Let me tell you a bit about me and what I think of Massage Therapy. 

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I am a former Red Seal-certified Chef. I once worked crazy long hours and existed in a constant state of anxiety and stress. That anxiety and stress kept me organized, speedy, and fearful of making any sort of mistake – all good for working in professional kitchens. Sure, a certain amount of stress is a good thing. Heaps and heaps of it, not so much. I remember my GP of 10 years telling me, "you know this lifestyle isn't sustainable for you, right?" She was probably referring to the looooong hours, late nights, and self-inflicted pressure to be tough, to be creative, and to be innovative. She was right. If I valued my health and happiness (and the possibility of weekends off), I needed to leave that industry.

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Because I suspected she might be on to something, I made the big career switch, moving from restaurants to massage school for several reasons: I wanted to nurture health in myself but also in others; I was good with my hands and enjoyed working with them; and my knowledge of butchery had given me a strong grasp of anatomy (morbid but true). Massage therapist seemed a great option for my next career.

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It was! I had a love/hate relationship with massage school. It was really challenging. Back when I graduated,  an RMT completed 3000 hours of classroom instruction (theory and hands-on practical) in subjects such as Anatomy, Myology (the study of muscles), Arthrology (the study of joints), Neuro-Anatomy (my favourite class), Pain and Stress, Professional development, heaps of Osteology... We had to trace the route of every major nerve, artery, and vein; and recite the names of every bone and every muscle in the human body! I had many beloved flashcards (and a very helpful husband). 

 

I have been practicing massage for 10 years now, and I love it. I enjoy building my professional relationships with clients, and working with them to realize their health care goals; to support them and curate a treatment plan that is unique and thoughtful of their specific needs. I truly believe that healing can begin when we work together. For me that means that once we build up our mutual trust and rapport, my clients will feel comfortable to share with me the important health information that I can then use to piece together the perfect treatment to guide them to wellness. I want to nurture a safe space where my clients feel comfortable to relax and reflect on the changes occurring during their treatment. My work is to highlight the areas and systems that are in need of change, and to start the conversation with your body of how to heal them. Your job is to show up and listen.

 

I have a lovely little massage therapy practice and I would like to include you in it. If you want to feel better in your body, I invite you to book with me here.