Massage Therapy Team

Meet Our Massage Therapy Experts

At Optimize Physiotherapy, our skilled massage therapy team is dedicated to helping you recover, relax, and restore balance.

Whether you’re looking to relieve tension, improve mobility, or enhance your overall wellness, our registered massage therapists are here to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs. With years of experience and a passion for health, we’re committed to providing the best care to help you feel your best.

Meet the team

Our Massage Therapy Team

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Alexander Belanger

RMT

Alexander is a graduate of both the Fitness & Health promotion program from Algonquon College, as well as the intensive massage therapy program at the International Academy of Massage.

Philosophy

Alexander thrives at getting his patients out of pain and back to what it is they do best, whether that be sport or striving towards functional longevity and ultimately living life happy, healthy and to the fullest.

Background

After years of competing in high school and collegiate track & field and Rugby he transitioned to coaching athletes and personal training for the better part of the last decade.

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Lianne Wouda

RMT

Lianne graduated from the International Academy of Health Education in 2020. She always knew she wanted to work in the healthcare field, and her passion for massage therapy began at a young age when she was exploring ways to help her mother who was suffering from cancer. Her mother would joke about how Lianne should be a massage therapist one day, and little did they both know, she would be.

Philosophy

Today, Lianne is very dedicated to her clients, helping them manage chronic pain and achieve their goals with an evidence-based approach to treatment. She wants to investigate what is causing the pain and treat from that perspective as opposed to going through the motions. She is passionate about what she does and enjoys educating her clients with ways to manage pain and dysfunction through at-home care by utilizing exercise, stretching, and hydrotherapy between appointments.

Background

Lianne specializes in Swedish Massage, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Release, and Deep Tissue Massage. She is also in the process of achieving additional certifications in Cupping and Guasha techniques.

In her spare time, Lianne likes listening to podcasts/audiobooks, spending time in nature, playing piano and dancing in her kitchen.

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Quinn Fortier

Quinn graduated with honours from the 3 year Advanced Diploma Massage Therapy Program at Algonquin College (Ottawa, Ontario) in 2020, following a Pre-Health Sciences Certificate in 2016.

Philosophy

Since graduating, Quinn has worked full-time as a Registered Massage Therapist in clinical environments, treating a wide range of clients — from athletes and active individuals to those with postural imbalances or recovering from chronic and acute pain. He has extensive experience working with people who engage in activities such as desk work, martial arts, weightlifting, and snowboarding, and understands the unique demands these place on the body.

Background

A treatment with Quinn begins with an in-depth assessment and is tailored to your needs, combining a range of pressures and movement techniques. Whether your goal is recovery, performance, or relaxation, each session is designed to support your body where it’s at.

Quinn is committed to ongoing learning and has completed additional training in:
– RAPID NeuroFascial Reset (Upper Body, Lower Body, and Core)
– Functional Range Conditioning (FRC)
– The Mulligan Concept (Upper Body and Lower Body)
– Integrated Seminar Series (Integrated Needling)

Book with Quinn for a treatment designed to help you move, feel, and function at your best.

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Matthew Arnold

RMT

Matt’s journey into manual therapy was shaped by personal experience with chronic pain and years spent exploring human movement through strength training. These experiences sparked a deep interest in understanding pain, dysfunction, and the factors that influence recovery. This path led him to pursue a career helping others restore function, confidence, and ease of movement.

Philosophy

Matt’s clinical approach is centered around movement, merging client engagement with hands- on therapy to address pain, improve function, and build confidence. His sessions are performed fully clothed and incorporate active movement, allowing assessment and treatment to be integrated throughout the session. Matt uses detailed assessment and clinical reasoning to continually reassess and adapt treatment as a client’s presentation changes, ensuring care remains targeted to their individual needs and goals.

Background

Matt is a Registered Massage Therapist and graduated with honours from Algonquin College’s Massage Therapy program. Before transitioning into massage therapy, he spent 10 years working in engineering and project management, developing strong skills in analysis, problem- solving, and understanding complex systems. Additional training: RAPID NeuroFascial Reset (Upper Body, Lower Body, Core) — movement based approach focused on assessment, active treatment63, and client participation. Trauma-Informed Practice — training focused on creating a supportive, empowering environment where clients feel comfortable and confident accessing care.

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Ready to Experience True Relaxation & Recovery?

Our massage therapy goes beyond just relaxation.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, relieving stress, or enhancing your well-being, we provide tailored treatments to support you every step of the way. Let’s help you feel refreshed, restored, and ready for anything!

OUR TEAM

Massage Therapy Team