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
Right Fit Clinic (Sun & Thu)
2840 Peatt Rd, Unit #323, Langford BC
Call 778-654-0241 or book online
Mobile massage coming soon!
Not able to get to a clinic? My mobile massage service is just the ticket! I am based in Victoria, BC, and will be offering my mobile massage services to the surrounding area soon.
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 readingConnective Tissue Health: A Closer Look at the Face
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Keep readingWhy I Became an RMT
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 are proprioceptors and why are they important?
Proprioceptors are sensors in your muscles, tendons, and joints that act like your body's internal GPS. They constantly tell your brain where your body is positioned and how it's moving.
Key types:
- Muscle spindles - detect stretch
- Golgi tendon organs - monitor tension
- Joint receptors - track movement
These work together to help you move smoothly, maintain balance, and prevent injury by sensing when muscles are overstretched or using too much force.
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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.
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What is your mobile massage cancellation policy?
I require at least 48 hours' notice when you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment. Cancellations made with less than 48 hours' notice will incur a fee.
This policy helps me maintain an efficient schedule and ensures I can offer those time slots to other clients who may be waiting. I completely understand that life happens and unexpected situations arise, so please feel free to reach outif you're facing unusual circumstances. I'm always willing to work with clients when possible.
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Do you use scents or aromatherapy oils?
I use unscented fractionated coconut oil and shea butter lotion during massage sessions. Occasionally, I may use scented products, but I'll always ask about any sensitivities beforehand to ensure you're okay with it.
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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.
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How long is a face-focused massage treatment?
The treatment is 60 minutes, and includes the face, neck, and scalp, with lymphatic and intra-oral components. If you prefer to skip the intra-oral massage, that's perfectly fine.
This is meant to be a restful, self-indulging treatment so that you can bliss out - we don't want to rush this experience! If you'd like to include additional areas like your back or shoulders, this treatment is adaptable or you can always book a longer session.