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Hello! I’m Catherine, an experi­enced RMT based at Golden Collective.

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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.

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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

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As an RMT, it is important to me to provide beneficial treatments that help people feel their best.

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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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  • 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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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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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.

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Questions & Answers


  • How much clothing do I need to remove for my massage?

    You have the flexibility to choose how much clothing you prefer to keep on during your massage session. A top sheet will be provided to ensure your comfort and privacy throughout the session. While I recommend leaving your underwear on for both comfort and security, the decision is entirely yours to make.

  • Am I expected to talk during the massage?

    It's entirely your choice whether you'd like to bask in silence or engage in conversation to further your relaxation. If you're feeling anxious, stressed, or down, please know that creating a safe and non-judgmental space for you is important to me. Rest assured, I'll adapt to your preferences to ensure you feel comfortable and at ease. Additionally, before each massage, we'll discuss your goals and preferences to ensure a personalized experience that caters to your specific needs.

  • What should I do after my massage?

    Prioritize self-care by staying hydrated, eating nutritious meals, engaging in gentle physical activity like walking, or indulging in an Epsom salt bath for relaxation. Most importantly, try to remain calm and self-aware. If you're recovering from surgery, ensure you continue wearing your compression garments, follow your surgeon's recommendations, and maintain consistent self-care practices. Just listen to your body and give it the care it needs.

  • Can I have a face massage if I have facial hair?

    I recommend arriving with a clean-shaven face or a shortly-trimmed beard for your sculptural face lifting massage. Excessive facial hair can hinder the effectiveness of the massage, particularly in accessing the lower half of your face and performing the intraoral portion of the treatment, which are essential components of the session.

  • How long does post-op swelling last?

    Understanding the duration of post-operative swelling is crucial for your recovery journey. Your unique experience can vary depending on factors such as the type of surgery you underwent, any complications, your age, overall health, time off from work, and how well you adhere to the surgeon's homecare instructions, including the use of compression garments.

    Typically, clients experience swelling for about 2 to 8 weeks after surgery. However, for procedures like liposuction, swelling may persist for a few months to a year as your body undergoes complete healing.

  • What types of MLD massage do you offer?

    I studied the Joana Medrado Method, but primarily use Vodder's manual lymphatic drainage technique.

    Vodder's MLD is typically oil-free, although exceptions may be made for individuals with very dry or fragile skin. It involves gentle, skin-stretching techniques using stationary circles and scooping and pumping motions with the hands to stimulate the superficial lymphatic vessels beneath the skin, directing them towards the lymph nodes. This light and flowing movement is most effective when applied from proximal to distal, starting from the neck and moving downwards. Developed by Dr. Emil Vodder, a Danish naturopath, and his wife, Estrid, in the 1930s, it was originally intended to assist individuals with chronic sinusitis.

    The Joana Medrado Method utilizes lotion to enhance lymphatic drainage and circulation in the legs, arms, and abdomen. It involves slow upward strokes with the hands, stretching the skin and concluding with lymph node pumping at the end of each movement. This method was developed by Joana Medrado, a popular Brazilian physiotherapist, who created her unique approach to lymphatic drainage and post-op care.

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