Hello! I’m Catherine, an experiÂenced RMT based at Golden Collective.
Interested in booking a massage with me? Looking for info on treatments? You’re in the right place!
How I Can Help Catherine at a Glance
Book in-clinic treatment
I am based at Golden Collective, located at 912 11th Avenue South in Golden, BC. You may book your treatment online, or phone the clinic at 1-250-999-9340.
Bring my massage table to you!
Not able to get to a clinic? My mobile massage service is just the ticket! I am based in Golden, BC, and offer my mobile massage services to the surrounding area.
About myself
- I’m a licensed RMT with 15+ years of experience working in dynamic environments
- I am quiet, mature, respectful, and in good standing with the CMTBC
- I am comfortable working with many populations and conditions
- I aim to provide a comfortable, supportive, and healing experience
Ways I can help
- My education and treatment styles ensure I can employ what’s best for your needs
- I offer relaxation and therapeutic massage and have additional training in manual lymph drainage and sculptural face lifting technique
- I am experienced with post-MVA and sport injury care
- I enjoy post-op care for orthopedic and cosmetic surgeries
As an RMT, it is important to me to provide beneficial treatments that help people feel their best.
Treatment Options
While browsing your treatment options, keep in mind that I typically blend manual lymph drainage (MLD) techniques with traditional massage to provide a unique, relaxing, and therapeutic experience.
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All Treatments
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Manual Lymph Drainage
A gentle massage technique stretches the skin in a rhythmic sequence to increase lymphatic flow.
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Face Massage Therapy
A relaxing yet stimulating treatment of the face, neck and décolletage aiming to decrease face tension, increase blood flow, lymphatic drainage and improve overall tissue health. Face massage therapy helps create awareness of how emotions contribute to stress and changes in our appearance. The intra-oral component benefits relaxation, tense mimic muscles, and jaw tension contributing to headaches.
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Therapeutic Massage
A therapeutic massage assists function and movement and alleviates pain using hands-on techniques, assessment and homecare to achieve specific health goals. Modalities include Swedish massage, stretching, deeper therapeutic techniques, assisting instruments and more to manipulate muscles, connective tissues, tendons and ligaments.
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Relaxation Massage
A relaxation massage has similar therapeutic goals to a traditional massage but also focuses on helping you reach a state where you can breathe deeply, reconnect with your body, and unwind from stressful thoughts. This technique involves longer and slower massage strokes, sometimes including touch to the hands, feet, scalp and face.
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Post-Op Massage
A combination of lymphatic drainage, taping, and light or deep massage techniques aim to break up dense swelling and fibrosis, decrease swelling and increase lymphatic drainage during all stages of healing after postoperative liposuction and fat transfer.
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Mobile Massage
A massage that takes place in your home or another location of choice. Services offered include lymphatic, therapeutic, relaxation, or post-op massage for one or more people in a household or group.
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Elevate Your Knowledge
Dive into this curated and ever-growing collection of articles on massage therapy, MLD, and other topics related to self-care and maximizing your well-being.
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Keep readingWait, Why Does Massage Increase Inflammation?
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Keep readingMaximizing Your Cosmetic Surgery Results with Post-Op Massage
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Keep readingYou’re Not Alone With Your Lumps & Bumps: MLD Can Help
Many of my clients see me for support during cancer treatment, or for post-op massage after cosmetic and medical surgeries. I work with people of all genders, orientations, and professions.
Questions & Answers
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Are there any side effects or risks associated with manual lymph drainage?
Manual lymphatic drainage is generally safe and has few side effects. However, there are some instances where receiving MLD may not be recommended. Please review the contraindications listed here to determine if MLD is suitable for you. If you have any concerns or questions, feel free to get in touch with me.
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Is the center wheelchair accessible?
The front door can accommodate most small wheelchairs and scooters. After passing through a couple of doors and one corner, you can park your ambulatory aid outside the treatment room due to limited space inside. Feel free to drop by and see if our centre meets your needs.
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How often should I have a manual lymph drainage massage?
The frequency of MLD massages varies depending on your specific condition, the severity of your symptoms, and the purpose of your treatment – whether it's for therapeutic benefit or overall wellness. For a more detailed answer to this question, please refer to my article "How Often Should I Get a Lymphatic Massage?"
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Can I book a mobile massage for myself and my partner?
Absolutely, you're welcome to book a mobile massage for up to 2 people. However, I kindly request a photo ID from each individual booking a session. This is to ensure the safety and security of everyone involved.
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Do you sell gift cards?
Looking to gift someone the bliss of relaxation and wellness? While I don't offer gift cards on my website, you can find them available online via the Golden Collective online booking portal (look for the "Buy Gift Card" link in the sidebar). With just a few clicks, you can purchase one, and an e-copy will be sent to your chosen recipient. Prefer a tangible gift card? Feel free to drop by our clinic, where you can pick one up in person.
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Do you offer incisional wound drainage?
No, I don't offer incisional wound drainage. As a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in Canada, I’m not permitted to open incisions to manually drain fluid from the body.