Wise Roots Therapies
Experience the bliss & beauty of ancient Ayurvedic wisdom
serving women in Kitchener-Waterloo & surrounding areas
welcome
Hi there! I'm Lisa, owner of Wise Roots Therapies.
For over eleven years, I've had the profound honour of serving the women of Kitchener-Waterloo through sacred healing practices that nourish the body, calm the mind, and restore the spirit.
My journey into this work began long before I ever imagined it would become my calling. Like so many women, I knew intimately what it felt like to give endlessly to others while neglecting my own need for care and nurturing. I understood the weight of carrying everyone else's needs while my own nervous system quietly cried out for gentle, loving attention.
Through my own healing journey—including thirty years of personal yoga practice and eight years of teaching—I discovered the profound medicine that lives in conscious, caring touch and mindful movement. I learned that our bodies are not just vessels to be pushed through life, but sacred temples deserving of reverence, rest, and restoration.
This understanding led me to deepen my studies, becoming certified as an Ayurvedic Spa Specialist, completing numerous yoga teaching certifications, and training as a Reiki Master. But more importantly, it awakened me to a truth I now hold sacred: every woman deserves to feel truly held, deeply seen, and lovingly cared for.
In our culture, we're taught that taking time for ourselves is selfish, that slowing down is lazy, that our needs come last. I've witnessed this burden in countless women who walk through my doors—beautiful souls who have forgotten what it feels like to receive without giving, to rest without guilt, to be touched with pure intention and love.
This is why I do this work. Not just because these ancient practices are powerful (though they are), but because I believe every woman deserves a sanctuary where she can remember her own worth, reconnect with her inner wisdom, and receive the nurturing her nervous system so desperately needs.
When you step into this space, you're not just receiving a treatment—you're being invited to remember that you matter, that your wellbeing is sacred, and that taking time to care for yourself is not just okay, it's essential..
With Love,
Lisa
Testimonials
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"An experience like none other - I treated myself to the full package and was in a deep meditative state throughout the entire treatment. I left feeling truly rested and nurtured. After years of not taking care of myself - this is what my mind, body and spirit needed - this is self-care. Thank you Lisa xo"
-Jill Weaver
"Best class ever! I went in with stiff and sore hips, and walked out limber and smiling. I feel so much better after the class. Couldn't ask for better. Thank you! I'd definitely recommend her class to anyone. "
-K.A.
"I had the pleasure of having a full body massage from Lisa. It was the most nurturing, relaxing and grounding treatment. Lisa is a experienced healer and a beautiful energy to be around. I am truly honoured to have received this traditional Ayurvedic massage! Thank you"
-Jennifer Nemeth
"I cannot express enough how luxurious and loving was the experience of Lisa's full body Ayurvedic massage. This is the ultimate act of self-care and so far from your average massage. Lisa's presence is quiet and grounding and it's obvious she is committed to the healing aspect of her bodywork and her space. I urge everyone to book a session with her and just see how it makes you feel. One word: GO."
-Dahlia Ibrahim
"Just recently I started seeing Lisa for Abhyanga massage. I have went to different practitioners to try to find who and what works best for me. This type massage is very personal and intimate experience and it’s very important to be comfortable. Her calm nature makes being there at ease. She is highly knowledgeable about Ayurveda, and is very helpful in trying to help you apart from her treatments. The Abhyanga very relaxing someone who is high strung and take a longtime to calm down I walk out feeling loosey goosey ha. She comes highly recommended from me."
-Domonique Haasnoot
"I have experienced Lisa as an intuitive healer with a loving, compassionate, and calming presence - a spiritual presence. These qualities guided and informed her work duirng each treatment with me. She treated my body, mind and spirit with deep respect and slowly worked to reduce stress, tension and anxiety within me. In the most recent treatment when Lisa completed the Indian head massage, my body felt like "lead", meaning it was deeply relaxed and I did not want to get off the table. I have not felt that level of relaxation in a very long time. I highly recommend the Indian Head massage and Abhyanga. Book a treatment with Lisa and allow her to give your body, soul and spirit spiritual nourishment! You will love each moment!"
-Gursharan Kahlon
"I had my postpartum massage from Lisa. She knows the right Ayurvedic massage practice and is very caring and cooperative with the new mother. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a full body massage. She also offered me her belly binding service which I highly recommend to new mothers. This helps to bring the uterus back to its position and helps to push all other organs to their position and of course push away the excess belly to firm up."
-Khushboo
"This class is a reset for the body, mind, and spirit. Simple and easy is sometimes what the body needs to regain focus and strength when life takes over. The chanting and sound vibration at the end of class is personally my favourite closing ritual to any class. I highly recommend this class to any level of yogi. "
-J.Shaw
"Lisa at Wise Roots has the magic touch! She is able to combine ayurvedic massage, meditation, Reiki and wondrous other treatments while you lie on her table being lifted into heaven. She really gets you high on the deepest forms of relaxation! The warm oil feels like liquid gold flowing over your skin, the subtle lovely scents from her facial products transform you and the warm towels she applies just seal the deal. The hair oiling/head massage part is simply surreal. I would HIGHLY recommend this total body and soul treatment if you are looking to deeply nurture yourself. Lisa provides a safe and caring space for you to calm your nervous system and that is the gift."
-Mairead F
"Lisa’s Ayurvedic massages are a beautiful gift to give to your body! The warm oil, massage, and energy work combined offers a wonderful reset for the nervous system. You can feel Lisa’s love and intention all throughout the treatment and I would highly recommend."
-Jenna H
"Lisa's prenatal yoga classes are amazing! I always feel so good after class. Highly recommend if you're expecting!"
-Cara T
"The Abhyanga treatment was so wonderful. I felt transported to place that was sacred and all about slowing down, and connecting with the body. It was very conducive to relaxation. Especially with the winter season the warm oils and towels felt so good. I wish I went in earlier for my post partum days because it is very nurturing and restorative. Lisa has such a calm and peaceful presence and that really added to her touch."
-Rachelle Wheatley
"This class went beyond calm and peaceful. The movements were soft and gentle, yet allowed for a good deep stretch. Lisa's voice was tranquil, like many of the postures, and she closed the class off with the most lovely chant. I strongly recommend this class!"
-J.S.
"Okay. Please go right now. Just go. Lisa does Ayurvedic body treatments...warm oils drizzled on your skin, lotions and oils mixed just for your type (dosha), and her massages...a combination of bodywork, energy work, (did I mention warm oils and hot towels? I can hardly speak right now.) and just plain love for what Lisa does...it's like nothing you've ever experienced. Please help support my wonderful friend and her loving caring healing practice!! Thank you! "
-Christine Ball
"Beyond relaxing. I had to convince my body to move after my treatments because I was so relaxed. Lisa explained what was going to happen before my services and then allowed me to fall into deep relaxation. Can't recommend Wise Roots Therapies enough!"
-Kirsten Howells
"Just had the most beautiful out of body experience with an in-home postpartum and womb massage with Lisa. Just what every person needs in the postpartum time. "
-Victoria Nicholas
"I treated myself to the Abhyanga + Indian Head Massage. The scents Lisa uses are divine and I was transported into a deep meditation where I was visited by many angels and people from my daily life. I was scared at first often wanting to hop off the table (this happens to me all the time during healing) but I stayed with it and was deeply rewarded. It was such bliss. Lisa is such a gentle loving soul. I am so grateful and hope many more people get to experience her gift."
-Samantha Klein
"Lisa is a wonderful instructor - I think I fell asleep at the beginning because it was so relaxing! It was a gentle session, I needed that today."
-Neta G
"Lisa is an incredible health practitioner! I got a full body Ayurvedic massage and Indian head massage for the first time ever. The experience was magical to say the least! After the treatment I felt more relaxed, balanced, and grounded - physically, mentally and energetically. Lisa helped me feel comfortable and safe. I will definitely be coming back :)"
-Tina Nguyen
"An experience like none other - I treated myself to the full package and was in a deep meditative state throughout the entire treatment. I left feeling truly rested and nurtured. After years of not taking care of myself - this is what my mind, body and spirit needed - this is self-care. Thank you Lisa xo"
-Jill Weaver
"Best class ever! I went in with stiff and sore hips, and walked out limber and smiling. I feel so much better after the class. Couldn't ask for better. Thank you! I'd definitely recommend her class to anyone. "
-K.A.
"I had the pleasure of having a full body massage from Lisa. It was the most nurturing, relaxing and grounding treatment. Lisa is a experienced healer and a beautiful energy to be around. I am truly honoured to have received this traditional Ayurvedic massage! Thank you"
-Jennifer Nemeth
"I cannot express enough how luxurious and loving was the experience of Lisa's full body Ayurvedic massage. This is the ultimate act of self-care and so far from your average massage. Lisa's presence is quiet and grounding and it's obvious she is committed to the healing aspect of her bodywork and her space. I urge everyone to book a session with her and just see how it makes you feel. One word: GO."
-Dahlia Ibrahim
"Just recently I started seeing Lisa for Abhyanga massage. I have went to different practitioners to try to find who and what works best for me. This type massage is very personal and intimate experience and it’s very important to be comfortable. Her calm nature makes being there at ease. She is highly knowledgeable about Ayurveda, and is very helpful in trying to help you apart from her treatments. The Abhyanga very relaxing someone who is high strung and take a longtime to calm down I walk out feeling loosey goosey ha. She comes highly recommended from me."
-Domonique Haasnoot
"I have experienced Lisa as an intuitive healer with a loving, compassionate, and calming presence - a spiritual presence. These qualities guided and informed her work duirng each treatment with me. She treated my body, mind and spirit with deep respect and slowly worked to reduce stress, tension and anxiety within me. In the most recent treatment when Lisa completed the Indian head massage, my body felt like "lead", meaning it was deeply relaxed and I did not want to get off the table. I have not felt that level of relaxation in a very long time. I highly recommend the Indian Head massage and Abhyanga. Book a treatment with Lisa and allow her to give your body, soul and spirit spiritual nourishment! You will love each moment!"
-Gursharan Kahlon
"I had my postpartum massage from Lisa. She knows the right Ayurvedic massage practice and is very caring and cooperative with the new mother. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a full body massage. She also offered me her belly binding service which I highly recommend to new mothers. This helps to bring the uterus back to its position and helps to push all other organs to their position and of course push away the excess belly to firm up."
-Khushboo
"This class is a reset for the body, mind, and spirit. Simple and easy is sometimes what the body needs to regain focus and strength when life takes over. The chanting and sound vibration at the end of class is personally my favourite closing ritual to any class. I highly recommend this class to any level of yogi. "
-J.Shaw
"Lisa at Wise Roots has the magic touch! She is able to combine ayurvedic massage, meditation, Reiki and wondrous other treatments while you lie on her table being lifted into heaven. She really gets you high on the deepest forms of relaxation! The warm oil feels like liquid gold flowing over your skin, the subtle lovely scents from her facial products transform you and the warm towels she applies just seal the deal. The hair oiling/head massage part is simply surreal. I would HIGHLY recommend this total body and soul treatment if you are looking to deeply nurture yourself. Lisa provides a safe and caring space for you to calm your nervous system and that is the gift."
-Mairead F
"Lisa’s Ayurvedic massages are a beautiful gift to give to your body! The warm oil, massage, and energy work combined offers a wonderful reset for the nervous system. You can feel Lisa’s love and intention all throughout the treatment and I would highly recommend."
-Jenna H
"Lisa's prenatal yoga classes are amazing! I always feel so good after class. Highly recommend if you're expecting!"
-Cara T
"The Abhyanga treatment was so wonderful. I felt transported to place that was sacred and all about slowing down, and connecting with the body. It was very conducive to relaxation. Especially with the winter season the warm oils and towels felt so good. I wish I went in earlier for my post partum days because it is very nurturing and restorative. Lisa has such a calm and peaceful presence and that really added to her touch."
-Rachelle Wheatley
"This class went beyond calm and peaceful. The movements were soft and gentle, yet allowed for a good deep stretch. Lisa's voice was tranquil, like many of the postures, and she closed the class off with the most lovely chant. I strongly recommend this class!"
-J.S.
"Okay. Please go right now. Just go. Lisa does Ayurvedic body treatments...warm oils drizzled on your skin, lotions and oils mixed just for your type (dosha), and her massages...a combination of bodywork, energy work, (did I mention warm oils and hot towels? I can hardly speak right now.) and just plain love for what Lisa does...it's like nothing you've ever experienced. Please help support my wonderful friend and her loving caring healing practice!! Thank you! "
-Christine Ball
"Beyond relaxing. I had to convince my body to move after my treatments because I was so relaxed. Lisa explained what was going to happen before my services and then allowed me to fall into deep relaxation. Can't recommend Wise Roots Therapies enough!"
-Kirsten Howells
"Just had the most beautiful out of body experience with an in-home postpartum and womb massage with Lisa. Just what every person needs in the postpartum time. "
-Victoria Nicholas
"I treated myself to the Abhyanga + Indian Head Massage. The scents Lisa uses are divine and I was transported into a deep meditation where I was visited by many angels and people from my daily life. I was scared at first often wanting to hop off the table (this happens to me all the time during healing) but I stayed with it and was deeply rewarded. It was such bliss. Lisa is such a gentle loving soul. I am so grateful and hope many more people get to experience her gift."
-Samantha Klein
"Lisa is a wonderful instructor - I think I fell asleep at the beginning because it was so relaxing! It was a gentle session, I needed that today."
-Neta G
"Lisa is an incredible health practitioner! I got a full body Ayurvedic massage and Indian head massage for the first time ever. The experience was magical to say the least! After the treatment I felt more relaxed, balanced, and grounded - physically, mentally and energetically. Lisa helped me feel comfortable and safe. I will definitely be coming back :)"
-Tina Nguyen
"An experience like none other - I treated myself to the full package and was in a deep meditative state throughout the entire treatment. I left feeling truly rested and nurtured. After years of not taking care of myself - this is what my mind, body and spirit needed - this is self-care. Thank you Lisa xo"
-Jill Weaver
"Best class ever! I went in with stiff and sore hips, and walked out limber and smiling. I feel so much better after the class. Couldn't ask for better. Thank you! I'd definitely recommend her class to anyone. "
-K.A.
"I had the pleasure of having a full body massage from Lisa. It was the most nurturing, relaxing and grounding treatment. Lisa is a experienced healer and a beautiful energy to be around. I am truly honoured to have received this traditional Ayurvedic massage! Thank you"
-Jennifer Nemeth
"I cannot express enough how luxurious and loving was the experience of Lisa's full body Ayurvedic massage. This is the ultimate act of self-care and so far from your average massage. Lisa's presence is quiet and grounding and it's obvious she is committed to the healing aspect of her bodywork and her space. I urge everyone to book a session with her and just see how it makes you feel. One word: GO."
-Dahlia Ibrahim
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Located at The Healing House
195 Duke St E Kitchener
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