THERAPISTS
STAY TUNED FOR NEW THERAPISTS JOINING US SOON!!
MIRANDA ELIAS
OWNER
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Miranda is the founder of Winkler Massage Therapy.
She is a 2017 graduate of Wellington College of Remedial Massage Therapies. She is passionate about therapeutic treatment of dysfunctional tissues and structures while educating her clients throughout the rehabilitative process.
Miranda specializes in neck treatment, TMJD treatment, myofascial release, and rib mobilization. She is knowledgeable and devoted to finding the root cause of your pain so that she can help you return to feeling great and doing what you love.
TIM WIEBE
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Tim is a skilled and knowledgeable therapist, ready to take on any musculoskeletal dysfunction. He is a 2016 graduate of Wellington College of Remedial Massage Therapies snd has gathered valuable experience through the years.
He is excellent at explaining these dysfunctions and helping clients understand their body. He has developed a specialized interest in low back and rib dysfunctions. Tim looks forward to helping you get back into your game, whether that's your ADLs at work, home or sports.
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Tim is fluent in Spanish and Low German.
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HEIDI GIESBRECHT
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
*Currently on maternity leave*
Heidi is a 2019 graduate of Wellington College of Remedial Massage Therapies. She is trained in deep tissue techniques, relaxation, pregnancy massage, scar tissue manipulation, and hot stone.
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Heidi excels at helping you understand your dysfunctions and how one can benefit from therapeutic treatment.
She is a compassionate therapist who would love to help you get back to your normal.
CELINA WALL
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Celina is a 2020 graduate from the Evolve College of Massage Therapy with a passion to help her clients better understand their bodies, pain, and dysfunctions with thorough assessment, testing, and remedial exercise.
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She is trained in therapeutic massage techniques, myofascial release, trigger point release, METs, joint mobilization, and Swedish Massage. She would love to help you get back to your activities of daily living, pain-free, and would love the opportunity to be a part of your health journey!
ADRIENNE THIESSEN
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
*Currently on maternity leave*
I have lived in Winkler all my life and couldn’t imagine calling any other place home. My husband and I got married in summer of 2018. In my spare time I enjoy spending time outdoors hiking, camping, and just being around family and friends.
I am a 2021 graduate from Wellington College of Remedial Massage Therapies. I have recently enjoyed studying muscles, osteopathic-based assessments, and therapeutic massage techniques to be able to find and treat dysfunctions in the musculoskeletal system.
My goal is to get to the root cause of your discomfort/pain in our session together. I am passionate about helping others and will do everything I can to make you feel comfortable and leave feeling your best. I look forward to meeting you!
MEGHAN BARTSCH
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
*Currently on maternity leave*
I am a 2021 graduate of Wellington College of Remedial Massage Therapies. Working in the health care field has always been something I have been very passionate about. In 2019 I started my studies at Wellington and since then have learned so much about the anatomy of the human body and the importance of osteopathic based assessment and treatment for treating any dysfunction in the musculoskeletal system.
In my spare time I love helping out around my parent’s family farm, spending time with friends and family and with any animals I can show a little love to! My husband and I got married in 2018 and since then have added a golden Labrador to our family named Nova.
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I believe one of the most important parts of treatment is client-therapist communication. One of my goals is to create a comfortable, environment to help better understand each client’s needs and expectations to then create the best treatment plan specific to each client I see. I am so excited to serve the community and surrounding that I call home. I look forward to meeting you and being a part of your wellness journey!
PETER BLATZ
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Peter graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in June 1992.Â
He has taught massage therapy at Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy and Kikkawa College in Ontario for a few years but preferred hands on work with professional athletes, dancers and performers.Â
The variety of working with all types of clients is really the motivation for still working in the profession after 30 plus years.Â
Each client has a unique set of circumstances which has brought them to seek out massage therapy for help.
His specialties include hip, low back pain, shoulder injuries and neck pain as well as stretching techniques with deep tissue work.
REBEKKA MERKEL
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Rebekka is a 2024 graduate of Wellington College of Remedial Massage Therapies. She specializes in specific assessment using an osteopathic approach and treatment of the musculoskeletal system, using advanced mobilization techniques along with her massage to correct various muscular and structural problems.Â
Her eagerness to learn about human anatomy gained her knowledge to approach any client's concerns with compassion and confidence.Â
Rebekka is looking forward to working with you and being a part of your health journey!
BASIC (YEAR 1) STUDENTS
Basic Students are in their first year of study. Their focus is in relaxation and they will assess your present condition using Orthopedic and/ or Osteopathic protocols. This may require standing, seated or laying positions. Combining various subjects and skills they are currently learning supplies an important foundational experience for the year 1 students to build upon. There will always be an experienced therapist who will be on location as an observer to the student and available to provide guidance at any point.
ADVANCED (YEAR 2) STUDENTS
Advanced students are in year 2 or 3 of their studies. They shift their focus away from relaxation and orientate toward therapeutic massage. This type of massage is commonly used for specific complaints/conditions and uses assessment and treatment. Year 2/3 students provide this service by combining their first year of experience with the various subjects and skills they are currently learning in an advanced environment.
PRACTICUM STUDENTS
Practicum Students are in their last stretch before receiving their diploma and becoming a professional! They are educated for both relaxation or therapeutic massage. If therapeutic massage is preferred, practicum students are able to assess your condition/dysfunction through tests and assessments of musculoskeletal structures before developing a treatment plan fitted to your needs. Specific techniques are used to treat muscular, skeletal and fascial imbalances. Stretching, strengthening, intrinsic and extrinsic techniques may be used in addition to massage in order to lengthen or stabilize musculature to provide joints with a full range of motion. An observer is always on site to provide advice or guidance if needed.
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