Meet Our Team
Minty is the founder and owner of Minty's Massage & Wellness in Sherwood Park, Alberta. Her journey in massage therapy began in 2005 when she trained at the renowned Wat Pho Thai Traditional Medical School in Bangkok, Thailand. After graduating, she practiced professionally in Thailand before moving to Canada in 2008 to further advance her education and career.
Dedicated to providing the highest standard of care, Minty completed her 2200-hour Massage Therapy certification in 2010 and her 3000-hour Massage Therapy diploma in 2012 through the Wholistic Health Training & Research Centre in Edmonton. She has continued to expand her expertise through advanced training in therapeutic massage, wellness treatments, and skincare.
On January 10, 2026, Minty earned her Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree, reflecting her commitment to leadership, professional excellence, and building a client-focused wellness practice.
With over 20 years of experience, Minty specializes in Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Massage, Thai Massage, Thai Herbal Compress Therapy, Hot Stone Massage, Prenatal Massage, Aromatherapy, Cupping Therapy, and therapeutic treatment-based massage. She is also recognized for her knowledge of skincare and facial wellness treatments, helping clients improve skin health, relaxation, and overall well-being through professional skincare services and holistic care.
Known for her intuitive touch, personalized approach, and attention to detail, Minty customizes every treatment to meet each client's unique needs and wellness goals. Her passion for helping others and dedication to ongoing education have made her a trusted practitioner in the community.
Due to her extensive experience, advanced training, doctoral-level education, and specialized expertise in massage therapy and skincare, appointments with Minty are offered at a premium rate that reflects the exceptional level of care and results she provides.
ARRISA (MINTY)
RMT Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) And Founder.
Elena (Len) is a dedicated Registered Massage Therapist committed to helping clients achieve lasting pain relief, improved mobility, faster muscle recovery, and deep relaxation. She believes that massage therapy is an essential part of maintaining overall health and wellness, and she takes a personalized approach to every treatment to ensure each client receives the care best suited to their needs and goals. With extensive experience practicing in both Macau and Canada, Len brings a unique blend of Eastern and Western therapeutic techniques to her treatments. Her diverse background has provided her with a broad understanding of different healing philosophies, allowing her to create effective, customized treatment plans that address both acute and chronic conditions while promoting long-term wellness.
Len is skilled in a variety of massage techniques and is passionate about helping clients manage pain, reduce stress, improve flexibility, recover from injuries, and enhance their overall quality of life. Whether working with athletes, office workers, individuals recovering from injury, or clients simply seeking relaxation, she focuses on providing treatments that support healing, balance, and optimal physical function.A proud graduate of the Royal Canadian College of Massage Therapy in Toronto, Len combines professional knowledge, clinical expertise, and a caring approach to help her clients feel their best. She is dedicated to ongoing learning and continually expands her skills to provide the highest standard of care.
Now based in Edmonton, Alberta, Len is known for her warm personality, attentive listening, and commitment to client-centered care. Her goal is to create a comfortable and welcoming environment where clients can relax, restore their bodies, and take meaningful steps toward better health and well-being. Through every treatment, Len strives to help her clients move better, feel better, and live healthier lives.
ELENA
RMT Registered Massage Therapist
We are excited to welcome Claire Bla to the Lavender Massage & Wellness team. Claire completed her practical training hours at our clinic from Makami College, where she continued to grow and develop her massage therapy techniques through hands on experience and client care.
Throughout her training with us, Claire has demonstrated a strong commitment to providing quality treatments and ensuring her clients feel comfortable, cared for, and supported during every session. She continues to build her experience while maintaining a professional, positive, and client-focused approach.
Claire specializes in Deep Tissue Massage, Relaxation Massage, Prenatal Massage. Her treatments are tailored to each client’s individual needs, whether they are seeking pain relief, stress reduction, improved mobility, or overall wellness. She is passionate about helping clients feel their best through personalized and therapeutic care.
Claire Bla
Massage Therapist
RMT Register Massage Therapist
Andy (Andrea)
Andrea (Andy) is a highly experienced and versatile massage therapist with over 20 years of hands-on experience in bodywork. She began her career specializing in postoperative massage, working in myofascial therapy to rehabilitate tissue after surgery, and in lymphatic drainage to support recovery and circulation. Driven by a passion for understanding the human body, she pursued further studies and became a paramedic, gaining deep medical knowledge that she integrates into her therapeutic practice.
Andrea continued her education for over 8 years, graduating from Makami College in 2018, and later studied osteopathy, further expanding her expertise in anatomy, physiology, and holistic body mechanics. She brings a comprehensive understanding of the body to every session, combining her extensive experience with advanced techniques to provide the most effective, client-centered care.
Her treatments are tailored to meet individual client needs, focusing on deep tissue, relaxation, trigger point therapy, cupping, lymphatic drainage, prenatal massage, sports massage, reflexology, herbal compress, and craniosacral therapy. Andrea’s goal is to enhance wellness, relieve pain, improve mobility, and restore balance, prioritizing the client’s well-being above all.
With her rich background and dedication to holistic care, Andrea delivers highly personalized and effective therapies, ensuring every client leaves feeling rejuvenated, pain-free, and supported in their body’s natural healing process.
RMT Registered Massage Therapist
DR.Cheng Qian
Acupuncturist
Cheng “Claire” Qian is a Registered Doctor of Acupuncture in Alberta with a strong academic background and a lifelong connection to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). She graduated from Kwantlen Polytechnic University, where she developed a solid foundation in acupuncture theory, diagnosis, and clinical practice.
Born into a TCM family, Claire grew up immersed in Chinese philosophy and classical healing practices, including traditional tuina massage passed down through generations. This early exposure, combined with her formal education, shaped her holistic and patient-focused approach to care.
Claire is trained in a wide range of TCM therapies, including acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, gua sha, bloodletting therapy, and tuina massage. She focuses on treating pain conditions, such as neck, back, and shoulder pain, as well as headaches, sports injuries, digestive issues, stress, and emotional imbalance.
Known for her calm presence and attentive care, Claire takes time to understand each patient’s unique needs and creates personalized treatment plans aimed at restoring balance and supporting long-term wellness.
Her goal is to provide effective, compassionate care that promotes natural healing, improved function, and overall well-being.
Christine is a Registered Massage Therapist with 4 years of experience in the healthcare field. She is compassionate, dedicated, and brings a strong foundation as a Health Care Aide, with hands-on experience in long-term care settings. Through her work, she has supported individuals with a wide range of health conditions, developing a deep understanding of patient-centered care, comfort, and individual needs.
Driven by her passion for helping others, Christine pursued further education in massage therapy and graduated from Makami College last year. This training strengthened her clinical knowledge and hands-on skills, allowing her to provide safe, effective, and therapeutic treatments tailored to each client.
Christine specializes in deep tissue massage, focusing on relieving muscle tension, reducing pain, supporting recovery, and improving overall function and well-being. She takes a thoughtful, client-focused approach to every session, ensuring treatments are customized to meet each individual’s needs and comfort level.
Known for her caring nature and attention to detail, Christine is committed to helping clients feel better in their bodies, improve mobility, and achieve long-term wellness through consistent, personalized care.
RMT Christine
We are pleased to welcome our new Registered Massage Therapist to the Lavender Massage & Wellness team. As a recent graduate with 2 years of hands-on experience in the wellness industry, she is dedicated to providing professional, compassionate, and client-focused care.
She specializes in Relaxation Massage, Aromatherapy Massage, Prenatal Massage, Orthopedic Massage, and Therapeutic Massage treatments tailored to each client’s individual needs and comfort level. Her treatment approach focuses on creating a calm and welcoming environment where clients can fully relax and feel supported throughout their wellness journey.
She is especially well-suited for clients who prefer lighter pressure treatments and are seeking a gentle, soothing, and relaxation-focused massage experience. Her goal is to help clients reduce stress, relieve tension, improve mobility, and promote overall wellness through personalized care and attention.
RMT Maan Kaur
