Assra Marium RMT

Usual Days are Tuesdays

Assra (she/her) holds an advanced diploma in massage therapy and strives to provide treatments geared towards improving the overall well being of her clients. Whether it’s stress relief or figuring out a specific cause of pain or dysfunction, she uses a collaborative approach to address the individual health concerns presented by you.

Assra especially believes in the power of breath and how it helps regulate our daily stressors and posture. Additionally, her toolbox includes stretches on the table, using handheld massage tools such as fascia tools, dry brush, cupping, Theragun and essential oils in her treatments. She also enjoys client education wherever applicable and needed.

Assra loves what she does and she loves people! She feels lucky to have been of service to clients from all walks of life and her experience as an RMT includes working with pre- and post-natal clients and persons looking for wellness check-ins and maintenance. She has worked with letter-carriers, first responders, teachers, nurses, athletes, construction workers, post top surgery clients, and children. Each treatment is different and set against your goals. Whether you're dealing with a lingering injury, mental burnout, postural imbalance, or just hoping to keep your body feeling relaxed and functioning - Assra is here to help!

Assra is looking forward to meeting you!

Chris Allard RMT

Usual Days are Thursdays and Fridays

Chris (they/he) has been a practicing Massage Therapist for over 25 years. Prior to that they worked in both the restaurant industry and social work field, and completed an undergraduate degree in psychology. A graduate of the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy in Toronto (1998), they have found immense satisfaction in their chosen career. Chris has fostered a diverse client-base in both Hamilton and Guelph, with an approach that honours and respects all bodies.

Chris’ practice combines advanced clinical and holistic techniques, using their education, knowledge and hands-on experience to address a variety of health concerns ranging from: chronic or acute injuries, post-surgery healing/scar care, muscle tension, pain/discomfort, headaches/migraines, repetitive movement strains, physical & emotional stressors, pre- and post-natal massage, and general relaxation.

They practice active consent throughout treatment, providing an inclusive, trauma informed and safer clinical environment for people to access massage therapy. They strive to provide an inclusive space for all 2S and LGBTQ+ people within an anti-racist / anti-oppressive framework.

At the root of all their work is the belief that kind, compassionate and skilled touch can help heal both physical and emotional pains, individually and within our communities.

As an RMT, Chris seeks to deliver the highest quality treatment for a diverse range of needs – customizing their approach to suit each individual client. Chris is committed to lifelong learning in regards to the systemic issues that contribute to stress and its impact on individual wellbeing. They strive to create an experience grounded in support, equality and respect.

Also provided are: General Swedish Massage, Myo-Fascial Release modalities (releasing connective tissue restrictions), Therapeutic Taping, Trigger Point Release, Hot Stone and Cupping Massage. Chris loves assisting each client in understanding what is going on with their body and how they can take action to improve their health while easing away pains, stress and tension in the process.

Chris is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and enjoys dog-walks, nature and music.