Meet the Team
Carlington Movement and Massage Collective houses a group of dedicated and passionate practioners to offer realistic, personalised, and goal-oriented therapies.
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Emily Castellani
Movement Coach | Thai Massage Practioner
Emily assists individuals in improving movement through coaching and Thai massage, enabling them to enjoy life with greater freedom and fewer limitations. Her approach involves exploration and collaboration with clients to find realistic and sustainable solutions that fit within their lives.
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As a former Registered Nurse, movement and health have always fascinated her. Though her definition of health has changed over the years, she has come to understand that health is not merely the absence of disease, but a state of being influenced by multiple factors in one’s life. To her, being healthy means having the ability to enjoy life without restriction, feeling safe and supported by a community, and possessing the tools and skills necessary to nourish the body.
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Vince Castellani
Registered Massage Therapist
Vince Castellani is a dedicated Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) practicing since September 2017.
Throughout his journey, Vince has passionately served a diverse range of clients. His expertise lies in providing effective, long-term solutions for those experiencing pain and seeking comprehensive pain management strategies. Vince's extensive portfolio includes addressing chronic pain syndromes, catering to athletes of all levels, aiding clients with limited range of motion due to scars, and supporting post-operative recovery.
Among his various specialties, Vince finds satisfaction in working with shoulder and neck related issues. With a lifelong inclination for aiding others, Vince's compassionate nature has driven him to consistently seek out opportunities to make a lasting, long-term impact on his clients.
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Monika Plourde
Registered Massage Therapist
Monika Plourde is a Registered Massage Therapist practicing in Ottawa, Ontario since 2017. Monika works with clients to help restore and improve their quality of life through the treatment of injury, management of chronic pain and disease, and caring for mental welfare.
Monika takes a collaborative approach to her care and works closely with her clients to develop personalized treatment plans. She values the long-term well-being of her clients by providing them with education that focuses on developing a deeper understanding of body awareness and creating realistic lifestyle change.

Bronwyn Grant
Registered Massage Therapist
I’m a Registered Massage Therapist with over a decade of experience helping people feel and move better. I graduated from the Algonquin College Massage Therapy Program in 2011 and have since worked in both spa and clinical settings, gaining extensive experience in a variety of techniques and client needs.
Whether you’re seeking relief from stress, recovering from a motor vehicle accident, managing chronic pain, or simply need a reset for your body and mind, I’m here to help. My treatment style blends therapeutic techniques with relaxation-based care, and I’m able to offer deep pressure when needed. Each session is fully customizable to your preferences and goals—we’ll work together to create a plan that best supports your body.
I have additional experience in:
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Injury recovery and general maintenance and relaxation massage
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Pregnancy and prenatal massage
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Lymphatic drainage
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Fascial Release
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K-Tape application
This is a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space for all. You’ll always be treated with respect and care. My goal is to provide a treatment where you can feel completely at ease while receiving effective, compassionate treatment.
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Let’s work together to help you feel your best—inside and out

Noura Cherkawi
Registered Physiotherapist
Noura Cherkawi is a registered physiotherapist in Ontario with a background in nursing. She specializes in pelvic floor dysfunctions, work and sport-related injuries, including vestibular issues and concussion rehabilitation.
Using a client-centered, evidence-based approach, Noura continually enhances her clinical skills through post-graduate education, demonstrating her commitment to providing exceptional care.
Fluent in French, English, and Arabic, she offers services in all three languages.
In her spare time, Noura enjoys pickleball, hiking, road biking, yoga, meditation, and trying new recipes.

Anna Guenther
Yoga Teacher | Thai Massage Practitioner
As a dedicated yoga teacher and Thai Yoga Massage Practitioner, I guide individuals on a journey of healing, balance, and self-discovery. My teaching combines Gentle Movement Yoga, Restorative Yin, mindfulness, and breath awareness, creating accessible yet empowering classes for all levels. Yoga became a transformative practice for me during my career as a First Responder, helping me manage physical tension, anxiety, and chronic pain. Since completing my 200+ hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2019, I’ve focused on fostering strength, alignment, and peace both on and off the mat.
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