I’m Melissa, a Registered Massage Therapist and the owner of Mend & Move Massage & Wellness. With more than 11 years of experience in the field, I’ve built my practice around providing thoughtful, individualized care that considers the whole person—not simply the area that hurts.
I graduated from a local private college and became registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario in 2014. Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work in multidisciplinary clinical settings, develop a strong interest in evidence-informed care, and spend several years as an academic educator and clinical supervisor. As an educator, I had the privilege of teaching and mentoring multiple groups of massage therapy students as they developed their clinical skills and worked toward becoming Registered Massage Therapists themselves.
My clinical experience includes a variety of massage therapy techniques and approaches, with a particular interest in therapeutic and deep-tissue massage. I’ve completed additional training in oncology massage, prenatal and postpartum massage, and massage for infants and children. I’m also certified in Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM), Silicone Cupping for Myofascial Release, and kinesiology taping.
Outside of the clinic, I’m a busy mom of two boys. When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, cooking, baking, and, more recently, developing my green thumb through gardening.
For me, massage therapy is about meeting each person where they are and helping them feel more comfortable, capable, and confident in their body. I want my clients to feel heard, understood, and actively involved in their care, with treatment that is thoughtful, purposeful, and tailored to their individual needs. Whether the goal is managing pain, improving movement, supporting recovery, or simply making time for yourself, my goal is to help you move toward feeling and functioning better in the ways that matter most to you.
I’m Samantha, I became a Registered Massage Therapist in 2026 after spending over eight years as an esthetician, where I developed a strong passion for client care and helping others feel their best.
I chose massage therapy to expand my ability to help clients not only relax, but also address muscle tension, pain, and injuries. I am trained in relaxation and therapeutic massage, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy, and enjoy creating personalized treatments based on each client’s individual needs and goals.
I’m excited to continue growing and expanding my knowledge as a therapist, and I look forward to working with you and being part of your wellness journey.
Outside of the clinic, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and making memories with my children such as getting outdoors, exploring new places, and playing sports together. When I have some time for myself, I enjoy hiking, sharing good food and conversation over dinner with friends, getting lost in a good book, or relaxing with a movie. I value staying active, connecting with the people I love, and making time to slow down and enjoy the little things.
