Who I am
The foundation and starting point for my work is a respect for the body’s innate capacity to heal and the processes which support it.
In a nutshell:
I combine a heart centered approach and the skill of massage therapy to care for people of all ages and states of health.
Since completion of my diploma and registering with the College of Massage Therapists of BC in 2009, my practice has evolved in response to the specific needs of my clients. Additional training in myofascial release, visceral manipulation, craniosacral therapy, as a doula, and yoga, allows a session to have the flexibility to shift in rhythm with the healthcare needs and state of the person I am working with.
I love working as a massage therapist and look forward to caring for you soon.
What is a Registered Massage Therapist?
Being registered means I have completed all required education and have successfully passed provincial licensing examinations, am in good standing with my professional governing college (CMTBC), and have registered with BC Medical Services Plan.
Completed Education
Diploma in Massage and Hydrotherapy through Vancouver College of Massage Therapy
Deeper Ground: Restoration and Vitality for the Female Pelvis with Kimberli Ann Johnson CSB, SEP, SIP and Tom Myers
Female Pelvis: Female Issues with Heather Gittens RMT
DONA Birth Doula Training through Douglas College
Visceral Manipulation through the International Alliance of Healthcare Educators
Neural Manipulation: Neuromeningeal Manipulation; An Integrative Approach… through the International Alliance of Healthcare Educators
Biodynamic Fascial Integration with Natale Rao, RMT (9 part series completed over 3 years)
Becoming Trauma-Informed: Foundations, Safety, Trust & Self-Regulation in Manual Therapy with Elisa Peterson MEd, SEP, RMT
Introductory Chest Care with Paula Jasper, MEd RMT
Advanced Chest Care with Paula Jasper, MEd RMT
Caring for Women During the Childbearing Year with Paula Jasper, MEd RMT
Post Cesarean Section Treatment with Paula Jasper, MEd RMT
Infant Massage with Paula Jasper, MEd RMT
Introduction to Advanced Cranial Therapy with Robert Hackwood, RMT
Muscle Energy Technique with Ann Sleeper, RMT
Introduction to Osteopathic Techniques with Ann Sleeper, RMT
Standard First aid with CPR level C through Canadian Red Cross
I am also an active member of The Embodiment Institute Community Practice Ground, have completed Foundations in Somatic Abolitionism led by Resmaa Manekam co-facilitated by Carlin Quinn.
Ongoing Education
Top of the list, hands down, are YOU!
My clients drive my curiosity and inspire my desire to explore deeper ways of connecting to an indwelling awareness and knowing intelligence that resides in us all.
Each session nurtures a discipline akin to school. Listening, studying, practicing, listen again. Practical tools used in service of your care. It is an honour to learn from and with you.
