Meet our Wellness Team
Uppliva Nordic Spa is dedicated to health, wellness, and deep relaxation. Translated from Swedish, ‘Uppliva’ means to uplift, revive, renew and comfort. Uppliva's mission is simple: to uplift our guest’s well-being.
Our Wellness Team is here to help make each of our guests feel their best in body, mind & spirit. Our talented team of Registered Massage Therapists, Acupuncturists, and Facial Practitioners have a wealth of experience in massage therapy, natural & holistic healing, aromatherapy, herbalism, Reiki, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Each team member is unique in their approach and skill set, but they all share a passion for wellness!
Marsha Adams, Registered Massage Therapist
Marsha became a registered massage therapist in 2004 and graduated from the Canadian Therapeutic College in Burlington, Ontario. She is passionate about learning new healing modalities and making her clients feel their best.
Marsha is certified in hot stone, reiki, yoga, meditation, Mayan abdominal massage, and Thai massage. She recently finished her training as an Ayurvedic practitioner. Her treatments are a customized blend of her unique experience and techniques.
Marsha has recently moved to Ottawa from Jasper, Alberta. Outside of the treatment room, she enjoys snowboarding, paddle boarding, reading, and hiking.
Kimberly Hoffman, Registered Acupuncturist
Kimberly is classically trained in Chinese Medicine and offers a variety of treatments. These healing practices help to ignite your inner vitality and create a feeling of balance and calm.
Most illnesses today are caused by stress, diet, and emotional imbalances. Chinese Medicine offers healing therapies that help by releasing muscle tension and fascial restrictions and by helping regulate the nervous system to stop the cycle of pain, inflammation, and burnout.
Kimberly’s offerings at Uppliva include a unique and deeply relaxing Holistic Facial, featuring organic skin care products and optional body acupuncture.
Tara Jantz, Registered Massage Therapist
Meet Tara, a dedicated and skilled massage therapist with a passion for holistic well-being. Tara graduated from the Ontario College of Health & Technology in Niagara in 2011, and specializes in therapeutic-relaxation massages, aromatherapy, and pre- & post-natal massage.
Tara's expertise extends to Hot Stone Massage, Indian Head massage, and Thai yoga massage, ensuring a diverse range of therapeutic options for our clients seeking relaxation and rejuvenation. She is committed to creating a serene and comfortable space for her clients in every session.
Beyond the treatment room, Tara finds joy in exploring the great outdoors, globetrotting, and spending quality time with her dog and cat.
Hang Nguyen, Holistic Facial Specialist
Hang Nguyen is a dedicated Holistic Facial Specialist who earned her diploma from the Canadian School of Holistic Training. While new to the industry, Hang has spent the past 18 months immersed in advanced holistic facial massage courses, mastering precise movements and techniques, including: myofacial release therapy, Japanese Hadado massage, Ju-ene natural face lifting and sculpting, Buccal massage, facial cupping and Gua Sha lymphatic drainage.
Her treatments combine ancient practices with modern techniques, offering a holistic approach that nurtures both mind and body. Hang’s belief in the intrinsic connection between mental and physical well-being ensures that every treatment she delivers is balanced and rejuvenating.
Outside of her work at Uppliva, Hang enjoys spending quality time with her two children, cooking, and practicing yoga at home.
Book your Sculpting Ju-ene Facial or Rejuvenating Uppliva Facial with Hang.
Pooja Rishal, Registered Massage Therapist
Pooja graduated from the International Academy of Massage Therapy in Ottawa. She is passionate about massage therapy and believes in making her patient's wellness a priority. She is dedicated to providing high-quality, individualized treatments to clients of all ages.
Pooja specializes in therapeutic, relaxation, deep tissue and aromatherapy massage, as well as, acute & chronic pain conditions, myofascial release, headaches/migraines, sports injury & preventative massage, and prenatal & postnatal massage.
Pooja enjoys creating a warm & friendly environment to help you relax, renew and feel your best. In her spare time, she enjoys staying active and spending time with her family.