Our Team

 

Elaine CôtéElaine Côté, BA (Hons), R.M.T.
In 1989, Elaine left her home province of Saskatchewan to join her family in the Ottawa region, where she later obtained a four year Honours Bachelor from the University of Ottawa. She then worked in politics for seven years before deciding to further her education. During her Massage Therapy training at Career Canada College, Elaine gained valuable experience as an intern at the OPTC. In August 2005, she became a co-owner of the OPTC.

She has practised in a variety of multidisciplinary settings, including corporations, community centres, hospitals, palliative care residences, schools, sports competitions, and government offices. She has developed a practice that focuses on, but is not limited to: general well-being, TMJ (jaw) disorder, head, neck & shoulder dysfunction, deep tissue massage, scar tissue treatment, and myofascial release. She also obtained her Level 2 in Reiki and has taken several courses on the role of massage in TMJ dysfunction.

Elaine believes that providing excellent health care is best done with a collaborative team of health care professionals. She is active in the Ottawa Chapter of the Ontario Massage Therapists Association (OMTA) and participates in education and awareness programs for both her peers and the general public. She also donates time and energy towards various charitable organisations and events. Elaine is fluently bilingual in both of Canada’s official languages.

Elaine N.L. Côté is a member in good standing of:

  • College of Massage Therapists of Ontario
  • Ontario Massage Therapist Association

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Stacey ArdielStacey Ardiel, RMT graduated in 1999 from the 2200-hour massage therapy program at the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Newmarket, Ontario. It is there that she received her education of massage theory, anatomy, physiology and pathology. Upon becoming registered, Stacey began her career in the Windsor area. In 2000, she relocated to Ottawa and began working at the Ottawa Professional Therapy Centre. In August of 2005, Stacey became co-owner of the OPTC along with fellow Massage Therapist Elaine Côté.

Stacey strongly believes in continuing her education. Since becoming registered she has received specialized training in CranioSacral Therapy, treatment for TMJ Dysfunction, Structural Integration, Reiki and Hot Stone Massage. Over the course of her 10 year career Stacey has specialized in the treatment of headaches and upper body conditions which effect the shoulder, elbow and wrist. Stacey also enjoys educating the public and other health care professionals. She has attended and given numerous lectures and seminars regarding massage therapy and complementary health care.

Stacey thoroughly enjoys working as a Massage Therapist and through the use of Swedish massage techniques she has developed a practice that not only offers treatment for stress management but also treatment of specific syndromes and injuries. Utilizing a unique technique of incorporating deep tissue massage with relaxation Stacey offers a well rounded treatment to her patients. She also works in conjunction with her clientèle to decide on a treatment plan that best suits their individual needs.

Stacey L. Ardiel is a member in good standing of:

  • College of Massage Therapists of Ontario
  • Ontario Massage Therapist Associationtop of page

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Jessica AlguireJessica Alguire, B.Sc., I.M.T.C., RMT
In 1998 Jessica moved to Ottawa to complete her B.Sc. in Human Kinetics. For the next two and a half years she worked in a physiotherapy centre as a Certified Kinesiologist.  The more she learned and worked with the human body, the more questions she wanted answered and she decided to formally further her studies in the medical field. In 2006, Jessica graduated from a 2500-hour Massage Therapy program at Kiné Concept and started working at the OPTC.

Jessica’s curiosity about the human body continues to grow. She has recently completed her diploma and certification at the Connecticut School of Integrative Manual Therapy. Through this program she has received specialized training in muscle energy techniques, myofascial release, pediatrics, visceral therapy, cranial therapy and lymphatic therapy. Many of these techniques are very gentle making them ideal for clients who are uncomfortable with deep pressure.

Jessica believes in the importance of working in cooperation with the client and their health care team, to help them achieve their health care goals. During her treatments Jessica’s uses a unique variety of techniques and keeps her focus on her client’s comfort. She plans to actively continue furthering her education as this is a benefit to both her and her clients.

Jessica Alguire is a member in good standing of:

  • College of Massage Therapists of Ontario
  • Ontario Massage Therapist Association
  • Integrative Manual Therapy Association

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Devon LancasterDevon Lancaster, RMT
Devon was born in British Columbia and had the opportunity to live all across Canada before settling in Ottawa, where she studied Massage Therapy at Algonquin College. Since graduating in 2004, she has been building a successful practice within the health community.

Devon believes that regular Massage Therapy is not only an excellent way to relieve stress, but that it also plays an important role in achieving and maintaining health, happiness, and a well-balanced life. She has experience in caring for persons with a wide variety of ailments, including chronic strain, postural adaptations and sports injuries.

Devon offers the highest quality of care by customizing her treatment and home care plans to suit each client’s individual needs. She believes Massage and Remedial exercise are key components in injury prevention & rehabilitation and is committed to educating her clients in this regard.

Devon Lancaster is a member in good standing of:

  • College of Massage Therapists of Ontario
  • Ontario Massage Therapist Associationtop of page

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Monica ProsciaMonica Proscia, BA, RMT
Monica graduated in 2005 from the 2200 hour Massage Therapy program at Sutherland-Chan School and Teaching Clinic in Toronto, Ontario. Monica began her career as a Massage Therapist in Brampton Ontario, where she worked with a number of health care professionals in treating clients for a variety of ailments ranging from stress management, repetitive strain and sports injuries to a variety of pain management and relaxation treatments.

In August 2008, Monica relocated to Ottawa where she began working for the Ottawa Professional Therapy Centre. She is excited to continue guiding people on the road to healthier bodies and pain free living through massage and remedial exercises. Monica strongly believes that Massage Therapy is an important tool which enables people to take control of their overall health and wellbeing.

Monica Proscia is a member in good standing of:

  • College of Massage Therapist of Ontario
  • Ontario Massage Therapist Association

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Vicki DohertyVicki Scott, B.H.Sc., RMT, Dip.Ac
Vicki began her career in health care as an RMT when she graduated from Sutherland Chan School and Teaching Clinic in 2002. Since then she has taken a 1300-hour diploma program in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at the Ottawa School of Acupuncture and TCM. She has been practicing acupuncture since 2004, and believes that the best way to healing and recovery is through a balance of therapy including massage, acupuncture and whole body reflection.

Vicki's drive for Health Education continues. She recently graduated from the University of Ottawa with an Honours Bachelor Degree in Health Sciences. With a strong background of educational and clinical experience, Vicki strives to deliver holistic healthcare combined with health education to promote safe, effective and timely
recovery for all her clients.

Vicki Scott is a member in good standing of:

  • Canadian Society of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture
  • College of Massage Therapists of Ontariotop of page

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Andrea BartelsAndrea Bartels, BA, R.N.C.P. is an Ottawa-based Registered Nutritional Consulting Practitioner with more than 10 years of experience in the field of nutrition. She completed her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Geography from Carleton University in 1996. With a special interest in spatial patterns of disease, Andrea took every opportunity to study the relationship between disease and lifestyle in specific geographic areas. These studies motivated her further to study correlations between nutrition and disease, so she moved to Toronto to attend the Institute of Holistic Nutrition. In 1999, Andrea graduated with a Diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition, and returned to her hometown of Ottawa to gain experience as a nutritional consultant.

Andrea has worked alongside chiropractors, homeopaths, massage therapists, medical doctors, pharmacists and biochemists within clinical and retail environments. After careful analysis of a client’s needs and lifestyle, she produces dietary modifications suited to his/her health goals. Andrea’s counselling experience includes, but is not limited to: digestive problems, yeast problems, weight management and allergies, as well as rheumatoid arthritis, pain and other inflammatory conditions. Andrea’s holistic nutrition philosophy includes an understanding that we are not just what we eat, but what we absorb. She emphasizes the importance of a clean diet and lifestyle which minimizes stressors and improves resistance to stressors in our daily lives.

Andrea shares her passion for nutrition and the environment with students enrolled at the Ottawa branch of the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, where she has been teaching curriculum courses since 2001. She also presents health and nutrition-related workshops regularly for both public and private institutions. Andrea enjoys learning and frequently attends professional seminars to stay on the cutting edge of the nutrition field.

Andrea Bartels is a member in good standing of:

  • International Organization of Nutritional Consultants