** Catriona is not currently accepting new patients at this time. Referral patients will be considered on a case-by-case basis.**

Catriona carries the strong belief that the body is designed to move. Integrating the art of relaxation with a therapeutic approach, she blends movement-based modalities, deep flow and breathwork into each of her treatments. Her intention is to nourish the nervous system, creating a safe environment for healing and recovery. Patient engagement is at the center of her approach, facilitating active participation in the healing journey. It is Catriona’s goal to help you achieve your best self.

Catriona is committed to continuing her education and life-long learning. She is currently completing her Bachelor’s of Health Sciences degree. Recent independent course explorations include visceral release therapy, post-operative scar release, exercise therapy, and chronic pain science.

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Jake graduated from Camosun Colleges’ RMT program in August 2022. Since then Jake has been busy staying up to date on evidence based practice techniques and continues to enhance his skills. Jake doesn’t conform to the “one size fits all” approach of massage. He is dedicated to creating and tailoring a treatment that is specific to his patients needs and is focused on connecting the mind and body.

Jake has always had a passion for helping and healing people, and through massage, he is able to achieve that passion. Through Jake’s time at Camosun, he has grown an interest in massaging all areas of the body, but he specifically likes working with the neck, back, and shoulders. So much so that Jake did extensive research regarding the topic of spinal injuries for his capstone project in school. Jake has a calm, friendly and non-judgmental persona that creates a warm and positive environment for his patients. Jake enjoys working with people from all walks of life, and uses a compassionate and thoughtful approach in order to create the best experience for his patients. Outside of the workplace, you can find Jake riding his motorcycle on twisty roads or going for cruises to new and exciting areas. Jake also loves the aquatic life, such as paddle boarding and swimming. Along with being active and healthy, Jake loves to spend quality time with his partner catching up over dinner or enjoying their favorite show together.

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Dr Kellie Ferguson is a Naturopathic Doctor (ND) licensed in British Columbia. Kellie became interested in Naturopathic Medicine while completing her Bachelors degree in Microbiology at the University of Victoria. She first learned about Naturopathic Medicine through Dr Lisa Connoly and she quickly realized she had found her passion. She chose to do her training at Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington because it offered a biochemical based training while still staying true to the holistic philosophy.

Kellie graduated and completed her licensing exams in 2005 and the pharmacy certification in 2010. She now practices Naturopathic family medicine, with an emphasis on nutrition and botanical medicine with a special interest in hormone support, mood, ADHD and Autism support work. . Kellie has partnered with the Greater Victoria Library system, the Victoria Brain Injury Society, and the School board to do seminars in Women’s and Men’s health, Preconception, Detox, Brain injury nutritional support, and ADHD, Autism and Pediatric Nutrition.

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David first started learning about healing touch in 1982. After a long hospitality career, he returned to college in 2007, becoming an RMT in 2009.

His practice focuses on pain science including treatment of poatural concerns, headaches, persistent pain, connective tissue disorders (hEDS/Marfan’s & hypermobility), acute injury recovery and related patient education for self care.

Note: as of January 2023, David has closed the evening portion of his day to NEW patients.

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Liberty’s approach to massage emphasizes holistic care and a trauma-informed practice. Their treatments incorporate techniques such as myofascial release, stretching, trigger point therapy, and joint mobilizations, with the intent of promoting healing and well-being. Liberty is dedicated to collaborating with each patient to create a personalized treatment plan that addresses their specific needs.

Beyond their skills, Liberty emphasizes that they are a safe and welcoming space for people of all bodies, backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA2+ community. Their mission is to ensure every patient feels comfortable, respected, and empowered throughout their journey to better health and wellness.

In their free time Liberty can be found foraging in the forest, working on various art projects, cold plunging, or skateboarding and biking around town.

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Tobin Sagara started in his first career as a programmer but found it unfulfilling. Having given massages to friends and family for years it was suggested that he look into Massage Therapy as his next career choice. Tobin decided to join the RMT program at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2013. There he learned various modalities such as Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, to Myofascial Release. Because everyone responds differently to treatment Tobin enjoys working with clients to figure out what techniques specifically work for them. He likes working with deep tissue through the shoulders and neck helping to relieve clients from stress and tension headaches. Tobin grew up in Toronto and has lived in Victoria since 1995. In his free time he enjoys photography and, on occasion, hitting the climbing gym.

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Julia (she/her) is a board-certified registered acupuncturist as well as massage therapist who has been immersed in the healing arts for the past 15 years. She has a deep appreciation for the complexity of the human body, mind and spirit and has a deep reverence for the multiple pathways that can bring a person back into balance. She recognizes that healing is an inherently creative and participatory process and can help guide her patients to cultivate their own vitality, deepen their own relationships with themselves, and reunite a person’s innate ability to heal. She brings her knowledge of Eastern medicine and a compassionate heart to all those she treats.

Her innovative and integrated approach can help clients resolve a multitude of physical and emotional imbalances, support the cultivation of vitality, deepen their relationship with themselves, and ultimately embody their unique individual potential. Julia offers a blend of hands-on techniques including acupuncture, Shiatsu massage, Thai massage, cupping, gua sha, and bleeding techniques.

Julia’s training encompasses an undergraduate degree at the University of Victoria, a one-year study of Shiatsu massage, and three years at the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Victoria, BC (2009). After graduating she studied with the late Grandmaster of acupuncture, Dr. Richard Tehfu Tan from whom she learned the Balance method which is rooted in a long lineage of ancient, authentic Chinese medicine teachings and texts such as the Nei Jing. The balance method works with both channels and meridians and is well known for achieving rapid results. It is one of the most effective and efficient acupuncture methods for treating pain.

Julia’s continuing education includes: - Dr. Tan’s Balance method - Thai massage certification at the Sunshine School in Chiang Mai,Thailand. - Cosmetic Acupuncture - Japanese acupuncture with Kiiko matsumoto - 8 extraordinary meridian studies with Yvonne Ferrell - Qi Gong and Kung Fu training at the Nam Yang School in Thailand.

Julia has lived on Salt Spring for three years and enjoys spending her time exploring the island’s beaches and trails, connecting with the local dance community, participating in 8 shields nature reconnection wilderness programs, playing music, practicing Qi Gong, Kung Fu, and yoga, and teaching kids drama classes. She’s also a decade-long student of astrology (evolutionary and hellenistic) and offers private readings outside of Madrona via her website.

Read more about Julia on her website [https://www.innerskywellness.com/]

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Heather Thompson has been practicing as an RMT for over 20 years (since 2002) and continues to learn and advance her skills with post-graduate studies.

Heather is excited to start at Cardinal Point Health Clinic in September 2024 after working in Victoria as an RMT for the last 19 years.

Heather is passionate about using massage therapy techniques to enhance a person’s well-being. She strives to approach each treatment with curiosity and to provide a culturally safe and respectful space for each patient. She emphasizes learning each patient’s personal goal for coming in for their treatment. During each treatment, she works to achieve that goal and, if requested, provides individualized education and self-care recommendations.

Heather is grateful to live and work within the traditional unceded territories of the Lekwungen (Esquimalt, and Songhees), Malahat, Pacheedaht, Scia’new, T’Sou-ke and W̱SÁNEĆ (Pauquachin, Tsartlip, Tsawout, Tseycum) peoples.

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Samuel is a recent graduate from Camosun College’. He is waiting on his final registration as an RMT, which should arrive shortly.

In the meantime, he offering Relaxation and Wellness massages at a reduced rate. These treatments cannot be billed to 3rd party insurance such as Extended Health Benefits or ICBC & WorkSafe.

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