FULL NAME: Alexandria (Ali) Marie Bonnel
PROFESSIONAL TITLE: Licensed Massage Therapist
SERVICES I CURRENTLY PERFORM: Swedish Massage • Deep Tissue • Manual Lymphatic Drainage • Cupping • Sports Massage
TREATMENT STYLE + APPROACH: My treatment style combines specific firm pressure to release tight muscles and trigger points with a calming, relaxation flow. I like to incorporate passive stretch, range of motion, fascial release techniques and some joint mobilizations when warranted. Depending on the health history, lifestyle and goals of the client, I will adjust pressure and techniques accordingly.
SPECIALTIES/MODALITIES TRAINED IN: Deep Tissue • Cupping • Myofascial • Sports Massage • MLD • Graston • Facial Massage • Trigger Point Therapy
EXPERIENCE: 6 years in the industry
- Healica Massage Therapy - private massage therapy business - providing treatment through the covid 19 pandemic
- American Conference Resort Spa and Waterpark
- The White Birch Massage Therapy and Wellness - Private massage therapy business
- Personal mobile massage therapy business
PROFESSIONAL MOTIVATION: have a deep passion for kinesiology and body-mind wellness. I love to help people reach their optimal level of wellness through musculoskeletal work. Seeing people leave treatment feeling rejuvenated, relaxed, and ready to get back to life, really motivates me to keep doing what I do.
MY IDEAL CLIENT: Someone who is looking to release tight muscles, decrease trigger points, decrease soft tissue pain, and get into a relaxed/ zen-like state, will benefit from my treatment approach.
WHAT MAKES YOUR SESSIONS UNIQUE: I try to provide a space where clients can truly relax and feel accepted. Allowing your body and mind to release stress and muscle tension, is something I view as going hand-in-hand.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Georgian College -Bachelor of Massage Therapy
Niagara College - Pre-Health Sciences diploma
Indie Head Massage Certificate
Cupping Therapy Certificate
Graston Technique Certificate (Soon)