Lauri Peltier, RMT
Lauri Peltier
Registered Massage Therapist / Owner
Lauri graduated with honors as an RMT in 2009 from The International Academy of Applied Health in Ottawa. She enjoys assisting in the management of her client’s health and wellbeing and is dedicated to promoting the highest possible quality of the practice of Massage Therapy in a safe and ethical manner. She has a passion to help clients reach their optimal potential and believes massage therapy is an excellent way to relieve stress for mind, body and soul.
A big part of being an RMT she feels is consistently educating herself and researching new skills to add to her treatments. Along with relaxing massage treatments, Lauri enjoys treating expectant moms and following up with showing mom how they could massage the new little one afterwards.
Lauri moved to the beautiful town of Smiths Falls along the Lower Rideau in 2019. She enjoys spending her downtime on the waters of the Rideau System either fishing, boating and kayaking with family and friends.
Amber Henry, RMT
Amber Henry
Registered Massage Therapist
Amber is a dedicated, thorough, and effective massage therapist who has been providing quality care since 2011. She has built a successful practice through her attention to detail, unmatched client care, and by providing effective treatments and remedial exercise plans to obtain the optimal outcome for her clients. Amber utilizes her extensive experience, knowledge, and client assessment to provide the best treatment for you. Her ability to interpret and listen to your body’s needs makes her treatments successful and lasting.
Massage therapy is an excellent addition to any healthcare regime. Just like going to the gym, regular massage has many benefits, including decreased blood pressure, low back pain, and stress while increasing flexibility and boosting mood. Amber provides Swedish, pregnancy, infant, deep tissue and rehabilitation massage and acupuncture, cupping, dry needling and reiki. In addition, she enjoys working together with clients and empowering them to take control of their health by sharing information and encouraging self-care.
Amber thoroughly enjoys a challenge and has taken post-secondary courses focused on the neck, shoulder, and low back. She has successfully treated whiplash, frozen shoulder, tendonitis, strains, and piriformis syndrome (Pseudo-sciatica).
Amber looks forward to working with you and helping you reach your health goals.
Trish Keough, RMT
Trish Keough
Registered Massage Therapist
Patricia obtained her degree in Kinesiology at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador, and added to that with her Massage Therapy diploma in Halifax, NS, quickly followed by passing the CMTNL certification back in NL. Patricia brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience gained over the last 19 years of practice, including acquiring personal training designations through CanFitPro and CSEP.
Patricia is a dedicated therapist who is committed to understanding her client's needs, adapting to their comfort level and guiding them on their wellness journey. The ability to help people in all aspects of relieving stressors, managing pain or pursuing relaxation is not only a passion, but an honor for her. She enjoys creating lasting connections with everyone she has had the privilege of working with. Patricia is part of a Military family and has had the opportunity to treat people all across Canada including Gander, NL; Greenwood, NS; Shilo, MB and has been residing and working in Smiths Falls for the last six years. She is not limited to, but has a particular interest in Core Confidence, backed up by a recent core confidence program she studied in 2022, women's health issues and intra-oral work to help with clenching and grinding.
Patricia is excited to be welcomed into the Beyond the Falls Wellness space and looks forward to treating both old and new clients here. Until she has the opportunity in the future to head back home to the Rock, she finds comfort in bringing the Newfoundland vibe to her treatment room. And just like the ocean's sound in a seashell, if you listen really close, you'll hear the sounds of Newfoundland surface every once in a while in her speech. You can take the girl out of Newfoundland, but you'll never take the Newfoundland out of the girl.
When Patricia isn't in the clinic walking a healing journey with patients, you'll see her out in the community at many sporting events with her two children, or volunteering at the school. She enjoys nature, and spends time with her family camping, hiking and walking. When she's able to carve out some quiet time she also enjoys crafting, coloring and knitting.
Kayla Morrison, RMT
Kayla Morrison
Registered Massage Therapist
Kayla is very passionate about living a healthy, active and well balanced life. Her unique approach is individualized, holistic and focuses on restoring alignment within the nervous system. Kayla has a considerable amount of knowledge and uses a combination of various skills and techniques depending on the individual needs of her clients. Techniques & modalities include, but are not limited to deep tissue massage techniques, Fascial Stretch Therapy, neurofunctional acupuncture, cupping therapy, Reiki Energy Healing, Somatic Breath Work and yoga or personal training instruction.
Kayla has recently earned her Level 1 Certification in Fascial Stretch Therapy (2022). Kayla is dedicated to continuing her education and is routinely upgrading skills & techniques, learning new modalities and acquiring advanced certifications in complementary and holistic forms of healing.
Lori McIntosh-Belanger
Fred Shepherd
Registered Massage Therapist
After working in the radio industry for over a decade, Fred became a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in the summer of 2012. Starting at Elgin Massage in Ottawa, he has been treating people throughout the Ottawa Valley since. As an RMT, Fred takes much pride in his profession. He feels that Massage Therapy can really make a positive difference in a person’s life, and can help alleviate whatever condition brings a person into the clinic.
Fred was born in Dunnville, a small town in southern Ontario. He moved to Ottawa in the mid 90’s, and has been mostly in eastern Ontario since. Fred and his wife Gail live in Lanark with a small collection of furry animals, and his daughter and granddaughter who live in Ottawa. In his spare time, Fred likes to play drums, golf, and read (and occasionally make his wife crazy).
Lori McIntosh-Belanger
Lori mcintosh-belanger
Registered Massage Therapist
Lori is an honors graduate and newly Registered Massage Therapist, deeply passionate about helping people enhance their daily lives. Her focus is on improving mobility, relieving pain, and empowering individuals to live life fully. Throughout my career, I’ve been committed to educating others, fostering understanding, and equipping people with the tools they need to take control of their well-being.
I take pride in providing personalized care, customizing each treatment to meet the unique needs and goals of my clients. In my view, massage therapy is a powerful tool to promote wellness, alleviate discomfort, and enhance overall quality of life. Beyond my practice, I enjoy traveling and making lasting memories with my family. Staying active is an essential part of my routine, whether it’s a calming walk, mindful yoga practice, or an energizing cycling session. I feel truly fortunate to live in the beautiful town of Merrickville, where its charm, vibrant community, and stunning scenery inspire me every day.
Katherine Larkin, Reflexologist
Katherine Larkin
Registered Reflexology Practitioner
Katherine Larkin is a Registered Reflexology Practitioner (RRPr) She has her degree in Acupuncture, and is now doing exclusively NON-NEEDLE treatments focusing on reflexology, acupressure, and auricular (ear) treatments.
Katherine graduated from the 3-year acupuncture program at the Academy of Classical and Oriental Sciences in Nelson B.C. (now Kootenay Columbia College of Integrative Health Sciences) and graduated from the ECE program at Algonquin College in her early years. She was the owner of Lumina Health and Rejuvenation Clinic in Ottawa where she incorporated a specialization of non-needle treatments into her practice. This was so everyone could enjoy Chinese medicine practices without the fear of needles.
Now living in Merrickville, outside of Ottawa, Katherine looks forward to welcoming new and previous clients. Come and enjoy Katherine’s hybrid treatments to balance your body, reduce stress and pain and find the inner peace so your body can heal itself.