Our Philosophy & Team

Cassandra is our resident massage therapist who has been practicing massage for over 13 years. As an active person, Cassandra was drawn to massage therapy for its ability to improve body function and heal injuries. She takes pride in her work when a client can overcome something negative in their life with massage, whether it’s an injury or stress. 

One of Cassandra’s favourite things about the job is that every day is something new. As an avid athlete and mother of 2, Cassandra particularly enjoys working with athletes and prenatal clients, as she has seen the benefits of massage in her own life. That said, Cassandra has worked with clients from all walks of life and seen the positive improvements massage can bring for everyone. 

When she’s not working, Cassandra is always down for a run, having completed 10 half marathons. She’s also a basketball player, having played in the local women’s league for 7 seasons. Aside from her own athletic endeavours, you can find Cassandra at her son’s soccer games, where she often helps the team with cross-training and massage therapy. If she’s not working, running, or at a soccer game, Cassandra also loves to hike. 

Cassandra’s Certifications

• Registered Massage Therapist 
• Hot Stone Therapy Certified 
• Myofascial Cupping Certified 
• Member of the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada 

Dawn is a fitness enthusiast and specialist, with her love for physical fitness expanding from her personal life to her professional life. Over the past 22 years, Dawn was blessed with the opportunity to be a stay at home mom, which also allowed her to pursue many adventures in physical fitness.

Beginning as a long-distance runner, Dawn found herself looking for a new challenge. She found Crossfit and never looked back, as it allowed her to build her strength both physically and mentally. It also showed her the benefit of group classes, something she hopes to share with clients at Recovery Lab.

As an aging athlete, Dawn has grown to recognize the importance of nutrition, mobility, flexibility, and recovery. She looks forward to sharing this knowledge through fascial stretch therapy and various group classes. Whether you’re an athlete or someone who’s just getting started, Dawn is excited to help you discover your full potential and the missing link in your wellness routine.

Dawn’s Certifications

• Certified Fascial Stretch Therapist
• Certified Life Stretch Coach
• Certified Personal Trainer
• Crossfit Coach Level 2 (with specializations in mobility, master’s, and kid’s training)

Growing up just outside of Red Deer, Ashley has always strived to be actively involved in our community. From youth sports to owning a small franchise in Red Deer & Sylvan Lake through her early 20’s, she knew that the Red Deer area was where she wanted to continue her professional career.

Ashley loves to explore new cultures. After traveling to over 22 countries some of her favorite moments are a solo trip through Egypt, building houses in South Africa and attending University in Finland.

Her love for marketing and cultivating community connection led to her role as the Assistant Manager of Marketing & Communications at Westerner Park. During her time there she took part in some of Canada and Central Alberta’s largest events such as Westerner Days, the Canadian Finals Rodeo and numerous concerts. This experience allowed her to embrace her passion for connecting the community and develop her marketing and communication skills.

After realizing the importance of both physical and mental health, her transition into the Marketing & Community Engagement Manager at Recovery Lab was both natural and fulfilling. Ashley is thrilled to work for an organization with like-minded people who care about the wellbeing of our community.

Outside of Ashley’s professional career you will most likely find her gardening, golfing, adventuring in the mountains, or strolling through the local farmers market on Saturday mornings!

Ashley’s Certifications

Bachelor of Management – Marketing | University of Lethbridge
Business Administration Diploma | Lethbridge College/ Kajanni University of Applied Science, Finland

Ashley’s Achievements

Top 10 Under 40 – Canadian Association of Fairs & Exhibitions
Conference speaker – Unconvention, 2020
Business Owner – CP Presidential Award

Linda is a long-time practitioner and teacher of alternative health. For several years she was a Mindfulness Consultant for the St. Paul Education Regional School District, facilitating Mindfulness in the Classroom in numerous district schools providing training for both students and educators. Her teaching life spans a variety of modalities from Mindfulness in the Classroom, community circles, wellness workshops through to instructing college courses on the foundations of adult education. She highly values equanimity and caring relationships within education, welcoming all stakeholders as important members of a learning community.

Linda’s journey with Mindfulness began while in graduate studies from 2006 to 2008 at Simon Fraser University where she had opportunity to implement a pilot project researching the question: “Does self-awareness and holistic self-care assist in the achievement of heart-centred teaching and learning?” The research findings indicated positive results. Her enthusiasm grew, resulting in extensive professional training with Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and continuous work towards the implementation of mindfulness in the field of education. Linda received her training as facilitator for MBSR out of the University of Massachusetts.

Mindfulness becomes a caring way of being in relationship with self, others, and our world as a community, where equanimity and compassion are practiced, and the outcome aim is holistic and enduring. Linda is a proud mother of three outstanding men, two beautiful daughters-in-law and has the absolute joy of two grandchildren to play with and learn from. She loves the mountains, fast moving waters and simply being in nature.

Linda’s Certifications

Practicum in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Master of Education, Instruction and Curriculum
Alberta Conflict Transformation Society (ACTS) Facillitator
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction in Mind-Body Medicine
Trauma Centre – Trauma Sensitive Yoga Training
Yin Yoga Teacher
Integrative Yoga Therapy, Yoga Instructor Certification
Reiki Master

Matthew received his Bachelors of Kinesiology Degree from the University of Alberta along with his Kinesiology Diploma from Red Deer College. He has since worked as a Kinesiologist within an interdisciplinary team for CBI Health at both Edmonton and Red Deer locations over the last 4 years, assisting his clients by increasing their strength, mobility and function to improve their overall quality of life.

Matt has recently completed his Fascial Stretch Therapy Level 1 Practitioner certification in Ontario and is eager to join the Recovery Lab team.

In his spare time, Matt enjoys staying physically active by working out, biking, golfing and playing hockey. He also enjoys keeping his mind active through chess and playing guitar.

Andrea’s passion to help others led her to a career in Massage Therapy.  She graduated with 2200 hours in 2016 and has developed her techniques to suit multiple needs and takes pride in being a part of client’s journey to better health.

Andrea loves that massage therapy can benefit a wide variety of clients and conditions.  She uses her skills to relieve everyday stresses and assist with pain management to promote an overall healthy lifestyle for all.

When she is not massaging, Andrea enjoys camping, hiking, cycling and skiing.

Andrea’s Certifications

Registered Massage Therapist

Roxane started practicing massage 7 years ago after finding interest in athletic therapy. As an athlete herself, she was always interested in the movement of her muscles as well as movement and recovery of them after an injury. Roxane loves sharing her knowledge and experiences with her clients in hope to help relieve their pain, discomfort or stress. Watching a client leave with a smile on their face is why Roxane continues to practice.

One of Roxane’s career highlights was having the opportunity to work with the Canadian Men’s Rugby Team as they came through on tours. When not massaging she can be found spending time with her 3 grandchildren or hiking with her youngest daughter.

Roxane’s Certifications

• Registered Massage Therapist 
• Hot Stone Therapy Certified 
• Myofascial Cupping Certified 
• Member of Canadian Massage and manual Osteopathic Therapists Association

Harold has been practicing massage therapy for five years and specializes in clinical therapeutic treatments.  He strongly believes that his greatest value that he can give to his clients is not just physical treatment, but also information that can lead to living a healthier lifestyle.  Harold enjoys working with clients from all walks of life.  He relates well to people living active lifestyles since he plays badminton and volleyball.  He has a great understanding of holistic healing, physical treatment and recovery.

Harold is a single father to an amazing eight year old boy.  When he is not busy working, Harold enjoys spending time with family and friends.  Exercising, playing sports, reading books and meditating are also ways that he fills his spare moments.

Harolds’s Certifications

• Registered Massage Therapist
• Certified Lensen Therapist
• Reiki Master
• Member of Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association

Lianna has a passion for anatomy, physiology, continually learning, and research in her field of expertise as a massage therapist. She has a wealth of experience and takes a compassionate approach to her clients and their healing and recovery. Lianna has been a Registered Massage Therapist for five years, specializing in recovery, deep and sports massage therapy. Her strengths are working with migraine and chronic headaches, concussions, rotator cuff and neck and hip injuries. Chronic conditions, postural deviations, joint mobilizations myofascial cupping and hot stone therapy are among the other modalities Lianna offers at this time. In her spare time, you will likely find her with her family and friends, enjoying watersports and the great outdoors!

Chantel has always had a passion for fitness and is happy to be able to help others find what they need in health, wellness and recovery. As our Receptionist she will be able to help answer any questions, point you in the right direction and book you in for your next appointment with us.

Having grown up in Red Deer, she has been apart of the community her whole life participating in various group fitness and volunteer projects.

When Chantel isn’t working, you can find her traversing the great outdoors – be it hiking, kayaking, spelunking or fueling her competitive side competing in tough mudder and spartan races.

Fiona was born and raised in Red Deer, Alberta and has always been an active member in the dance and fitness community. She has trained professionally in Vancouver at Harbour Dance Centre in both the Intensive Training Program and with the Source Dance Company. Fiona has instructed at PUR Movement in Vancouver as well, in the pursuit of perfecting her dance-based fitness classes. Fiona has completed her professional dance exams and is a certified instructor with the Canadian Dance Teacher’s Association and recently completed her AFLCA group fitness certification.

Fiona is constantly in movement, when you aren’t with her at Recovery Lab you can find her mixing drinks at Cilantro and Chive, teaching dance at Make Your Mark Dance, Dancer’s Edge or coaching at F45 South Red Deer on any given day. Fiona is ecstatic to begin her journey with Recovery Lab by bringing together many elements of her training and expertise to provide a fun fitness and movement experience in her classes.

Originally from Saskatchewan, Cindy has been a resident of Red Deer for the past 20 years and has enjoyed raising her two children with her husband in this community.

Cindy had been a part of the Red Deer Catholic School Division for over 12 years and was looking for a new adventure. With both of her children participating in high level sports, she recognized the importance of physical and mental preparation as well as the recovery. She is honoured to be a part of the Recovery Lab team.

When not at Recovery Lab, Cindy loves spending time with her family, going on walks/hikes, gluten-free baking, watching softball games and cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays.

Abigail has known from a young age that she wanted to help people. This led her to take her 2200 hour massage therapy program at Alberta College of Massage Therapy. She has a strong desire to continue learning different techniques and modalities with a focus on myofascial release and cupping. She is excited to bring her enthusiasm and positivity to the Recovery Lab team.

When she is not working, Abigail enjoys spending time with family and friends. She is always up for anything outdoors especially biking and golf.

Abbi’s Certifications

• Registered Massage Therapist

Jacquelyn completed her 2200-hour massage therapy diploma at the Alberta Institute of Massage in 2019 and is a current member of the NHPC association.

She has always had a passion for the anatomy and physiology of the human body and specializes in deep tissue, trigger point therapy, prenatal and recovery massage. She is knowledgeable in reflexology and eager to add more skills to her treatments, such as getting her jade stone certification.

When Jacquelyn is not massaging she can be found hiking with her dog, camping, and reading.

Jacquelyn’s Certifications

• Registered Massage Therapist

Alyse has received her Master of Counselling Psychology, and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and identifies herself as a forever student of both the teachings of yoga and the psychology. She has a passion for the mind/body connection and believes strongly that a holistic approach is the key to longevity and discovering and embracing one’s divine self.  Alyse comes to us with a passion and great understanding of both mental and physical health and has spent much of her adult years specializing in Trauma Healing and Women’s Matters.

As far as Alyse can remember, she loved high paced, competitive sports and enjoyed anything that got her heart rate up, which makes sense her love of yoga began with heated Power Flow Yoga.  However, over the years she quickly fell in love with Yin Yoga, so much so she received her Yin YTT certificate in 2018.

Alyse is excited to provide a safe, welcoming, and judgment free space to release both your facia and anything else you choose to let go of.

Taera graduated Massage Therapy at the Alberta Massage Training and Alberta College of Massage Therapy in Grande Prairie.  She completed her 2200hr diploma in 2016 and has training and experience in Relaxation, Deep Tissue, Therapeutic, Prenatal, Cupping, Taping and more.

Taera is well diversified and is always improving her techniques.  She is always eager to expand her education and continue to learn new modalities to benefit her clients and her career. She is passionate about her work in healing the body and enjoys being able to help ease her clients aches and pains.  Taera incorporates movement and stretching into her session to give the client a more beneficial treatment.

When not working Taera enjoys being out in nature and practicing yoga.  She loves spending her down time with her husband and 4 children.

Taera’s Certifications

• Registered Massage Therapist
• Member of Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association
• Dynamic Cupping
• Kinesiology Taping
• Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation

Born and raised in Red Deer, AB, Chloe has always been an active member within the local studio community. From rolling out her mat for the first time 10 years ago, to working at front desk jobs, volunteering, and eventually heading out to Vancouver, B.C to complete her Yoga Teacher Training. Since returning to Red Deer she has been teaching at various studios, events, and organizations in town and continuing to further her education. 

Chloe believes that Yoga is for Every Body, and everybody. Your mat is a safe space to non-judgmentally show up as you are in each moment, through each day. Yoga is a way to come home to yourself, to whole-heartedly and unapologetically put yourself and your well-being first and foremost. We heal in community, so let’s come together for Breathwork, Meditation, movement, and tranquil stillness.  It is her honour to be able to hold space for and with you wherever you may be sitting within your own mind, body, spirit, and heart in each day & each moment.

When Chloe isn’t on the mat you can find her taking in the fresh air outdoors through off-grid camping, hiking, biking or snowshoeing. 

Chloe’s Certifications

• Registered Yoga Instructor
• Trauma-Informed Yoga
• Yin Yoga
• Yoga Nidra

Seana has always wanted to help people feel their best, if that was physically or mentally! She has always been everyone’s biggest hype-man and had a great interest in human anatomy. It amazed her how each of our bodies worked, moved and how we compensate for pain. All of that drew her to massage therapy. Seana attended Alberta institute of massage where she received her 2200 hour diploma and is now a member of the NHPC association. 

When Seana is not working she is actively getting herself and horse ready for a rodeo, attending a rodeo or in the mountains with her horse liquorice and dog bear! 

Seana’s Certifications

• Registered Massage Therapist

MarieJane (Mj) graduated from Calgary’s Cambrooks College with a Diploma in Massage Therapy with 2200 practicum hours. Mj’s technique is very thorough and can be adapted to each clients needs whether it be deep tissue massage, relaxation, trigger point therapy, hot stone or cupping.

In her free time Mj loves to spend time with her family and cooking!

MJ’s Certifications

• Registered Massage Therapist

Lucinda completed her 2200 hour massage therapy diploma in 2019 at Alberta Institute of Massage. She enjoys both deep tissue and recovery massage treatments and focuses on customizing each treatment for her client’s needs.

” I think massage can benefit everyone and I truly believe it’s a huge tool in helping your body feel its best! I’ve always been interested in anatomy and how the body works and I look forward to gaining knowledge and learning new skills every day! ”

Lucinda’s Certifications

• Registered Massage Therapist

Chantal has been practicing massage therapy and similar modalities for 5 years. Her diploma from Bow Valley College in 2012 with 2200hr allows her to combine learned knowledge with practical experience. Chantal specializes in deep tissue, specifically relating to sports injuries, performance, and recovery.

Chantal is a very avid crossfitter, with many years of training and competition background.  She also has had the opportunity to play soccer most of her life and has been able to travel to many countries to play. Her clinical knowledge as a nurse allows her to combine a proactive and reactive approach to both understanding the body, and understanding movement and the ideal corrective needs.

Chantal’s Certifications

• Registered Massage Therapist