Fascial Connections Myofascial Release and Wellness Centre has grown to a team of therapists who possess a passion to pursue excellence in what they do professionally and personally.
All of our Massage Therapists are fully regulated and are members in good standing with the College Massage Therapist of Ontario. Our Physiotherapists are fully regulated and are members in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. Our Integral Coach holds the ACC accreditation from the International Coaching Federation.
All of our practitioners fulfill the necessary continuing education requirements and abide by their respective bylaws and regulations.
Our Massage Therapists and Physiotherapist have obtained Myofascial Release Training as taught by John F. Barnes P.T. and continue to do so regularly. All of our Massage Therapists are trained in Structural Myofascial Release Therapy.
Tara Hagan-Fields
Owner, RMT, Myofascial Release Therapist
Tara Hagan-Fields has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2006. Branching from traditional Massage Therapy she has specialized in Myofascial Release and Fascial restrictions. Her passion lies within the Women’s Health field. She is an expert level therapist under the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach™. Tara has trained further with Structural Integration, and Myofascial Release with Lori Zeltwanger P.T. Her other training in Women’s Health: Pregnancy, Doula, Breast Care for the Cancer Patient, Chronic Pelvic Pain, Biotensegrity Medicine and Visceral Manipulation. Tara encourages each client to participate in every session. Her belief that awareness provides us with choice and that being aware and present in your body, giving yourself permission to feel, will help you heal from your past; traumas, surgeries, and pains.
See Tara Hagan-Fields if you are experiencing:
• Pelvic Pain – imbalances, torsions, dysfunction, etc
• Sacral Pain – imbalances, torsions, dysfunction, etc
• Pre and post pregnancy care
• External gynecological conditions
• Breast health – mastectomy scarring, radiation scarring, cording, lymphedema, blocked milk ducts, mastitis, poor milk production or difficulties breast feeding, fibrotic breasts, etc
• Abdominal Pain – endometriosis, digestive issues, infertility, adhesions, period pain, incontinence, acid reflux, GERD, etc
• Scar Pain – lumpectomy, mastectomy, c-section, hysterectomy, etc
• Repetitive Strain Injury, soft tissue injury
• Head Pain – concussion, headache, migraine, jaw pain, etc
Tara’s Hours
Monday 8-3
Tuesday 830-6
Wednesday 10-1230
Thursday 830-6
Friday 730-1230
Lori Trautmanis
RMT, Myofascial Release Therapist
Lori Trautmanis is a bilingual Registered Massage Therapist, fluent in both English and French. She earned her diploma from Algonquin College in 2006. Initially trained in traditional Massage Therapy, Lori has since specialized in the Myofascial Release approach, as taught by John F. Barnes. Her practice employs a comprehensive, full-body approach to treatment, emphasizing the critical role of regular therapy in counteracting the demands of modern life, where self-care is often overlooked. She advocates for client engagement in self-care practices beyond the scope of their treatments.
Lori has further enhanced her expertise through advanced training, including multiple CranioSacral seminars with the Upledger Institute, as well as Visceral Manipulation and Neural Manipulation courses with the Barral Institute. These trainings have enhanced her practice, making client treatment feel even more intuitive. Recently, she expanded her skill set by participating in the Equine Myofascial Release seminar, applying Myofascial Release principles to equine therapy. Lori is committed to ongoing professional development, continuously seeking educational opportunities to refine and expand her therapeutic techniques.
See Lori Trautmanis if you are experiencing:
• Head, Neck, or Back Pain – craniosacral needs, headache, migraine, jaw pain, whiplash, concussion, sprains, strains, etc.
• Pelvic or Sacral Pain – sciatica, imbalances, dysfunction, etc.
• Upper Limb Pain –tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, frozen shoulder, etc.
• Abdominal Pain – endometriosis, digestive issues, adhesions, period pain, incontinence, acid reflux, GERD, etc
• Lower Limb Pain – hip pain, runner’s knee, plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome, etc.
• Other conditions – scars, stiffness, restricted movement, and improving flexibility
Lori’s Hours
Monday 10-3
Tuesday 1030-6
Wednesday 10-6
Thursday 10-3
Friday 830-2
Shea Puckett
Osteopathic Manual Practitioner (Manual Osteopath), Myofascial Release Therapist
Shea Puckett is a Manual Osteopath. She earned her Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice at the National Academy of Osteopathy after completing a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at Brock University. As an osteopathic manual practitioner, or manual osteopath, her basis of practice is to help clients reach their optimal health through various gentle techniques guided to help the body return to its ideal structural alignment and physiological function. Shea implements a holistic approach to healing by using myofascial release, manual palpation and osteopathic manipulative therapies such as musculoskeletal joint mobilization, muscle energy techniques, and visceral manipulation.
Shea has a special interest in pediatric therapy.
See Shea Puckett if you are experiencing:
• Head Pain – headache, migraine, jaw pain, etc.
• Pelvic or Sacral Pain – sciatica, imbalances, dysfunction, etc.
• Back or Neck Pain – chronic postural strain
• Upper Limb Pain – tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, frozen shoulder, etc
• Lower Limb Pain – hip pain, runner’s knee, plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome, etc
• Other conditions – digestive discomfort, muscle tightness or soreness, improving flexibility and stability, etc
Shea’s Hours
Tuesday 830-6
Wednesday 8-1
Thursday 830-6
Liza Fortier
Physiotherapist
Liza Fortier graduated as a physiotherapist from the University of Ottawa in 2001. Having been keenly sensitive to certain patient’s limited responses to conventional physiotherapy treatment methods, she dove into the world of John Barnes Myofascial Release approach back, in 2002. With the incredible success she saw using Myofascial Release, Liza added Visceral Manipulation techniques learned from the Upledger and Barral Institutes. Dependant on each patient’s condition and individual needs, she may add her acquired skills of orthopedic mobilizations, MacKenzie techniques and/or acupuncture.
Her passion is helping people understand the mechanism of their injuries or restrictions, in order for them to avoid movements that can impede their recovery and prevent re-injury in the future. Liza is fluent in English and French.
See Liza Fortier if you are experiencing:
• Pelvic or Sacral Pain – sciatica, imbalances, dysfunction, etc.
• Upper Limb Pain –tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, frozen shoulder, etc.
• Lower Limb Pain – hip pain, runner’s knee, plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome, etc.
• Back or Neck Pain – chronic postural strain
• Abdominal Pain – endometriosis, adhesions, acid reflux, GERD, etc
• Scar Pain – lumpectomy, mastectomy, c-section, hysterectomy, etc
• Repetitive Strain Injury, soft tissue injury
• Other conditions – scars, stiffness, restricted movement, and improving flexibility
Liza’s Hours
Monday 8-5
Wednesday 8-5
Christine Kelly
RMT, Myofascial Release Therapist
Christine brings an unusual level of empathy and compassion to her RMT practice, informed by her previous experience as a yoga instructor, Thai Massage practitioner and Social Worker. Having had a background in trauma informed care and mindfulness, clients appreciate Christine’s ability to listen closely and be present to their healing journey.
Graduating from Algonquin College in 2014, her journey has led her to Myofascial Release Therapy (MFR). Using Myofascial Release and Craniosacral therapy, Christine may introduce breathwork and meditative skills (as appropriate) to encourage healing. She has had success with those enduring chronic pain, low back pain, sciatica and or structural imbalances in the hips. She has trained in working with scars and has found that very helpful in reducing pain referring to other areas. Christine offers additional techniques based on the Women’s Health training she has acquired such as breast massage for discomfort from mastitis or PMS tenderness and supporting clients dealing with urinary incontinence. She often works with those suffering with fibromyalgia, anxiety and depression.
See Christine Kelly if you are experiencing:
• Head Pain – headaches, concussions, jaw and or sinus pain
• Pelvic or Sacral Pain – sciatica, imbalances, dysfunction, etc.
• Abdominal Pain – period pain, incontinence
• Other conditions – scars, stiffness, restricted movement, and improving flexibility
• Breast health – mastitis
Christine Kelly’s Hours
Thursday 11-4
This could be you!
Regulated and Non Regulated Therapists
We are looking to add to our team!!!
If you have a skill and you think you would be a great add to the FC Team, please reach out!
If you are a seasoned therapist but would like to streamline your practice, please reach out!
If you are a new grad and have an interest in Myofascial Release, please reach out!
Email us at info@fascialconnections.ca