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Michael Darcy, RMT

After a career as a professional photographer, Michael decided to make a change. Incorporating his interest in anatomy and his talent for caregiving, Michael graduated from Toronto’s Sutherland Chan School of Massage Therapy in 2000. In addition to massage therapy, Michael trained in Somatotherapy with renowned osteopath Dr. Guy Voyer. Somatotherapy, an interactive, holistic body/mind manual therapy including integrated active and passive modalities, works beautifully with Swedish massage.

Michael has worked in integrative environments with physiotherapists, chiropractors, massage therapists, and naturopaths. From 2006-2010 he was an on-site staff massage therapist at Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children.

Michael is able to adapt his treatments to meet the needs of a wide range of clients, and encourages them to be actively involved in their own health.
Michael is an avid traveler, cyclist, swimmer and reader.

Adam Rankin, RMT

Having grown up on a skateboard, Adam is no stranger to the aches and pains that can sideline an active lifestyle. Following a shoulder injury that kept him away from tennis, he experienced firsthand the positive effects rehabilitative therapies can have. He became passionate about massage therapy soon after.

A graduate of the Sutherland-Chan School and Teaching Clinic, Adam aims to work with his patients to provide the highest level of care and well-being through restorative treatments and patient education.

With 15 years of experience in the photography business, Adam is also acutely aware of the benefits massage therapy can have for those leading a busy and stressful work life, and aims to promote a sense of calm and wellness in all of his treatments.

(Yu) Michael Zhao, RMT

Michael has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Guelph, and experience running his own business. He has always had a strong interest in healthcare, and eventually decided to go back to school to become a registered massage therapist.

Michael likes to incorporate both Eastern and Western techniques in his treatments, and combines Swedish, Sports, Meridian massage and Tuina to create a customized treatment. Michael works to educate and encourage his clients to be proactive in improving their health and wellness.

Michael is continuing to expand his toolkit of techniques, and is hoping one day to integrate cupping and acupuncture in his practice.

Michael is fluent in Mandarin.

Catherine Taman, RMT

Catherine is a graduate of Sutherland Chan School and Teaching Clinic. Her treatments are targeted to each individual’s needs. She uses firm pressure and myofascial techniques to leave her clients with more freedom of movement in their bodies and a sense of wellbeing and relaxation.

Catherine was very active in her formative years. Her many activities included hiking, canoeing, volley ball, rugby and running. She has a keen interest in health and wellness and has been practicing yoga for many years.

After recently recovering from a yearlong neurological illness that left her unable to use her limbs, Catherine more fully appreciates the impact an injury or disability can have on an individual and their quality of life.

Currently, Catherine has been enjoying a return to travel, photography and writing. In the spring of 2019 Catherine graduated from the University of Toronto with a certificate in creative writing.

Jane Boyle, RMT

Jane is a Registered Massage Therapist, reflexologist and Reiki Master specializing in integrating focused myofascial work with energetic balance.

Jane provides patient care on a contract basis at the Hospital for Sick Children. She worked for the Palliative Care Team and taught Holistic Self-Care Skills workshops for stressed-out hospital staff from 2004-2010. Jane was a researcher with child bone marrow recipients in a four year Hospital for Sick Children Psychology Department study from 2004-2008.

In 2011 Jane became a Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor. In 2017 Jane completed the Contemplative End of Life Care Program at Toronto’s Institute of Traditional Medicine to become a Death Doula.

In her spare time Jane takes dance classes, reads, procrastinates, and binge watches streaming series.

Chris Logue, RMT

Chris is a skilled Massage Therapist commited to improving wellness and following an evidence-based practice, offering individualized care for any individual.

Graduating from Humber College in 2022 with an Advanced Diploma in Massage Therapy, Chris uses techniques including general swedish massage, hydrotherapy, trigger point therapy, passive stretching, PNF, myofascial release and joint mobilizations. Chris’s completed McMaster University’s Contemporary Medical Neurofunctional Acupuncture program in 2023, which authorizes him to perform acupuncture as part of a massage therapy treatment. Chris will incorporate Medical Acupuncture into massage upon patient request, and recommends particularly for cases of chronic pain that Massage Therapy alone may not fully address. If you would like to try acupuncture with massage we recommend at least an hour for to allow time to assess your condition and use a variety of acupuncture points and massage techniques.

As a proud member of the College of Massage Therapists, the Registered Massage Therapist Association, as well as the Canadian Contemporary Acupuncture Association, Chris upholds the highest standards of practice. Continuously immersed in ongoing education and the latest research, Chris is dedicated to providing exceptional care and ensuring optimal outcomes for each valued patient.

Nicole Girard, RMT

After completing a Bachelor of Music degree in 1984, Nicole developed an interest in body work. In 1992 Nicole graduated from Sutherland Chan School and Teaching Clinic, where she went on to facilitate classes and supervise student clinics. In 1996 Nicole began treating staff in the Physiotherapy Department of Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children, where she eventually founded the on-site staff massage therapy program on the wards.

In 2000, Nicole established her own clinic in Toronto’s downtown core called Nicole Girard and Associates, which is now operating as Flex Massage Therapy.

Massage Therapy Team

Michael Darcy, RMT

Adam Rankin, RMT

(Yu) Michael Zhao, RMT

Catherine Taman, RMT

Jane Boyle, RMT

Chris Logue, RMT

Nicole Girard, RMT

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