Registered Massage Therapists
Gabriella Robino
Christina Costantino Owner & Founder
Gabriella Robino
Gabriella is known for her immaculate touch, athletic tapping techniques and humble yet professional demeanor. You're instantly relaxed in her presence and welcomed with a bright smile. In her practice she has perfected her relaxation massage, and confident in performing, but not limited to, active and passive muscle releases, prenatal m
Gabriella is known for her immaculate touch, athletic tapping techniques and humble yet professional demeanor. You're instantly relaxed in her presence and welcomed with a bright smile. In her practice she has perfected her relaxation massage, and confident in performing, but not limited to, active and passive muscle releases, prenatal massages, and lymphatic drainage.
While studying kinesiology Gabriella loved learning about the body, how it functions and dysfunctions. Gabriella has since taken continuing educational courses such as :
Canadian Pediatric Course
Event Sport Massage
Gabriella has also joined Bryan College as a Co-instructor and has co-taught Anatomy, Physiology, Pathophysiology, Neurology, and Orthopedic Assessments. Her goal is to continue her education in functional rehabilitation and sports massage.
Melissa Polidoro
Christina Costantino Owner & Founder
Gabriella Robino
Melissa background stems from Esthetics and cosmetology who has spent the past 18 years dedicating her time to furthering her knowledge in all aspects of the beauty industry. Her passion for learning is insatiable, and is evident in her many academic credentials over the past two decades. She recently pursued her long time goal of becomi
Melissa background stems from Esthetics and cosmetology who has spent the past 18 years dedicating her time to furthering her knowledge in all aspects of the beauty industry. Her passion for learning is insatiable, and is evident in her many academic credentials over the past two decades. She recently pursued her long time goal of becoming a Registered Massage Therapist and graduated the accelerated program at Oxford College, with honors.
By combining her years of experience within a spa atmosphere and her clinical practice throughout her schooling Melissa has perfected the balance of providing effective pain relief while ensuring a calm and relaxing atmosphere for her clients.
Her goal is to maintain a safe, client focused practice by continuing to further her education, knowledge and skill set within the wellness industry. She is excited to join the team at Alternative Healing and is eager to explore all the avenues Massage Therapy has to offer!
Christina Costantino Owner & Founder
Christina Costantino Owner & Founder
Christina Costantino Owner & Founder
Christina's rehabilitation from a car accident, severe scoliosis and a spinal fusion fueled her passion in studying the bodies function and dysfunction.
She perpetually increases her knowledge through multiple courses such as :
Functional Assessment +Rehabilitation
Paediatric Massage
Child Psychology and Behaviour
Sensory Integration
Senso
Christina's rehabilitation from a car accident, severe scoliosis and a spinal fusion fueled her passion in studying the bodies function and dysfunction.
She perpetually increases her knowledge through multiple courses such as :
Functional Assessment +Rehabilitation
Paediatric Massage
Child Psychology and Behaviour
Sensory Integration
Sensorimotor Retraining
Oncology Massage
Lymphatic Drainage
Facial Cupping
FMT-Rock Pods
Event Sport Massage
She strives to isolate the root cause of the dysfunction and restore pain free movement through thorough assessments, treatment, hydrotherapy and functional rehabilitation.
Christina launched her teaching career in 2021 co-teaching a Paediatric Massage and Therapeutic exercise course for children of all medical needs to Canadian massage therapists.
She plans to continue her education and further her career in other avenues of Functional Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Wood therapy - Maderotherapy
Vanessa Avendano
(NON RMT TREATMENT)
Vanessa owns Ahvaha Welllnes Spa and joined the alternative healing team in 2025.
With over 14 years of experience in the wellness industry, Vanessa is a highly skilled Wood therapy Specialist known for her passion for holistic health and genuine care for her clients. For the past 5 years, she has successfully operated
(NON RMT TREATMENT)
Vanessa owns Ahvaha Welllnes Spa and joined the alternative healing team in 2025.
With over 14 years of experience in the wellness industry, Vanessa is a highly skilled Wood therapy Specialist known for her passion for holistic health and genuine care for her clients. For the past 5 years, she has successfully operated her practice in Vaughan, where she offers personalized treatments focused on natural healing and body sculpting. Her commitment to helping others feel their best is at the heart of everything she does, making her a trusted expert in her field.
Traditional Chinese Medicine | Accupuncture
Danielle Grande ( on maternity leave)
Danielle is our Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Acupuncturist, Fitness Trainer and Yoga Instructor.
With TCM training Danielle assess the mind, body and spirit as they are one entity, and focuses on maintaining a harmonious free flow of Qi (energy) throughout the body.
As a TCM Practitioner Danielle is qualified to assess whic
Danielle is our Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Acupuncturist, Fitness Trainer and Yoga Instructor.
With TCM training Danielle assess the mind, body and spirit as they are one entity, and focuses on maintaining a harmonious free flow of Qi (energy) throughout the body.
As a TCM Practitioner Danielle is qualified to assess which organ system is being affected and perform modalities such as acupuncture, fire cupping, tuina massage, gua sha scraping, moxibustion, herbal medicine and Qi gong to promote the body’s natural healing abilities.
Danielle earned her Advanced Diploma in Chinese Medicine at Humber College, after completing her Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion.
Prior to beginning her career in TCM, Danielle worked as
- A clinical assistant in a multidisciplinary rehabilitation clinic where she aided patients through injury recovery.
- A strength and conditioning coach for the Vaughan Rebels Youth Football Team
- A running Instructor at the Vaughan Running Room
- Virtual Kidz Fitness classes throughout the pandemic
When Danielle is not treating patients or doing research, you’ll find her exercising, being with nature and practicing mindfulness.
Danielle emphasizes positivity, patience and passion to help her patients reach their optimal quality of life.
naturopathic care
Dr. Linda Brown
Dr. Brown has a love for motivating individuals, Just like you, to live healthy and empowered lives. She is a registered Naturopathic Doctor, BodyTalk and EFT Practitioner, and Registered BioEnergetics Practitioner. Her mission is to teach and inspire people to live in a healthier, more balanced way, so they can enjoy the life of their d
Dr. Brown has a love for motivating individuals, Just like you, to live healthy and empowered lives. She is a registered Naturopathic Doctor, BodyTalk and EFT Practitioner, and Registered BioEnergetics Practitioner. Her mission is to teach and inspire people to live in a healthier, more balanced way, so they can enjoy the life of their dreams. Since 2001, she has treated hundreds of patients with a variety of illnesses, including anxiety, depression, infertility, digestive issues, chronic pain, inflammation, and food allergies. Dr. Linda had a passion and talent for mentoring those around her at a young age. When she was in her twenties and faced with her parents' deteriorating health over time, she came to the conclusion that there had to be something that could assist them, so she set out to find it. She started travelling and studying with respected teachers and spiritual masters in places like Egypt and Peru. 2008 brought Dr. Linda the greatest challenge of her life: a breast cancer diagnosis. After giving the matter careful thought, she decided to confront her predicament head-on utilizing only natural healing techniques, as well as strong energy and emotional work. She is currently leading a fulfilling life and has served as an inspiration to many. If you are interested in healing yourself to live life to the fullest measure, Dr. Brown will be available at the clinic every Thursday from 2pm to 8pm.
operating within our Clinic
Tamila Chornoray, RMT
Tamila Chornoray, RMT
Tamila Chornoray, RMT
Registered Massage Therapist