Education / Background
My 30+ years of Manual Therapy practice, Post Grad Education training and yoga practice, inform my life and work.
Since graduating from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy, in Vancouver BC, in 1992, my clinical assessment skills & manual application of the above techniques have evolved.
You
What do you need & want to work on to become healthier and more embodied?
My Style
The more I work with people the more I find that I am better able to hone in on problems. I am able to “listen” better to your body and what you need to heal. When I work with you I will encourage you to breathe into your body as we work through places that are causing pain & restriction and creating less than optimal health. I often suggest yoga postures (or adjustments to your present stretches/yoga poses), stretches or Hydrotherapy for you to do at home to continue the changes made during your session.
Modalities
I use a combination of techniques including Muscle Energy Technique, Myofascial Release, Craniosacral Therapies, Stecco’s Fascial Manipulation concepts & Visceral Manipulation depending on what you need to help you feel more mobile.
I work with people in loose, comfortable clothing so that your body is not inhibited by that and I can read you, not your clothing.
My Other Life
When not at Trikinetic, I might be found walking in the woods with my lovely dog, in the garden, at a yoga class, skiing, swimming, biking, paddle boarding or kayaking. My favourite vehicle is my very old, but beautiful, pink Kona bike.
Yoga
In the Fall of 2023 I became a Certified Yoga Teacher (RYT200) and am pleased to offer 1 to 1 yoga sessions, separately from your Massage Therapy session. If you wish to develop a yoga practice, or strengthen your current personal practice, a private session will support you in that direction. These are catered specifically for each individual’s needs. Acknowledging we all have different bodies, goals, challenges, and life journeys, I will support you in your practice. During a 1:1 we can focus on yoga asanas (poses), alignment, breath & meditation. I can provide a mat and props if you do not already have them.
Workshops
I am also excited to now be offering Partner Massage Workshops, with other Trikinetic RMTs. These sessions are for people who would love to learn some skills to help their friends, family and loved ones relieve stress & body pain, with their own hands, at home. Please contact us if you’re interested.
Other Things
After an amazing & long career, I am only taking new clients by referral through other clients or Practitioners.
I work:
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 9 - 5
