Massage Therapists
Karen Bilous Christine Chisholm Jackie Clark Tuzzolino Amanda Davis Marne Feldman Karlee Heide Sara Kos-Whicher Nicole McLennan Lisa Peterson Jeanine Piche Melody Titus Gwen Gilley Susan Jurkowski Grace Capiral Maggie Jin Quinn Grose Chelsea Caverly Andrea Ginter Karen BilousKaren Bilous – pre-natal/post-natal, therapeutic, relaxation
offers therapeutic and relaxation massage, but her real passion lies in working with pre and postnatal clients. In her 20+ years of practice, Karen has taken specialized classes focusing on pregnancy and infant massage and practiced as a doula for 12+ years. She has helped hundreds of moms throughout their pregnancies, labors, and post-pregnancy. She brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to each client she works with.
Christine ChisholmChristine Chisholm –pre-natal/post-natal, craniosacral therapy, relaxation, infant massage.
has been practicing for over 20 years and has specialized training in various modalities, including craniosacral therapy, pre-and postnatal massage, and she teaches infant massage to parents. She has done extensive work using Craniosacral therapy with children who have ADHD, behavioral challenges, and various other issues affecting child growth and development.
Jackie Clark TuzzolinoJackie Clark Tuzzolino – therapeutic, acupuncture, cupping, relaxation.
has been with Sundragon since our first summer in 2006. Over the years, she has developed a genuine interest in working with children and senior health, focusing on gentle treatment methods to help alleviate pain, range of motion problems, and joint issues. She uses cupping, acupuncture (as part of a massage treatment, not billable as an acupuncture session), and a variety of joint mobilization techniques to comfortably and successfully address clients’ issues.
Amanda DavisAmanda Davis – manual lymphatic drainage, therapeutic, relaxation
joined Sundragon Studios in 2013 and graduated from The Massage Therapy College of Manitoba in 2010. She is a fully certified MLD therapist trained by the Doctor Vodder School in Combined Decongestive Therapy (CDT) and the Doctor Vodder method of Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD). She became fully certified in 2014 and is a member of the Lymphedema Association of Manitoba (LAM). Her massage styles range from stress reduction relaxation massage to treatment of injuries. Amanda also has trained in cupping techniques and loves to combines all her skills in order to provide each client with the treatment they need.
Marne FeldmanMarne Feldman – therapeutic, relaxation.
has been practicing massage therapy for the past 16 years and offers therapeutic and relaxation massage. She has been part of the Sundragon team for ten years and works with a blend of therapeutic and relaxation techniques that helps create a treatment that improves mobility and reduces stress.
Karlee HeideKarlee Heide – sports massage, therapeutic, cupping, relaxation.
graduated from Wellington Massage College in 2011. Karlee has been a hockey fan all her life, giving her an interest in working with sports-related injuries. Over the years, she has added cupping, taping, and stretching courses to her list of therapeutic tricks to help her clients recover from injuries and keep them in the game.
Sara Kos-WhicherSara Kos-Whicher – graduated as an RMT in 2015 and has been working at Sundragon Studios since 2016. In her practice, she treats many clients with neck injuries and has had success in helping people suffering from headaches, whiplash injuries, and chronic neck pain.
Nicole McLennanNicole McLennan – therapeutic, relaxation
graduated from massage college in January of 2018. She joined the Sundragon family in February of that year. She enjoys doing therapeutic massage using joint mobilization techniques to improve the client’s range of motion, improve structural alignment and help clients towards pain-free movement.
Lisa PetersonLisa Peterson – joined us in November of 2017. She has been practicing massage for 15+ years in a number of locations throughout Winnipeg and has finally found a home in Sundragon. Lisa enjoys using a variety treatment methods to help clients relax and feel better. These include therapeutic/deep tissue work, hot stone massage, pre and post natal massage, relaxation massage and sports massage.
Jeanine PicheJeanine Piche – therapeutic.
the owner of Sundragon Studios, has brought her vision of creating a community-based health and wellness studio to life. Jeanine has been a practicing massage therapist for over 20 years and focuses on therapeutic and deep tissue work.
Melody TitusMelody Titus – therapeutic, craniosacral therapy, myofascial release
graduated from Massage Therapy College of Manitoba in 2010 and has been working at Sundragon ever since. Along with therapeutic and relaxation massage, Melody has taken extensive training in working with the craniosacral system and myofascial release and enjoys working with the more gentle techniques to help ease tension and pain for clients.
Gwen GilleyGwen Gilley – therapeutic, relaxation, energy work
has been a massage therapist for over 20 years and brings much experience and knowledge to her treatment. She has studied myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, positional release technique, and primal reflex release. She works gently with the body’s structures to encourage release and relief to pain and restricted motion.
Susan JurkowskiSusan Jurkowski – therapeutic, Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, TMJ Dysfunction, Cupping, Pre and Post Natal, relaxation, Reiki, and Energy Healing.
Susan Jurkowski is a highly skilled and compassionate massage therapist with over 20 years experience. Her integrative approach combines a deep understanding of the body with a commitment to holistic wellness, offering clients a comprehensive range of services to promote physical and emotional healing. Susan holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree and is a registered Massage Therapist (RMT) with advanced certification in complex decongestive therapy (CDT) and manual lymphatic drainage (mld). She is also a Reiki practitioner, bringing a powerful energy healing modality into her practice to support the body’s natural healing process. As a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT), Susan helps clients manage conditions related to the lymphatic system, such as lymphedema and other lymphatic-related issues. She works closely with clients to create tailored treatment plans that not only address the physical body but also support emotional and energetic healing. Susan’s work in TMJD massage has helped individuals struggling with jaw pain, headaches, and other symptoms related to jaw dysfunction. Her work focuses on reducing tension, improving range of motion, and relieving the discomfort that often accompanies TMJD and other craniofacial conditions. In addition to her clinical practice, Susan offers Reiki and energy healing sessions to help clients balance their energy, reduce stress, and restore emotional harmony. This holistic approach enhances her ability to treat both physical and emotional aspects of health, promoting overall well-being and healing. With this diverse skill set, Susan effectively addresses a variety of everyday concerns of clients while also being equipped to treat chronic conditions, pain management, post- surgical recovery, stress, and anxiety. With a commitment to continuous learning, Susan stays at the forefront of emerging trends and techniques in therapeutic healthcare. Her compassionate, personalized care has earned her the trust and respect of her clients, who value her holistic approach to healing and her dedication to their overall well-being.
Grace CapiralGrace Capiral – therapeutic, relaxation, deep tissue, pre-natal and Graston method.
a massage therapist who is passionate and committed to helping people on their healing journey. She believes in a practice that is client-focused and that values open communication between the therapist and client. As a 2007 graduate of the Massage Therapy College of Manitoba, she utilizes various techniques such as Swedish massage, myofascial release, and joint mobilization to provide stress and pain reduction, injury prevention, and relaxation massage. Grace always strives to provide effective and relaxing treatments that will leave you feeling rejuvenated.
Maggie JinMaggie Jin TCM Acupuncture, RMT
Maggie just joined us this summer. Her primary focus is to build her acupuncture practice with us. She is trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture when she was living in China. When she moved to Winnipeg she also took her massage therapy training here at the Massage Therapy College of Manitoba.
Quinn GroseQuinn Grose– therapeutic, relaxation, deep tissue, sports massage, Graston method.
Quinn joined our team in the fall of 2019. His work focuses on deep treatment therapy and fascial release and some of his favorite treatments are for shoulder and hip issues. He has added Graston method to his therapy kit to help clients with fascial restrictions that can help create better range of motion issues and ease chronic pain.
Chelsea CaverlyChelsea Caverly– therapeutic, relaxation, deep tissue.
Chelsea has been with us since January of 2020. She enjoys helping her clients learn how to better take care of their physical health in between appointments as well as working with them on massage. She brings extensive knowledge in remedial exercises and stretches so her clients to can continue to feel good every day.
Andrea GinterAndrea Ginter – therapeutic, myofascial massage, scar tissue release
Andrea or Andie as we call her, has been with us since 2015. During her massage training she found she really liked working with fascial techniques and scar tissue release and has taken extra courses to deepen her knowledge in her skills and abilities. She really enjoys working with clients with chronic issues using these and other tools to get clients back to feeling and moving better.
Alternative Therapists
Celine Klassen Genny Heroux Neta Friesen Maggie Jin Celine KlassenCELINE KLASSEN, RCRT
Reflexologist RCRT, Reiki Master Practitioner
Celine had been with Sundragon since the very beginning in 2006. With 20+ years of experience, she has developed a unique approach to connecting with clients and offering tailored sessions specific to the client’s needs. She is a Certified Reflexologist, Usui Reiki Master, and has completed courses in Communication Skills for Counselling and Counselling Skills Theory at Red River College. Over the years, Celine has acquired knowledge and experience to assist her in a Mind, Body, Spirit approach to healing. Whether an ailment within the physical body or an emotional problem in mind, see how Celine can help you get on a path to better health, self-love, and enlightenment!
~Namaste~
Neta FriesenNETA FRIESEN, B.S.W., R.S.W., M.M.F.T.
Neta Friesen Therapy and More
I have been in the helping profession for 35 years. My own life experiences drew me to this career. I feel privileged to accompany people along their life journey, and I am passionate about helping you live your best life!
Maggie JinMaggie Jin
TCM acupuncture, fire cupping, Gusha, accupressure
Maggie is a registered TCM Acupuncturist with Manitoba Professional Acupuncture Association(MPAA) since 2016. Maggie finished her eight years Traditional Chinese Medicine training in China including a practicum in a hospital. She can work with you on issues by using acupuncture treatment with Traditional Chinese Medicine wisdom, lifestyle advice, cupping, and Guasha. Whether you come for help with pain, digestion, gynecologic issues, stress/depression, or any other condition, she is dedicated to help you to improve you health conditions and wellness.