Derek graduated from Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy in 2016. He has experience working in various clinical, hospital and fitness settings. He has a background in personal training and enjoys seeing his clients improve their health and well-being.

Derek’s treatments can range from relaxation to deep tissue massage. He also has an interest and experience with treating scar tissue, TMJ pain, lymphatic drainage, headaches and chronic pain.

Derek graduated from Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy in 2016. He has experience working... Read More

Lester graduated from Sutherland-Chan School and enjoys providing massage therapy ranging from relaxation to deep tissue treatments. His focus each session is to provide an effective treatment for you.

Lester graduated from Sutherland-Chan School and enjoys providing massage therapy ranging from re... Read More

Colin graduated in 2016 and with a background in acting and martial arts has focused his practice on the maintenance of a supple body, mind and spirit.

Clients are encouraged to be active in their own care and to use massage as a vital part of a total health picture.

He has been working at Sutherland-Chan Yorkville for 4 years, and in that time has treated a wide variety of conditions ranging from plantar-fasciitis to pregnancy to tension headaches.

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Eddie graduated from the Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy in 2014.

He is passionate about helping to relieve the pain and stress of his clients with specialized massage techniques such as trigger point work, deep tissue massage, stretching and myofascial work. He likes to focus on therapeutic massage to correct postural deviations and muscular imbalance, as well as educating his clients to provide self-care.

He also studied Reflexology and as a certified Reflexology practitioner, he holistically approaches a sense of well-being and deep relaxation.

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Guannan Li is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Acupuncturist who graduated from Humber College with honours. Hailing from a medical family, Guannan grew up immersed in a culture of healing. This upbringing ignited his deep interest in the field of traditional Chinese medicine from an early age. After obtaining his master’s degree in China, he pursued his passion in TCM and acupuncture in Canada. Guannan has extensively studied classical Chinese medical texts, enabling him to master nearly all skills of traditional Chinese medical techniques, including Acupuncture, Chinese Massage (Tui Na), Moxibustion, Cupping, Gua Sha, and Herbal Medicine. Plus, he has adeptly incorporated modern acupuncture techniques into his repertoire, such as the Dong’s extraordinary acu-points and contemporary scalp acupuncture. When addressing pain, Guannan often remarks that there may be countless approaches to alleviating suffering, but the key lies in selecting the most suitable method for each patient; In the realm of internal body issues, He not only focus on symptom relief but also emphasize the fundamental restoration of the body. Guannan is dedicated to wholeheartedly aiding patients in mitigating pain, regaining health, and fervently hopes that every individual he treats attains a state of harmonious equilibrium between body and mind. If you are seeking care, rest assured entrusting your ailments to him.

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Meet Omid! He has bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering from RAJAEE University in Iran in 2006. However, after moving to Canada, he decided to pursue a new path in the field of Massage Therapy. It was during this program at Bryan College that he discovered his true passion for being a part of the healthcare profession. Omid successfully graduated in 2023 and became a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT).

Thanks to his background in engineering, Omid possesses a deep understanding of structural balance. This knowledge has greatly influenced his approach to understanding how the different components of the body work together to maintain balance. Through his clinical shifts, he has developed expertise in identifying the root causes of abnormalities and dysfunctions, allowing him to establish an efficient method of treatment for various conditions. Omid specializes in targeting problem areas within the musculoskeletal tissue and determining the most effective techniques to address them. He places particular emphasis on addressing mid-shoulder pain resulting from postural weaknesses. Additionally, he focuses on providing relief to the upper body, neck, shoulders, and lower body, as he has found that this approach brings the most relief to his clients. As a registered massage therapist, Omid’s primary goal is not simply to alleviate pain, but to identify its source and understand why it is occurring. Drawing upon his extensive skills and knowledge, he strives to provide safe and effective treatment to his patients. Omid has mastered various techniques, including Swedish massage, joint mobilization, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, stretching, and therapeutic exercises.

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Ayako graduated from the Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy in 2017 and holds special interest in lower back pain, headache, frozen shoulder and pre & post-natal treatment. She has experience treating various conditions including neurological disorders, high-risk pregnancies as well as post-surgical and palliative cancer patients.

She was born in Kyoto, Japan and moved to Canada in 2000 where she completed her BFA. She is fluent in both Japanese and English languages, enjoys playing tennis, gardening and watching films in her spare time.

Ayako is a member in good standing of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and the Registered Massage Therapists Association of Ontario.

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June graduated in 2016, and has practiced Massage Therapy in various environments, such as Chiropractic and Physical Therapy clinics, Massage Therapy clinics, and Spas, to treat a variety groups of clients who have different active level of lifestyles. She also has experience in treating MVA patients.

She has varied treatment styles to meet with the conditions and preference of clients. Her treatment styles include, but not limited to, deep tissue, relaxation and therapeutic massages.

She has a passion for Massage Therapy with aspirations to help people optimize their health and wellness.

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Natalia is a dedicated professional, holding a degree in Medicine and a Massage Therapy certification from Humber College. She is a registered practitioner with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO).

With a deep commitment to her patients’ well-being, Natalia firmly believes in the transformative power of massage therapy to alleviate pain and promote overall wellness. Her specialization lies in addressing issues related to the neck, shoulders, and back.

Natalia’s expertise shines in her focus areas, which include Trigger Point Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage, Myofascial Release, Sports Massage, and precise Tissue Manipulation techniques for both the lower limbs and the cervical area. She is also skilled in Cupping and Kinesio Tape, adding an extra dimension to her practice.

Her passion for providing the best possible care drives her, as she continually seeks to learn and expand her knowledge. Natalia is committed to helping her patients attain a higher level of health and vitality through personalized treatments, making her a valuable and compassionate asset in the field of massage therapy.

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Martin graduated from Kikkawa College in 2021 and is a Registered Massage Therapist in good standing with the CMTO. His passion for health and wellness drives him to provide exceptional care to clients through therapeutic touch and personalized treatment plans.

His treatment styles include, sports massage, trigger point therapy, general Swedish, and hot stone massage.

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Maria transitioned right into the Sutherland-Chan Clinic Yorkville team upon graduating from Sutherland-Chan School and Teaching Clinic in 2013. She appreciates giving massages because of the focused attention and intent that’s involved in the one-on-one interaction with a client.

Maria incorporates a variety of Swedish massage techniques into her practice as well as deep tissue treatment, myofascial release, manual lymph drainage and the back to basics relaxation massage.

She has completed a course to enhance her skills in pregnancy massage, and in turn have had the privilege to treat many clients during their pregnancy. She has seen the positive results that massage provides for the ever changing and increasing physical demands.

Maria is delighted to be a part of the Sutherland-Chan team and look forward to contributing to your better health and wellness!

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Dr. Samuel WS Tang, DC, BSc. is a chiropractor who completed his undergraduate in Biological Sciences at the University of Calgary and his doctorate of chiropractic at New York Chiropractic College.

His chiropractic methods include diversified, Active Release Technique (ART), KT taping, Graston and Activator Methods. He has experience working with a diverse range of patient populations including athletes, office workers, geriatric patients, family care with maternity and children, immigrant populations, as well as with low income and homeless shelters.

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Ada Kate is an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner with a keen interest in supporting human beings through all stages of life.

Ada’s love for wellness begun with a life long yoga practice and a deep respect for the potential of the body. From her own experience having a back injury she understood osteopathy as such a useful and effective tool for healing that she decided to spend 4 years studying it. She has a particular interest in injury prevention, and providing effective but gentle care for those experiencing pain. She continues to study anatomy, physiology and body mechanics in order to provide highly personalized care for each person she works with.

Ada Kate is originally from Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean and hopes she brings some of that warmth into her treatments.

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Shuya graduated from Pharma-Medical Science College of Canada with top grades in 2022 and she is the newest member of our Sutherland Chan team, joining us March 2023.

She holds a special interest in postural issues, overuse injuries, lower back pain, neck and shoulder pain, tension headache, and stress relief. Christy has experience in the use of hot stones during massage treatments.

Christy values listening to the client and working with them to design an individualized treatment plan to ensure their goals are met. In the near future, Christy aspires to continue her education to become a certified Acupuncturist.

Christy was born in China and came to Canada in 2012 where she completed her Master’s in Education at the University of Regina in Saskatchewan. She is fluent in both English and Mandarin and enjoys practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine and mindfulness/meditation, studying, and cooking.

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