Debbie is a Manual Osteopathic Therapist, graduate from the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada (MOCC) and our Senior Registered Massage Therapist, graduate from the Northern Institute of Massage Therapy (NIMT). She began her massage education in 2002 in Dallas, Texas and had the privilege to spend her internship in Irving, Texas. Additional training at the Australian Institute of Fitness resulted in the global recognition of a Certified Personal Trainer Level IV. The combination of Manual Osteopath, Massage Therapy and with the forward thinking of a personal trainer has given Debbie a unique perspective towards health, wellness and athletic performance.

Debbie’s additional training as a Manual Osteopathic Therapist has elevated her knowledge in understanding how the body functions as a whole. She welcomes new clients to experience what it means to live life without dysfunction. Helping you do more of what you love to do.

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Dani has been a Registered Massage Therapist since May 2022 and will be going to school for Manual Osteopathy this September. She feels she has found the right career as a massage therapist that suits her personality and lifestyle and fulfills her desire to help people be their best selves and feel their best. She loves to make others laugh and tries to bring joy and laughter wherever she can. She offers relaxation, deep tissue, therapeutic massage and cupping. She is trained in treating many different conditions and looks forward to expanding her skills while in Osteopathy school. She looks forward to meeting you and helping you feel your best!

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Jeannette has been a massage therapist since 2000. In February 2002 she took her first level of CranioSacral Therapy and her whole scope of practice changed. She has been impressed by the results that she has experienced with CranioSacral, as well as those that her patients have experienced. She finds it incredibly inspiring to be able to assist people as they allow their bodies to heal.

Jeannette has her Advanced CranioSacral Therapy. She has also studied pediatrics, obstetrics, chronic depletion, multiple brain courses, as well as many other complementary courses.She has found that the more we understand and heal ourselves, the more capable we are of treating others.

She enjoys treating everyone from newborns to the elderly and believes that we all have the ability to heal if we just allow ourselves to do that. She looks forward to helping people reach their health goals.

Jeannette enjoys spending time with her family. She has been married to Lance since 2001 and they have one daughter and twin sons who keep them very busy.

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Tammy is a 2200-hour graduate from the Alberta Institute of Massage in Red Deer. She practices myofascial release, muscle energy techniques, joint mobilization as well as Swedish style massage in therapy sessions. She is also certified in cupping, chest and breast massage and practices Reiki. She is always learning new techniques and modalities to provide clients with a variety of treatment options for their treatment plan. Outside of work Tammy lives for the summer months where she can be found in a garden, at the beach or on the hunt for a new berry patch ripe for picking.

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Dwayne is a manual osteopathic therapist who graduated in June 2015 from the National Manual Osteopathic College in Red Deer Alberta. Previous education achievements include a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Parker University in Dallas Texas and certificates as a Golf Fitness Instructor and a Kinesiotaping Practitioner. Dwayne’s international work experience has included Dallas, Texas and Melbourne, Australia, where he and his wife Debbie lived for ten years. The name Black Rock Therapies comes from the name of a seaside suburb of Melbourne, Australia.

Currently, Dwayne spends his working time between Black Rock Therapies and the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada where he is a subject matter expert and teaches the Involuntary Mechanism module. Teaching students the art form of manual osteopathic techniques is an interest that has elevated to become a passion.

Building the gentle touch of Manual Osteopathic techniques onto the foundation of a chiropractic education has given Dwayne a unique ability to individualize your care. From golf swings to weightlifting to gardening, Dwayne will help you do more of what you love to do.

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Chelsee graduated in 2018 from CDI college and enjoys being able to help clients with any issues they come in with, from relaxation to helping with injuries to get back to what the clients love doing! Her favorite modalities for massage are cupping and myofacial work.

She also graduated from MOCC in 2022 earning her a degree in manual osteopathic therapy. She especially enjoys doing cranial, visceral (working with organs) and lymph drainage.

When she is not working Chelsee enjoys being outdoors with her son and fiance going camping, quading or boating.

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If you’re a mover or are inspired to move more, then you know what its like to work hard yet struggle to physically move through life or fall short of your goals because of that nagging hindrance you feel in your body. By seeing you as a whole, Stephen can help identify areas related to your problem other than where it hurts, treat those relevant areas, and provide you with ways you can take control of your own body. When you’re not thinking about what holds you back, you’ll begin to know what pushes you forward; continually progressing through your goals, keeping up and surpassing your peers, and even inspiring others.

Education:

Diploma of Manual Osteopathy – National Manual Osteopathic College Bachelor of Kinesiology – University of Alberta Functional Movement Screen (FMS1) Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA 1, SFMA 2) Craniosacral Therapy (CS1, CS2) – Upledger Institute Visceral Manipulation (VM1, VM2, VM4) – Barral Institute Total Body Balancing (TBB1, TBB2, TBB3) – D’Ambrogio Institute Total Body Lymphatic Balancing (TBLB1) – D’Ambrogio Institute Neurokinetic Therapy (NKT1, NKT2) – Neurokinetic Therapy Kinesio Taping (KT1, KT2, KT3) – Kinesio Taping Canada

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Cindy graduated in 2001 from the massage therapy program at Mount Royal College in Calgary and she feels that massage is not just a luxury, it’s a way to a healthier, happier life. Cindy is passionate about helping clients feel their best and reach their wellness goals.

After being self employed for several years, Cindy looks forward to creating relaxation, one session at a time, with the Black Rock Therapies calming atmosphere enhancing calmness and serenity.

Kneading stress into relaxation, her skills include therapeutic relaxation, deep tissue, reflexology, myofascial cupping and La Stone Therapy. Cindy is looking forward to pursuing bioflex laser therapy to add to her treatments. She is excited in her wellness journey together with Black Rock Therapies while expanding her skills and knowledge. Book your appointment with Cindy and let her help you find your oasis of calm in a busy world.

Outside of work you will find her behind the camera photographing her kid’s love of sports.

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Randy has been a registered massage therapist for nearly 2 years, specializing in deep tissue and therapeutic massage.

When he’s not working his magic on knots and tensions, Randy loves to spend time with his 2 daughters, and has a passion for cooking and baking in his spare time!

He is thrilled to be a part of our team, bringing his dedication and expertise to our team of skilled therapists!

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Erin is a Registered Massage Therapist and Reflexologist graduate from Alberta Institute of Massage. She strives to understand her clients and to create a treatment plan to suit their unique needs. She is trained in Therapeutic Cupping, Reflexology, Relaxation, Deep Tissue, Orthopedic techniques, Pre/postnatal, Palliative, Bioflex Laser Therapy, TMJ Techniques, and, Soft Tissue Release. Erin was born and raised in Red Deer, Alberta. She is always looking to improve her personal growth through reading and podcasts.

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Delaney graduated from National Manual Osteopathic college in 2022 after spending 5 years as an RMT. During her MOT schooling, she found a new passion in anatomy and physiology, and more specifically around the fascial system of the body.

Delaney uses a full body approach to deal with pain, but specializes in head, neck, shoulder and upper spine issues. Her treatments include any and all of her skill set, as she assesses the root cause of pain and works with the body where its at through individualized treatment plans to suit her clients goals and needs.

Although anatomy and physiology are Delaney’s main passions, she also has a deep love for table top games with friends, hiking and exploring with her husband and dogs, and anything food or art related.

Delaney is excited and eager to help you on your journey to a healthier, pain free lifestyle.

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Joan is a Registered Massage Therapist with a 2200-hour designation and is a member of good standing with the Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association. She believes in an integrated approach to helping clients reach their wellness goals, restoring balance through the inclusion of postural analysis and Lensen corrections. Her practice includes relaxation massage, myofascial trigger point therapy, myofascial cupping, joint mobilization, myofascial release, RAPID NeuroFascial reset-upper body, and manual lymphatic drainage. Clients can expect a relaxing and respectful environment where needs are carefully heard and assessments anchor the individualized treatment plan. Recommendations for client self-care are also provided. Her goal is for clients to move efficiently and enjoy life to its fullest.

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Angela graduated from the Northern Institute of Massage therapy in 2015. She loves her job as a massage therapist and being able to help her clients feel their best. Whether that be providing relief from physical pain with therepeutic work, or just a relaxing massage to help with the daily stresses of life.

When Angela is not in the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her husband, her two children, and her dogs. Getting outdoors as a family is one of her favorite things to do in her spare time. Nature walks, fishing, and exploring new places are at the top of the list.

Following a break after the birth of her second child, Angela is very excited to be part of the Black Rock Therapies team once again, and is looking forward to expanding her skills and knowledge to help treat her clients as best she can.

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Jennifer has a passion for massage therapy and thrived as an instructor for a number of years watching students graduate and build successful practices. She is thrilled to be joining the team at Black Rock Therapies!

Utilizing a variety of techniques and modalities such as Swedish massage, deep tissue, sports massage, trigger point, myofascial cupping and reflexology to name a few Jennifer is able to use a combination of treatment techniques to design the best treatment plan for her clients. Jennifer has a caring and compassionate approach with her clients.

As a supporter of life-long learning, both for herself and others Jennifer frequently pursues continuing education in a variety of modalities to enhance her massage techniques and offer the best treatment for her clients. Jennifer is looking forward to assisting her long time clients as well as meeting new clients.

In her time away from the office Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband and their 2 pups, traveling, gardening and being outside as much as possible.

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Starting out with a degree in Psychology and prior career in Brain Injury Rehabilitation and Injury Case Management, Michelle ventured into the world of holistic and alternative health after seeking relief from her own chronic pain. After creating a home-based practice in Nanaimo BC as a Touch for Health Facilitator specializing in psychosomatic emotional release, Michelle embarked on her educational journey in Manual Osteopathy to learn more about the physical body and why we hold the painful patterns that we do. She recently graduated from the National Academy of Osteopathy in Toronto, as well as, is currently augmenting her education at the Manual Osteopathy College of Canada in Red Deer.

Outside of work Michelle enjoys playing sports, hiking, yoga, rock climbing and travelling.

Michelle is excited to be a part of the team at Black Rock Therapies and to help her clients discover a life without pain.

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Caydince graduated from the Alberta College of Massage Therapy in February of 2024 and is a force to be reckoned with both on and off the table.

As a former member of the Team Alberta rugby and track teams, Caydince’s passion for sports is evident in her active lifestyle, which includes golfing, walking, skiing, and yoga with friends and family.

Caydince specializes in treating neck, shoulder, and TMJ-related injuries. Her commitment to continual learning and expanding her skillset ensures that her clients receive the highest level of care and expertise.

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My name is Jacinta Barrett. I grew up in Rocky Mountain House and am from a large family. I was a Physiotherapist Aid before becoming a Manual Osteopathic therapist. I enjoy anything to do with the outdoors especially hiking and kayaking. What makes me most passionate about practicing as an Osteopathic therapist is the fact that I am able to walk along side my clients on their journey of regaining their overall health and wellness. I specialize in the musculoskeletal alignment of the body with special focus on the sacrum.

I am happy to be a part of the Black Rock Therapies team and I strive to assist each individual client achieve their goals.

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Dannell is a massage therapist that graduated from Alberta Institute of Massage here in Red Deer. She specializes in relaxation, deep tissue, therapeutic, sports massage, pregnancy, myofascial cupping, and hot stone. She is also currently pursuing lymphatic drainage education.

She loves massage therapy and seeing the positive impact it has on the mind and body. She especially loves the combination of hot stone and massage, and believes the heat from the stones brings a new level of relaxation to the massage experience.

In her spare time she likes to spend time with her kids and dogs, they enjoy nature walks, games, and cooking together.

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Chere is a registered Massage Therapist with 12 years experience. Initially graduating her first year in 2008 she went on to retake her first year and second year with M.H. Vicars in Calgary, receiving a 2200hr Diploma in 2013 for Remedial Massage Therapy. Chere has a passion for continued education and has helped her clients with modalities such as Traditional Chinese Fire Cupping, Integrated Manual Therapy and Kinetic Massage, to name a few. Chere’s desire is to ensure she is able to target your soft tissue issues with everything in her toolbox.

When she isn’t massaging, Chere enjoys spending time with her family and friends, crafting, traveling, self-development and the occasional trip to the mountains. Her future plans are to take up a hiking trip, and to see the East Coast, and exploring new areas of massage education.

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