Alessandra studied at Oxford College in Toronto, Ontario, and has completed her 2200 hours of training in massage therapy. Her passion for massage lies in its ability to enhance emotional, mental, and physical well-being. She views massage as a powerful tool for helping people feel their best.

With a background in physiotherapy and kinesiology, Alessandra pursued massage therapy because she believes it plays a critical role in healing and maintaining the body. She considers massage a necessity in today’s world, where constant movement and stress often lead us to overlook our bodies’ need for rest and relaxation.

To Alessandra, wellness encompasses care, consciousness, and awareness of what our bodies need. As a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT), she feels it’s her duty to listen to and respond to these needs.

Clients can expect a professional and attentive approach tailored to their individual needs. Alessandra specializes in prenatal and postnatal massage, as well as pediatric massage for all ages. She is adept in deep tissue and relaxation massage, among other techniques. Her experience as a pediatric physiotherapist and kinesiologist enriches her therapeutic practice.

Alessandra enjoys unwinding with a warm bath, applying her favourite creams and lotions, stretching after a rewarding day of work, and spending quality time with her family.

Alessandra is an easy-going, dedicated professional committed to providing a high-quality massage experience. Her respect for her clients and commitment to her craft ensure that every session is focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for their well-being.

Languages: Spanish (native), English (fluent)

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Lia is a compassionate and attentive Registered Massage Therapist who is passionate about helping others feel their best. Her journey into massage therapy began with a personal mission—to help her son recover after sports events. Seeing the positive impact of massage firsthand inspired her to pursue a career dedicated to helping others find relief, restore movement, and improve their overall well-being.

Lia provides personalized, results-focused treatments tailored to each client’s individual needs, whether they are seeking pain relief, stress reduction, improved mobility, injury recovery, or relaxation. With a calm, thoughtful, and intuitive approach, she creates a welcoming environment where clients feel heard, supported, and comfortable throughout their treatment.

Her treatment style blends therapeutic massage, deep tissue techniques, acupressure, targeted pressure work, stretching, and both oil and dry massage methods. Every session is thoughtfully adapted to reduce muscle tension, improve mobility, encourage relaxation, and support long-term wellness. The most rewarding part of her work is seeing clients leave feeling lighter, more relaxed, and free of discomfort.

Outside of the treatment room, Lia enjoys walking with her dog, stretching, and spending time outdoors. Living in Calgary, she loves exploring the mountains and local parks, finding balance in nature and bringing that same sense of calm and care into every treatment she provides.

Languages: Korean (native), English (fluent)

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Rebecca is a dedicated massage therapist with a true passion for helping people feel their best — physically, mentally, and emotionally. She creates a calm, professional space where every treatment is customized to meet her guests’ unique needs, whether that’s stress relief, pain management, or improved mobility.

Her favorite technique is deep tissue massage, as it allows her to release long-standing muscle tension and deliver immediate results that her clients can feel. Rebecca believes in consistency when it comes to wellness and encourages her guests to stay committed to hydration, movement, rest, and regular massage as part of their self-care routine.

Outside of massage therapy, Rebecca enjoys going to the gym and practicing Pilates, which keep her energized, grounded, and strong. She also finds inspiration in reading, with The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest being one of her recent favorites.

Rebecca is currently studying to become a nurse, with the dream of joining the labour and delivery unit, where she can continue her lifelong mission of supporting others through healing and care. Inspired by wellness cultures worldwide, she hopes one day to travel to Bali to experience its rich traditions of healing and rejuvenation.

Languages: Igbo (native), English (fluent)

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Originally from Edmonton, Galit recently moved to Calgary and is excited to be a part of the La Palma Spa team. Drawn to massage therapy by her passion for helping others, she graduated from the 2200-hour Massage Therapy program at Grant MacEwan University and is dedicated to creating treatments that are both therapeutic and deeply restorative.

Galit’s style blends flowing relaxation techniques with targeted therapeutic work, tailoring each treatment to the individual needs of her clients. Whether clients are seeking relief from tension and discomfort or simply looking to recharge, she strives to create an experience that supports both physical and overall well-being.

She believes massage therapy is not only about physical relief, but also about creating a space where clients can slow down, reconnect with themselves, and leave feeling renewed, grounded and care for.

Outside of the treatment room, Galit enjoys spending time in nature, exercising, live music, and traveling. She values creating meaningful connections and helping others feel their best and brings that same warmth and care into every treatment she provides.

Languages: English (native), Hebrew (conversational)

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Mika is a graduate of the 2200-hour Massage Therapy program at Mount Royal, drawn to the profession by her passion for healthcare and meaningful human connection. She provides hands-on, therapeutic care in a welcoming environment, helping clients address musculoskeletal concerns while leaving each session feeling relaxed, restored, and rejuvenated.

Her treatments are known for their smooth, thoughtful flow, blending therapeutic intent with deep relaxation. Mika frequently incorporates myofascial release to improve mobility, reduce tension, and create longer-lasting results by addressing the fascia before deeper muscular work.

Mika believes long-term wellness comes from listening to the body and addressing concerns early. She encourages consistency with movement, self-care, and massage to support both physical health and the nervous system, helping clients feel balanced and at ease.

Outside the treatment room, Mika enjoys fitness and strength training, long walks, and Japanese media and culture. One of her recent reads is Chainsaw Man, a Japanese manga she enjoys for its creative storytelling and exploration of themes like human connection, identity, and meaning. She brings a calm, attentive, and client-centered approach to every treatment, creating a safe space where clients feel heard and supported.

Languages: English (native)

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Sean is a friendly and highly skilled massage therapist with over a decade of experience and a genuine passion for helping people feel their best. He pursued massage because of the fulfillment he finds in caring for others and the meaningful impact therapeutic touch can have on both physical and emotional well-being.

Guests booking with Sean can expect attentive, thoughtful treatment tailored to their individual needs. His favourite treatment is therapeutic deep tissue massage, and he specializes in trigger point therapy and dynamic stretching techniques designed to release tension, improve mobility, and support lasting relief.

His path into massage was shaped in part by time spent in Vietnam, where he was introduced to traditional bodywork approaches that deepened his appreciation for the practice. These early influences continue to inspire his style today, including his integration of flowing, restorative techniques such as Lomi Lomi to create a deeply nurturing experience.

Sean believes massage is an essential part of self-care, especially in today’s fast-paced world where many people operate in a prolonged state of stress and “fight or flight.” His treatments provide an opportunity to downshift the nervous system, restore balance, and reconnect with a more regulated, parasympathetic state.

Outside of work, Sean maintains his own wellness through yoga, stretching, hydrotherapy, paddle boarding, swimming, and time spent in nature. His passion for massage extends beyond his practice, supporting both his personal well-being and his professional purpose.

He recently enjoyed reading Lost Connections by Johann Hari, and his dream destination remains Vietnam, a place that continues to hold personal meaning in his journey.

Languages: English (fluent), Vietnamese (fluent)

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Julia’s path to massage therapy began with her own healing journey after a bicycle accident in 2021, which left her with a head fracture and TMJ issues. Exploring holistic recovery opened her eyes to how the body holds not only physical pain but emotional trauma as well. This insight led to her deep passion for massage as a tool for releasing tension, reconnecting with the body, and fostering inner healing.

Julia’s approach is warm, intuitive, and tailored to each individual. She believes true healing starts with listening to the body and building a relationship rooted in presence and self-trust. Dedicated to supporting others on their wellness journeys, Julia offers compassionate care in a safe and grounding space.

Specialties: - TMJ dysfunction - Myofascial release - Nervous system regulation - Trauma-informed care - Stress and anxiety relief - Relaxation and grounding techniques Holistic recovery support - Mind-body connection and somatic awareness

Outside of her practice, she enjoys yoga, meditation, nature walks, and dancing as ways to stay grounded and release energy. She’s also an avid reader of self-help, spiritual, and science-based books—recently enjoying Accessing the Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve by Stanley Rosenberg.

Originally from Poland, Julia moved to Canada with her mother at age 10. She loves to travel and feels most inspired in places like Thailand—where her love for massage began—and Mexico, drawn to its vibrant culture and (of course) its tacos.

Julia is excited to meet you and support your healing process with care, intention, and heart.

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With a 3000-hour Advanced Massage Therapy Diploma from MaKami College and certification as a yoga teacher, Isabel brings a well-rounded, holistic approach to massage therapy. Her sessions often include guided stretching—drawing on her yoga background—to enhance mobility and support the body’s natural healing processes.

Having worked in construction, office, and on-site environments, Isabel understands the toll daily activities and postural habits can take on the body. She tailors each session with open communication and active listening to meet the unique needs of every client. Passionate about human anatomy, she focuses on identifying the root causes of pain and dysfunction, treating the body as an interconnected system through a full-body approach to injury and pain management.

Isabel offers a wide range of treatments, including Deep Tissue, Swedish, Pre/Postnatal Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Cupping, Hot Stone, Stretch Therapy, Trigger Point, and Joint Play.

Outside of work, Isabel loves dancing—especially salsa—and is an active member of the local salsa community. She enjoys practicing yoga in nature, particularly by the river, and celebrates her creative side each Halloween and Día de los Muertos by crafting her own costumes. One of her favorite destinations is Lake Pátzcuaro in Michoacán, Mexico, where she feels a deep connection to the vibrant Day of the Dead celebrations—a time when “life and death unite, and we can talk to our loved ones who are no longer with us.”

The last book Isabel read, Glucose Revolution, reflects her ongoing curiosity about health, wellness, and how everyday habits can support the body’s natural balance.

Friendly and approachable, Isabel is passionate about helping clients feel more connected, balanced, and at ease—both inside and out.

Languages: Spanish (native), English (fluent)

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With over 15 years of experience, Brandy is a dedicated and compassionate massage therapist who brings a holistic, intuitive, and trauma-informed approach to every treatment. Her career began in the spa and wellness industry, where she spent a decade developing her foundation in relaxation massage, Reiki, facial massage, and holistic healing practices. These early years laid the groundwork for her deeply empathetic approach to care.

Over the past five years, Brandy has focused her practice on supporting individuals living with stress injuries and trauma—physical and emotional wounds that can profoundly impact the body, mind, and spirit. She believes that unresolved pain, even from our earliest experiences, can become stored in the body, leading to chronic discomfort and diminished well-being.

Brandy’s goal is to create a safe and nurturing space for healing, guiding her clients toward balance, restoration, and wholeness. Her work is centered on deep listening—to the body, to the nervous system, and to the unique needs of each client.

While Brandy is highly skilled in a wide range of techniques, she holds a special passion for CranioSacral Therapy and RAPID NeuroFascial Reset, two powerful approaches that align closely with her trauma-informed philosophy.

Brandy believes that self-care is not selfish, but a vital part of living fully and authentically. As she often says, “You cannot serve from an empty vessel.” Her mission is to help clients refill that vessel—through deep, restorative healing that honors the whole person.”

Languages: English (native)

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Meet Saisha, a Master Esthetician with diplomas in Clinical Esthetics and Professional Beauty Esthetics who is passionate about helping clients feel confident, refreshed, and cared for. She offers a range of treatments including customized facials, brow and lash services, and advanced skin treatments designed to enhance natural beauty while supporting healthy skin.

Saisha believes every treatment begins with understanding the individual behind the skin. She takes the time to listen to each guest’s concerns, lifestyle, and goals before creating a personalized treatment approach focused on achieving effective, measurable results. Combining clinical knowledge with a passion for skin health, she works to create treatments that support both the appearance and function of the skin while providing a relaxing and personalized experience.

Before pursuing esthetics, Saisha spent several years working in landscaping and planting, gaining hands-on experience with trees, plants, and the natural environment. This experience sparked a deeper appreciation for the role botanical ingredients can play in skincare, including their traditional uses and naturally occurring compounds that support skin health. Through continued personal study and exploration, she has developed an appreciation for how nature and science can work together within modern skincare practices.

Alongside her passion for skin health, Saisha enjoys creating personalized brow and lash services that help clients enhance their natural features and feel confident in their everyday appearance. She believes beauty treatments are an opportunity for connection, relaxation, and self-care.

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Susan is a caring and compassionate Registered Massage Therapist with over 10 years of experience helping clients navigate a wide range of health and wellness goals. Whether supporting recovery from injuries and motor vehicle accidents, addressing chronic pain, or providing restorative relaxation, Susan takes a personalized approach to every treatment.

A former competitive volleyball player, Susan’s passion for massage therapy grew from her own experience managing chronic knee pain throughout her athletic career. Through this journey, she discovered the value of understanding how the body works and how education, movement, and treatment can empower individuals to manage symptoms and perform at their best.

Susan is passionate about helping clients better understand their bodies and believes that calming the nervous system is a key component of healing, relaxation, and overall wellbeing. She prioritizes comfort, communication, and collaboration, ensuring each treatment is tailored to her clients’ unique needs and goals.

Specialties & Areas of Interest • Intra-Oral TMJ Massage • Headache & Migraine Management • Injury Rehabilitation • Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Recovery • Chronic Pain Management • Relaxation & Wellness Massage • Prenatal Massage • Myofascial Cupping

Susan’s warm, supportive approach and commitment to ongoing learning allow her to create effective treatments that help clients feel empowered, comfortable, and cared for every step of the way.

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Meet Michelle, a highly experienced RMT and Ceritified Esthetician with over 22 years practicing in our beautiful city of Calgary. She comes to us with a diverse background in various settings, including chiropractic clinics, spas, and wellness centers. Michell has developed a deep understanding of the body’s natural healing processes and the transformative power of human touch.

In her practice, Michelle seamlessly integrates her extensive experience and knowledge of the body, mind, and spirit in motion. Her treatment offerings focus on manual manipulation, lymphatic drainage techniques, abdominal massage, and cutting-edge skincare protocols that provide natural and non-invasive facial rejuvenation and pro-aging benefits.

Unique to Calgary, some of the treatments she offers include Lomi Lomi massage, deeply rooted in Hawaiian culture and known for its rhythmic and flowing movements, as well as abdominal massage, which provides a wide array of emotional and physical benefits.

When she’s not working on her craft, Michelle enjoys cheering on her three sons at their basketball games, celebrating their teamwork and dedication to their craft.

Languages: Tagalog (native), English (fluent)

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After eight years of working as a hairstylist and earning her Red Seal Certification, Vu realized how deeply she enjoyed helping people feel confident and cared for. Wanting to take that passion beyond outward beauty and focus on overall well-being, she enrolled in a 3000-hour massage therapy program—seeing massage as a natural next step to combine healing touch with genuine care.

Since graduating, Vu continues to work part-time as a hairstylist while dedicating her massage practice to helping clients feel safe, welcomed, and listened to. Her treatments blend relaxation techniques with therapeutic deep tissue work, enhanced with cupping, hot stone therapy, and stretching to release tension while maintaining a soothing, restorative flow that supports both physical and mental relaxation.

Guided by a holistic approach, Vu believes that caring for the body also nurtures the mind and spirit. She finds inspiration in the book “You Become What You Think” by Shubham Kumar Singh—a reminder she carries into her practice, encouraging mindfulness and positivity in everyday life.

Outside of work, Vu enjoys cycling, gentle yoga, and meditation, as well as quiet spa days to recharge and maintain balance. Above all, she’s passionate about helping her clients leave each session feeling lighter, more grounded, and deeply cared for—inside and out.

Languages: Vietnamese (native), English (fluent)

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Genny graduated from the 3000hr Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy program at Makami College in 2016. Her passion for learning about the mechanics of the body and improving physical health through different techniques, is what intrigued her to pursue a career in massage.

Throughout Genny’s experience of over 5 years of treating clients, she has specialized in therapeutic massages, including: deep tissue, and trigger points. Other modalities that her clients come back for, are cupping and hot stones. She is also well versed in relaxation massage.

When booking in with Genny you can expect her to listen to your needs. Through this, she is able to customize a massage to suit every body while combining a variety of techniques, for a relaxing yet extremely effective massage. Genny’s goal, with every service is to help her clients develop a healthy and strong body to improve their mobility in their day to day activities.

Wellness to Genny is practicing healthy habits on a daily basis to improve physical and mental health. Which ties in nicely with her daily wellness mantra, “My well-being is my top priority.”

When Genny is not working, she enjoys cooking, going for walks, reading and spending quality time with friends & family.

Languages: Spanish (native), English (fluent)

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Dr. Lorena Bulcao is a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Registered Acupuncturist, Registered Massage Therapist, and instructor with over 25 years of experience in therapeutic bodywork and holistic care.

Her treatments combine massage therapy and Traditional Chinese Medicine to help relieve pain, reduce stress, improve mobility, and support overall wellness. She is skilled in Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, manual lymphatic drainage, and acupuncture, and offers Hybrid Acupuncture & Massage Treatments for a truly integrated approach to healing.

In addition to her clinical practice, Lorena is a part-time instructor at Calgary College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, where she teaches and mentors future massage therapists and acupuncturists. She is known for her calm, compassionate, and client-centered approach, creating personalized care that helps clients feel balanced, relaxed, and supported on their wellness journey.

Languages: English (fluent), Portuguese (conversational)

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Melody holds a deep fascination with the human body and mind, and their intricate connectedness. She takes prides in maintaining an inclusive, safe and client centered approach in her practice. Whether you prefer light, medium, or deep tissue massage- Melody’s style is unhurried and therapeutic, utilizing techniques and modalities that focus on balancing the nervous system.

Some of Melody’s areas of expertise and passion include:

• Headaches & Migraines
• Stress, Anxiety, and Mental Health Disorders
• TMJD
• Facial Massage & Facial Cupping
• Intra-Oral and Buccal Massage
• Postural Strain & Dysfunction
• Repetitive Motion-Related Injuries
• Shoulder & Back Pain
• Hip & Glute Pain
• Abdominal Massage
• Pre & Postnatal care

Her recent extracurricular education includes an evidence-informed cupping course, where she learned the latest science surrounding this ancient practice and how to incorporate it into her treatments. Additionally, she is certified by Quanessence Holistic Skincare to provide holistic facials, allowing her to include one of her specialties—buccal and intra-oral massage for facial rejuvenation and TMJD pain. Her previous certification as a Traditional Herbalist enables her to offer a holistic approach to care, with empowering and manageable homecare recommendations.

When Melody is not massaging, she is likely out in nature—birding, camping, or identifying & taking photos of plants.

Languages: English (native)

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Emeline is an experienced massage therapist and esthetician with a rich international background. She began her journey by graduating an advanced diploma in beauty in France, which led to an extensive career working in luxury spas around the world.

With over 10 years of expertise in providing world-class massage and facial treatments, Emeline chose to further her qualifications in 2020 by returning to school to become a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in Australia.

After graduating in 2022, she worked in various clinics across Australia, specializing in advanced massage techniques, including:

• Deep Tissue Massage • Myofascial Cupping • Myofascial Release • Trigger Point Therapy • Pre/Postnatal Massage

Recently, Emeline relocated to Calgary. She is known for her dedication and personalized approach, always listening attentively to clients’ needs to provide tailored treatments that promote wellness and relaxation.

Outside of her professional life, Emeline enjoys spending time with her partner and their dog, exploring the natural beauty Canada has to offer.

Languages: French (native), English (fluent)

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