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Eric “E” Matias is an Athletic Performance Therapist, effectively integrating manual therapeutic methods and strength training principles to help people achieve their health and performance goals. After graduating from York University’s Kinesiology Program and the Athletic Therapy Certificate Program in 2013, Eric was determined to pursue mastery in his craft. He went on to obtain his certificate as a Registered Massage Therapist, and completed McMaster’s Neurofunctional Acupuncture Program. Eric was working as the Head Therapist with professional and high-level teams, and achieving great results with his athletes through the combination of manual therapy, acupuncture, and exercise. Eager to learn more, he went on to complete McMaster Acupuncture’s Advanced Program. After that, he also spent some time in the Instructors Program, training to be an Instructor and honing his skills among some of the best practitioners.

Admittedly, Eric wishes he were the athlete. This rooted desire is what drives his passion, as he lives vicariously through his clients and helping them reach their goals. Throughout his career, he has remained consistent in the weight-room; learning from S&C; Coaches, studying, and training as if he were preparing for competition. It only made sense that he also earn the title of Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist and apply his knowledge and experience to training basketball athletes. He not only aims to help athletes with a fast recovery from injury, but strives to educate and empower them so they can reduce vulnerability to injury. This is achieved through specific and strategic training - catering to the individual’s goals, sport, injury history and any imbalances – so that they can move well and strong.

Eric began his own practice at his home-office in 2017, and has been fortunate to build a steady client base of elite athletes and active individuals completely through word-of-mouth referrals. To continue serving the dream chasers and go-getters, he searched for excellent practitioners to share in the mission. Thus, the CANT STOP Team came together through divine timing. To balance his passion for helping clients in private practice and working team sports, Eric also works part-time at Humber College, where he provides care for the Varsity Teams. When not working, he is likely lifting weights, playing basketball, or spending time with friends and family.

Julian began his post-educational journey in 2013 at Humber College where he obtained a diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion. He continued to advance his education at the University of Guelph-Humber, obtaining a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Kinesiology, graduating at the top of his class. Finally he arrived at McMaster University where he completed his Masters Degree in Physiotherapy in 2020.

As a former professional dancer and also personal trainer, Julian understands the importance of exercise and general body movement, putting this aspect of rehabilitation at the forefront of his treatment style. Furthermore, he also understands the benefit that manual therapy, acupuncture and other hands-on treatments can provide for his patients. He enjoys using a multimodal approach, as well as working alongside his colleagues to treat his patients from a wholistic perspective. Throughout his experience, he's worked with a variety of patients ranging in ages, health conditions and cultural backgrounds. He is constantly striving to learn more in his field and come closer to becoming a master in his trade.

Outside of the clinic, you'll most likely see Julian dancing, playing various sports, or going on hikes. If he's not outside, then he's probably spending time with his family or his two cats, which he calls his 'sons'. One of Julian's greatest accomplishments was being a dancer on Team Canada in 2013 and travelling to Denmark to represent his country in the international competition of dance.

Luc Comiré is an Athletic Therapist who graduated from Sheridan College. He has hands-on experience working with a range of high-performance athletes of varying age groups. His practical experience includes working with Excel Hoops Prep Basketball, Toronto Rock Professional Lacrosse, Team Canada Open Masters Ultimate Frisbee, Next Gen National Beach Volleyball, University of Toronto Varsity Volleyball, and Mount Carmel High School Varsity Football and Lacrosse.

He is passionate about manual therapy and exercise-based rehabilitation, focusing on helping athletes recover from injuries and optimizing performance through personalized care. Luc is a dedicated athlete himself, playing ultimate frisbee at both a professional and international level. With Team Canada he recently traveled to Australia for the World Ultimate Championships (WUC). Professionally, he plays for the Toronto RUSH of the Ultimate Frisbee Association (UFA). He spends many hours each week training to stay at the top of his game, bringing a personal understanding of the athlete’s mindset and the demands of elite competition to his work as a therapist.

Essence is a certified personal trainer and nutritionist who takes an athletic and functional approach to training. She’s works with clients navigating injuries, chronic conditions, weight loss, strength building, and pre/postnatal wellness.

Her coaching style goes beyond just the physical. Essence is passionate about developing mental toughness and tapping into the inner strength that comes with committing to a lifelong journey of health and wellness. Her goal is to help clients move with purpose, build resilience, and feel empowered in both body and mind.

Outside the gym, you’ll find her cooking, reading, painting, or grounding herself in nature —always exploring new ways to stay creative and connected.

Jackie Ngo is a Certified Athletic Therapist who graduated from Sheridan College and is dedicated to helping athletes recover, perform, and stay in the game. He has worked with high-performance teams in rugby, soccer, basketball, and volleyball — including Sheridan Varsity Women’s Soccer, Team Ontario 15U Boy Basketball, Brampton Honey Badgers, Seneca Varsity Women’s Volleyball, and Team Ontario White volleyball. He currently serves as the Athletic Therapist for F.O.R.M. Basketball Academy.

Jackie combines hands-on manual therapy with exercise-based rehabilitation to restore function and build resilience. He believes movement is the foundation for recovery and long-term athletic development, empowering athletes to return stronger than before.

Outside of work, you’ll find Jackie in the weight room, playing volleyball with friends, or relaxing with a binge-worthy anime series.

Daanish is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), bringing five years of intensive training in Gestalt Psychotherapy and several years of experience supporting clients through a wide range of life challenges. His connection to sport began early, playing soccer from the age of five, going on to compete at a premier division level - giving him firsthand insight into the demands of balancing athletics with school, relationships, and personal growth. He understands how these pressures can impact mental health in both daily life and athletic life, and is dedicated to creating supportive spaces where athletes feel seen, heard, and understood as whole people, not just athletes.

In his work, Daanish offers a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their inner experiences with curiosity and honesty. Grounded in a holistic and relational approach, he focuses on building awareness of patterns, thoughts, emotions, andfeelings that may leave clients feeling stuck or unclear. Rather than trying to "fix" behavior, he believes meaningful change comes from being deeply understood, and allowing greater choice, clarity, and possibility to emerge through this awareness. Through this process, clients often report feeling more connected to themselves and their bodies, more confident and grounded, and more aligned with their authentic selves and relationships.

Kevin is a dual-licensed Certified Athletic Therapist and Registered Massage Therapist passionate about evidence-based manual therapy, structural kinetic chain assessment, and high-performance exercise rehabilitation. He holds a Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion from George Brown College, a Massage Therapy Diploma from the Ontario College of Health & Technology, and an Honours Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences in Athletic Therapy from Sheridan College.

At the core of his practice with the CANT STOP Team is a commitment to helping clients recover from injury, optimize biomechanics, prevent setbacks, and empower them to perform at their highest potential. He currently serves as the Lead Athletic Therapist for the Canada Basketball Men's U23 3x3 National Team and as an Assistant AT at the National Training Centre, alongside his role as Lead AT for the Baseball Canada U18 Junior National Team. His diverse clinical and field background also includes an internship with the Toronto Raptors (2022–2023), as well as work across the CEBL (Brampton Honey Badgers), NCAA, OCAA, OUA, NBA G-League, and international teams across Europe and Asia.

Growing up, Kevin played competitive soccer and even had the opportunity to trial in Spain. Today, he stays active through men’s league soccer and basketball while training for half and full marathons.