Soothe away the pressures and strains of daily living through the healing art of massage. All massage treatments incorporate a variety of highly developed techniques and approaches with the best in body and mind de-stressing in a calming, peaceful atmosphere. You are always fully draped by a sheet except for the area being massaged to ensure a comfortable and professional environment. Your well-being and physical and emotional ease is the number one priority during any massage treatment.
benefits of massage therapy
- Enhances general relaxation
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- Reduces muscular tension and associated discomfort
- Relaxes tight muscles, and relieves aches and stiffness
- Reduces anxiety, and improves sleep
- Enhances tissue elasticity, and flexibility
- Increases range of motion in joints
- Speeds up recovery from exercise and injury
- Promotes well nourished healthy skin
- Improves blood and lymph circulation
- Improves immune system functioning
- Unconditional healthy quality of touch
- Feels great
about the therapist Katherine King, BSW, RMT
After graduating with honours from her massage diploma program, Katherine achieved RMT status both in Nova Scotia and in Ontario and worked for a major spa here in the metro area for a number of years. She is a former social worker, a trained Birth Doula, Certified LaStone (hot stone massage) Therapist and has also successfully completed training in the use and application of aromatherapy.
a note on health insurance
Massage therapy as provided by an RMT may be wholly or partly covered by your health insurance plan, depending on your individual policy.*
Onsite Medavie Blue Cross direct billing is available. If your coverage is with a different insurance carrier, you will be provided with a stamped receipt to submit to your carrier along with your claim form for reimbursement.
*Some policies additionally require a physician referral and/or may only cover a portion of the cost of the treatment. All health care plans are different. Read yours carefully to determine what you need in order to enjoy this wonderful therapy with little personal expense.
MENU OF MASSAGE SERVICES
classic massage- Traditional Swedish style table massage using oils and lotions. The therapist massages skin to skin using hands, arms, and elbows in this flowing massage. A moderate to firm pressure is typically used but can be adjusted to your preference. The entire body is addressed so that you leave with a feeling of whole body awareness and superior joint, muscle, and mind relaxation.
60mins…$65 90mins…$95
therapeutic relaxation massage- Many of the wonderful elements of the classic massage are repeated in this calming treatment. A greater focus on relaxation and de-stressing is achieved through light to moderate stroke pressure, guided deep breathing, limb and body rocking and a warm wash and wrapping of the hands and feet.
60mins…$65 90mins…$95
injury/rehab massage- A great alternative or complement to physiotherapy or chiropractic services during physical recovery. Motor vehicle injuries, muscle strains, muscle overuse syndromes, chronic tissue injuries, sports injuries, postural problems and post-surgery tissue damage are some examples of what can be addressed during this type of massage. Firstly, a thorough case history and evaluation of the condition is done followed by the development of a specific therapy plan with corresponding outcome goals. A guided remedial exercise program completes this service.
30mins…$40 45mins…$50 60mins…$65 90mins…$95
just what you knead' massage- Don't want a full body treatment but still want to benefit from the feeling you get during and after a great massage? This is the treatment for you! You pick the area(s) for a more focused service - back only, back and neck/shoulders, legs and feet, legs and arms, or legs only. Any combination is fine!
This treatment is totally tailored to your specific request. Light or moderate to firm pressure can be utilized through a variety of advanced techniques. Great before any esthetic service!
30mins…$40 45mins…$50 60mins…$65
pregnancy massage- Share a moment of serenity with your 'baby on board' and minimize the discomforts that occur during pregnancy with a massage that relieves fluid retention and pressure due to weight gain, while encouraging healthy circulation and promoting restful sleep patterns. Massage during this precious time provides relief from muscle cramps, spasms, and postural pain, especially in the lower back, neck, hips, and legs. Regular visits are recommended as your pregnancy progresses.
45mins…$50 60mins…$65
Add a Birth Doula office consultation - 20mins…$15
aromatherapy massage- In this tranquil service, an essential oil blend will be custom tailored for you based on a thorough health history discussion and on an agreement of the aims for this powerful treatment. Differing blends can target different outcomes for you, the recipient, including reducing stress, uplifting one's mood, detoxifying the body, and boosting immune function and can thus aid in restoring you to optimal physical and emotional health. Your aromatherapy oil blend is then incorporated into a full or part body therapeutic relaxation massage. Add an esthetic service to complete your getaway!
30mins…$45 45mins…$55 60mins…$70 90mins…$99
Coming soon---
laStone therapy massage- The original hot river stone massage is the ultimate in relaxation and can help you reach levels of mind and body respite never before achieved. Both hot and cool stones are used as the medium for delivering comforting stroke applications which penetrate deeply into over-burdened muscles allowing mind and body tension to just flow away. You will feel positively liquefied after this soul soothing treatment. An experience not to be missed!
90mins…$130
We take appointments to suit your schedule.
Also evenings and weekends.
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