Sharleen knew since childhood that she would somehow get involved with the health and wellness field, there was a little bit of a journey to finally land a career in Therapeutic Massage in 2007. She has a passion for working with those who suffer from chronic pain, including headaches, different type of accidents, posture correction from Repetitive Strain Injuries, and stress stemming from trauma and/or anxiety and depression. Physical, emotional, spiritual and social trauma are often stored in the body in some way shape or form. In Sharleen’s experience, applying therapeutic techniques to soft tissue potentially encourages healing in all these areas. Once we are connected to our bodies, that energy can create movement and be applied in many beneficial ways.
Education
Sharleen’s education began in Mexico. Her interest in health and wellness gently directed her to Therapeutic Massage. She graduated in 2007 from the Alberta Institute of Massage with Honours. In 2009 she completed her Reiki Master Certification through The Healing Center. By 2011 she completed Craniosacral Therapy Level II through the Upledger Institute. Sharleen has added Myofascial Cupping and Acupressure to her qualifications and is always enthusiastic about learning more.
Career
Sharleen started working with a Chiropractor in Red Deer straight out of school. She enjoyed the diversity of clientele, the work environment and being part of a team. After practicing for awhile, Sharleen had the unique opportunity to take over a Massage Clinic in Red Deer. She very much enjoyed being able to contribute and be a part of the Wellness community in this way. In 2009, Sharleen relocated to Edmonton and began working at a high end salon and spa. Since then, she has worked along side Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, Acupuncturists, Yoga Instructors and Personal Trainers. Sharleen is Certified in Holistic Nutrition from CSNN, she enjoys being a support system for her clients, including the struggles they may be facing with their relationship with food. Sharleen has taken a Coaching program, her style of coaching uses a proprietary process, which involves a powerful embodiment experience to help activate ones connection to their body, and help clients apply their techniques when feeling stuck in life’s challenges.
Professional Achievements
Sharleen is an active member of the Massage Therapist Association of Alberta (MTAA).
Sharleen has thrived in busy wellness establishments with other health professionals. This includes Chiropractic Clinics, Salon and Spas, Yoga and Wellness Centre and a Physiotherapist Clinic.
Sonya has been working with massage clients for many years. Sonya’s practice is primarily therapeutic massage, working with clients who are rehabilitating from injury or dealing with a chronic condition. Sonya believes that an essential part of her work is to educate clients with stretching and strengthening exercises that they can do daily. She is dedicated to staying current with massage therapy techniques and practices, in order to provide up-to-date care and advice for her clients.
Education
Sonya, BSc., RMT graduated from the MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy with a diploma in Registered Massage Therapy. Before becoming a massage therapist, Sonya earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science. She began her massage therapy training in Thailand, attaining her Certified Professional Thai Massage Level I from Watpo Thai Traditional Medical School in 2011, and attending the Certified Advanced Practitioner and Teacher Training Program (CAPT) at ITM International Training Massage School in 2014. She has added to her therapeutic skills by taking continuing education in Cupping Therapy, Kinesio Taping, and the Graston Technique.
Career
Sonya has been interested in massage since her childhood in Bangkok, Thailand, where Thai Massage was a part of her family’s culture for many generations. Her mother is a Thai Massage Therapist in Thailand and was Sonya’s first instructor and her inspiration. Sonya has enjoyed success as a therapist at wellness centres and in private practice. Her early practice was primarily Thai Massage, while her recent work has been more therapy-focused. Sonya founded Alleviate Massage Therapy & Wellness Centre in 2016.
Professional Achievements
Sonya is a member of the MTAA (Massage Therapist Association of Alberta), Registered Massage Therapist graduate, and a Certified Thai Massage Therapist and Instructor. Her goal for Alleviate Massage Therapy & Wellness Centre is to provide all clients with education and understanding to maintain optimal health.
