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Mask Policy: Masks are highly recommended during all in-person appointments and in all common areas of the clinics. Please arrive at your appointment prepared to wear a mask. Your healthcare provider may require you to wear one in the treatment room for their safety and yours. We continue to adhere to advanced safety protocols in an effort to protect you and our painPRO team.

Expanding our Services: We are happy to announce effective November 16, 2022 Registered Clinical Counselling will be available. This service will be offered through Telehealth and In-Clinic sessions. Did you know that mental/ emotional unrest and stress can increase your perception of pain and slow down your recovery time?

We look forward to seeing you soon and should you have any questions or concerns please call us at 604-683-7246.

Michael Desrochers…Founder

Registered Massage Therapy

Registered Massage Therapy Who are they? RMT’s provide evidence-informed, natural, non-invasive intervention for pain and dysfunction in the body’s soft tissue. Massage therapy adds the perfect amount of therapeutic release to compliment and provide a greater opportunity to stretching and strengthening of muscles. How can it help? After a motor vehicle accident it is beneficial to book i... Read More

Registered Massage Therapy

Who are they? RMT’s provide evidence-informed, natural, non-invasive intervention for pain and dysfunction in the body’s soft tissue. Massage therapy adds the perfect amount of therapeutic release to compliment and provide a greater opportunity to stretching and strengthening of muscles.

How can it help? After a motor vehicle accident it is beneficial to book in with your RMT as soon as possible. During this acute phase the intent is to help calm your muscles and prevent them from tightening up into a protective position.

How do I get started? Once you obtain a referral from your doctor we can submit it to ICBC and request RMT sessions for you. After your assessment your RMT will be able to better advise you on the frequency and duration to treatments recommended. Typically shorter durations but more frequently is recommended. As your pain decreases and function improves our goal is to decrease the frequency of passive treatments and increase the frequency of a more active approach.

Did you know? It is common, and at times preffered, to attend a combination of services for example, RMT and physiotherapy or RMT and active rehabilitation. This enables each practitioner to spend the treatment time most effectively and using each other’s strengths to support your recovery.


Student Massage Therapy

**Treatment is NOT covered by insurance**
Student Massage Therapists are people who have successfully passed their massage therapy program at an accredited post-secondary institution and are waiting to write their Provincial Board exams.


Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy Who are they? Physiotherapists are trained practitioners that are able to assess for musculoskeletal injuries and treat using multiple interventions; manual therapy, shockwave therapy, intramuscular stimulation and exercise prescription. How can it help? With respect to motor vehicle accidents, physiotherapist help relieving pain by returning muscles to their optimal resti... Read More

Physiotherapy

Who are they? Physiotherapists are trained practitioners that are able to assess for musculoskeletal injuries and treat using multiple interventions; manual therapy, shockwave therapy, intramuscular stimulation and exercise prescription.

How can it help? With respect to motor vehicle accidents, physiotherapist help relieving pain by returning muscles to their optimal resting length. They help train your body to re-engaging muscles that have been disinhibited post injury and retrain muscle coordination and balance that may be impaired.

How do I get started? If physiotherapy is a service that may benefit you, you will need to talk to your doctor and obtain a referral for physiotherapy sessions. We can submit that referral to ICBC requesting physiotherapy sessions. ICBC typically approves 20 sessions of physiotherapy and if more sessions are required another referral from your doctor is typically requested.

Did you know? Physiotherapy sessions are often complemented by RMT or chiropractic services. As your pain decreases, and mobility improves it is common to gradually transition into more of an active rehabilitative approach.


Chiropractic

Chiropractic Who are they? Chiropractors are musculoskeletal experts who adopt evidence informed treatments to help resolve and prevent biomechanical problems caused by muscular, skeletal, and nervous system dysfunction. How can it help? The forces involved in a motor vehicle accident are often larger than what the body is capable of dealing with. As a result, accident sufferers go into... Read More

Chiropractic

Who are they? Chiropractors are musculoskeletal experts who adopt evidence informed treatments to help resolve and prevent biomechanical problems caused by muscular, skeletal, and nervous system dysfunction.

How can it help? The forces involved in a motor vehicle accident are often larger than what the body is capable of dealing with. As a result, accident sufferers go into 'survival mode'; tightening muscles, restricting joints, and limiting range of motion. Chiropractors help restore the body's movement through soft tissue therapy, and targeted adjustments of the joints.

How do I get started? ICBC provides all motor vehicle accident victims with Chiropractic services within the first 8 weeks of your injury. This does not mean that after the first 8 weeks you cannot receive chiropractic services, but rather pre approval will be needed prior to seeing a chiropractor and 100% of your treatment session may not be covered.

Did you know? Chiropractic services are often coupled with RMT, physiotherapy or active rehabilitation. Each service will support your recovery from a slightly different perspective. As your symptoms improve and you require less of a hands on approach it is common to transition into a active rehabilitation program while still receiving chiropractic services.


Kinesiology/ Active Rehab

Kinesiology Who are they? The Kinesiology profession encompasses mental and emotional wellness with an emphasis on physical exercise and skilled movement training. How can it help? Active rehabilitation is a kinesiologist supervised, 1 on 1 rehabilitation program that focuses on active recovery mainly through exercise. After your assessment your Kinesiologist will be able to provide you... Read More

Kinesiology

Who are they? The Kinesiology profession encompasses mental and emotional wellness with an emphasis on physical exercise and skilled movement training.

How can it help? Active rehabilitation is a kinesiologist supervised, 1 on 1 rehabilitation program that focuses on active recovery mainly through exercise. After your assessment your Kinesiologist will be able to provide you with a recommendation for duration and length of the program. Programs generally run 1-2 days per week for 6 to 12 weeks and are designed to support return to regular activities, work demands and an active healthy lifestyle.

These sessions are designed to provide education regarding various pain management strategies, increase mobility, strength and endurance for various movements specific to your needs. Your prescribed exercises will be given to you using an exercise program, Physitrack. You will be able to watch videos of prescribed exercises, track them and leave notes when performing exercises from the comfort of your computer or phone.

How do I get started? If this is something you feel you would benefit from or your therapist feels is appropriate for you they can make the recommendation. Once you obtain a referral from your doctor we can request approval from ICBC. After the assessment is completed your kinesiologist will be able to provide you with a plan going forward.

Did you know? Active Rehabilitation sessions often occurs in conjunction with other services; RMT, PT and/or chiropractic sessions. As function increases the goal is to gradually decrease session frequency and increase the ability to continue independently with support when needed.


Counselling (Telehealth and In-Clinic)

Counselling is about finding solutions for mental/ emotional unrest that may be standing in the way of your long-term life enjoyment and/ or physical pain relief. The important thing to understand about Counselling is that you are in control of the process. A Counsellor is merely a guide to help you ask questions that lead to solutions for your full recovery from an accident or other traumatic ... Read More

Counselling is about finding solutions for mental/ emotional unrest that may be standing in the way of your long-term life enjoyment and/ or physical pain relief. The important thing to understand about Counselling is that you are in control of the process. A Counsellor is merely a guide to help you ask questions that lead to solutions for your full recovery from an accident or other traumatic life events.
Based on your level of comfort our Counsellors offer both Telehealth and In-Clinic options. Understanding your unique needs a Counsellor can help you determine the best format for service delivery.


Acupuncture

Iveta graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT) in April 2023 with an Academic Honour Roll and Clinical Distinction. With a background in Psychology and Hospitality, she will make you feel welcome and comfortable in her treatment room with ease. She creates a relaxing environment that calms down your nervous system, ensuring that your body can get full benefits from the session.

Iveta has experience working with prenatal and postpartum patients, sports-related/orthopedic injuries, headaches, and peripheral nerves conditions. She uses General Swedish Techniques, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Release, and PNF stretching during her treatments. Iveta has additional training in IASTM as well as assisting postpartum patients who have had a Cesarean section (C-section).

When not working Iveta can be found hiking along the North Shore trails, cycling, running, swimming, and reading.

Iveta graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT) in April 2023 with an Academic H... Read More

In 2015, Nicolas graduated from Montpellier University, in France, with a Bsc. in Neuropsychology and a MA of Clinical Psychology and psychopathology. He grew up developing an acute interest in sciences and humans. After his Master’s degrees, Nicolas took a few months off to discover the world and finally decided to settle in Canada. He believes in offering treatments with different modalities and he specializes in trauma, pain and anxiety. He is currently offering a wide variety of short and long-term individual counselling with a holistic and adaptive approach. When he is not at the clinic, Nicolas can be found riding his bicycle around Stanley Park or at a local CrossFit gym.

Nicolas can practice in English and French Languages.”

“En 2015, Nicolas achève son cursus universitaire à l’Université de Montpellier, en France, avec une licence en neuropsychologie et un Master de psychologie clinique et de psychopathologie. Il grandit en développant un intérêt particulier pour les sciences et l’humain. Après ses études, Nicolas prend un congé afin d’aller découvrir le monde et décide finalement de s’installer au Canada. Il croit en une offre de traitement aux modalités diverses et se spécialise dans la prise du traumatisme, de la douleur et de l’anxiété. Il offre désormais une large variété de traitements individuels à court, moyen et long terme en adoptant une approche holistique et adaptative. Lorsqu’il n’est pas à la clinique, Nicolas passe du temps sur son vélo dans Stanley Park ou dans la salle de CrossFit de son quartier. Nicolas pratique en Français et en Anglais.

Therapies

  • Brief therapies (including CBT)

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and EMDR chronic pain and illnesses

  • PsychoSensorial approaches (Trauma treatments)

  • Somatic and body-centered modalities

  • Stress, Pain and Anxiety

  • Depression

  • PTSD

In 2015, Nicolas graduated from Montpellier University, in France, with a Bsc. in Neuropsychology... Read More

Samuel became interested in physiotherapy and rehabilitation through overcoming numerous injuries playing competitive volleyball, basketball and rugby. This led him to complete his Bachelors in Kinesiology, specializing in Ergonomics, from the University of Waterloo, and his Masters of Physiotherapy from McMaster University. His post-graduate work includes obtaining his Level One Diploma from the Orthopedic Division.

Samuel provides high-quality, client-centered care to foster a comfortable environment. He employs an evidence-based analytical approach to identify and address the root cause of an issue. He utilizes a combination of treatment techniques including Manual Therapy, Soft Tissue/Trigger Point Techniques, Muscle Energy Techniques, Ergonomic Analysis, Postural Training, Return to Work Training, Rehabilitation/Exercise Prescription, TMJ Treatment and Radial Shockwave Therapy. Samuel is passionate about guiding his clients through their recovery to achieve their goals.

In his free time, you can catch Samuel playing basketball or volleyball, weight training, hiking, snowboarding, or exploring Vancouver’s food scene to find all the best eats!

Samuel became interested in physiotherapy and rehabilitation through overcoming numerous injuries... Read More

From Kelowna BC, Luke finds interest in treating patients who suffer from joint/ muscle pain, headaches, stress, decreased mobility and sports injuries. If you’re looking to relax, he can customize the treatment to your specific needs.

Are you a fan of Crossfit and want to improve your performance? Mr. Gowdy is a participant in the Crossfit scene would love to provide you with knowledge to reach new milestones. Luke is happy when his patients are at their best and truly enjoys seeing you improve in all areas.

Luke is a Registered Massage Therapist with a 3000 hour diploma program through OVCMT from 2012.

Today is another opportunity to change your life and Luke is here to see you to the finish line.

From Kelowna BC, Luke finds interest in treating patients who suffer from joint/ muscle pain, hea... Read More

A graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy 3000 hour program and over 10 years in practice, Geoff creates an intuitive and focal massage treatment specific to your needs. Apart from his time at painPRO, Geoff draws upon his experience working with the Vancouver Multiple Sclerosis Society, Friends For Life, GF Strong and George Pearson Centre.

A graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy 3000 hour program and over 10 years in p... Read More

Jackson is a graduate of Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT) and is currently awaiting the results of his board examinations to become designated as an RMT! During his time at school, he gained experience at several outreaces like The Summit - Intellectual Disabilities Society, Westerleigh PARC (retirement home), Simon Fraser University (athletics), and Capilano University (athletics). Through the experience gained from these outreaches, he developed a strong set of tools to provide aid and support in patients’ recovery and goals.

Jackson has a passion for utilizing patient-centered care and truly listening and understanding the needs of his patients.

Along with his experience and education in massage, Jackson is very passionate about basketball officiating. He hopes one day to be able to represent Canada as an official at the Olympic Games!

Jackson is a graduate of Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT) and is currently awaiting t... Read More

Dr. Jarrod Johnson is an enthusiastic Vancouver Chiropractor who has a passion for human kinetics and the healing arts of evidence based holistic medicine. He is a huge advocate of clean healthy living and ample amounts of exercise to get the body functioning at its highest level. Dr. Johnson is an avid sports enthusiast with an extensive background in hockey, rugby, volleyball, baseball and squash. He is the current head chiropractor and trainer for Columbus FC Vancouver Metro Div. 1 team.

Dr. Johnson received his Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology (BSc Kin) from the University of Western Ontario. With a strong interest in patient focused care and a love of biomechanics he received his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, Ontario and graduated Magna Cum Laude.

Dr. Johnson uses many different forms of treatment including joint manipulation and mobilization, soft tissue therapy as well as being fully certified in instrument assisted therapy (SMART Tools ©). He is also certified in Active Release Therapy (ART) for the upper extremity and is also certified in Shockwave therapy. Jarrod looks forward to working with patients of all ages to help them achieve their goals and get their body functioning to its highest potential.

Dr. Jarrod Johnson is an enthusiastic Vancouver Chiropractor who has a passion for human kinetics... Read More

Aidan graduated from Western University in 2020 with a BA Honors Specialization in Kinesiology. He grew up as a multi-sport athlete playing soccer, baseball, rugby, volleyball, and tennis. He had a very successful 11-year athletic career as a National level Competitive Swimmer. It was during this time, Aidan’s interest in athletic rehabilitation started due to his own experiences dealing with his own traumatic and non-traumatic injuries through rehab. Aidan grew up on the North Shore and enjoys spending his free time skiing, walking his dogs, swimming, and watching movies.

Aidan graduated from Western University in 2020 with a BA Honors Specialization in Kinesiology. H... Read More

Dr. Reza Khamneipur has always been intrigued by the biomechanics of the human body. Having endured many sports injuries himself, and in treating those of his patients, he has a keen understanding of the effect that trauma can have on the body. His mission is to educate patients on the effects of scar tissue and adhesions formed from trauma, and to help them heal from their injuries.

Prior to moving to Vancouver, Reza worked in the San Francisco Bay area as a chiropractor for large corporations. He is certified by the National University of Health Sciences in Cox Flexion Decompression, considered to be the most effective method for treating disc herniations and sciatica without the use of surgery. He is also a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, and an American College of Sports Medicine Team Physician. Reza also has training in an upper extremity module of the Active Release Soft Tissue Technique and has an advanced proficiency rating in the Activator Method’s non-force technique.

He believes the human body is a dynamic organism that requires different perspectives to heal. “The first step to healing is to have an open mind,” he says, “and to work to conquer limiting and outdated beliefs.”

His hobbies include horticulture, mountain biking, hiking, and maintaining a healthy mind.

Dr. Reza Khamneipur has always been intrigued by the biomechanics of the human body. Having endur... Read More

Paul became interested in Physiotherapy and healthcare when he suffered injuries from playing competitive soccer. Experiencing the effects of rehabilitation first hand inspired him to complete a Bachelor in Human Kinetics with a specialization in Exercise Science, and a Master’s of Physical Therapy. In his postgraduate work, Paul focused on advanced manual and manipulative therapy. He uses active rehabilitation/exercise therapy to complement manual therapy techniques in order to provide long term solutions for orthopedic injuries and movement dysfunction. Since graduation, Paul has worked exclusively as a manual therapist in Burnaby and the downtown Core. Paul specializes in manual therapy, TMJ therapy, and Radial Shockwave Therapy.

When not in the clinic, Paul keeps active through marathon running, soccer, badminton, as well as de-stressing with a little dodgeball!

Education & Training: Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy – Level 3 Lower Quadrant Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy – Level 3 Upper Quadrant Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy – Level 2 Upper Quadrant Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy – Level 2 Lower Quadrant Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy – Level 1 Masters of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia Bachelors of Human Kinetics (Exercise Science), University of British Columbia Techniques & Treatments: Manual/Manipulative Therapy Soft Tissue Release Techniques Muscle Energy Techniques Postural Retraining Active Rehabilitation/Exercise Therapy Athletic Taping Movement Pattern Retraining TMJ therapy Radial Shockwave Therapy

Paul became interested in Physiotherapy and healthcare when he suffered injuries from playing com... Read More

Anh is a very friendly, helpful and enthusiastic practitioner who takes pride in his thoughtful application of learned massage techniques. Originally from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Anh began to earn bodywork certificates in Thai, Shiatsu, Hong Kong style and Foot Massage from the Ngoc Anh Therapy Massage Company. After moving to Vancouver, he continued fostering his interest in massage by attending the Bodywork Therapy Program at the Vancouver School of Healing Arts. This experience inspired him to pursue further education, and was a proud graduate of the Registered Massage Therapy Program from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in Dec 2022. Anh enjoys offering a variety of treatments including Therapeutic, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Hydrotherapy, Aromatherapy, Prenatal, Sport, and Indian Head Massage.

He is fluent in both English and Vietnamese.

Anh is a very friendly, helpful and enthusiastic practitioner who takes pride in his thoughtful a... Read More

Stephen enjoys a physically active lifestyle and he enjoys helping others reach their goals. He has completed his Bachelor of Human Kinetics and Master of Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia. Providing high quality care is of utmost importance to Stephen, and so he strives to create a comfortable environment with an educational and patient-centred experience. He utilizes a variety of treatment techniques to address pain and dysfunction including Manual Therapy, Soft Tissue/Trigger Point Techniques, Radial Shockwave Therapy, Functional Dry Needling/Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), and individualized exercise therapy. Stephen also has his Level 1 Diploma of Orthopaedics in Manual Therapy. Outside of clinic, Stephen was a competitive dragon boater for 6 years, and he enjoys practicing martial arts and climbing the walls of bouldering gyms.

Stephen enjoys a physically active lifestyle and he enjoys helping others reach their goals. He h... Read More

James Li chose to start studying Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) when his father became ill with lung cancer and passed away in 2017. He was hoping to find a way to relieve pain,and discover the meaning to a better, healthier life.

James studied the acupuncture program at Vancouver Career College from 2019 to 2021, and became a Registered Acupuncturist in British Columbia in 2022.

James believes that no matter what kind of medicine or modality used, the most important thing is to provide effective treatments and help people live a healthier life.

Over the years, James has learned and practiced a large variety of advanced TCM acupuncture methods. Having progressed in his practice, he has been gradually shaping his own diagnostic and treatment methodologies.

His diagnosis is mainly based on Chinese Traditional Medicine: tongue, pulse, meridians, navel, and Taiichi Bagua. His treatment methodologies primarily revolve around umbilical acupuncture and fourteen-meridians acupuncture, supplemented by techniques such as acupressure, cupping and ear points,etc.

Notably, his approach has shown remarkable efficacy in pain conditions and has yielded positive results in addressing emotional syndromes and deficiency conditions.

James excels in using acupuncture to treat most pain symptoms quickly, effectively, and safely, including most acute and chronic pains, sports injuries, pain after car accidents and so on.

He also treats emotional disorders such as insomnia, depression and anxiety. And some deficiency syndromes such as fatigue, constipation, diarrhea, flu, fever, cough, asthma, stroke, facial paralysis, tic disorder in children, eye diseases, abdominal weight loss, and some chronic diseases like hypertension and diabetes. Practice has proved that his treatment results in the above areas are satisfied.

James takes effort to make his acupuncture safe, effective, as painless as possible, and uses needles as little as possible. He is aware that some people nowadays are still afraid of needles or any pain associated with needling and he has worked hard to find a way so that more patients can accept acupuncture and benefit from it.

James is dedicated to tailoring his approach to each patient’s unique needs. Effective communication with patients is paramount to him; providing them with guidance on pre- and post-treatment care as well as focusing on their long-term well-being. Crafting individualized treatment plans for each patient is a priority.

James Li is an outgoing, hardworking, and energetic person and enjoys communicating with others. Making Traditional Chinese Medicine as his lifelong career, he is hoping he can help more people at painPRO.

James Li chose to start studying Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) when his father became ill wi... Read More

Peter Lo RMT, BSc Biology

Peter graduated from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy with Honours and with Clinical Distinction. He will be drawing on this, his Biology degree from the University of British Columbia, and his experience on several high school sports teams, to provide patient-centred care focusing on recovery, rehabilitation, and relaxation.

Prior to massage school, Peter was the District Manager for Western Canada for global brands such as Victoria’s Secret and Nike. His success with these retailers can be attributed to his customer service approach that focused on active listening and collaboration. He will be leveraging these skills with his clinic patients in order to meet their individual needs.

Peter has a passion for fashion, food, interior design, and travel. In his spare time, he can be found trying to keep up with his wife, an avid marathon runner, and their 2 pugs.

Peter Lo RMT, BSc Biology Peter graduated from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy with Hon... Read More

Alexandra is a dedicated RMT who is committed to setting and attaining treatment goals with her clients to ensure a healthier future.

Having been a professional dancer, Alexandra is all too familiar with injuries and how effective massage can be in treating them.

She graduated with honours from C.C.M.H private college in Toronto, Canada and shares her zest for life with clients through effective, compassionate treatments and unconditional energy.

Alexandra is a dedicated RMT who is committed to setting and attaining treatment goals with her c... Read More

Paul is a graduate from Centennial College back in Toronto and has been practicing since 2012. His main focus is treating people with injuries from sports to whiplash symptoms but not limited to treating postural imbalances from working in front of the desk. On his spare time, he enjoys cycling, rock climbing, skiing, playing basketball and working out at the gym.

Paul is a graduate from Centennial College back in Toronto and has been practicing since 2012. Hi... Read More

Dr. Anthony McDougall graduated from the University of Calgary with a B.Sc. in Biology, where he played varsity basketball for the Calgary Dinos, before attending Palmer West Chiropractic College in California (USA).

After graduating Chiropractic College, Dr. McDougall practiced for 15 years in Florence, Italy. Dr. McDougall has completed extensive post-graduate education including myofascial release techniques, One-To-Zero (OTZ) Frozen Shoulder Technique, Kinesio Taping, and the International Chiropractic Sports Sciences Diploma (ICSSD), the Sports Chiropractic designation of the Federation Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport.

Dr. McDougall introduced the Functional Movement Systems courses to Italy, becoming certified in both the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) and the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA). Dr. McDougall has had the pleasure of treating many professional and aspiring professional athletes in rowing, cycling, soccer, track, basketball, tennis, volleyball, water polo, football as well as dancers of all ages.

In 2000, Dr. McDougall attended the Olympic Games in Sydney as the chiropractor for a group of 100 and 200 meter runners representing several countries, including the members of the Gold medal 4 x 100 Men’s and Women’s relay teams. The same group of athletes brought him to the various Golden League Athletics events in several European countries. In 2012, his most prestigious moment as a Sports Chiropractor came when he was awarded full accreditation to be the Italian Rowing Team’s official Chiropractor at the Olympic Games in London.

Dr. McDougall joins our rehabilitation team at painPRO Clinics Fairview West Broadway location with over 15 years experience in treating sports injuries. During his spare time, Dr. McDougall enjoys cycling and watching his three boys play soccer.

Dr. Anthony McDougall graduated from the University of Calgary with a B.Sc. in Biology, where he ... Read More

Shireen is a UBC Human Kinetics 2010 graduate with extensive experience specializing in physical rehabilitation from neurological disorders, concussions, orthopaedic injuries and car accidents. In her spare time she likes to give back to the Kinesiology community and is a mentor to other UBC Kinesiology students and new graduates.

She is known for her upbeat personality and her uncanny ability to successfully inspire, motivate and challenge an athletic population. Shireen prescribes creative and customized functional fitness programs to support your individual goals while being true to her philosophy that exercising should be fun and can be done with a smile.

When Shireen isn’t at work she is outdoors running, hiking, camping and enjoying Beautiful British Columbia with her family. Shireen has run an ultra-marathon and took first place in her age category for the Vancouver Triathlon. She enjoys reaching new goals. On a sunny day you can also spot her riding her candy surf blue Kawasaki motorcycle in her black and yellow corona jacket. If you spot Shireen, be sure to let her know!

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Katherine studied Massage Therapy and graduated from the Darcy Lane Institute in 2015. Prior to moving to British Columbia in 2017, she practiced in Ontario for 2 years. Katherine has always had a passion for helping others and providing compassionate care. She believes in the therapeutic alliance between client and therapist, and advocates that massage is for everybody. Her massage style is intuitive and adaptive, and while she is dynamic in treatment approaches, she does not advocate for very aggressive techniques. Her passion in practice is to provide effective treatment for cases of chronic or persistent pain- and help clients achieve their pain free goals.

Pronouns - She/Her/Hers

Katherine studied Massage Therapy and graduated from the Darcy Lane Institute in 2015. Prior to ... Read More

Sheena completed a Bachelor of Science in Guelph, ON where she was heavily involved with the athletic department working as a student athletic therapist. She completed her massage therapy training in Ottawa, ON and has spent the last few years working in Nelson, B.C.

She integrates her knowledge of holistic healing therapies with deep tissue treatment techniques. Sheena has a warm, genuine, compassionate presence and strong, capable, intuitive hands.

Sheena completed a Bachelor of Science in Guelph, ON where she was heavily involved with the athl... Read More

Growing up as a competitive dancer, Lily was fascinated about anatomy and how movement affects performance. Lily recently graduated from the Vancouver College Of Massage Therapy with honours.

Lily strives to educate her clients about balance through flexibility and strengthening exercises. She utilizes a variety of different techniques such as: trigger point release, myofascial release, deep tissue massage, and joint mobilizations.

Growing up as a competitive dancer, Lily was fascinated about anatomy and how movement affects pe... Read More

Bradley is a recent graduate from the RMT program at Vancouver Career College. Throughout the program Bradley has had the opportunity to treat office workers, college athletes, and the elderly. Bradley’s is eager to learn new things about massage therapy and will provide safe and effective treatments.

When Bradley isn’t in the clinic he enjoys exploring the outdoors, weight training, finding new local places to eat at, and golfing.

Bradley is a recent graduate from the RMT program at Vancouver Career College. Throughout the pro... Read More

Tom found himself stuck at a desk job and knew he wanted something more active with a more practical impact. He has had his fair share of injuries being active in hockey, tennis, and soccer. His last injury taught him the importance of assessing for the root cause and discerning the effectiveness of various treatment/rehab approaches on a case by case basis.

With a keen interest in human anatomy and an eagerness to share his injury and rehabilitation experiences, he decided to bring all that together through pursuing Massage Therapy. His time at the student clinic has opened his eyes to a whole different aspect of dysfunction via the stresses of everyday life, work, and chronic conditions. Fast forward 2 years at WCCMT, here he is finally living his best life helping others find relief, recovery, and wellness.

When not at the clinic, Tom can be found hunting for new and unique cafes to satisfy his two great weaknesses: coffee and pastries!

Tom found himself stuck at a desk job and knew he wanted something more active with a more practi... Read More

Batyr graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2022. He prioritizes clients’ needs and issues and constantly looks for the best treatment solutions. After experiencing chronic low back pain himself and completely recovering after RMT sessions massage therapy became Batyr’s passion.

Batyr possesses a variety of massage techniques in his tool bag. To list a few of those techniques include General Swedish Massage, PNF stretching, myofascial release, neuromuscular and trigger point release, etc.

In his free time, Batyr likes hiking, playing chess, reading, and listening to podcasts and audiobooks.

Batyr graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2022. He prioritizes clients’ needs ... Read More

Coletin prides himself on creating a specific treatment plan for each person who walks through the door. This approach helps him treat people suffering from many conditions including: those who wake up with stiff necks or sore backs, office workers who have tension from sitting and stress, and people with sports-related injuries.

Coletin’s 8 years as an RMT has led him to develop a style that is not only effective but also has the patient leaving the clinic very relaxed.

Above all, Coletin is excited to be working in an environment full of passionate healthcare providers trying to improve people’s lives.

Coletin prides himself on creating a specific treatment plan for each person who walks through th... Read More

IMPORTANT…treatments by Susan are NOT COVERED BY INSURANCE. She has successfully graduated from her massage therapy college. Susan is part of painPRO’s massage therapy preceptorship program. This industry-leading program selects top graduates from massage therapy colleges waiting to write their provincial board exams and pairs them with our existing team of healthcare professionals. The purpose is to teach new graduates real-world skills on how true collaborative healthcare works by giving them an understanding of other healthcare professions and how working together can enhance optimal patient outcomes.

Susan is a recent graduate from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy and will be writing her RMT board exams in March. She previously completed a Spa Therapy certification in 2009 and now has over 10 years of cumulative massage experience. Susan offers different styles and techniques including: Swedish (Relaxation), Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue, PNF Stretching, and Joint Mobilizations.

Susan strives to create a comfortable and inclusive environment for her patients. She places great value on patient-centered care, emphasizing the significance of investing time to comprehend the needs of each individual.

In her free time Susan enjoys various movement based activities such as yoga, dance, hiking, rock climbing, and regular sessions at the gym. She also likes to keep learning. Some current topics of interest for her are anatomy, psychology, interpersonal relationships, personal growth, and all the arts.

IMPORTANT…treatments by Susan are NOT COVERED BY INSURANCE. She has successfully graduated from h... Read More

Vicky graduated from Vancouver Career College with honours. She became interested in massage after helping her mother relieve headaches with acupressure scalp massage. Her uncle, a Traditional Chinese Medical Massage Therapist, instructed her in acupressure massage. Prior to enrolling as an RMT student. Vicky worked as a body worker for 5 years. This allowed her to experience a diversity of patients and conditions. She treated many elderlies as the clinic she worked is near a senior community. Two expectant women were accompanied by her massage throughout their entire pregnancies. She was also trained in reflexology, which she found to be very beneficial for patients suffering from digestive or sleeping disorders. Fascia techniques and trigger point release were the most intriguing aspects of her Vancouver Career College education. Vicky believes that fascia adhesion is the cause of many dysfunctions. She utilized numerous fascia techniques in both her case study and student clinic. Vicky is highly attuned to trigger points due to her prior experience with acupressure massage. She discovered that many trigger points are acupressure points as well.

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