OUR THERAPISTS
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Danita Barnes RMTI grew up in Vancouver and graduated from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy. I have been practicing in Vancouver since graduating and have spent the last three years working part time while having two sweet little girls. I am so happy now to be bringing my practice to the community that I call home in Hastings Sunrise. I believe strongly in the benefits of [read more...]
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Vanessa de Rooy RMTAfter a short career in finance, I made a sharp pivot towards massage therapy. I've always loved
working with my hands and found learning human anatomy and physiology fascinating. I graduated from VCMT in 2014 and have treated a very large variety of people. I've always loved working with perinatal women, all the more [read more...] |
Niki Grignon RMTI grew up on Gabriola Island and moved to Vancouver in 2001 where I have spent the last 20 years working in all avenues of hospitality and service. Being in the hospitality industry has been a great experience learning so much about people and very useful life skills. I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience in that industry but made the important decision to [read more...]
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Bronwyn Melville R.Ac, Tcm.PI am a registered practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine, practicing acupuncture, herbal medicine, CranioSacral Therapy, and low level light therapy. I attended the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Vancouver, graduating from the program in 2002.
Since then, I have spent over 20 years practicing, and doing extensive training in fertility and [read more...] |
Cassidy Hodgkin RMTI moved to Vancouver to pursue a BA in music, but ultimately was looking for something more therapeutic and hands on. I decided to switch my focus into becoming an RMT and I graduated from WCCMT in 2007.
I always had a fascination with pregnancy, birth and babies. This fascination turned into a passion as I dove into the massage [read more...] |
Toby Neumann RMTI have been working as an RMT for over 22 years. I originally obtained my registration in Ontario where I grew up. After becoming registered, I decided to head to the West Coast as I fell in love with it back in my teens.
Over the years, I have worked with a lot of different conditions and age ranges. I feel comfortable treating all issues and have gained [read more...] |
Jamie Pacheco RMTI graduated from WCCMT and have been a practicing RMT for over 10 years. I have spent the majority of my career working with pre and post natal patients. A practicum at BC Women's hospital inspired me to pursue a career in this area, as well as a long time interest in birth and a personal desire to be a mother. As well as providing [read more...]
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Richard Hung RMTWhen I was a child, the human body always fascinated me and piqued my interest. For that reason, I majored in kinesiology at SFU. Over the years with accumulating injuries from sports, I was a recipient of massage therapy and experienced the many benefits of this type of therapy, which ultimately led me to completing my massage therapy [read more...]
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Francesca Farrell RMTHello! I graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2002. I am a traditional massage therapist - a highly trained western manual therapist and also trained in eastern philosophies, practices, and therapies. I have spent much of my 20 year massage therapy career working with women before and after pregnancy and childbirth. It is a joy and an honour [read more...]
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Nancy Na RMTI was born and raised in Toronto, but set my roots in the lovely and scenic Vancouver, BC. I had an established 20 year career as a costumer in the film industry, but felt it was time for a change, so I decided to pursue my long time passion of becoming an RMT. After graduating from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy, I obtained my registration in 2016 [read more...]
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Marla Pickering RMTI bring to Sunrise Health over 10 years of clinical experience focused on restoring proper joint mechanics and reducing dysfunction by facilitating proper alignment within the body. After graduating from the 3000 hour program with West Coast College of Massage therapy, I have expanded my knowledge in myofascial release, osteopathic techniques, [read more...]
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Hannah Brown RMTI graduated with an undergraduate in Kinesiology in 2013 and after taking a few years away from the health field, I began the Massage Therapy program at OVCMT in Vernon in 2018. I have been practicing in the Vancouver area ever since. I am excited to serve the community that I live in and provide a caring, safe place for all people. I enjoy working with [read more...]
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Lucas Othmer BodyworkerI graduated from the full time program at VCMT in April 2023 and I am writing my registration exams this September. With over ten years of experience in yoga and parkour, I have had my fair share of injuries and manual therapy has always helped me get back on my feet when I was feeling down and out.
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Jake Pedersen BodyworkerI will be graduating from the Langara RMT program in August. During my time at school, I discovered my passion for the human body and the benefits massage therapy can have. My main focuses during treatment are Swedish and deep tissue techniques, with an emphasis on relaxation. When I’m not in school, [read more...]
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Stephanie Wilcott RMTI graduated from WCCMT in 2001 and have been practicing massage therapy for over 20 years. I started the first decade of my career in East Van on Commercial Drive, then spent 8 years working in Lynn Valley on the North Shore. In March of 2019, Annie and I set up Sunrise Health Massage Therapy. I am truly delighted to have returned to my home [read more...]
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