Our Team

**VACATION ALERT** Doreen will be away from the clinic until May 2024

Doreen’s massage training started of with 2200 hours of education from ICT Northumberland College of Massage Therapy in Halifax. She also gained additional training in Asia and in United States involving various massage techniques like Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy (medium to deep tissue work using the feet). She uses her intuition and education to provide her clients with most effective treatments that includes a mixture of Swedish, Therapeutic, Myofascial release, Trigger Point Therapy, Acupressure and Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy. Her treatment combines passive and active movement with special attention to how posture affects overall health and well-being. Doreen is driven by her passion for wellness and helping other and plans to continue to expand and improve her skill in the future.

Laura Bombala graduated from ICT Northumberland College in August 2020. During her time there she had lots of experience working with professional athletes focusing on deep tissue and sports massage. She also has experience with myofascial treatments and Suikodu. Laura has a strong belief in working closely with her clients in order to establish a treatment plan that will best fit their desired outcome. Laura’s top priority when walking into any treatment is providing her clients with quality care and respect. She is looking forward to meeting any new and returning clients.

Mattea graduated from Eastern College with a diploma in Massage Therapy in 2013 and is registered through the Massage Therapy Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS).

Mattea worked in Halifax for two years until deciding to return home to the Annapolis Valley. For the majority of her massage career has been working in a clinical setting using more of a therapeutic relaxation massage with Shiatsu, Myofascial Release, and Indian Head Massage techniques to help clients who have PTSD, and anxiety. She has continued education in Cupping, Hot Stone Massage, Deep Tissue, and Hand Reflexology.

Mahala attended the Atlantic College of Therapeutic Massage in Fredericton, New Brunswick. While in College Mahala began her practice of massage therapy at the school’s student clinic and wellness clinics around Fredericton. Her time at those wellness clinics provided her with experience treating clients with neurological difficulties such as Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and stroke patients. After graduation, Mahala returned to Kentville, Nova Scotia to treat clients closer to home. She has also been treated at Massage Experts in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Mahala then decided to be closer to home and family, and she found her way to Massage Experts Greenwood.

Originally from the UK, Andrew came to Canada to practice Massage Therapy. He graduated from ICT Northumberland College in 2021 and was awarded the Wholistic Massage Therapist for demonstrating those qualities that best exemplify the art and science of professional massage therapy.

As a client-focused practitioner with an interest in postural imbalances, chronic illnesses and stress reduction, Andrew offers:

Deep Tissue

Myofascial Treatment

Cupping

Shiatsu

Thai Foot Massage

With an emphasis on preventative measures and the promotion of body awareness, Andrew uses a therapeutic approach when exploring root causes and long term solutions. He encourages client participation through customization of treatment plans designed to reduce pain and increase overall quality of life.

With a passion for health and wellness, Andrew dedicates his personal time to self-directed studies and ongoing education to further expand his knowledge of the body. He also enjoys hiking, trail running, swimming and exploring nature with his family.

As a new addition to the team and the Greenwood area, Andrew looks forward to meeting the community and building rapport with new and existing clients.

Cassie is a licensed massage therapist who believes routine therapeutic massages provide many benefits in daily health and wellness maintenance.

Cassie is excited to re-grow her clientele after being off for the past couple years spending time with her 2 young children. She prefers therapeutic and prenatal massages but can also provide relaxation and deep tissue treatments.