Amin is available at Broadway Wellness on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Friday, Saturdays (8:00am-2:00pm).

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Marie Arcand, RMT

At the heart of Marie’s massage therapy practice is reverence for the body’s ability to rejuvenate and heal. As a therapist practicing since 1999, she’s gained extensive experience treating a wide variety of conditions. Her latest training is in supporting people going through breast cancer, elective breast surgery or gender affirming top surgery using light-touch treatments that are highly effective.

Creating a supportive space and tailoring each treatment session to encourage these processes are central to her practice. Through listening, assessing and evaluating your particular presentation, Marie is able to create a personalized treatment plan to support your body’s healing process.

To learn more about Marie’s education and styles of treatment, please read more below.

Style of Treatment:

Marie continuously evaluates how your body is responding to treatment through palpation, passive range of motion, landmarking and muscle length testing. She also uses techniques that encourage the reduction of physical and emotional stress, such as deep breathing and visualization.

The treatment continues to support you at home by thoughtful home-care exercises and support if desired, which are offered towards the end of your massage session. Some home-care she may suggest includes postural education, stretch & strengthen, relaxation exercises, hydrotherapy.

Marie’s education, experience and commitment constitute the base of her work to which she adds her friendly demeanour and compassionate care. She approaches every treatment with sensitivity and a genuine passion for helping your body to heal.

Preferred Areas of Practice:

WOMEN’S HEALTH:

Breast and Chest Massage:

• 200 hr Mentorship and Training Academy for Breast, Chest and Oncology Massage (completed summer 2024)

• Mastectomy Guide Alumni Circle (continuing education; summer 2024 to present)

How she can help you:

Pre surgical care to get ready to surgery, and post surgical care for optimal recovery from the following surgeries: lumpectomy, mastectomy, augmentation, reduction, lift, explant, expanders, DIEP flap, TRAM flap, Lats flap, multiple surgeries, post-op complications such as chording, breast capsular contracture, post-mastectomy pain syndrome and more.

She is able to treat your scars on breast, abdomen, thighs, gluteals, back and axilla in a manner which is safe, comfortable and brings great relief to itchiness, tightness and pain.

Pregnancy:

Marie can offer a high level of care towards pregnancy and postpartum wellness as she has taken continuing education courses for pregnancy massage, as well as having been trained and worked as a doula.

GENERAL PRACTICE:

Marie welcomes all people into her practice to support issues relating to TMJ, headaches, neck and back pain, stress reduction.

She offers chest treatments for men and transgender people as well. Some reasons men might reach out for chest treatments are post-workout soreness, tension from physical jobs or sitting at a computer, cancer.

Reasons transgender people might reach out for chest treatments are preparing for and recovering from chest reduction/construction surgery (top surgery), including post-op complications.

EDUCATION:

• 1999 : Graduation at Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy (3000 hrs)

• 1999-present : Current registration with the College of Complementary Health of BC

• Active member with RMTBC, the registered massage therapy association of BC

• Continuing Education : MET (muscle energy technique) for low back I/II, ribs, neck, upper T- spine / Massage therapy and the childbearing years / TMJ (temporo-mandibular joint) /
 Workshops on postural analysis, core stabilization exercise, Body-ball exercise, Yoga, Pilates • LaStone therapy (hot and cold stones hydrotherapy) / Fascial Integration Series, I to VIII (Natale Rao) • Mastectomy Guide mentorship. TECHNIQUES:

Massage therapy can incorporate a wide variety of active and passive techniques, such as:

• Myofascial release, Swedish massage, Muscle Energy technique, Neuromuscular technique (NMT by Paul St-John) including trigger point release, stretching, joint mobilizations, neuromuscular technique.

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Maya is available at Broadway Wellness on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Human anatomy, movement, and healing have always interested Maya. It started during her youth as an obsession with playing sports and on the sidelines where she could be found taping sprained ankles and bandaging the blisters of her team mates. Over time, Maya’s education came to reflect these interests: a degree in Human Kinetics, Exercise Physiology from the University of British Columbia in 1996 and a Diploma of Massage Therapy from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 1997.

As a Registered Massage Therapist, Maya was guided by some wonderful mentors into her current practice of Craniosacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation. She was intrigued by the effectiveness of these techniques on her own injuries and health and felt compelled to learn more about them. Each course Maya completed made her eager for the next and she has become a lifelong explorer of Craniosacral Therapy, Visceral Manipulation and more recently Neuromeningeal Therapy and Brain Nuclei Release.

Maya has developed a way of working with the body that uses specific assessment methods in order to locate, prioritize and unravel key bound structures and then to apply supportive techniques to integrate the changes with the rest of the body. The techniques focus on the connective tissues that surround or are invested in the brain, spinal cord, nerves, organs, blood vessels, bones and muscles. There is more freedom of movement, improved circulation, less irritability and generally more ease. This allows the function of the body systems to improve and the body can begin to heal itself.

The range of patients Maya often works with reflect the experiences in her personal life… newborns & children, brain & spine trauma, and people who want to feel better able to perform in sports, work, or the day to day adventures of life.

Maya’s practice has evolved over the past 22 years, influenced by her professional experience as a former clinic instructor at WCCMT, student mentor, and former clinic owner of Yaletown Massage Therapy. However, she always returns to her most profound teachers, her patients, who inspire the curiosity and compassion essential to this work.

Maya believes every body has a story to tell and she looks forward to hearing yours.

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Sophie graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy.

As an RMT, Sophie’s main objective is to create an inclusive and safe environment for all. Sophie offers a customized treatment where different modalities can be used, such as Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, myofascial release, trigger point release, passive stretching, and manual lymphatic drainage. If you’re interested in experiencing the benefits of these treatments, don’t hesitate to book a session with Sophie.

Sophie is also a fully trained Vodder Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) therapist.

In her spare time, Sophie enjoys a diverse range of activities, from being close to the water to doing CrossFit, cycling, and dancing salsa to spending time with her dog, “Crouton,” and studying for her master’s in psychology.

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Monica not taking new patients at this time, unless they have been directly referred and in contact with her. Please email the clinic to contact Monica, and add yourself to the waiting list in Jane if you would like an appointment. Thanks for your understanding.

Monica is available at Broadway Wellness Mondays 2-8, Tuesdays 9-7, Wednesdays 8-2.

Monica Cleland is the owner and operator of Broadway Wellness, which she founded in 2004. Monica graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2002, where she later participated in teaching fascial, cranial, and visceral-based portions of the WCCMT curriculum. After graduation, Monica continued on to take a wide spectrum of post-graduate courses focused on cranialsacral therapy, myofascial release, and visceral manipulation (working specifically with organ misalignment and adhesions). Monica uses a set of assessment techniques to decipher what areas of physical restriction and adhesion (several structures facially bound together – creating density, lack of circulation, lack of mobility, pain, and discomfort in the body), are presenting with greatest priority. She then treats each client uniquely according to how their body responds most comfortably toward restoring long-lasting balance in a safe, efficient, manner. Before Monica started her career, she went through a long personal process of resolving her own very serious chronic pain syndrome over a period of several years. This experience has taught Monica more about the human body than any course or text book. It has shaped her life immensely, and comes through in the way she works with her clients. Monica understands how pain can impact, shape, and distort a person’s life and experience of their reality. She works to share information, and to help people move through their own chronic or acute pain and mal-alignement.

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Hi, Karen here.  My journey as an RMT, Registered Massage Therapist in Vancouver, spans over two decades: I originally graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in December, 1996.  But prior to sitting my board exams, I suffered some personal tragedies that left me completely blind.  As a result, I had to learn to live again.  Bodywork helped me do this.  After coming to terms with my blindness and doing some upgrading, I successfully passed the formal RMT board exams in 2016.

I love what I do. One of the things I love most about massage therapy is helping my patients achieve their health goals by bringing them back to normal function.

Having worked as a bodyworker for more than 20 years, I have developed a broad tool kit in physical medicine.  The various modalities I use work together to help me restore normal function for my patients.

I incorporate the following modalities into my practice: Cranial Sacral Therapy, Swedish massage, Neuro-meningeal manipulation, Somato-emotional release, Fascial release therapy and Trigger point therapy.

KarenDocksteader RMT

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My Mission: To help you uncover the true cause of your disease or distress, be it physical, mental or spiritual. To provide a space of acceptance and compassion for your story and your health journey To provide reflection, observation and insight into underlying factors that could be contributing to your loss of wellness or the onset of disease. To empower you with a systematic plan of action for restoring integrity, balance and health on all levels that you choose to work on.

My Story: Dr. Juliet M Ghodsian has been in private practice as a Naturopathic physician and bodyworker for more than 14 years. She brings to her practice an alchemy of years of experience working with plant based medicines, hands on body and energy medicine techniques, intuitive listening and her own personal experience of healing herself from an Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Dr. Ghodsian works with her patients on all layers of health that they seek to address. She believes in empowering her patients to reclaim their health through a process of uncovering underlying causes, addressing deficiencies or blockages and restoring normal function to the body. She has particular experience with the following:

Digestive problems: IBS, Chronic or cycling constipation/diarrhea, GERD, SIBO, SIFO, Functional motility disorders

Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative colitis, Ulcerative proctitis, Diverticulitis

Autoimmune disease: RA, Lupus, Scleroderma, Celiac disease, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis

Women’s health: emphasis on pre/post natal care, hormonal balance, fertility, PMS, irregular menses, hormonal acne, PCOS, endometriosis

Mood disorders: anxiety, depression, BPD, panic attacks, insomnia Chronic stress/Fatigue/Adrenal dysregulation

Children’s health concerns of all kinds both acute and chronic

Dr. Ghodsian is currently accepting new patients and works Wednesdays.

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Ian Glass started training in Energetic Osteopathic Treatment, and then later went to become a Registered Massage Therapist becoming certified in 2013. Rolfing and structural integration/ direct techniques as well as various nervous system techniques are the most used in Ian’s toolbox, with a few other modalities in between. Ian has primarily trained through the Upledger and Barral Institute for Cranial Sacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation/ organ specific fascial mobilization. In his time off Ian enjoys cold Wim Hof swimming and meditation.

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Harlene grew up in Burnaby/New Westminster and has played hockey and ringette her whole life. Her passion for helping the community and being active has led her to pursue a career as a Registered Massage Therapist. Harlene graduated from the 3200-hour RMT program at Langara College. She strongly believes that massage therapy can prove to be an excellent tool to help patients improve their quality of life.

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Chelsea Harding is a Manual Osteopathic Therapist with a passion for enhancing the well-being of her clients. With a diploma in Massage Therapy (2019) and a diploma of Manual Osteopathic Practice (2024), Chelsea brings a depth of anatomical knowledge and dedication to her work. Chelsea graduated from the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada, and is a member of the Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapist Association.

Originally hailing from remote Northern Alberta, Chelsea has honed her skills over several years of hands-on experience, first as an RMT in Edmonton, and now as an Manual Osteopathic Therapist. Her journey led her to the vibrant city of Vancouver, British Columbia, where she continues to strive to make a positive impact on the lives of those seeking relief and rejuvenation.

Chelsea works with diverse clientele, including those with chronic pain, migraines, sports injuries, and eating disorders. Chelsea’s approach to therapy is rooted in a holistic understanding of the body’s intricate relationships and great healing potential, aiming to address not only symptoms but underlying causes.

A typical treatment with Chelsea will involve special testing and assessment of movements and tissues, followed by the application of: craniosacral techniques, visceral motility techniques, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, osteoarticulations (joint manipulation/realignment), deep tissue manual therapy, and repeated re-assessment. Techniques are used to support the area of complaint, but may incorporate other areas as indicated in testing/assessments.

Known for her empathetic nature and compassionate, quirky demeanor, Chelsea creates a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment where clients can embark on their healing journey with confidence. Whether it’s alleviating tension, restoring mobility, or just listening, Chelsea is dedicated to helping her clients reach and exceed their wellness goals.

Outside of her practice, Chelsea enjoys baking delicious treats, exploring the natural beauty of British Columbia, staying active with her husband and pets, and continuing her quest for knowledge in the fields of anatomy and manual therapy.

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Mai Holmes started practicing in 2012 after graduating from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. Since then, she has continued to grow her practice with a special interest in fascial work supporting the optimal movement of the body. Her post-graduation courses have led her to the Biodynamic Fascial Integration program taught by well-educated and highly respected mentors. Working with the many layers of the body has provided Mai with a deeper understanding of how it responds to treatment. She uses various non-traditional modalities allowing the body to find self-expression and healing. “I am passionate about the healing power of the human body and the results that can be achieved with a natural form of medicine such as manual therapy. It’s a privilege to share that.”

Mai considers her practice in therapy as a continuous learning and developing process much like her physical and spiritual odyssey.

Mai Holmes now offers PEMF treatments, with the Swiss Bionic Solutions Schweiz GmbH iMRS Prime Hybrid (with infrared), as a certified technician. PEMF – Pulsed Electro Magnetic Fields therapy is a non-invasive treatment that produces an electromagnetic frequency to cause cellular action in the body. It can greatly improve the benefits of other modalities, as often, health conditions have multiple components. Acute, chronic pain, and overall health can be treated as full body or with specific intention depending on the applications. Therapeutic PEMFs are studied across the world through scientific research. The iMRS Prime is a licensed medical device from Health Canada.

This holistic approach enhances the self-healing powers of the body while supporting the biorhythm of the organ clock. Blending these rhythms with natural earth frequencies stimulates the immune, metabolic, neurological, endocrine, circulatory, and musculoskeletal systems. Scientific studies show an increase in healing, energy, vitality, improved sleep, decreased stress response, reduced pain, and overall well-being. Use PEMF therapy to promote healing through cellular restoration while enjoying this gentle, universal approach to treatment. PEMF is a separate service that is not billable or conducted by a Registered Massage Therapist.

Advanced Certifications: - Biodynamic Fascial Integration: fascial mobilization, visceral manipulation, and craniosacral therapy - Craniosacral levels 1, 2 - Somatic Emotional Release level 1 - Calibrate Clinical Pilates Instructor - Swiss Bionic Solutions Schweiz GmbH Certified PEMF Technician (non-RMT service)

Mai is available on Tues (9 - 6 pm), Wed (9 - 6 pm)

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Health is not the absence of illness, it is continually striving for optimal well being. Jennifer is passionate about people feeling their best and she believes movement is a big part of that. She loves running, swimming, hiking, cycling, and yoga, which drive her desire for learning how to maintain our bodies.

Since graduating from West Coast College of Massage Therapy 3000 hr program (in April 2012), Jennifer has completed: Visceral Manipulation 1-4 and Listening 1-2 with the Barral Institute Craniosacral 1, 2, and SER 1 with Upledger.

Jennifer is fascinated by the body’s innate knowledge to heal itself and facilitates this process using techniques from Craniosacal Therapy and Visceral Manipulation, then finishes with and Myofascial Release to reduce any remaining general tension. This helps find the root of the issue before alleviating the symptoms. You can expect long slow adjustments that follow the body’s pace of release, combining techniques for symptom relief and bringing the body back into alignment.

This approach is helpful for chronic issues, headaches, pregnancy, postpartum, asthma, concussions, trauma, digestive, urogenital, circulatory, nerve pain, conditions of the nervous system, syringomyelia, anxiety, post-surgical, motor vehicle accidents, and more.

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Meet So-Jung Kim, RMT! She is a passionate and dedicated Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) with a Diploma in Registered Massage Therapy from Langara College. She also holds a Masters in Science from the University of Pennsylvania. As a lifelong athlete, So-Jung has participated in various sports including taekwondo, soccer, and ultimate frisbee. She has overcome several injuries, which sparked her passion for injury prevention and rehabilitation. So-Jung works with a diverse client base, from desk jockeys to mountain bikers, and uses a personalized approach to treatment. This approach is based on manual therapy and coupled with corrective exercises. In her holistic treatment approach, she incorporates acupressure, specifically targeting general musculoskeletal pain, headaches, stress, and anxiety. She also employs techniques such as myofascial release, joint mobilizations, deep tissue massage, fascial stretch, and muscle energy techniques. Additionally, through client education, she aids her clients in achieving and maintaining their optimal condition and lifestyle. With a keen interest in Eastern medicine, So-Jung is studying for a diploma in acupuncture. Outside of her professional life, she spends her time in the North Shore mountains biking and cross-country skiing with her spouse.

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Brian’s compassionate heart and dedication to easing suffering create a safe and nurturing environment for patients seeking physical, emotional, and spiritual balance. Each treatment is personalized, ensuring that patients receive tailored care that suits their unique needs and preferences. For those who have an aversion to needles, Brian offers the option of laser therapy, an effective needle-free alternative.

Brian is available at Broadway Wellness on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 2:15 - 8:15 pm. See Brian’s Website

Brian is a Registered Acupuncturist who has practiced in Vancouver since 2002. He has studied Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), German Auricular Medicine and Laser Acupuncture Therapy, while he is also a National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) trainer. His combination of TCM, auricular and laser acupuncture approaches allow for the treatment of a wide range of issues including chronic and acute pain, and concerns related to mental health, addictions and PTSD. Besides training in Canada and USA, he has also travelled and studied extensively in China and speaks Mandarin.

Common applications of acupuncture or laser acupuncture in Brian’s practice include but are not limited to: - Acute or chronic pain (head, neck, back, sciatic, shoulder, abdominal, etc.) - Mental health issues (anxiety, depression, PTSD, etc.) - Lifestyle issues (insomnia, stress, etc.) - Addiction problems - Arthritic conditions (osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis) - Digestive concerns - Post surgical / injury scar tissue issues

Brian also offers Acupressure/Cupping/Laser Therapy Sessions:

These sessions are personalized and unique based on the needs of each client. Possible therapies include acupressure (applied pressure on specific body points), cupping (silicone or glass cups are applied to the skin creating suction as a way of stimulating the flow of energy), and laser therapy (low-level/cold laser devices applying light to specific body points).

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Kate is almost done her program with Langara’s Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) program. Her activity and sport background such as swimming, tennis, hiking, tennis, dance, and weight lifting brought her in to her educational background in Kinesiology, and other work as aquatic fitness instructor working with individuals recovering and adapting to changes as a result of stroke and vision impairments.

Kate’s passion for the human body and its intricacies drives her ongoing commitment to learning. She eagerly anticipates becoming licensed to integrate advanced techniques and knowledge into her practice to aid in her patient’s needs.

Her approach to home care is creative and practical, making it simple to incorporate long-term micro habits into daily life—some might even say it’s fun!

For Kate, massage therapy is more than just addressing short-term goals—it’s about taking a holistic approach to sustainable pain management and rehabilitation for long term results.

“My mission is to inspire and empower my patients to cultivate a deeper connection with their bodies and the World around them. By drawing from my own journey of holistic healing and growth, I strive to provide personalized care that supports and nurtures a sense of balance. Together, we’ll utilize the treatment time to promote healing, enhance mobility, and support you in achieving your optimal well-being”.

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Rebecca Lash provides her clients a feeling of relief and calm that extends beyond the duration of their treatment. She offers a personalized approach that helps with stress management, sleep challenges, digestive issues, and more. As a Certified Bodywork practitioner, Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist, and Dien Chan Facial Reflexology practitioner, Rebecca combines her various accreditations to meet the individual needs of each client. She has a deep interest in synergizing whole-body healing. Compassionate and intuitive, Rebecca thrives on giving her clients a healing experience in a fully immersive space that fosters total relaxation. She specializes in bringing balance to the body through a holistic path to health. Rebecca is passionate about helping clients with chronic pain issues – the invisible illnesses that that can take both a physical and an emotional toll. Her various accreditations also mean Rebecca can work with clients who may only be comfortable with the exclusive practice of foot or facial reflexology and deliver effective treatment that promotes their overall healing and wellbeing. Book your visit with Rebecca to experience her versatile, practical approach to healing.

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Sara is originally from Taiwan, started working as a massage practitioner in 2009 and has pursued her passion for massage since relocating to Vancouver in 2013. With a diverse background in intercultural work experiences that have shaped her exceptional client care. Her unwavering priority is to customize her approach, seamlessly integrating her extensive knowledge of massage to cater to each individual’s needs.

Sara has received training in the following massage styles: Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD), Trigger Point Release, Myofascial Release, Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Prenatal / Pregnancy Massage, Postnatal Massage, and Breast Massage (post-surgery, pre/postnatal).

Manual Lymphatic Drainage Level 1 Practical - Vodder Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) course, and pursuing level 2 certification.

Female Pelvis - with Heather Gittens.

Fascial approach to Lumbar disc herniations & sciatica: treatment and management of back pain and lower extremity disorders – with Taylor Techniques.

Massage therapy during the childbearing year: Part 1 Pregnancy – with Paula Jaspar.

Massage therapy during the childbearing year: Part 6 – Breast Treatment. Introduction on Understanding the Benefits and Research of Introductory Breast Treatment – with Paula Jaspar.

Massage therapy during the childbearing year: Part 7 – Breast Treatment. Advanced understanding of the Benefits and Research of Breast Massage for the Post Surgical Patient. – with Paula Jaspar.

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Susan has a wide range of experience with different patients and conditions. From treating physical pain to complex auto-immune problems; as well as unusual complaints without apparent medical cause. These include neck and shoulder pain, digestive issues, women’s health and acne problems. She takes a holistic approach to healthcare, treating the whole person rather than just their symptoms. She believes that optimal health is achieved through a balance of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Tailored to your needs. Susan has combined therapeutic and relaxation approaches in all her acupuncture treatments.

www.susanleewellness.com

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“Welcome! I have twenty years of experience blending up to date scientific knowledge with natural, clinically proven forms of medicine.

My intention is to help you not only feel better, but also to empower you to gain an understanding of how your body functions – so you can wisely take care of it and make well-informed choices every day.

Ideally our work together will provide you with more than the right formula of medicines to take, as powerful as that is. I am also passionate about empowering you with the knowledge and tools to transform your health with the positive practical changes that enhance your life in an ongoing way, beyond our consults.

May main areas of focus are hormone health: fatigue, thyroid conditions, insomnia, menstrual irregularities, menopause, mood issues (anxiety and depression), fertility and pre-conception care; and digestive issues: SIBO, IBS, IBD, reflux and food sensitivities. I am a passionate whole foods chef and bring my extensive cooking experience and knowledge of food-as-medicine into my clinical practice through culinary nutrition counselling.

I am additionally certified in: Acupuncture Prescriptive Authority including Bio-Identical Hormones and (LDN) Low Dose Naltrexone”

Dr. Heidi Lescanec is available at Broadway Wellness on Mondays and Wednesdays (9am-7pm). Please click the link to read her full bio: https://www.broadwaymassageandtherapy.com/dr-heidi-lescanec

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Sylvie Lestideau, RMT, is a dedicated therapist interested in manual lymph drainage and temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD). In 2017, she graduated with honours from the 3000-hour program at the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT) with a passion for holistic health.

Sylvie’s approach to treatment is centred around her patients. She believes in understanding and respecting their preferences while also offering her extensive knowledge and experience. She values patient autonomy and is dedicated to making informed decisions that are tailored to each individual’s unique needs.

When not working, Sylvie likes to spend her free time house-making, exploring the lower mainland, and getting into nature.

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Yuan completed her 3000-hour massage therapy course at the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy. Through her training, she gained valuable experience treating various conditions, including postural imbalance, lower back pain, rotator cuff injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, tension headaches, repetitive strain injuries, pregnancy, etc.

She incorporates modalities such as Thai-style massage, Tui Na, hot and cool stone massage, Gaston technique, deep tissue techniques, Swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point release, muscle energy techniques and prenatal massage.

She dedicates to customizing each treatment to meet her patient’s needs and assisting in their journey of achieving overall well-being.

Yuan is attracted to the healing aspects of massage and being able to provide relief and overall improvement of health.

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Alex was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina. At a young age he met master Liu Ming with whom he learned acupressure Tui Na massage and trained in internal martial arts such as Chen Style Tai chi, Yiquan, Baguazhang and Qi Gong. He moved to Vancouver in September 2016 and completed his training as a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Registered Acupuncturist. Thanks to his many years of practice he incorporates mindfulness to offer patients deep presence and attention tailoring each treatment with a warm and integrative approach.

He offers a variety of treatment modalities ranging from Tui na (acupressure/deep tissue) massage, Acupuncture based on TCM diagnostic methods and treatment strategies, cupping (with or without needles), acupuncture and gua sha (scraping). Some of the conditions he enjoys treating the most are sport injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, chronic or acute pain, insomnia, digestive issues and emotional imbalances. He strives to make his patients feel more centered, peaceful and present after each treatment.

He is fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese and is currently learning Mandarin. You can read more about Alex HERE

TESTIMONIALS:

Carol Gandra: “Extraordinary human and professional. In all the massage sessions I felt relaxed and welcomed. The best massage in Vancouver!”

Nicolas Gonzalez Thomas “I sometimes struggle with chronic tension and find massages in general to be too superficial. Alex was able to work with the muscles and tensions in a deeper way than I have had in the past, it was a complete full-body reset. I highly recommend Alex’s massages!”

Ilana Wainberg: “Alex is very professional and also a nice person . I had back pains and after some sessions I could feel a relief without taking any medication, just with his massage. I highly recommend his services.”

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My path as a massage therapist began 26 years ago, when a traumatic accident left me in chronic pain. Massage and other treatments helped me travel the road from debilitating loss of function to managing my condition pain-free and inspired me to pursue a career as a massage therapist.

I have always been passionate about the body’s natural healing power, which I believe can be enhanced with massage. My approach to therapy involves a variety of therapeutic and relaxation-based modalities, including deep tissue and trigger point release, muscle energy technique, joint mobilization, myofascial release, and Swedish massage. Treatments are customized to address your individual needs, such as decreasing pain, improving alignment and mobility, promoting relaxation, and supporting your recovery and wellness.

I have experience treating a variety of acute, chronic and degenerative conditions including thoracic outlet syndrome, frozen shoulder, sciatica, pregnancy massage, repetitive stress injuries, strains, sprains, whiplash, sports-related injuries, chronic pain, headaches, and chronic stress.

In addition to my personal journey, my time interning at the Victoria Pain Clinic taught me some understanding of the complexities of pain and how it affects us on so many levels. In my spare time I love music, dancing, walking in the forest or near the ocean, and singing.

I would be pleased to help you on your journey to wellness

I am accepting new patients Tuesday and Wednesdays

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Kyla is visually impaired, so she has her guide dog, Lloyd, with her at all times in the treatment room. Most of her clients find his presence very soothing. This may not be ideal however, for those with allergies, or an aversion to dogs.

Kyla was born and raised on Vancouver Island. She decided at a young age that she wanted to be a massage therapist. She always knew that she would be involved in health care, helping people. Being visually impaired since birth, working with her hands seemed natural to her. Kyla graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy Victoria in late 2009. Since then she has practiced in a variety of settings on the Island and in Vancouver. This has allowed her to work with many people from all walks of life.

Kyla believes that the body has the ability to heal itself. She strives as a massage therapist to work with her clients’ bodies, employing a variety of techniques, including craniosacral therapy, myofascial release, as well as massage and osteopathic techniques to help promote healing and reduce stress. In order to expand her knowledge of the human body and add to her practice, Kyla is studying manual osteopathy at the Canadian School of Osteopathy Manual practice Vancouver.Her areas of focus include pregnancy, women’s health, chronic pain, athletes, injury prevention, and those just starting out on their fitness journey. Kyla’s passion for women’s health has lead her to take many continuing education courses on pregnancy and postpartum care including breast treatment and post cesarean section treatment. Having been through it twice herself she has a great respect for the changes that a woman’s body goes through during pregnancy and childbirth and the difficulties that can arise. She also enjoys supporting people postpartum.

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Rachel has always been fascinated by the human body and has a BSc in Biomedical Science from Queen’s University in Belfast. It wasn’t long before she recognized that she was more suited to working with people in health care rather than in a lab.

Rachel graduated from the Langara RMT Program in 2020. She has a holistic approach to treatment, recognizing each patient is an individual needing a specific treatment plan to help reach their goals which are designed together; based on a thorough assessment and act on through treatment and a home care plan.

Racheal is enthusiastic about continuing education and is currently enrolled in a Health Science BHSc undergraduate program, she has also completed courses in lymphatic drainage, craniosacral thearpy and working with patients post breast/chest surgery.

Rachel is also a Registered Yoga Teacher. In her free time she loves getting outside to enjoy the city & surrounding areas enjoying time with her family.

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Hi I’m Amanda! I graduated from VCC in December of 2022.

In a session with me, I will use many techniques to create a blended deep tissue treatment. In my opinion, deep tissue is an art, and to do deep tissue well, there must be an understanding of how the muscles and the joints work together. To really apply deep tissue there is a sequence and understanding of where each muscle holds tension, releasing one at a time to reach the next layer of tissue! This style of treatment allows us to go deep into the layers to unlock more range of motion, restore balance and posture and relief pain and tension. Each patient is unique and together we will adjust all techniques, pressure and pain level to suit each individual!

I like to incorporate Thai-style massage, relaxation massage, myofascial release, and deep diaphragmatic breathing!

I also offer specific tension headache relieving massages, face massage, and TMJ intra-oral or external massage. Hips and shoulder mobility are one of my favourite treatments!

I have a background in personal training and have been body building for 12 years, you can ask me for homecare exercises anytime!

I am currently taking new clients in Vancouver as I have just moved from Langley!

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Laura has been passionate about working with her hands from a very young age, and feels truly honoured to be able to help others through the practice of massage therapy. As a registered massage therapy practitioner, Laura considers herself to be a guide and a facilitator. Her intention is to meet your needs and support you to find release, alignment and inner connection to enable you to live a more whole and balanced life. Laura practices primarily from a myofascial approach and enjoys creating a treatment that balances both critical thinking and intuition to address the root cause of your concerns. As a graduate of the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy, Laura is trained in myofascial release, neuromuscular therapy, trigger point release, joint mobilization, scar tissue treatment, craniosacral therapy and swedish massage. As a former yoga instructor, Laura is a firm believer in the power of movement and breath to facilitate healing. She enjoys creating unique home care routines including stretching, strengthening and breathing exercises to support you to be an active participant in your own journey to wellness. Laura provides treatments that are client centred, LGB2STQIA+ affirming, culturally sensitive and trauma-informed.

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Michael is available at Broadway Wellness on Tuesday Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Michael graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2005. Michael has experience working in clinics, spas and sports teams. His areas of focus include Active Release Techniques, Deep tissue treatments, Integrated Myofascial techniques, Sports massage, and Relaxation techniques. To date, Michael’s certifications include: Active Release Therapy (A.R.T.), Integrated Myofascial Release training and a BCRPA Weight Trainer’s Certificate. To learn more about Active Release Therapy visit: http://www.activerelease.com. Michael has also worked with the men’s UBC soccer team for 2 1/2 years. When he is not practicing registered massage therapy, Michael’s activities include weight training, running, snow shoeing, and cycling in the beautiful Vancouver area. Michael strongly believes that physical activity is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle, and that a combination of massage therapy and therapeutic exercise is an excellent way to stay healthy for everyday living. Michael Scottnicki’s Referral Program for ART Therapy

If you refer someone to Michael for ART Therapy and they book an initial appointment with him, you will receive 10% off your next ART treatment with Michael and the person you referred will also receive 10% off their first ART Therapy visit with Michael. Please be sure to mention who referred him to you when booking your appointment. Michael is also offering 10% off initial ART Therapy appointments from now until the end of May 2021. Please note that this discount is for ART Therapy treatments only. 

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The philosophy behind Brent’s work and the method of Rolfing Structural Integration in which he’s trained, is that our bodies have an inherent wisdom to find balance. Sometimes that natural progression towards harmony meets blockages, tissue restrictions or functional limitations, and the body needs a bit of help to remove those challenges.

Brent began experiencing these challenges first through the study and practice of yoga. He was able to feel how conscious, intentional movement combined with breath was able to change his postural patterns. This encounter led him to become a certified yoga teacher. His curiosity deepened which led him to become an RMT. He has trained in Cranio-Sacral, Thai Massage, Deep Tissue, and ultimately became a Certified Rolfer at the Rolf Institute in Boulder, Colorado.

In his studies of the body and more than ten years of experience, Brent’s found that our physical structure is incredibly fluid, constantly changing and connected as we move through gravity, even when we feel like we’re standing still. His work as an RMT and Rolfer focuses on understanding postural habits and how they can make and break us and be reconsidered. Ida Rolf, the mother of Rolfing SI described her approach as “the yoga you would do for yourself if you could”. Brent delights in sharing Rolfing SI, Ida Rolf’s “yoga”, for his clients. He looks at every session as an opportunity to continue answering the question of what’s possible and how we can move the obstacles that stand in the way of our balance, our comfort, and our lives.

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Priya is a dedicated professional with a diverse background in healthcare and a passion for overall wellness. Graduating from VCMT’s massage therapy program, she’s become a skilled practitioner with a deep understanding of various massage techniques.

Some techniques Priya incorporates in her treatments includes:

• deep tissue massage
• trigger point release
• neuromuscular techniques
• Swedish massage

Before getting into massage therapy, Priya spent time as a nurse, working in both acute care and community healthcare settings. This experience enriched her understanding of the human body and its intricate needs, fostering a unique approach to healing and wellness.

Outside of the treatment rooms, Priya enjoys going to the gym, trying new recipes in the kitchen and travelling.

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Having been interested in human kinetics and health from a young age, Stacey decided to turn her passion into a career and attend the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. Since graduating in 2010 she has furthered her education by attending courses in deep tissue techniques, myofascial release, movement therapy and pre and post natal massage.

Stacey has a reverence for the healing wisdom of the human body and works together with her clients to get them to a place of ease and connection.

She believes that movement is medicine and is honored to help clients move more freely and purposefully in their body.

She has a passion for antepartum and postpartum care and looks forward to working with women throughout the various stages of their pregnancy and beyond. Stacey has 2 children of her own and is honored to support women during this incredibly transformative, and at times overwhelming stage of life!

Stacey uses a variety of techniques including deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point therapy and joint mobilization.

You can find her at Broadway Wellness on Mondays 8am-2pm and Tuesdays 215- 815pm

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Annie will be at Broadway Wellness November 18 to 22

“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” - Albert Einstein

As a massage therapist, Annie strives to keep people moving. To this end, an appointment with Annie typically will include some therapeutic stretching and strengthening mixed in with relaxation techniques. Annie completed her massage therapy training at Langara College and has done additional training in Dermoneuromodulaton (DNM), Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and functional anatomy. Annie has experience helping people find relief from body tension and pain developed from a wide range of conditions such as stress, repetitive activities, sports, muscular imbalances, fibromyalgia and myalgic encephalomyelitis (chronic fatigue syndrome), and nerve compression.

Prior to massage therapy, Annie traversed through different sectors, supporting families with infants with developmental challenges, helping university students find co-op jobs, and writing technical material. Becoming a massage therapist has allowed Annie to fulfill her calling of helping people rest, heal, and thrive.

Annie currently lives in Ucluelet and comes back to Vancouver to satisfy her Asian food cravings.

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I believe my role is to facilitate change in the body through interaction with the nervous system. Working with connective tissue such as fascia, tendons, ligaments and bones, we can initiate reduction of restriction, muscle tone and sensitivity, to encourage greater mobility and balance.

I try to approach the body as a whole, recognizing that it is an active system in which nothing operates in isolation. Connective tissue transfers mechanical stresses throughout the body, while neurological signals trigger adaptation in sometimes unexpected ways. We perceive only a small fraction of the sensory inputs and responses of the nervous system, and sometimes asking “why” is less helpful than simply working with what we find through assessment and exploration. As a life-long problem solver, this has been a challenging lesson for me, but I strive to keep it in mind when faced with apparent causes of pain or dysfunction.

When not engaged in massage therapy, I spend most of my time parenting, reading science fiction, and trying to maintain my own mobility through a yoga-inspired movement practice, and kitchen dance parties with my two small children.

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Russell Yoshida began his career in the healing arts in 1997, when he was introduced to Massage Therapy. Successfully becoming a Registered Massage Therapist, he has worked professionally for over 25 years. He furthered his education in 2003, studying Traditional Chinese Medicine, in Victoria, British Columbia. From his studies, he gained an in depth understanding of the energetic system of the body. He developed a unique technique, after integrating this knowledge with his experience, Russell’s therapy evolved again to incorporate movement- a vital element to facilitate stress release. Russell’s passion is helping others on their healing journey and he is constantly learning and evolving while offering the utmost in compassionate, patient care.

Important to note: If you are looking for a Swedish or traditional massage approach, please book in with other practitioners, as this is not a traditional massage approach.

Please note this is a therapeutic technique that can be highly effective. However some (not all) patients may experience some discomfort, pain, or irritation during the initial 1-3 sessions.

You can watch this Youtube video describing Russell’s technique.

How emotions get trapped in the body with Russell Yoshida

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I am available Tue/Wed and occasional Saturdays. Please join my waitlist if your desired date or time is unavailable.

If you are canceling your next day appointment after clinic office hours, please contact me directly (anayu.rmt@gmail.com), as well as calling/emailing the clinic.

I am passionate about health and well-being, in body and mind, and helping my patients achieve pain-free function, stress reduction, mobility, body awareness and strength. I approach each treatment with attention and empathy, and work with patients to create tailored goals and plans.

Treatments involve assessment, hands-on therapy, and rehabilitative / preventative homecare. I have treated adults, children and seniors with conditions including: fibromyalgia, headaches, digestive disorders, TMJ disorder, nerve compression, postural dysfunction, carpal tunnel syndrome, adhesive capsulitis, to name a few.

I graduated from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy with academic distinction on the Dean’s List, and continue my fascination of the human body through continuous personal and professional learning. Prior to massage therapy, I graduated with a business degree from the University of Toronto, with further studies at UBC, and have had many fulfilling years working in government and non-profit organizations.

Mountains and forests are my second home, and I am an avid climber, skier, trail runner, cyclist, meditation and yoga practitioner, and certified yoga instructor.

I look forward to meeting you!

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