River (he/him) is a Registered Massage Therapist and Registered Acupuncturist who takes an individualized approach to care. His healthcare career began in 2006 in physiotherapy, with experience working with the Chinese national gymnastics team, at Tian Jin SickKids Hospital, and in clinical settings.
In 2016, River graduated from the Ontario College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Toronto. His background informs his interest in rehabilitation, movement, and helping patients manage pain and discomfort.
Treatment approach
River develops treatment plans around each patient’s concerns, preferences, and goals. His training includes acupuncture, cupping, myofascial release, trigger point release, tuina, Gua Sha, and Thai massage.
His massage therapy approach draws on manual techniques, while his acupuncture practice draws on Traditional Chinese Medicine. Techniques are selected according to the appointment type and the patient’s individual needs.
Outside the clinic
River enjoys volleyball, martial arts, going to the gym, and travelling. A lifelong learner, he continues studying Traditional Chinese Medicine and learning from his mentors.
- Ontario College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Toronto — graduated in 2016
- Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, Toronto — graduated in 2016
- Training in Thai massage
- Previous professional experience in physiotherapy
Areas of focus
- Sports-related injuries and recovery
- Posture-related discomfort
- Recovery following accidents
- Muscle tension and pain
- Stress-related tension and relaxation
His acupuncture interests also include digestive concerns, sleep difficulties, and support for stress and emotional well-being.
Techniques
- Acupuncture
- Cupping
- Myofascial release
- Trigger point release
- Tuina
- Gua Sha
- Thai massage
| Treatment | Price & Duration |
| Initial Massage Therapy | 60 minutes – $145.00 + GST |
| Subsequent Massage Therapy | 60 minutes – $140.00 + GST |
| Initial Acupuncture | 60 minutes – $145.00 |
| Subsequent Acupuncture | 45 minutes – $115.00 60 minutes – $135.00 |
Massage therapy and acupuncture are separate appointments, each booked and priced on its own.
Registered Massage Therapy, Acupuncture
River (he/him) is a Registered Massage Therapist and Registered Acupuncturist who takes an individualized approach to care. His healthcare career began in 2006 in physiotherapy, with experience working with the Chinese national gymnastics team, at Tian Jin SickKids Hospital, and in clinical settings.
In 2016, River graduated from the Ontario College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Toronto. His background informs his interest in rehabilitation, movement, and helping patients manage pain and discomfort.
Treatment approach
River develops treatment plans around each patient’s concerns, preferences, and goals. His training includes acupuncture, cupping, myofascial release, trigger point release, tuina, Gua Sha, and Thai massage.
His massage therapy approach draws on manual techniques, while his acupuncture practice draws on Traditional Chinese Medicine. Techniques are selected according to the appointment type and the patient’s individual needs.
Outside the clinic
River enjoys volleyball, martial arts, going to the gym, and travelling. A lifelong learner, he continues studying Traditional Chinese Medicine and learning from his mentors.
- Ontario College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Toronto — graduated in 2016
- Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, Toronto — graduated in 2016
- Training in Thai massage
- Previous professional experience in physiotherapy
Areas of focus
- Sports-related injuries and recovery
- Posture-related discomfort
- Recovery following accidents
- Muscle tension and pain
- Stress-related tension and relaxation
His acupuncture interests also include digestive concerns, sleep difficulties, and support for stress and emotional well-being.
Techniques
- Acupuncture
- Cupping
- Myofascial release
- Trigger point release
- Tuina
- Gua Sha
- Thai massage
| Treatment | Price & Duration |
| Initial Massage Therapy | 60 minutes – $145.00 + GST |
| Subsequent Massage Therapy | 60 minutes – $140.00 + GST |
| Initial Acupuncture | 60 minutes – $145.00 |
| Subsequent Acupuncture | 45 minutes – $115.00 60 minutes – $135.00 |
Massage therapy and acupuncture are separate appointments, each booked and priced on its own.