Our treatment philosophy at Hillsview Massage is to educate our clientele, provide excellent massage therapy treatments and empower our clients to become active participants in the treatment and rehabilitation process. Our therapists are friendly professionals interested in building therapeutic relationships. Each therapist has been trained and educated by an accredited massage therapy institution, offering diverse backgrounds and skill sets that compliment one another. This creates a team atmosphere and integrated treatment approach to offer our clients the best resolution to soft tissue dysfunction, pain, health and well being.

From left to right – Back row: Tristan, Dawn,  Peggy, Gloria, Olga

Front row: Winnie, Greg, Diana.

Greg Brown H.B.Kin., B.ED., RMT

Greg graduated from Sutherland-Chan and has been licensed since 1997. Greg has an honours degree in Kinesiology and specializes in treatment of sports related injuries. He has extensive experience working with athletes from a variety of sports including: beach volleyball through the Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB), University of Toronto Varsity football, hockey and soccer teams and several marathoners; including two individuals who have run The Boston Marathon. He spent over a year teaching Massage Therapy and Anatomy at Kikkawa College and currently teaches for York Region District School Board. Greg also spends considerable time doing Swedish massage, trigger point therapy and myofascial release for individuals to help alleviate pain and dysfunction related to poor posture, improper ergonomics and everyday living. Greg has been with Hillsview Massage since 1998 and became the owner in 2009.

Dawn Clarke RMT

Dawn studied massage therapy at Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy and has been registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario since 1994. She brings a wide range of experience from her years of practice including pre and post natal, motor vehicle rehabilitation, post surgery rehab, every day injuries and general relaxation. She believes in focusing on general wellness and self care and that the greatest promoter of recovery is taking responsibility for your own wellness. She also has previous education in aromatherapy, reflexology, myofascial release, and has attended multiple births providing labour support (Doula). Her medical knowledge is further enhanced by education and practice as a part-time medical office manager to a high risk obstetrician. She continues to expand her massage therapy knowledge with ongoing education.

Tristan J Bae RMT

Tristan graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy and has been licensed since 2007. Previously, over a five year period, Tristan studied traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture at Tianjin Chinese Medicine School. He utilizes the complimentary relationship between disciplines which allows Tristan to incorporate a more balanced and holistic approach to his treatments. Highlights of his experience include working in physiotherapy and chiropractic multidisciplinary settings along with Toronto Rehabilitation & St. Joseph’s Hospital clinics. Tristan draws on his prior knowledge and experience offering a treatment focus that includes deep tissue work, joint play & soft tissue release.

Diana Chao RMT

Diana graduated with honours standing from ICT Kikkawa College in 2008. She specializes in sports injury rehabilitation, stress reduction, and treatment of postural dysfunction related to occupational stress and incorrect workplace ergonomics. Diana uses a combination of deep tissue massage, myofascial release, stretch and strengthening exercises and trigger point therapy to help encourage muscles to relax and to harness the body’s natural healing abilities. She has a passion for anatomy and athletics, and is a true advocate of healthy living to all her clients.

Winnie Lam RMT

Winnie graduated from Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy and has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2008. She is bilingual and speaks both English and Cantonese fluently. Winnie’s massage experience includes working with pre and post operative patients at St. Joseph’s Health Centre and Women’s College Hospital in Toronto. Her continuing education credentials include: Prenatal Massage and Advanced Soft Tissue Techniques. Winnie incorporates a variety of techniques in her treatments that include: Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy. Winnie is a fundamental believer in including remedial exercise programs as part of her treatment to help clients regain, maintain, and develop greater flexibility, strength and stability.

Olga Hannina RMT

Olga graduated from Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in 2004 and has been a licensed massage therapist since 2005. Her education background includes earning a diploma in Psychology from the Ukraine and teaching Russian language and literature for 5 years. Olga’s two most recent accomplishments include receiving her diploma in Chinese medicine as an acupuncturist and being recognized by the Ontario College of Rehabilitation Medicine as a psychotherapist. Her massage therapy experience includes working in a multidisciplinary physiotherapy clinic and at Hillsview Massage Therapy Centre since 2006. Her treatment approach focuses on deep tissue work, myofascial trigger point release, and promoting healthy lifestyles to her clients. Olga has a passion for sharing her knowledge with her clients empowering them to become active participants in the recovery process, in order to achieve optimal health.

Peggy Vidoczy RMT

Peggy has been practicing massage therapy for over 20 years and has spent a considerable amount of time following her passion working with seniors. She has shown a commitment to the Richmond Hill community by volunteering her time treating clients in palliative care with St. Mary’s Anglican Church. A graduate of Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, Peggy is trained in Swedish massage and holds a level I Reflexology certificate. Peggy’s treatment approach includes therapeutic treatments and more common injuries associated with poor posture and everyday activities. Peggy’s interests and future endeavours include studying psychology and investigating spiritual wellness.

Gloria Di Leo Brooks, RMT

Gloria is the most recent addition to our team of therapists at Hillsview Massage and Therapy Centre. She is a graduate of Elmcrest College of Applied Health Sciences and Spa Management and has been a licensed massage therapist since 2009. Her clinical experience includes working with: young mothers and their children, amateur masters swimmers, seniors, and the general public. Gloria believes in improving the health and welfare of all her clients. She focuses on general relaxation, improving muscle tone, postural dysfunction, pre and post natal care, and deep tissue treatment to reduce stress and to improve each client’s sense of well-being. Gloria’s interests include examining mind-body- spirit connection and how this influences overall health. She believes that massage therapy is vital in achieving this balance.