Dr. Laura Custode is passionate about helping people and believes that empowering her patients to understand their bodies and health is the foundation of lifelong wellness. 

Dr. Custode graduated with First Class standing from Brock University in 2014 with an Honours Bachelor degree in Kinesiology. She went on to graduate from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, and also became certified in Functional Integrated Acupuncture in 2018. She provided care to the Niagara Region until relocating to Ottawa in 2022.

When she isn’t at the clinic, Dr. Custode can be found experimenting with new recipes, practicing yoga and meditation, looking for new podcasts and spending time with her family and dog, Charlotte. 

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Taryn is a graduate of Massage Therapy from Algonquin College. Her goal as a RMT is to use her extensive knowledge of human anatomy and hands on skills to aid each client in their journey to a pain free lifestyle. As an avid long-distance runner and competitive soccer player, Taryn has a very personal understanding of the demands sport has on the human body. Taryn’s treatments consist of deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, releasing myofascial tension and joint mobilizations. Educating each client on the rehabilitation and recovery process is a very important element to her massage therapy treatments. She is very dedicated and passionate about helping each client reach their optimum physical and mental health potential. Realizing that she can connect and make a positive change in other peoples day to day lives through massage therapy is when she really knew that this was the career for her. There is truly nothing more rewarding!

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Marcus is a graduate from Queen’s University, earning a Bachelor’s degree with Honors in Physical and Health Education. He then received his massage therapy diploma from Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy.

With a lifelong interest in physical activity, Marcus has experienced and competed in many sports throughout his schooling career. He eventually put his focus into coaching and competing in the sport of weightlifting and CrossFit.

Marcus believes in working with the patient to achieve their specific goal which is reflected by his very active and movement based soft-tissue manual techniques. He takes particular interest in improving soft tissue capacity and range of motion to better suit the patients’ everyday demands. His treatment style incorporates Swedish massage techniques, specific deep tissue massages, trigger point techniques, lymphatic drainage work, cupping modality, graston/scraping techniques and is well versed in pre/postnatal treatments. His large skill set allows for a broad range of treatment whether the aim is to relieve stress, alleviate or eliminate pain, improve quality of life or manage chronic conditions. Marcus is also a firm believer in patient education, so they can better understand and manage their symptoms on their journey back to independence. Whether it is a therapeutic, relaxation massage or a deep tissue massage, Marcus is well versed in the techniques appropriate for the situation!

In his spare time, Marcus keeps up with his training regiment and enjoys reading, stretching, spikeball, basketball and podcasts/audiobooks.

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Raphael was inspired to become a physiotherapist at a very young age. He received his Masters in Physiotherapy from the University of Ottawa after completing his Bachelors in Human Kinetics there as well. Raphael is fluent in French and English and will be happy to work with you in the language of your choice. Raphael has participated in a wide variety of sports including hockey, baseball, volleyball and badminton. His experience in sports sparked his interest with the human body and its awesome ability to adapt. Raphael’s goal is to help you appreciate the resiliency of your body while empowering you with tools and support to live a healthy and active lifestyle. He enjoys having fun while getting to know you. You will work together to build your own, comprehensive treatment plan. Raphael sessions are both individualized and diverse, including a combination of manual therapy, functional exercises and education. Outside the clinic, you can find him on every sports field and exploring new cities while trying out new restaurants. Be sure to hit him up with new sports and your best recommendations during your next session. Au plaisir de travailler avec vous!

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As a former competitive swimmer - and now taking passion in coaching younger swimmers - I’ve learned the importance of taking care of my body.

In my spare time, you can find me at the pool, out on the boat surfing, or paddling. In the summer, I volunteer with a local organization that allows people with disabilities, and of all ages, to waterski.

I’ve had the opportunity to treat a wide range of people - including high performance athletes, weekend warriors and people with disabilities. My treatments will consist of a thorough assessment, deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, acupuncture, remedial exercises, and education to help you better understand your body. I want to help you reach your goals and get back to the things that you want to do!

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Luke earned his Master’s of Science in Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University in the UK, after receiving a BSc in Kinesiology from Dalhousie University. Growing up in Ottawa, Luke was drawn to a variety of sports at the competitive level, with his primary interest being hockey. Being around the sporting world from a young age, Luke was exposed to the importance of injury prevention and management through education and exercise. He continues to use this philosophy in combination with manual therapy in his practice to optimize his patient’s rehab potential with regards to their function, knowledge, and overall quality of life. Luke enjoys staying active when he’s away from the clinic through time spent outdoors hiking, running, and playing recreational league sports such as softball, soccer, and hockey with his friends. He is a firm believer that movement is medicine and looks forward to getting to know his patients, optimizing their movement, and helping them reach their rehab goals.

• Functional Dry Needling Level 1

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Originally from Switzerland, Alexia grew up in the Alps where health, well-being and sports have always been key parts of her life. Her life experiences and passion for traveling lead her to Canada where she fell in love with its beauty and people. She completed her Bachelor of Health Sciences at the University of Ottawa and in parallel to her studies, she attended a massage therapy program. After living a few seasons in Whistler where she worked as an adaptive ski instructor, she then decided to pursue her dream career in London, England and graduated with her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy at Brunel University.

Since graduation, she has worked in Switzerland in a private hospital and outpatient clinic where she provided treatment for patients in orthopedics, traumatology, Neurology, Rheumatology and Pediatrics. Alexia believes in continuing education and can provide dry needling treatments, taping, cupping and various manual therapies.

Outside of work, she loves staying active around the Ottawa area, and taking advantage of winter by spending her free time outdoors. In the summer, you’ll find her hiking or running along the canal.

Enthusiastic, energetic, and dedicated to others, Alexia is focused on helping patients in a holistic way to make a positive long-term impact and help you achieve your goals! She’s fluent in French and English.

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Lorrain believes that the key to a prosperous community lies in the well-being of each and every member of that community. As a therapist, her goal is to provide you with a comfortable and empathic environment, built on trust and transparency. Lorrain uses a collaborative therapeutic approach, and she works with you to develop an action plan; integrating evidence-based practices that suit your needs. Lorrain specializes in offering culturally sensitive treatment that is customized to your therapeutic needs. Her areas of practice include: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, PTSD, perinatal and postpartum support, premarital and marital support, parenting, women’s issues, interpersonal relationships, cultural identity conflicts, and time and stress management.

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Amara is an experienced neurological physiotherapist with advanced training in neurological rehabilitation.

Neurological conditions she has treated include:

Parkinson’s Disease Stroke MS Spinal Cord Injury ALS Ataxia And More

She has experience with working with different populations and the geriatric population.

Training:

Certified LSVT BIG therapist Certified in Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) Specialized workshops in the assessment and treatment of stroke or acquired brain injury.

Fluent in English and French

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