Our Therapists - Knowles & Associates

Jenelle Knowles, RMT, CR

Jenelle is a registered massage therapist with 26 years of experience and is the owner of Knowles & Associates Massage Therapy Clinic. She is also a Certified Reflexologist, and Hot Stone provider. Jenelle has a treatment-based practice and excels in rehabilitative massage therapy and manual mobilization techniques for various overuse injuries and conditions.

After many years of experience, Jenelle has honed her skills to specialize in treating musculoskeletal symptoms and pain caused by auto-immune disorders, chronic pain conditions and breast cancer rehabilitation through oncological treatments and post-lumpectomy and mastectomy surgeries.

Cory McColl, RMT

Cory graduated with honours in the Massage Therapy program at Oxford College and also completed a personal training course at Mohawk College. He has extensive knowledge of injuries associated with sports activity and the musculoskeletal system.

He is thorough with assessments and is dedicated to treating root causes of injuries, problems, and concerns. Cory is committed to providing individualized treatments to ensure your needs are met because client care is his number one focus.

Over the years, Cory has been an active participant in many sporting events such as football, rugby, and track & field. Community outreaches have included marathons, soccer, and volleyball tournaments. Through participation and education he has gained a practical knowledge of the types of movements required by multiple sports and is able to understand challenges of experiencing injuries.

Rei Kodra, RMT

Rei believes that our bodies were created to move in many degrees. Passive modalities are only a small part of what needs to be done to heal a body that requires strength and mechanical input.

Rei’s mentality is to first assess the individual needs of the client, then based on the client’s goals, build a treatment plan including one or more modalities to treat the body as a whole. His knowledge of human physiology and whole body integration (quality of sleep, natural nutrition, optimized movement, strength training, and breathing) are a driving force for his passion as a therapist. Rei is a graduate of CCMH with experience in mobility, myofascial techniques, and trigger point therapy.

Rei believes in using manual myofascial release and active mobilization techniques, which require movement during the session, coupled with breathing techniques and exercises to follow up. He has a specific interest with nervous system issues such as vertigo, tinnitus and TMJ related problems (headaches, migraines, and pain).

Renata Rychlewski, RMT

Renata’s goal is to work with you to help you achieve a sense of calm, comfort, and ease in your body within a peaceful and relaxed environment. She specializes in scar treatment and lymphatic therapy, and works with individuals of all ages who have various conditions. Renata believes that the body heals and functions through a combination of factors.

Renata has been practicing massage therapy since 1999 and graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy. She is certified in working with 18 types of post-op breast and chest surgery massage, Reflexology, Hot Stone Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Brazilian Lymphatic post-op, Brazilian Sculpting Lymphatic Massage by Josie Rushing, McLoughlin Scar Tissue Release®, Advanced Scar Release (MPS), Concussions/head injuries (through MPS), Pre and Post Natal Massage, and post-op taping.

Healing is a journey, and receiving regular massages is an important act of self-care. Renata is excited to be part of your wellness journey!

Dawn Robertson, M.OMSc., RMT, CAT(c)

Dawn Robertson is a highly experienced healthcare professional with over 25 years in clinical practice. A graduate of the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy, Dawn is in good standing with both OSTCAN and the Ontario Osteopathic Association (OOA). She was honored with the prestigious A.T. Still Award of Excellence for her class of 2024, recognizing her outstanding dedication to the principles of osteopathy.

Dawn’s love for movement was sparked early in life as she grew up as a competitive dancer. This passion laid the foundation for her career in holistic health, where she now helps others move and heal through her expertise in manual therapy and movement-based modalities.

Her professional journey began with a degree in Athletic Therapy from Sheridan Institute of Technology, where she gained experience treating sports injuries and working with various athletes and teams. However, Dawn sees herself as a generalist, specializing in treating the body as a whole. She is deeply committed to helping those with acute or chronic conditions, including autoimmune disorders, using osteopathic and movement-based approaches.

Osteopathy is a holistic form of manual therapy that emphasizes the body’s structure and function. Based on the principle that the body is capable of self-healing when its systems are in balance, Dawn applies these osteopathic principles in her practice. By addressing the relationships between the musculoskeletal, nervous, and circulatory systems, she helps the body remove obstacles to healing.

As a Pilates instructor specializing in both mat and reformer techniques for the past 10 years, Dawn integrates Pilates with osteopathic principles to support overall well-being. She uses a blend of movement and manual therapy to optimize her clients’ function, mobility, and health.

Outside of her clinical work, Dawn remains committed to lifelong learning and education. She regularly works out, staying active and embodying the principles she teaches, fostering a harmonious connection between movement, wellness, and healing.