Hello! I’m Catherine, an experiÂenced RMT based in Victoria, BC.
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 out of two different locations:
Brix Wellness Victoria (Mon & Fri)
4480 W Saanich Rd, Unit #207, Victoria BC
Call 250-704-1178 or book online
Tall Tree Health, James Bay (Sat)
555 Superior St, Victoria, BC
Call 250-995-0067 or book online
Book a mobile massage
Not able to get to a clinic? My mobile massage service is just the ticket!
I am based in Victoria, BC, and provide my mobile massage services to people in downtown Victoria, including the communities of James Bay, Esquimalt, and Oak Bay.
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 Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC)
- I am comfortable working with many populations and conditions
- I aim to provide a supportive, effective and healing experience
Ways I can help
- I use my training and experience to create a treatment plan that's right for you.
- I offer relaxation and therapeutic massage and have additional training in manual lymph drainage and face focused massage
- I enjoy helping people recover from injuries, including car accidents, sport, and other types of trauma.
- I support clients through their post-surgical journey following orthopedic and cosmetic procedures
As an RMT, it is important to me to provide beneficial treatments that help people feel their best.
Treatment Options
As you explore these treatment options, remember that we can combine different approaches to find what works best for you.
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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 readingThe Immune System’s Unsung Hero: MLD and the Lymphatic System
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Keep readingThe Impact of Massage on Your Body’s Internal Positioning System
At the heart of my practice are three principles: healing, inclusivity, and non-judgment. I aim to create a safe, welcoming space for everyone.
Questions & Answers
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Is there parking space provided for clients?
Neither clinic I work from has parking reserved for clients. However:
- At Brix Wellness you can park anywhere in the Royal Oak Shopping plaza.
- At Tall Tree there is free parking on Menzies Street and at the James Square Shopping Plaza, plus paid underground parking next to the library.
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Do you offer direct billing to health insurance for mobile massage?
Yes, as long as you provide this information before your massage.
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How often should I get a face massage treatment?
As often as you want! Weekly or monthly face massage treatment sessions are both beneficial. Regular treatments help reduce stress, tension, increase circulation and minimize swelling.
If weekly visits aren't feasible, every 2-3 weeks is good for wellbeing and many other benefits - treating your face, neck and scalp to a massage is the ultimate self-care.
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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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How much clothing do I need to remove for my massage?
You have control over your comfort level during your massage. You may undress to whatever degree feels best for you - some clients prefer to keep underwear on, while others choose to undress completely. A sheet will always be provided to ensure your privacy and warmth throughout the session.
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Do you offer incisional wound drainage?
No, I don't provide incisional wound drainage services. As a Registered Massage Therapist in Canada, I'm not licensed to open incisions or manually drain fluids from the body - that falls outside my scope of practice.