Montreal Sports Therapist Bios
Meet Our Trusted Athletic Therapists
The certified Athletic Therapists at Activ Axion offer personalized care. Find a therapist near you for injury rehab, concussion and chronic pain management, and many more. At Activ Axion Clinic, our skilled team is dedicated to helping you move better, feel stronger, and recover faster.
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Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, acute injuries, or simply looking to optimize your performance, our expert staff combines advanced techniques with a personalized approach to get you back in action.
With years of experience treating athletes and active individuals, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge rehabilitation and performance therapy tailored to your unique needs.
Sports Therapist Bios
Meet Mario Starnino
Mario Starnino is an Athletic Therapist, Strength and Conditioning coach, and owner of the Activ Axion clinic located in the heart of Montreal’s West Island. He graduated from Concordia University in Montreal in 2013 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science: Specialization in Athletic Therapy. He has traveled the world to further his education with various manual therapy and training techniques such as P-DTR® (Proprioceptive – Deep Tendon Reflex), Institut Neuro Performance/Neuera (Functional Neurology and Posturology), NKT® (NeuroKinetic Therapy), Be Activated, VOILA®, AiM© (Anatomy in Motion), FRS® (Functional Range Systems) and Kilo Strength Society®.
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A combination of concussion, functional neurology and vestibular seminars has enabled him to be more effective in concussion rehabilitation, while using different treatment modalities, including MPS (Micro Point Stimulation Therapy) and Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) to help reduce inflammation and promote tissue healing.
Mario is dedicated to guiding and helping his patients, whether they are returning to a previous lifestyle or achieving a new personal goal. Taking a holistic approach to solving a problem leads to a better recovery than managing symptoms alone. It’s essential to educate the person about their pain, and to change certain lifestyle habits for the better.
“It’s not enough to know, you have to apply. It’s not enough to want, you have to do. Absorb what is useful, reject what is useless, add what is specific to you.”
– Bruce Lee
In his spare time…
When he’s not treating or training customers, Mario enjoys rollerblading, rock climbing, paddle boarding, playing field hockey, making kombucha, gardening, reading and working on various DIY projects.
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CATA | CTSQ | ACNN | P-DTR® | NKT® | VOILA® | AiM© | FRS® | Kilo Strength Society® | Be Activated
Meet Alexis Boosamra
Alexis is a dedicated and certified athletic therapist committed to helping people overcome chronic pain and improve their quality of life. After completing her undergraduate degree in Athletic Therapy at Concordia University in 2022, Alexis gained a grounding in injury rehabilitation and the management of long-term pain conditions. She is currently a member of the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA), the Academy of Naturopaths and Naturopaths of Canada (ANC) and in the second year of a five-year diploma program at the College of Osteopathic Studies.
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With an emphasis on individualized care, Alexis combines her knowledge of sports therapy and osteopathy to design treatment strategies that meet the unique needs of each client. This advanced training deepens her understanding of many injuries and chronic pain, allowing her to treat the root causes of pain rather than just the symptoms. Whether you’re looking to manage ongoing pain or rehabilitate after an injury, Alexis is committed to helping you achieve your goals.
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Meet Jordan Katsoulis
Jordan received her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Therapy from Concordia University in 2024, where she earned her certification the same year. She is now a member of the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA), the Corporation des thérapeutes du sport du Québec (CTSQ) and the Academy of Naturopaths and Naturopaths of Canada (ANC). With a deep passion for helping people manage and overcome chronic pain, Jordan’s approach combines evidence-based treatments and holistic care to improve overall physical well-being. Jordan is committed to helping people, whether recovering from injury or simply managing ongoing pain, regain their quality of life and get back to doing the things they love.
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Meet Gabrielle Khreiche
Gabby graduated from Concordia University as an Athletic Therapist in 2024 and is currently pursuing osteopathic studies to broaden her expertise.
She specializes in personalized care, creating customized training plans to ensure safe recovery, reduced pain and improved performance. Gabby works closely with her clients to select the appropriate exercises for each stage of rehabilitation, and educates them on effective injury prevention techniques.
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Whether assisting athletes on the field or working with private clients at the clinic, she is dedicated to helping people of all ages and fitness levels achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.
Outside of work, Gabby enjoys spending time in the gym, cooking and traveling.
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Meet Grace Lewis
Grace graduated in 2025 from Concordia University with a Bachelor of Science in Athletic
Therapy. She is currently a member of the Canadian Athletic Therapist Association (CATA), and
the Academy of Naturopaths and Naturotherapists of Canada (ACNN).
With a passion for helping meet clients where they are at to get them back to doing what they
love, Grace provides personalized care tailored to each client and their goals. Grace combines
hands-on treatments with curated exercise programs based on the clients stage of rehabilitation
and needs. Grace is committed to helping people in all phases of life achieve their goals and
fully understand how to manage their injuries in a holistic manner to help regain quality of life.
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Outside of work, Grace enjoys spending time figure skating, at ballet class, baking, reading, and spending time with her cat and dog.
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Meet Justin Hernandez
Justin Hernandez is a certified Athletic Therapist who takes a patient-centred approach to care,
helping individuals of all ages and activity levels recover from injury, manage pain, and return to
the activities they enjoy. He emphasizes education, movement quality, and long-term strategies
to support sustainable recovery and improved physical function.
Justin received his Bachelor of Science in Athletic Therapy from Concordia University in 2025
and has been a member of the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA), the
Corporation des thérapeutes du sport du Québec (CTSQ) and the Academy of Naturopaths and
Naturopaths of Canada (ACNN) since 2025.
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During his undergraduate studies, Justin completed multiple internships in both clinical and field settings, including John Abbott College, Vanier College, the School of Health, and Concordia University’s varsity sports program. A highlight of his training was travelling with the Concordia men’s basketball team and attending the U SPORTS national championship in Vancouver.
Outside of the clinic, Justin enjoys playing basketball and training in the gym.
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