Our Team
MEET OUR TEAM OF EXPERTS
We have a team of passionate and caring therapists
Our team is all registered in good standing with Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA),
Certified Registered Massage Therapist
Association (CRMTA), Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC)
and College and Association of Acupuncturists of Alberta (CAAA).
Lianna Bergonia
Manual Osteopathic Therapist, Registered Massage Therapist
Clinic Owner
Lianna was born and raised in Manila, Philippines. She is the youngest in her family. At a very young age, she would give massages to her family not knowing it will be the career that she would be so passionate about in the future. Her past work experience was in the food service industry which gave her the opportunity to come to Canada in 2011.
She graduated with distinction from 2200 Hour Massage Therapy Diploma Program at Alberta College of Massage Therapy in Edmonton in June 2017. She then decided to start Healing Point Massage Therapy in Perron Street St. Albert in May 2018.
Her passion for helping people to feel better pushed her to take additional training as Manual Osteopathic Therapist to understand causes of pain and discomfort. She graduated with honours from 1180 Hour Manual Osteopathic Therapist Diploma at Manual Osteopathic College of Canada in Edmonton in September 2019. In November 2019, she opened a new clinic in Liberton Medical Center in St. Albert where she was able to invite passionate team of therapists. She also worked part time as a Teaching Assistant for Manual Osteopathic Therapy Program for a year for March 2020 intake. She enjoyed the challenge and the opportunity to help Manual Osteopathic Therapy students achieve success with the program. She is currently a member in good standing of the CMMOTA (Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association).
When she is not working, she spends her time with her family with outdoors, biking, camping and enjoying view of the mountains and lakes in the summer. She also loves to watch Netflix cooking and baking shows and dreams about being a contestant at Netflix’s “Nailed It”.
“I love helping people. When people come in for treatment, I am always grateful that they trust me. I see it as an opportunity to help people feel relieved from their chronic pain.” -Lianna
Ma. Lorie Magusara
Registered Massage Therapist
Maria Lorie Magusara, or “Lorie” grew up in the Philippines, she took up a 3000 hour Advanced Massage Therapy Course at Makami College in Edmonton, and graduated in August 2018. Her first job was a caregiver for the sick and Elderly which is her passion.
For Lorie, Massage Therapy is a profession that helps and cares for people, similar to a caregiver job. The main purpose of massage for her is to help our clients achieve a better quality of life as one of the many benefits of regular Massage. One fun trivia about her is that she loves singing at the church even though she doesn’t have a good singing voice. (As she claims but we’re sure she can sing and is just being humble. 🙂 ) Her hobbies are cooking, cleaning. gardening. reading, and walking.
The most rewarding part of being a Massage Therapist for Lorie is when her client tells her after massage that they are feeling better, they can move, pain is gone, or a simple thank you. ” All of these satisfying words make me smile and happy.” Her favorite quote is “Behind the clouds is the sun still shining.” by Abraham Lincoln. Lorie is a caring person with a very positive outlook that will make clients leave the clinic with the most satisfied smile.
Dr. Desire Johnson, Dr. Ac, BSc
Doctor of Acupuncture
Desire was born in Langley, BC, but grew up in all 3 western provinces.
At the early part of her career, she worked as a server, an aide for an autistic individual and as a Physiotherapy aide/assistant.
She graduated with a bachelor degree in Science in Biology from Burman University in 2016 and from MacEwan University in 2021 with a Diploma in Acupuncture.
Desire is passionate in helping people become the best version of themselves, physically, mentally and emotionally. Acupuncture allows her to create individualized treatment plans that address all areas of wellness.
Originally, Acupuncture was her back-up plan, after planning to get her Masters of Physiotherapy where she was waitlisted for the program, but didn’t make it in. She took the acupuncture program at MacEwan as a back-up and to improve her GPA. In her first semester, she got a 4.0 and loved the program. She didn’t reapply for physiotherapy, and haven’t looked back since then.
Her greatest accomplishment as a practitioner is the progress she sees in the people she helps. It is incredibly rewarding to see a client be able to move in a way they couldn’t before, become pain-free, feel mentally refreshed, sleep better, etc.
She has travelled to over 13 countries in 3 continents, and is a huge concert junkie. Fun fact about her is she has an irrational fear of earthworms and played violin for 5yrs.
When not working, she likes to spend time outdoors with her husband and dog! She loves reading, playing (and making) music and trying new activities!
With this pandemic, she really likes the quote “Tough times never last, but tough people do”, by Robert H. Schuller! We will all get through this together!
Her preferred modalities include acupuncture, electroacupuncture, auricular acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, tuina massage and guasha. She is committed to helping patients achieve wellness in all areas of their life.
Edeloisa “Lilet” Macayanan
Registered Massage Therapist
Edeloisa Macayanan or Lilet was born and raised in the Philippines. She successfully completed 2200 hours Massage Therapy Diploma at Alberta College of Massage Therapy in 2021.
In 2009, she came to Canada as a caregiver and then studied to become a Health Care Aid and worked at the Golden Age Manor. She was then transferred to Edmonton General Continuing Care from 2016 to present. For a total of 11 years, Eloisa helped and cared for the seniors.
Edeloisa loves to learn new things and she is passionate about massage. She loves to help people get relaxed and get relief from muscle pains. She loves to take care of people and connect with them and get to know them. Her favorite quote is “First you LEARN, then remove “L”. She is hardworking, easy to get along with and has genuine desire to care and help people.
Dr. Natalie Jensen (TCMD, Dr. Ac, A.D.S)
Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor, Doctor of Acupuncture, Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist (NADA PROTOCOL)
Natalie is a Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor, Registered Acupuncturist, and Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist.
Using Ancient Chinese Medical techniques like Acupuncture, Cupping, and Sound Healing, Natalie can target specific energy blockages to bring you peace and relief. With Natalie’s different protocols she can relieve specific meridians or organs experiencing blockages to give you the quality of life that you deserve.
Natalie’s credentials are as follows:
2021- HypnoPuncture Method Workshop, to assist clients into a Hypnotic state during their Acupuncture session, deeply profound for a subconscious healing.
2010- Certificate of Sound Healing, Level 6.
2009- Doctorate of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine (CITCM), Calgary, AB.
2008- Certificate of Registered Acupuncturist
2004- Certificate of Massage Therapy, Foothills College of Massage Therapy, Calgary, AB.
Natalie has also completed her training in Reflexology, a practice which involves applying pressure to the feet utilizing specific techniques.
In her last year at CITCM, she completed an internship in China at the Shandong University Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine. During which she learned by observing many different treatment methods and medical specialties including Paediatrics, Tuina Massage Therapy and Acupuncture to help treat illness and disease.
Natalie’s commitment for continued learning of Ancient Chinese healing modalities has helped her create a unique platform for working with clients with varying needs, in a grounded and powerful format.
Susan Jeske
Registered Massage Therapist
Susan grew up in the Edmonton area. She finished her 2200 hour Massage Therapy Diploma program at Alberta College of Massage Therapy in Edmonton in October 2022. Susan started her career in administration then in 2020 made the decision to pursue a career in massage therapy.
Susan has always enjoyed massage therapy personally and wants to help others experience its therapeutic benefits as well. The most rewarding part of being a massage therapist for Susan is seeing the change from when clients first come in for a treatment and seeing the change afterwards.
When not working, she loves traveling, going on road trips, and listening to books on audible. Susan’s favourite quote is, “What you think you create. What you feel you attract. What you imagine you become.” – Buddha
Ashley Farrell
Registered Massage Therapist
Ashley grew up on a farm near Grande Prairie. She is an Alberta College of Massage Therapy alumna who graduated from their 2200-hour Massage Therapy Diploma program in February 2023.
Ashley chose massage therapy as her profession because she has always been passionate about helping people. Her dedication to making others feel better and her joy in seeing clients improve drives her enthusiasm for her career.
Outside of work, Ashley enjoys traveling and has visited seven countries, with Germany being her favorite. She loves spending time outdoors hiking, gardening, or soaking up the sun, and finds cooking and baking to be delightful hobbies. Her favorite quote is: “Make happiness a priority and be gentle with yourself in the process” – Bronnie Ware.
Cassandra Bjornson
Registered Massage Therapist
Cassandra grew up all over lower mainland BC and central AB. She graduated with honours from MAKAMI College in their 3000 hour Advanced Clinical Massage program in 2017. In 2020 she graduated with honours from the Manual Osteopathic program from the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada.
For Cassandra, the most rewarding part of being a massage therapist is seeing people’s lives improve and for them to return to the things they used to love or try new things because they feel so much better. Cassandra’s greatest accomplishment has been her research on MS and the success she has had developing treatments for clients suffering with it.
When not working, she enjoys reading, spending time with her beautiful family, hiking, and snowboarding. Fun fact, she can play six instruments. Cassandra’s favourite quote is, “What we think, we become”. – Buddha
Cara-Ann Boehnke
Registered Massage Therapist
Cara grew up in the Edmonton area. She is a Makami College alumna who graduated in February 2017. Her work experience began at a grocery store, and she also worked at a daycare and an ice cream stand before diving into the world of massage therapy.
The inspiration to pursue this profession came after receiving a memorable massage for her 16th birthday. The profound experience left a lasting impact, motivating Cara to share the therapeutic benefits of massage with others. She finds it rewarding to feel muscles release beneath her hands and see the relieved look on clients’ faces as they exit the clinic.
Outside of work, Cara enjoys studying French and German, drawing, painting, and immersing herself in fantasy and sci-fi literature. “The function of prayer is not to influence God, but rather to change the nature of the one who prays.” – Søren Kierkegaard
Shirley Alvarado
Registered Massage Therapist
Shirley began her career in massage therapy working in a Korean spa and massage clinic in Argentina, where she honed her skills and developed a passion for helping others through massage. Her journey continued with advanced training in foot reflexology while in Peru. Then, in Edmonton, went on to complete the 3000 hour Advanced Clinical Massage program at Makami College in June 2024.
Shirley is skilled in various techniques, including hot stone, deep tissue, prenatal, and relaxation/Swedish massage; lymphatic drainage; as well as treatments for infants and children.
Shirley’s primary goal is to leverage her diverse skill set to provide effective relief from pain, stress, and tension, helping clients achieve a state of relaxation and overall well-being.
Nishan Woosaree
Registered Massage Therapist
Bio coming soon 🙂
Veronica Canaman
Registered Massage Therapist
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Alyssa Folkestad
Registered Massage Therapist
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Kathy Maipid
Registered Massage Therapist
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Yeshwani Raju
Registered Massage Therapist
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Atitiya Mis
Registered Massage Therapist
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Jill Tansowny
Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant, Office Adminstrator
Jill grew up in the Edmonton area. She has many years of experience working in administration and enjoys meeting and getting to know clients. Jill is a Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant with a passion for educating and empowering individuals to make healthy nutrition and lifestyle choices that will support their long-term health and well-being.
When not working, Jill loves exploring the outdoors with her husband and spending time with family. You’re likely to find Jill hiking to the peak of a mountain; wading through a foothills stream; searching for birds in a forest or wetland; or exploring Canada and beyond. When at home, Jill enjoys snuggling up with her cat, Maple; playing board games; gardening; recipe developing; or immersing herself in a book.
“When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world.” — John Muir
Macayla Bergonia
Office Reception
Bio coming soon 🙂
Jenelyn Masumbid
Office Reception
Bio coming soon 🙂