Zahra Madahany

Anna Belanger and Associates

123 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa, ON, K1M 1L5

Zahra has a B.Sc (Hons) in Sports and Exercise Science from Manchester Metropolitan University (UK). She graduated top of her class from the International Academy of Massage (Ottawa), and is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO). Zahra has worked internationally as a massage therapist, as a rehabilitation assistant in a nursing home, and in a multi-disciplinary clinic. She has assessed and treated a wide range of muscle aches, pain and injuries in the sporting world and in everyday life. Zahra uses a variety of techniques, and tailors her approach to the individual and condition. She regularly checks in, and adjusts her modality and pressure as needed. Her priority is to address each condition, and do what it takes to effect improvement. Zahra is always improving her knowledge and skills with reading, coursework, and skills-exchanges with colleagues. She has completed professional development courses in TMD/TMJD, and in Craniosacral Therapy (CST). Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle, hands-on technique that aims to restore healthy movement and function of the body and its systems by gently releasing restrictions in the connective tissues. CST supports the body’s natural healing processes and is beneficial for improving physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It can be especially helpful for trauma recovery, concussions, TMJ/jaw issues, headaches, sleep disturbances, and stress-related conditions. Zahra has a lifelong interest in health, and believes in the mind-body connection, as well as the body‘s ability to heal itself. She truly enjoys helping people achieve their wellness goals. Outside of work, Zahra enjoys tennis, pickleball, swimming, strength training, and heading out on nature hikes. Having an active lifestyle reminds her of the importance of self-care and physical activity on quality of life.