Mercedes is an energetic and compassionate counsellor that will put you at ease. She specializes in sexuality, religious trauma, and living with neurodiversity, such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum, cognitive decline, and acquired brain injuries. She received her BA at the University of Victoria, and was certified in Applied Counselling at the Kelowna College of Professional Counselling. Her experience working in the criminal justice system taught her that every experience must be respected and accepted if they are to grow into the person they wish to become. You can trust that no matter what burdens you have been carrying, no matter how nervous or embarrassed you may be, Mercedes will help you cast those burdens off without judgement. She has seen or heard it all, and for this reason she can create space for you to feel safe being yourself, or discover who that self is.

Mercedes’ approach is one of radical non-judgement. No matter where you are in your life, she will meet you there and she believes in empowering her clients and making them experts in their own lives. Session with Mercedes will feel like a conversation with a friend through her use of humour and compassion. Using motivational interviewing, CBT tools, strategies, and introspection she will guide you through whatever challenge you are facing.

Mercedes is a RPC candidate through the CPCA and is able to offer a discounted rate through the candidacy period.

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Megan graduated with distinction from the Camosun College Massage Therapy program. She is a skilled and compassionate Registered Massage Therapist, with a commitment to personalized care. Megan values tailoring treatments to meet individual needs. Her approach to treatment uses a diverse set of techniques including myofascial work, trigger point release, and Swedish massage to help promote pain reduction and relaxation. She is keen to help clients experience a tailored and soothing journey toward well-being. Beyond her professional pursuits, Megan enjoys running, walking her dog, and expressing her creativity through baking and various crafts.

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Introducing Patrick, a skilled and compassionate practitioner in the field of acupuncture and medical qigong. With a deep-rooted passion for holistic healing and a commitment to improving the well-being of others, Patrick has dedicated his life to helping individuals achieve optimal health and balance.

Patrick holds a Diploma in acupuncture and is a licensed practitioner in good standing with the CTCMA. He has completed a 200 hour program in Medical Qigong at the practitioners level and is awaiting his certification.

Specializing in acupuncture, Patrick utilizes the ancient Chinese practice to stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities. By carefully inserting fine, sterile needles into specific points along the body’s meridians, he helps restore the flow of energy, or Qi, promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. His gentle and precise approach ensures a comfortable and relaxing experience for each client. His expertise in acupuncture allows him to address a wide range of health concerns, including chronic pain, stress, anxiety, digestive disorders, and more.

In addition to acupuncture, Patrick is also a practitioner of medical qigong, an ancient Chinese energy healing practice. By combining breath work, movement, and meditation, he helps clients cultivate and balance their Qi, promoting overall health and vitality.

What sets Patrick apart is his genuine care and dedication to each client’s well-being. He takes the time to listen attentively, understanding that every individual is unique and requires personalized treatment. Patrick creates a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring that clients feel comfortable and supported throughout their healing journey.

Whether you are seeking relief from chronic pain, stress reduction, or a holistic approach to wellness, Patrick is here to guide you on your path to optimal health. Experience the transformative power of acupuncture and medical qigong with Patrick, and embark on a journey towards a healthier, more balanced life.

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Julie became an RMT at the end of 2020 after graduating from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT) in downtown Vancouver. Relocating to the island in 2021 she began her massage therapy practice with the goal of positively effecting patients’ physical and mental health. Treatments from Julie can be beneficial for acute or chronic concerns as well as regular maintenance. Her relaxation based approach uses varying depths of pressure (superficial to deep) and techniques such as Swedish, neuromuscular, myofascial release, passive and active stretching, muscle energy, traction and gentle joint mobilization. If homecare is requested she prescribes it to support patients’ individual goals in one or more of the following forms: hydrotherapy, stretching, strengthening, changes to activities of daily living. She also provides mobile services for the underserved elderly population in local long-term care homes. Her prior education includes a bachelor’s degree in social sciences and a post-degree diploma in business. She enjoys a quiet home life with her husband and cat. Hiking, exploring, reading, and learning to play the drums are among her favourite activities.

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Kayla is currently taking the Massage Therapy Diploma at Camosun College in Victoria and will be graduating in August 2024. Kayla has always had a keen interest in anatomy and thoroughly enjoys educating clients on muscles and how to strengthen and stretch them. Some of their special interests include Swedish massage, deep tissue work with trigger point release, and myofascial release. Kayla has had experience working with many populations through clinic experience and outreaches through school such as the Parkinson’s Wellness Project, New Roads Recovery, and Rosalie’s Village. It is Kayla’s goal to work with folks who haven’t experienced massage before or have but would like to build a better outlook on their body and personal wellness. She looks forward to helping people with pain relief, relaxation, and to overall help them develop a great relationship with their body.

When not treating or at school, Kayla can be found reading or writing, cooking, spending quality time with friends, or getting outside enjoying nature.

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Selene is a passionate and caring soul, who brings an innate gift to connect deeper on a more intuitive level, providing a safe container for her clients to relax into. She offers clarity and insight, leaving her clients with more sense of self awareness to create the necessary healthy changes they seek and desire.

She has her Reiki Masters and Practitioner, Mentorship in the Life Balance Development System. Mindfully and heart fully skilled in Energy Work, Selene has also discovered that her true joy lays in helping to promote and heal sexuality in a more positive and meaningful way.

Healing her own sexual, emotional and mental trauma has lead her to her confidence in guiding others to do the same and where she finds her absolute pleasure in helping those who are seeking guidance on their journey to self.

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Courtenay graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria. She completed her Undergraduate Degree in Health Sciences through Thompson Rivers University. Courtenay enjoys working with a wide range of patients including those with chronic pain, sports and everyday injuries, post-surgery, and more. She provides specific, focused treatment using modalities such as Swedish massage, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release therapy. Courtenay was a competitive hammer thrower across Canada and abroad. When not in the clinic, Courtenay enjoys hiking, paddleboarding, traveling, meditating, and volunteering.

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Serene is a graduate of Vancouver College of Massage Therapy and has been dedicated to providing client-centered therapy since 2023. Beginning her healthcare journey within Provincial Health, she had the privilege of collaborating closely with healthcare professionals across British Columbia. Inspired by this experience, she shifted her focus towards integrated health. Now, Serene is a dedicated RMT, committed to tailoring each treatment to meet every individual’s unique wellness goals. Whether it’s for relaxation, prenatal care, or therapeutic purposes, Serene always looks forward to meeting each one of her clients, to listen to their care needs and to actively participate in empowering each person’s unique health journey.

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Jackie (she/her) holds a Masters of Counselling Psychology (MA) from the University of Victoria and is a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) and Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). She is also a registered yoga teacher (RYT-500) and incorporates breath and somatic techniques into her counselling practice to nourish the nervous system. Her approach is warm, compassionate and trauma-informed. She will hold space for you to be vulnerable and process emotions that may at times feel like too much for the body to hold. Her commitment as your counsellor is to listen to the story you tell about what it’s like to walk in your shoes and believe you – with unconditional positive regard.

Jackie has specialized training in EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT and more. She engages in ongoing reflection and continuous learning to ensure her service to others remains anti-agist, anti-racist and de-colonial. She supports teens and adults with a desire to move through anxiety, depression, burnout or grief, increase self-esteem and heal from trauma. Jackie knows what it can feel like to be in an abusive relationship with oneself, to fear others’ judgment and be held back by self- doubt. She has respect for the courage it takes to seek meaningful change, and believes you can build a life worth living – but you don’t have to do it alone.

Jackie is a year-round ocean-dipper, enjoys hiking with her family, loves to sing and considers movement her medicine.

Check with your insurance provider about whether or not counselling sessions with a Canadian Certified Counsellor are covered by your plan

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Jordan grew up in Montreal, QC, with a passion for sports that led him to prep school in New England, where he played varsity hockey, football, and baseball. After graduating from Vermont academy, Jordan accepted a scholarship to play football and baseball at Juniata College in Pennsylvania. During the first month of school, Jordan, who had a previous history of concussions, suffered a severe head injury which ended his athletic pursuits. Jordan was highly fortunate to receive world-class treatment for his head injury and fully recovered. Jordan’s recovery process and experience with quality care lit a passion in him to help others therapeutically. Jordan attended Fanshawe College in London, Ontario, where he graduated with a Massage Therapy diploma. Jordan understands the importance of client-focused, holistic care and has a passion for optimizing athletic performance and providing rehab to injuries. Jordan uses a myriad of therapeutic modalities and has various skills to ensure that each client receives a goal-focused, collaborative, and effective massage treatment. Techniques used include myofascial release, trigger point therapy, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching, deep tissue massage, and Swedish massage techniques. Jordan uses client education to empower clients to take an active role in their recovery and wellness journey. Jordan enjoys running, lifting weights, skiing, and playing with his beloved golden retriever named Dallas in his free time.

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Lea was previously a Registered Massage Therapist in Edmonton, Alberta, with accreditation from Grant MacEwan University’s 2,200-hour Massage Therapy program. Her specialties include knot release (trigger point treatment) and the use of hydrotherapy in her treatments. She has experience working with a wide range of ailments including whiplash, scoliosis, and various muscle and joint injuries. Lea believes that massage therapy is vital to help the body recover and to postpone further injury and restriction of movement. Lea’s goals are to help her clients achieve therapeutic release and relief of stress and tension; she is passionate about massage therapy and helping others feel their absolute best.

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Molly Smith is a graduate of West Coast College of Massage Therapy, in Victoria. (April 2020)

Molly believes in patient-centered care and aims to work together with her clients’ to find the right treatment approach for them. She enjoys working with her clients to help decrease pain, increase mobility, create balance and promote ease of movement. She gives a specific, focused treatment using modalities such as myofascial release, joint mobilization, Swedish massage and trigger point therapy; as well as providing home care suggestions and education that will help to maintain and increase the benefits of each. Treatments range from specific work on chronic areas and injuries, to full body muscle, tension, and stress reduction.

“I sought out massage therapy because I wanted to help people foster healing and a better understanding of their own body.”

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Rose has recently completed her diploma in massage therapy at Camosun College and is awaiting her BC registration. Her journey is driven by a profound belief in the healing power of touch, with a focus on pain reduction and the transformative effects of relaxation.

With her newly acquired skills, she is eager to make a positive impact on the well-being of all her clientele. Her prior education includes a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and certificate in Spanish.

When she is not working, she enjoys hiking with her two dogs, lifting weights, reading, and playing board games.

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Barbara Wilkinson (she/they) is a Registered Massage Therapist who graduated in 2010 from the 3000-hour program at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria and takes a special interest in treating folks with headaches, migraines, TMJ issues, fibromyalgia, and chronic pain using a combination of Myofascial stretching, Swedish massage, Osteopathic techniques, dermo neuro modulation theory and over a decade of experience to support you in reaching your treatment goals. Treatments with Barbara are usually more gentle and nervous system focused, giving you a chance to relax before getting into more specific work tailored to your needs. When Barbara isn’t at the clinic they’re usually baking treats for friends, designing and sewing clothes and costumes, or spending quality time with their partner.

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Lauren Wills is a Registered Massage Therapist who graduated in 2011 from the 3000-hour program at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria. She owned a dance studio in the heart of downtown Victoria for 7 years. In the time she taught and performed many styles of dance and Aerial art. She takes special interest in deep tissues, myofasical work, neurological disorders varying from impingements to MS and Parkinson’s. Lauren has been working in the field for over a decade and looks forward to helping you find relief and comfort.

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