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 readingThe Impact of Massage on Your Body’s Internal Positioning System
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Keep readingWait, Why Does Massage Increase Inflammation?
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 therapeutic massage the same as a “deep tissue” massage?
No, they're not the same thing. Think of therapeutic massage as an umbrella term; deep tissue massage is just one technique under that umbrella. Deep tissue targets deeper muscle and fascial layers, using firm pressure and concentrated techniques where needed. Let’s face it, some people simply prefer a deeper approach, have chronic pain, injury, postural issues or other reasons.
The key difference is intensity: therapeutic massage can range from light and relaxing to firm and targeted, while deep tissue massage prioritizes firm, precise pressure and friction strokes to affect change in deeper muscle and connective tissue layers. Ultimately, it’s a different approach to accomplishing the same goal - helping you feel better.
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Do you bandage or measure for compression garments?
I don't provide lymphedema bandaging or compression garment fittings myself, but this service is available through medical pharmacies and garment fitters around the city. If you're looking for light support, off-the-shelf compression garments may be a good option.
Good brands include: Sigvaris, Juzo, Medi, and Jobst.
Note that for custom garments, a doctor's note is required.
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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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Can I book a mobile massage for myself and my partner?
Yes, I offer services for up to 2 people per appointment.
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How should I prepare for a massage?
Some pre-appointment suggestions:
- Eat a light snack and stay hydrated
- Avoid painkillers within 3 hours to preserve your body's natural pain response
- Arrive 5 minutes early with good hygiene and no strong scents
- Remove excessive jewellery (often forgotten after sessions)
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I’ve had injectables in my face; when can I have a face massage?
I suggest waiting 14 days after Botox and 28 days after dermal filler before booking a face massage therapy with intra-oral component. Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is safe any time after injectables.