Welcome to Maximum Recovery!

Serving the Avalon Peninsula, we offer a wide range of therapeutic services and evidence-informed modalities to support both physical and mental well-being. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to helping you move with ease, feel stronger, manage stress, and support your overall well-being long after you leave the clinic.

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Nikita Bennett is a registered massage therapist passionate about helping clients alleviate muscular pain and tension. If you’re looking to relieve those stubborn knots between your shoulder blades, then Nikita is your go-to therapist. She is particularly interested in treating conditions such as upper crossed syndrome and scapular dysfunction to aid with better postural alignment.

She is certified in a variety of techniques and modalities including deep tissue, myofascial release, percussive therapy, and cupping therapy. Her goal is to help her clients achieve optimal health and well-being through therapeutic techniques and proper postural alignment education. She uses her knowledge and skills to customize each session to meet the unique needs of each client.

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Sarah Montgomery is a registered massage therapist who has a passion for helping clients achieve their rehabilitation and fitness goals. She has a special interest in sports-related injuries and targets her treatments on area-specific rehabilitation to provide consistency in athletic training.

She is certified in Masterclass-level Fire Cupping, expanding her ability to offer advanced, evidence-based cupping techniques to support client recovery and wellness. She also holds certifications in advanced sport massage, cupping therapy, percussive therapy, IASTM (scraping), and low-level laser therapy, setting her apart as an innovator in the field.

Committed to professional growth, Sarah continually expands her knowledge to stay at the forefront of new techniques and technologies. Her clients value her dedication, thorough approach, and ability to create personalized treatment plans that promote lasting recovery and overall well-being.

Please note: Sarah is only accepting new clients for laser therapy in Carbonear. If a new client books with Sarah in Carbonear and is not an existing massage client of hers, the appointment may be cancelled or reassigned to another provider.

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Krystal Goulding is a Registered Massage Therapist dedicated to helping clients reduce pain, improve mobility, and support overall wellness through personalized, results-driven care. She has a strong passion for therapeutic treatment and takes a thoughtful approach to helping clients feel and function at their best.

She is certified in cupping, scraping, percussive therapy, and lymphatic drainage therapy, allowing her to tailor treatments to each client’s individual needs and goals.

With a focus on both therapeutic recovery and whole-body wellness, Krystal combines deep tissue techniques with gentle lymphatic drainage approaches to help support circulation, reduce inflammation and encourage recovery.

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Supporting Teens (13+) and Adults with Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Stress, and Life’s Challenges

Melanie Crocker is a Canadian Certified Counsellor and Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who helps teens (13+) and adults navigate anxiety, health anxiety, chronic pain, injury recovery, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, work-related stress, and life’s transitions.

Therapeutic Approaches

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Mindfulness-based techniques

• Polyvagal-informed therapy

• Person-centred approaches

Available Services

• Individual Counselling

• In-Person Appointments

• Virtual Appointments

Melanie takes a compassionate, collaborative approach to therapy, helping clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, nervous system, and lived experiences. Using evidence-based, integrative approaches, she supports clients in building emotional regulation skills, developing healthier coping strategies, and creating meaningful, sustainable change in their daily lives within a safe and supportive environment.

Contact Melanie Crocker:

📧 melanie@maximumrecovery.ca

📞 (709) 499-0518

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ℹ️ Melanie practices under clinical supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements.

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Supporting Children (4+), Teens, and Young Adults Through Play-Based, Creative, and Evidence-Based Therapy

Chantal Clarke is a registered psychotherapist (qualifying) who supports children (ages 4+), teens, and young adults navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, emotional regulation challenges, behavioural concerns, school-related difficulties, self-esteem, social challenges, and life transitions through compassionate, evidence-based care.

Therapeutic Approaches

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)-Informed Strategies

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

• Person-Centred Therapy

• Play-Based & Creative Therapy

• Art & Storytelling Interventions

Available Services

• Individual Counselling

• Child Counselling (Ages 4+)

• Teen Counselling

• Young Adult Counselling

• Parent & Caregiver Collaboration

• In-Person Appointments

• Virtual Appointments

Chantal takes a warm, collaborative, and child-centred approach to therapy, creating a safe space where children and young people can express themselves in ways that feel natural and comfortable.

By combining play-based and creative interventions with evidence-based therapeutic approaches, she helps clients build emotional regulation skills, strengthen confidence, improve communication, develop healthy coping strategies, and foster meaningful, lasting growth. Chantal also values working collaboratively with parents and caregivers to support each child’s progress both in and outside the therapy room.

Contact Chantal Clarke:

📧 counsellingwithchantal@gmail.com

📞 (709) 707-5534 x1

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Morgan is a Registered Massage Therapist who is passionate about helping clients reduce pain, improve mobility, and return to the activities they enjoy. She has a particular interest in treating neck and shoulder conditions, including whiplash injuries, rotator cuff injuries, and frozen shoulder.

Morgan takes a client-centered approach to care, tailoring each treatment plan to the individual’s needs, goals, and stage of recovery. Whether working with acute injuries, chronic pain, or mobility restrictions, she strives to provide effective treatment while helping clients better understand their condition and recovery process.

Morgan is committed to ongoing professional development and enjoys helping clients achieve lasting improvements in function, movement, and overall well-being.

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Supporting Adults (18+) and Couples through Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Addiction, and Life’s Challenges

Wendy Cranford, MSW, RSW, is a Registered Social Worker with more than 25 years of experience helping clients navigate life’s challenges. She supports clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, addiction, relationship concerns, stress, and major life transitions.

Therapeutic Approaches

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

• Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR)

• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

• Emotion Focused Couples Therapy (EFT)

• Motivational Interviewing

• Strengths-Based Therapy

Available Services

• Individual Counselling

• Couples Counselling

• In-Person Appointments

• Virtual Appointments

Wendy provides a compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel supported as they work toward healing and personal growth. She tailors each treatment plan to the individual’s unique experiences and goals, using evidence-based approaches to help clients build resilience, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Contact Wendy Cranford:

📧 wencranfordcounselling@gmail.com

📞 (709) 800-1906

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Located at: Brigus Rd, 336-338 Brigus Rd., Whitbourne
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