Scott – Owner
Scott McVey RMT Kin CSTMA (SCM)
Scott has been working within the field of health sciences for over 15 years. A graduate of both the Honors Bachelor of Arts Specialization in Kinesiology at the University of Western Ontario and the Massage Therapy program at Trillium College.
He has a passion for athletics and strives to pass on his knowledge to those that need it!
He has worked with various professional and amateur athletes from organizations such as the OHL, NHL, NLL, CFL, Strongman Canada, and Canadian Olympic athletes. He has also worked various sporting events domestic and internationally such as the World Junior Squash Championships, National Cycling Championships, Olympic Trials for Team Canada Swimming, Olympic Trials for Team Canada Wrestling, World Ball Hockey Championships, U18 Women’s Hockey World Championships, the PGA Tour, Canadian Mackenzie Tour, Henley Regatta, Canadian Open and many more!
He has also been the athletic trainer for the Southern Tier Admirals organization as well as the Niagara Falls Canucks. He was also the medical lead for the Canada Games 2022 for baseball.
Team Canada Massage Therapy: Hockey 2018; Wrestling 2020; Strongman 2023,2024,2025; Cycling 2024; Swimming 2024; Track & Field 2025; Squash 2026
Sportsnet, Grand Slam of Curling, 2024; 2025; 2026
He is a previous massage therapy instructor at educating the next generation of massage therapists in practical applications of massage, anatomy and physiology, as well as pathologies.
He strives to make the client the center of the treatment with client care being the main focus. He incorporates passive stretching, deep tissue, and his knowledge of athletics to bring about specific treatment for each individual client. Scott will continue to hone his skills and advance his knowledge in the field of health sciences to continue to provide increasingly precise and accurate treatments for his clientele.
Shelre – Front Desk Manager
Shelre makes sure your experience is seamless from the moment you reach out to us until the moment you leave feeling your absolute best.
She loves connecting with our clients, helping you find the perfect services, and making sure every visit feels welcoming, relaxing, and stress-free. Behind the scenes, she keeps our busy schedule running smoothly and support our amazing team so they can focus on what they do best—helping you look and feel incredible.
One of my favorite parts of her job is getting to know our clients and seeing familiar faces return. Whether it’s your very first visit or you’re one of our regulars, Shelre wants you to feel like part of the Athena family. She can’t wait to welcome you and help make your next visit a wonderful one!
Gia – RMT
Gia is a Registered Massage Therapist who graduated with honours from Trillium College. Since 2019, she has worked alongside mixed martial artists and professional fighters, gaining extensive experience treating sports-related injuries, muscular tension, and recovery-focused care.
Her treatments are tailored to each client’s individual needs and may include deep tissue massage, ischemic compression, PNF stretching, and relaxation techniques. While she enjoys working with athletes, Gia is equally passionate about helping clients reduce stress, relieve tension, and improve their overall well-being through therapeutic and relaxing treatments.
Known for her warm and welcoming approach, Gia strives to create a comfortable environment where every client feels cared for and supported.
Sylviya – RMT
Silviya graduated with honors the Massage therapy program at Trillium College in 2020. She focuses on creating unique treatment plans for each individual client. She uses fascial work, trigger point therapy, stretching techniques to help fix the problem rather than mask it.
She recognizes the wholeness of the human body and uses this approach when assessing a treating each client and the personalized issues they are dealing with. Her background in science (master degree in Electrical Engineering) led her to further explore the energy nature of life and of the human body.
For the past 10 years, she is involved with pulsed electromagnetic therapy (Ondamed) as well as Reiki, reconnective healing and holistic nutrition. Silviya’s passion for life, healing and helping people in the health and wellness field lead her to continue expanding her knowledge and skills to better serve each and everyone of her clients at Athena Beauty Spa.
Stefania – RMT
Stefania is dedicated to supporting individuals navigating injuries, chronic medical conditions, and physical dysfunctions. By focusing on pain reduction and overall wellness, she helps her clients reclaim a life with fewer restrictions.
Along with Swedish massage and advanced techniques, Stefania offers a diverse range of therapeutic services, including Cupping, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, Hot Stone, and Indie Head Massage. She is particularly passionate about perinatal massage and care, providing expert support for all pregnancies and both high-risk and complex pregnancies. Stefania also uses K-taping for pain and swelling during trimesters, and provides cupping for C-section scar recovery. She continues to expand her tool box of skills with more continuing education!
Beyond the clinic table, Stefania is a vocal advocate for mental health. She believes that intentional self-care and mindfulness are essential for maintaining a healthy relationship with oneself and achieving true mental stability!
Ethan – RMT
Welcome to the Athena team Ethan Brand RMT! 
Ethan is a recent massage therapy graduate from Niagara College who likes to work towards reducing muscle tightness, promoting a relaxing experience, and decreasing symptoms of pain and tension.
His love for studying the human anatomy started with a Bachelor’s of Applied Health studying Kinesiology at Brock University in 2023.
He can’t wait to continue to build his knowledge and create a client based practice that will cater to each and every one of you
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Isabel – RMT
Welcome to the Athena & Heavens team Isabel Smith RMT as a Registered Massage Therapist! ✨
She will be at Athena in Niagara Falls on Mondays & Heavens in Ridgeway Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday! 👀
Isabel a registered massage therapist with a successful completion of my diploma at Niagara College with honours.
She has experience with clients of all ages and conditions including mental health conditions. 🧠
Isabel’s main goal and focus is always client centered care as she aims to reduce anxiety, tension, headaches, pain, and all around enhance her clients wellbeing through Swedish and advanced massage techniques.
She has always had an interest in human anatomy and massage as a child due to spending so much time in physiotherapy and massage settings with her mom who worked as an administrator and occasionally let her assist. 💪
She is eventually aiming to further my education into specialized lymphatic drainage massage for clients struggling with chronic lymphedema and patients recovering from surgery as well as cupping for promoting blood flow and healing.
Isabel is so excited to be able to share her knowledge, learn new things, and help heal her clients along the way. 🔥
She is a firm believer in taking care of yourself mentally and physically, it really makes a difference in life.
Let her help you enhance your everyday life 🙌❤️
Chantel – RMT
Welcome to the Athena team Chantel Vernon RMT! 
Whether you’re a stressed out parent, professional, or someone simply carrying the weight of everyday life — your body deserves care too.
Chantel became an RMT in 2019, after graduating from the Ontario College of Health and Technology.
Chantel understands the chaos that can come with balancing a busy household and/or working and trying to find time for yourself in between. She understands feeling touched out, overwhelmed, and like you’re running on empty, while also knowing how important it is to take the time to pause, recharge, and take care of yourself.
Using slow, yet focused and intentional techniques, a massage with Chantel allows the body time to relax, release tension, and reset. Her treatments are designed for those who want to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with their body. Her clients often leave feeling lighter and more like themselves.
Book with Chantel today to give your body the reset it deserves. 
Gina – Esthetician
Being an Esthetician is a passion of mine. For over 15 years I have been helping people in relaxing environments with a large variety of treatments.
Gina graduated in 2005 from The Niagara School of Esthetics. Her focus is providing facial and body treatments, waxing, pedicures, gel nails, microdermabrasion and relaxation massage. She strives to give relaxing services that are also results given.
Gina has worked in various spas in Niagara Falls, Oakville and Mississauga.
Gina is excited to be back at Athena’s where her esthetics career officially began.
Tracey – Esthetician
Tracey graduated from Niagara college in 2012 from the esthetics program & has been in the spa industry for over 14 years.
Tracey is hardworking and passionate about what she does; every detail is important! She is eager to expand her knowledge and learn new things to provide to her clients.
She loves to perform all esthetic services but has a special interest in facials, nail services, body treatments & a nice relaxation massage.
Tracey is excited to be a part of the Athena Beauty team and can’t wait to get started!
Kayla – Esthetician
Welcome to the Athena Team as an esthetician, Kayla German
@kaylas.beautybar
Kayla comes to us from the Niagara College Esthetician program.
Ever since she was a child she loved the idea of beauty and now has decided to make it into a career.
Her passion toward skin care has led her to her love of facials and catering to each clients specific needs! 
Her artistic side loves manicures as she keeps up with the latest designs and trends! 
As her esthetics journey grows, she hopes to gain valuable experiences as well as help others fall in love with the art of esthetics just as she has.
She looks forward to meeting each and every one of you on your beauty and wellness journey!
Angel – Hairstylist
@hairstyling_angel – Angel has graduated from Cappa School of Hairstyling & Aesthetics in March 2020.
She strives to master colours and craft the art of cuts! She’s very excited to join the team and meet each and every one of you during your hair journey!
She is very eager to continue learning new techniques while bettering herself as a stylist while ensuring each one of the clients leaving obsessed with their new hair.
Sherry – Hairstylist
Sherry is a master stylist with over 30 years in the industry. 
Her previous experience is in her own salon of Bella Marie in Niagara Falls!
Your hair is in good hands here, she specializes in colour and hair extensions. 
In fall 2020, Sherry went to England to learn the Godiva Mesh integration method, which is perfect for clients with alopecia or who are losing their hair due to chemotherapy treatments.
She has worked tirelessly with suppliers to develop and perfect her own hair extension brand, and is very excited to share it with you.
She can’t wait to meet each and every one of you on your amazing hair journey