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 readingYou’re Not Alone With Your Lumps & Bumps: MLD Can Help
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Keep readingWait, Why Does Massage Increase Inflammation?
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Keep readingBoost Your Recovery with MLD Before and After Surgery
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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What types of MLD massage do you offer?
My primary method is Dr. Vodder's MLD — a gentle, oil-free technique using skin-stretching and rhythmic pumping to stimulate the lymphatic vessels. I occasionally use the Joana Medrado Method, using lotion for more flowing strokes with lymph node pumping.
I also offer maderotherapy, which is not lymphatic massage itself, but a complementary practice. Wooden tools soften congested tissue (cellulite, fascia, fibrosis, water retention) into a gel-like state to aid lymphatic drainage.
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How do I get to the clinic?
Brix Wellness is in the Royal Oak Shopping Plaza at #4480 West Saanich Road. Coming from the south, you'll pass Subway and Medical Labs—that's our building. Enter on the north side, across from Floyd's Diner (separate pink building), through the clear glass door labelled "Oakview Building" next to Travel Direct. Head up to the second floor and you'll find us in unit 207.
The Tall Tree James Bay location is a ground floor unit at #555 Superior Street. We're next to Good Earth Coffee, just across from the legislator building.
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What forms of payment do you accept? Do you offer direct billing?
I accept cash, credit, and debit cards.
I also offer direct billing with most major health insurance plans, including Telus Health, Pacific Blue Cross, Medavie, Sun Life, Green Shield, and Empire Life (among others).
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Can I have a massage while I’m undergoing radiation or chemotherapy?
Yes, both lymphatic drainage and traditional massage can be beneficial during cancer treatment. MLD is gentle and soothing, but also helps optimize lymphatic function. Other massage approaches can ease muscle tension and manage stress.
If you’re concerned, consult your oncologist before massage therapy during cancer treatment to ensure it fits your care plan. I avoid massaging tumor sites and radiated areas, as these become sensitive and fragile. Mepitel Film can help protect irritated skin from clothing friction.
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Can a massage increase inflammation in the body?
After a massage, you might notice a temporary increase in inflammation in your body. Don't worry, it's part of the healing process! To learn more on this topic, please see my article "Wait, Why Does Massage Increase Inflammation?".
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Can a massage hurt?
Yes. Everyone has different pain tolerance, skin sensitivity, and health conditions that affect how massage feels. Some discomfort is normal when working on muscle tension, inflammation, sensitive areas, or when a nerve or other tissue is causing pain. You may feel slightly achy for a day or two afterward as your body releases tension.
Lymphatic drainage is gentle and typically causes no discomfort.
Good therapeutic discomfort feels like “hurts so good,” while sharp pain may mean the pressure is too intense. But with trigger point release, this is also a normal response. Just let me know - I'll adjust my pressure or technique.