About us

Laura has been a Registered Massage Therapist with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario since 2011, bringing over 15 years of experience to her practice. Throughout her career, she has worked with a wide range of clients and conditions, continually refining her approach to provide thoughtful, effective care.

Laura has a strong focus on supporting individuals living with chronic pain, an area deeply informed by both professional experience and lived insight. Having undergone double hip replacements and navigated complex orthopedic injuries, as well as supporting a child living with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, she brings a compassionate and informed perspective to treating complex and persistent pain conditions.

She also values the role of relaxation-based treatment, recognizing the importance of rest and stress reduction in overall physical and emotional well-being. Laura has treated more than 10,000 clients and considers it a privilege to be part of each person’s care and prevention journey.

In addition to her clinical work, Laura serves as a board member of Together Through Pain, a nonprofit peer-to-peer support network for people living with chronic pain.

Rikki is a gentle Rottweiler who lives at Loyalist Massage.

She is a calm and friendly presence, but she does not stay in the treatment room during appointments. Rikki is kept separate while clients are receiving care to make sure your experience is quiet, comfortable, and uninterrupted.

You may see her around the home from time to time, or relaxing in shared areas, but she also spends a lot of her day resting, going on walks, or off on her own little adventures.

Rikki is well socialized and has a very even temperament. That said, we completely understand that not everyone is comfortable around dogs. If you have allergies, fears, or any concerns, please let us know ahead of time and accommodations can always be made so your visit feels safe and comfortable.

She is simply part of the home environment here at Loyalist Massage, adding a bit of warmth and personality while staying respectfully out of the way when clients are in.