Our Team

After completing his Bachelors of Physiotherapy (2010) and working for about a year in India, Abhijit went on to pursue his Masters in exercise science from Long Island University, USA (2013). Following his Masters, he practiced in outpatient physical therapy in New York City for about 3.5 years where he saw patients with different orthopedic and sports related injuries. Having moved to Ottawa, Canada in 2017, he has been working as a registered physiotherapist in various outpatient physiotherapy clinics since 2019.

He has a keen interest in continuing education and has done a number of courses to improve his knowledge in the field of rehabilitation. Abhijit has completed both upper and lower quadrants of the mulligan concept and successfully passed the Certification exam and is a Certified Mulligan Practitioner. He has taken the Mckenzie part A lumbar spine course, Kinesiotape courses at K-Active, Rocktape fascial movement taping, NKT level one course, IASTM course from advanced CEU (USA) and advanced shoulder and knee rehab course.

In his spare time, he likes to keep active by biking, kayaking, working out and creating meaningful physiotherapy online content in the form of educational videos, masterclass, blog etc.

I love my job because:

I love to see people move pain free and I am grateful to help people achieve that. Physiotherapy is an ever evolving field so there is always room to grow and learn more. The more I learn, the more helpful I can be to people in achieving pain free motion through different techniques.

See me if:

You are experiencing any of the following:

• Recreational, athletic, or other sports related injuries
• Orthopaedic conditions, post/pre surgical rehab
• Any joint, muscular, neural injury Jaw/TMJ pain, vestibular rehabilitation (BPPV, dizziness, concussion management, etc.)

Also if:

• You want to train yourself for strength, balance, and functional strength
• You are interested in acupuncture or dry needling
• You have been in a motor vehicle accident (MVA)
• You have had an accident in the workplace (WSIB)

I believe:

In using standard or a combination of different techniques for pain management, strength and balance training, sports specific training. I believe in a multi-disciplinary approach to achieve maximum results in your rehab.

Qualifications and Courses:

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2006
• Registered Physiotherapist in Ontario since 2014
• Diploma in Manual therapy
• Diploma in Acupuncture
• APTEI Introduction to Acupuncture and Dry Needling
• Functional Dry Needling by Kineta Core
• Mulligan techniques lower quarter
• IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation)
• TMJ Dysfunction and Management
• Pain truth programme by APTEI
• Concussion Management
• Kinetic link training Level 1
• Simple approach to shoulder injury and management
• And many more…

Holly O’Hara is a Registered Massage Therapist with over six years of experience in a variety of settings, including hotel wellness centres, fitness environments, and clinical practices.

Her passion for helping others began at a young age, when she discovered the joy of easing discomfort through massage while caring for her grandmother. That early experience sparked a lifelong dedication to supporting others through therapeutic touch.

Holly’s treatments focus on relaxation and stress relief, with a special interest in addressing upper body tension, including the head, neck, shoulders, and back. She frequently works with clients experiencing headaches, whiplash, sciatic discomfort, and chronic muscular tension due to posture or desk-related strain. Her goal is to create a calm, welcoming space where clients can decompress, restore balance, and feel genuinely cared for.

Holly is known for her compassionate approach and commitment to providing treatments that are effective, individualized, and rooted in care.

See me if:

You are looking for a massage that focuses on relaxation, stress management, and relieving tension — particularly in the upper body — or support with discomfort related to posture, nerve irritation, or repetitive strain.

Education:

Registered Massage Therapist (Trillium College, Ottawa, 2017) Member in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO)

James MacNeil – Kinesiology Student & Strength Training Specialist

James is a second-year Kinesiology student at Queen’s University with a strong foundation in human anatomy, biomechanics, and exercise physiology. He is also the owner of Kinetic Strength and Conditioning and an experienced strength coach with a background in training both youth and adult populations.

As part of the clinic team, James offers supervised physiotherapy support and strength training, working closely with licensed physiotherapists to guide clients through safe, effective rehab and exercise programs. His approach focuses on functional movement, injury prevention, and long-term physical health — whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or looking to build strength and confidence in movement.

James is also a competitive U23 rower and understands the importance of individualized training. His sessions are informed by both academic knowledge and real-world athletic experience, ensuring a supportive, goal-oriented environment for every client.

Registered Social Worker

In-Person & Virtual Psychotherapy

Therapy for youth (10+), teens, adults and parents-in English and American Sign Language (ASL)

I’m Kathleen, a social worker (RSW) who believes healing happens in safe, supportive relationships where you feel truly seen and understood. My practice is built on compassion, trust, and respect for each person’s unique story.

With over 12 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of supporting youth, teens, adults, and parents in both community and clinical settings. My approach is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and person-centered—I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative, compassionate, and practical.

I support young people managing anxiety, big emotions, anger, low self-esteem, identity questions, and school or peer challenges. For parents and adults, I help clients identify and understand unhealthy patterns, navigate anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship struggles, recovery after breakups or divorce, parenting challenges, and life transitions. I focus on trauma, grief, and helping clients build healthier patterns in their lives.

Whether you’re navigating a difficult season, parenting challenges, or working toward long-term growth, I’m here to walk alongside you with warmth, empathy, and encouragement.

Take care of yourself—you deserve it.

I love my job because:

I worked in warehousing for over a decade. I found this work to be very unfulfilling and both mentally and physically exhausting.  Since I was young I’d always known I wanted to help people, but life circumstances led me in a different direction. I left my last career with a desire to help people and be more fulfilled. I am happy I get to help my clients achieve a better quality of life by decreasing stress, increasing relaxation, and providing therapy to people with health conditions or new and old injuries.

See me if:

You need to relax or de-stress. I also enjoy working with individuals of all ages that may have had a recent or previous injury. I have experience treating people with chronic pain, palliative care patients, reducing scars from surgery or injuries, post-concussion, and a variety of other conditions.

I believe in:

Treating and viewing the body as a whole. A lot of pain can come from muscular imbalances and posture compensations. By identifying the structures that may be contributing to a person’s pain, we can begin to decrease the pain they experience and increase their quality of life.  I believe in strong communication. By using my knowledge, skills and experience, my clients and I work as a team to get them back to a functional level. This way, the pain or reduced mobility they experience does not prevent them from enjoying things like being more active, enjoying family and friends or have more confidence in being mobile.

I enjoy:

Being outdoors in nature. I find the quiet of nature is my happy place. Getting out of the city and away from the fast pace of life helps recharge my batteries so I can be the best I can be to both myself and my clients.

Qualifications and courses:

Registered Massage Therapist, College of Massage Therapists of Ontario Rapid Neuro-fascial Reset: Upper Body, lower body, core, advanced knee

About Me

Lara came to massage as a second career after years behind a desk and has never looked back! As a practitioner, Lara believes that the ideal starting point for addressing musculoskeletal complaints, be they acute, chronic or “just” general tension, is one of attunement with the client. She is interested in the interplay between mental and physical states and enjoys supporting clients by listening to their bodies and then combining clinical and intuitive touch to calm the nervous system.

Lara is a certified Personal Trainer and is passionately committed to strength training as a physically and mentally beneficial undertaking. She can offer insight into injury prevention at the gym and provide a treatment path when injuries do happen.

A Treatment with Me

In addition to Swedish massage - including trigger point and fascial work, passive movement and stretch - she often incorporates cupping, hot stones, and heat into her treatments. Lara is also certified in Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) and Usui/Holy Fire III Reiki, 2nd degree.

Meet Lindsay

As the owner of Common Ground Health and Wellness I have spent the past four years immersed in the world of anatomy, movement, and holistic wellness. While I don’t have a formal background in anatomy, my role in managing a multidisciplinary clinic has allowed me to learn extensively from the talented practitioners I work alongside. I have taken it upon myself to deepen my understanding of functional movement and the ways in which the body communicates through sensation, restriction, and flow.

I am a 200 HR yoga teacher (insured) with a foundation in Hatha, Yin, and elements of Vinyasa flow, as well as an interest of pranayama (breathwork). My approach to yoga is rooted in functional movement and body awareness, rather than rigid and performative postures or perfect alignment.

I believe that many of us live disconnected from our bodies—either too caught up in sensation or completely detached from it. My goal in offering one-on-one yoga sessions is to provide a space for clients to slow down, reconnect, and learn to listen to their bodies without fear of sensation or judgment. Yoga has helped me cultivate balance, move with intention, and better understand the messages my own body is sending me.

These sessions are not about flexibility or achieving picture-perfect poses—they are about exploration, grounding, and finding both softness and strength within yourself. Yoga is a lifelong practice that looks different for everyone, and my goal is to create a space where you can check in, notice, and move with more awareness.

If you’re curious about how yoga, breathwork, and mindful movement can support your journey—whether for relaxation, mobility, or deeper body awareness—I invite you to explore a one-on-one session with me.

I love my job because:

Helping others be able to keep moving and doing the things that they love is incredibly important to me. After experiencing several injuries, particularly around my shoulders and wrists, I was able to observe firsthand how impactful massage therapy can be. I understand how frustrating the healing process can be and strive to provide care that is both achievable and effective to get clients back to doing what they love pain-free.

See me if:

See me if you’re wanting someone to work alongside you to achieve injury and pain-free activity or daily living. Whether you’re dealing with a recent or longstanding injury which is preventing you from doing what you love or achieving your goals, I can help. There is no one size fits all when it comes to your individual recovery journey, I give practical and relevant homecare tailored to your specific needs and goals.

I believe:

That the body knows how to heal itself and is good at it, but sometimes it needs some help and guidance. When I treat, I am working in tandem with my clients to achieve their goals.

Qualifications and Courses:

• Registered Massage Therapist - College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (2023)
• Advanced Diploma, Registered Massage Therapy - Algonquin College (2023)
• Cupping for Manual Therapists and Dynamic Cupping Techniques Level 1 & 2 - The Cupping Revolution by Meridian Care Center (2024)
• TMJ Massage Therapies Online Level 1 - TMJ Massage Therapies (2024)
• Manual Therapy for Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction - ConEd Institute (2025)

Hi, I’m Morgan Buttigieg, a Registered Massage Therapist with a passion for helping you feel at your best to take on everyday life. With experience as a hybrid athlete and personal trainer, I bring a deep understanding of the body and its needs whether for everyday wellness or targeted therapeutic care.

My goal is to make life feel more balanced and manageable by supporting your body’s natural healing process. I provide treatments that go beyond relaxation; designed to promote overall well-being, and help provide relief to a variety of therapeutic health conditions, all with the hope to help you reconnect with your body in a positive way and feel relief. For me, massage is more than bodywork; it’s about bridging the gap between mind and body, relieving stress, and creating space for both to thrive

I love my Job because:

Massage Therapy is the best! Helping those in need has always been something that has been drawn to me and helping create a treatment plan to help my clients get back to their activities of daily living is something that is super appealing to me.

As someone who has done a lot of different jobs, working with my hands has always been my strong suit. Massage therapy allows both of these things to come together in the best way, so I truly believe I have the best job ever.

See me if:

You would like to start on your journey towards feeling like yourself again.

I have treated many clients who were in pain for so long they forgot they were hurting until after receiving treatments.

As a volleyball player, I understand what it’s like to injure an important joint and want to get back to playing as soon as possible. I would love to help you get started on your journey back to feeling like yourself including any recent injuries or chronic pain.

I have worked with all ages/physical wellness including pediatrics, chronic pain and athletes so don’t be shy.

I believe in:

Working with you as much as possible to create a treatment that is tailored to your needs. I believe in empowering the client and making sure you are an active participant in planning out your treatment.

It’s important to take care of our bodies in the same way we would take care of another.

I love my job because

Massage is like art, problem-solving, and healthcare placed into one profession. The human body is like a living organic sculpture I get to work with, I get to pattern out each muscle and each moving part that is unique and still similar in every person. I have a job where I get to touch and work with the art. When it comes to problem-solving, I adore to do it. I get to figure out how each person responds to techniques and applications of massage and find the best solution with them. Healthcare is rewarding, I love knowing people can return to their lives with less pain or a better sense of self. Seeing clients come in with good news about their prospering health in the wake of treatment is an exceptional joy.

See me if

You have any pain, discomfort, deal with anxiety, or are curious if your condition could be treated with massage. I would be happy to answer any questions and work with you in any way I can. I love working with an array of conditions and I like finding solutions together that will create the best possible fit for your day-to-day life. I may only get one hour in a week comprised of 168 hours, so I really want our time to count.

I believe

In fostering curiosity - be that curiosity about my client’s physical health or how physical health impacts their life, changes we can create outside of massage, or how things are affecting the body. I believe we create intense mental and physical change when we cultivate safe environments for client education and self-discovery through therapeutic means. When we as health professionals are intensely curious about our clients, it gives them the power and courage to reinstate their curiosity in themselves and create a commitment to their ongoing health.

As a physiotherapist my goal is to help individuals regain and restore pain free movement and overall health and function.

I treat many conditions such as: sport injuries and other orthopaedic conditions, post/pre surgical rehab, TMJ, vestibular, and concussion rehabilitation. I also have a passion for helping individuals with acupuncture and dry needling.

I use a combination of manual therapy, exercise and functional rehab, as well as acupuncture and dry needling to achieve your functional goals. I am also ADP certified for mobility aids (walkers).

Qualifications and Courses: Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University 2006 CAFCI certification from Acupuncture Canada in 2010 Many other courses including: Gokavi transverse technique (dry needling), Mckenzie, Mulligans, APTEI, vestibular and concussion, TMJ dysfunction, Kinetic Link training level 1 and 2.