class that taught me how to treat both pre-and postnatal discomforts.

Since then I have gained more experience in this area and have found it to be some of the most rewarding work I’ve done.

I like working with all demographics and enjoy the challenge of designing a treatment specific massage that is rooted in calming the nervous system. I believe that there’s always a place for relaxation in every treatment (unless, perhaps, you’re just about to run a marathon...)

Rosalee Brown

She/Her

Registered Massage Therapist, RMT, R. Kin

I am a kinesiologist, massage therapist, swim instructor and life-long water polo player. I tend to gravitate towards nature and all bodies of water - you’ll find me hiking, camping and planning scuba dive trips all over the world.

Kinesiology is focused on studying human performance and function. I can provide services related to chronic disease management, workplace ergonomics and fitness, similar to how a physiotherapist would. While earning my undergraduate degree, I took special interest in studying coaching theory and techniques, gender studies and ethics in athletics and universal accessibility in sport. I also have a background in coaching water polo, swimming and basic water safety. These passions intersect at my involvement with the Toronto Triggerfish Water Polo team, an LGBTQ+ adult recreation league striving towards the active inclusion of community members who have historically been excluded from aquatics.

In tandem with my work as a kinesiologist, I practice massage therapy. While at Sutherland Chan School and Teaching Clinic, I learned how to use the principles of Swedish and deep tissue techniques, joint mobilizations, lymphatic drainage and hydrotherapy to increase relaxation and treat symptoms associated with work- and home-life related tension and headaches. Likewise, I participated in outreach programming to treat symptoms associated with the following experiences: thoracic surgery, pregnancy/postpartum, spinal injury, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain, cerebral palsy and cognitive disability.

I'm honored to work in a client-centered multidisciplinary clinic to combine many modalities and bodywork techniques. Let’s get started!

Pouria Raziei

He/Him

Registered Massage Therapist, RMT

My journey into massage therapy was not straightforward. When I left Iran to attend high school in India, my analytical mind led me to pursue computer science, but soon I realized I was unfulfilled in the corporate environment.

After moving to Toronto, I unexpectedly found myself invited into a vibrant community of music and art, which awakened a dormant aspect in me; a deeper part with an intuitive connection to energy and bodywork. The impactful relief I experienced from my first massage, inspired me to learn how to help others heal through touch, prompting me to earn my diploma in Massage Therapy from Kikkawa College.

Practicing massage therapy allows me to integrate both the analytical and intuitive sides of myself to personalize treatments. By using the techniques taught at school, I seek to uncover the root cause of your discomfort while also promoting relaxation, enhancing mobility and managing pain. However, my work goes beyond technique; it’s about creating a sanctuary where you feel seen and heard. My goal is to cultivate a space that fosters harmony between mind, body and soul; to give you a renewed sense of well-being.

Outside of my practice, you’ll likely find me immersed in the rhythms of electronic music. I also have an avid curiosity in astrology, using it as a tool to better understand human psychology and interactions. At home, my cat and my plants remind me of life’s simple joys.

Let’s embark on this transformative experience together!

Kanchan Masand

She/Her

Physiotherapist, Manual Osteopathy, BSc PT, MSc

I’m an orthopedic and pelvic health physiotherapist who is deeply committed to helping my patients get relief from long-standing pain, move with greater ease, and reengage in activities that they once loved to partake in.

My passion for studying the workings of the human body (and mind) led me to earn a Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice from the Canadian College of Osteopathy.

I have considerable experience in the management of chronic neck and low back pain, and pelvic disorders such as incontinence, pain, prolapse, and the pregnant and postpartum pelvis.

My interest in concussion rehabilitation arose after sustaining a serious concussion injury in 2017. By combining the knowledge gained from my personal rehabilitation journey with the latest evidence-based research, I strive to offer the best post-concussion care to individuals struggling with persistent concussion symptoms.

The deepest lessons I have learned are from my patients. They know their bodies better than anyone, and by asking the right questions and listening carefully, the answers to most of their persistent pain issues can be determined.

When not in the clinic, I can be found practicing my karate chops on my younger brother, devouring home-cooked meals, and attempting to rein in the mind through meditation.

*Currently waitlisting new patients, please contact the clinic with your name and reason for seeking treatment and we’ll be in touch.

Website: Kanchan Masand

Jordan Ramsay

She/They

Registered Acupunturist, R.TCMP, R.Ac

Hello! I am an acupuncturist and herbalist practicing in Toronto. I am also a gardener and active in the protection of land, water and wildlife. Observing nature around me; the waters, plants, winds, rocks, insects and animals has always been my favourite part of life. For me, practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine is a natural continuation of this observation and fascination!

Acupuncture, herbal medicine and cupping, along with gua sha and moxibustion, are modalities that work with our own body, mind and spirit to facilitate change. Listening to our body’s patterns and cues is integral to balancing our health and transforming through our pain. This medicine can also connect us with our body/mind and strengthens our understanding and discovery of our own healing power.

My practice has been greatly shaped by working with people experiencing HIV+ at the Toronto People with Aids Foundation as well as having spent the majority of my acupuncture time working in a community clinic setting where many folks could receive treatment at the same time while in the same space. I have regularly treated symptoms including but not limited to chronic pain, fatigue, hormonal irregularities, difficult periods / PMS, migraines, digestive concerns, insomnia, mental health, stress, skin health, recovery from surgeries, and side effects of medication.

I practice with an anti-oppressive, trauma informed, anti-racist and de-colonizing approach in a 2SLGBTQIA+ positive space. Reach out if you have any questions :)

Website: Space Acupuncture

Kirstienne Lim

She/Her

Student Class Acupuncturist

I am a mother, a wife and a healer. I am a Filipino-Chinese womxn practicing Traditional Chinese medicine and Western Herbal medicine in Tkaronto/Toronto. My practice is built through connection - with individuals, their families but most importantly, with themselves. I learned this firsthand as acupuncture and herbal medicine have been a great part of my journey through pregnancy, postpartum and the ever-evolving life of parenthood.

With a background in community service and in youth and family programming, I am learning that I can continue to support and empower individuals and families of various waves of health by fusing modern lifestyles with traditional modalities and medicine.

I am a graduate of the Institute of Traditional Medicine (ITM) where I completed my diploma in Acupuncture and Eastern Herbal Medicine with a focus in Western Herbal Medicine as well. I have completed over 900 clinical hours through student clinics at ITM, The People with AIDS Foundation and Fertility Toronto. I have also trained with Dr. Martha Lucas in the beautiful art of Mei Zen cosmetic acupuncture. I am currently working towards my Registered Acupuncturist license while practicing under the direct supervision of Jen Bowers.

Fun fact: At a young age, I was taught the art of bentosa (cupping in Tagalog) by my mother and it is like my hands have never forgotten the movements.

Website: Mother Qi Medicine

Mike Park

He/Him

Registered Accupunturist, R.Ac, DOMP

I’ve been in the health and wellness industry for the past 15 years in both a clinical and private setting.

I first worked as a Holistic Nutritionist, helping those with digestive issues and diabetes. This led me to Personal Training and an eventual certification from the CHEK institute; a system designed to address a person as a whole to analyze factors that can create more stress in the body.

In the past 7 years, I completed my studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine becoming a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac), and Manual Osteopath (DOMP)

I’ve apprenticed under renowned acupuncturist Takamasa Tsurusaki (Toronto), Mitsunori Seino (Tokyo), and Shi Hyung Lee (Seoul). I am currently furthering my education by learning Zhu Scalp Acupuncture under the tutelage of Acupuncturist Dr. Ming Qing Zhu (California).

I practice a style of Japanese acupuncture that’s known for its precise diagnosis and gentle needling, and combine it with the soft tissue principles from manual osteopathy.

I use acupuncture, soft tissue therapy, nutrition, lifestyle coaching and corrective exercise to help those in chronic pain and those suffering from Adrenal fatigue or chronic fatigue syndrome.

Fiona Green

She/Her

Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Q), P-RDT

When people ask me, how long have I been working as a psychotherapist or drama therapist, I half-jokingly respond, “my whole life”. I am someone who cares deeply about others, honours and validates the human experience, and holds space no matter the circumstance.

I offer deeply compassionate client-centred services for adolescents and adults. I am trained in the evidence-based models of Psychodynamic, ACT, CBT, and Narrative therapy as well as the Creative Arts Therapies (Role theory, Psychodrama, Improv, etc.), and so interweave these modalities to best suit my client’s needs. My therapy approach goes beyond talk therapy, to also be embodied and explorative, interactive, and somatically based. In this way emotions, memories, and presenting issues are explored and processed not only with words but with movement, metaphors, play, and body relaxation techniques. But it is always up to the client as to how creative they want to get!

Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a professional actress and somatic therapeutic practitioner for 12 years. I bring my creative skills and extensive knowledge of the human body and nervous system into my practice.

I specialize in working with those experiencing grief and loss, identity challenges, family conflict, and anxiety and depression. I believe greatly in creating a safer space throughout the therapy journey and bring a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive approach into my sessions.

I am truly passionate about disability visibility and rights and about being an ally in every shape and form. I welcome you to come play, express safely, and heal. 

Leah Sherry

She/Her

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, M.Ed

My work is about connection. I do what I can to create a space where we can sit - without judgement or hurry - and organize our thoughts, experiences and feelings. Therapy can soften our gaze and invite curiosity no matter what you bring and no matter where you are at. In our work together, you will experience compassion, right as you are. If this sounds like a fit and you want to visit my office or talk on the phone - I am here. 

I am a registered member of The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and have completed my training with The Toronto Institute for Relational Psychotherapy (TIRP). 

“The human soul doesn’t want to be advised or fixed or saved. It simply wants to be witnessed—to be seen, heard and companioned exactly as it is.”

— Parker J. Palmer

Website: Leah Sherry