Registered Massage Therapy

Registered Massage Therapy is the manipulation of the body’s soft tissues, including muscles, connective tissues, tendons, ligaments, and joints. Massage Therapy is a clinically-oriented healthcare option that helps alleviate the discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular over-use, and many chronic pain conditions. Massage Therapy can be used to treat both acute an... Read More

Registered Massage Therapy is the manipulation of the body’s soft tissues, including muscles, connective tissues, tendons, ligaments, and joints. Massage Therapy is a clinically-oriented healthcare option that helps alleviate the discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular over-use, and many chronic pain conditions.
Massage Therapy can be used to treat both acute and chronic conditions. RMTs can work with a variety of patients in the treatment of illness, injury rehabilitation, and disability. Massage therapy can be beneficial to a wide variety of conditions and is a great addition to your everyday healthcare.

Nicole has been practicing as an RMT in Halifax since 2016. She is very friendly and professional with a speciality in deep tissue treatments. She also continued her education and has received certification in indian head massage and hotstone therapy.

Nicole has been practicing as an RMT in Halifax since 2016. She is very friendly and professional... Read More

With two decades in health care, Angela brings both experience and sensitivity to her role as RMT. Grounded in General Swedish Techniques, Angela is skilled with myofascial release and deep tissue work but also approaches her practice holistically. She sees the value in both therapeutic and relaxation massage and strives to balance both aspects of treatment for her clients. A nurse as well as an RMT, Angela has worked in various areas of the health care system. Angela graduated with honours from ICT Northumberland College in 2003 and is a member in good standing of MTANS.

With two decades in health care, Angela brings both experience and sensitivity to her role as RMT... Read More

Serena has over 13 years experience practicing as an RMT. Raised in the Highlands of Cape Breton Island, Serena went on to complete a BA at Saint Francis Xavier University, then moved to Halifax to complete her Massage Therapy Diploma, Working previously in spa and collaborative health clinics (Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Chiropractor) has expanded her knowledge base in assessment and treatment to better adapt her style to fit each massage patient. Currently a member with the Massage Therapists’ Association of Nova Scotia.

Serena’s specialty modalities include:

  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage. Experienced in both cosmetic and medical surgical post-op maintenance to decrease edema and inflammation swelling.
  • Strengthening homecare. Experienced with gym and home exercises for pain management and postural correction.
  • Prenatal Massage Certified
  • Cupping Therapy Certified
  • TMJ dysfunction

Serena has over 13 years experience practicing as an RMT. Raised in the Highlands of Cape Breton... Read More

Claire has over 10 years experience in practice as an RMT. She enjoys helping her clients maximize function and comfort, whether they are recovering from surgery, rehabilitating an injury, or dealing with chronic pains and strains. She employs a variety of general Swedish massage techniques and tailors treatment plans specific to each clients’ needs. While her treatment style is therapeutic, she always ensures her clients leave feeling relaxed. Claire can effectively treat all areas of the body.

She has a moderate pressure that can be adapted to her client’s needs and she has experience treating whiplash, PTSD, and working with clients who have had orthopedic injuries/surgeries.

Claire looks forward to working with her existing clients and welcomes new ones.

Claire has over 10 years experience in practice as an RMT. She enjoys helping her clients maxim... Read More

Alorah has over 13 years experience practicing as a Registered Massage Therapist and she strongly believes in tailoring treatments to fit the needs and wants of the individual. Her treatments are effective at relieving chronic pain while also being ultra relaxing. Alorah’s specialty modalities include:

Indian Head Massage Certified Cupping Therapy Certified Prenatal Massage Certified

In her spare time, Alorah enjoys reading, spending time in nature and cooking. Alorah is an active member in good standing with the Massage Therapists Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS). 

Alorah has over 13 years experience practicing as a Registered Massage Therapist and she strongly... Read More

Tara is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy. Since graduation she has obtained further training in Myofascial Release & Stretching (FST) , Cupping, Guasha, Deep Tissue & Prenatal Massage. Tara has been practicing Massage Therapy in Nova Scotia since 2010 and brings many years of clinical experience to the massage table. She is passionate about helping people become more mobile and finding the source of aches, pains and disability, not just treating symptoms. She is also a clinical supervisor at Eastern College, mentoring students and helping them develop practical orthopaedic assessment understanding and treatment applications in massage therapy.

Tara is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy. Since graduation she has... Read More

Angela is the owner/operator of Urban Retreat Massage Therapy. She is a graduate of ICT Northumberland College in Halifax and has been practicing since 2003.

Since graduating, Angela has built a successful practice and continues to focus on educating the public on the benefits of massage therapy as well as promoting general wellness. She has received post graduate certificates in Reiki, Craniosacral and Neuromuscular Therapy.

As a practitioner and former clinical instructor, Angela is experienced in assessing and treating postural dysfunctions, repetitive stress syndromes, chronic pain syndromes and soft tissue injuries.

She uses a variety of techniques to help treat the tissue dysfunction including Deep Tissue Therapy, Myofascial Release Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy, Reiki, and Swedish/Relaxation Massage.

Angela is the owner/operator of Urban Retreat Massage Therapy. She is a graduate of ICT Northumbe... Read More

Mary Ann has been practising as an Rmt since 1997. She has worked in a variety of settings, including spas, physiotherapy and chiropractic clinics, and has successfully run her own business for many years.

She is often renowned for her amazing deep tissue treatments but also has additional training in cupping therapy and hot stone massage.

Her strength lies, not only in her ability to identify problem areas, but to carefully, strategically and effectively heal them.

She often uses her own methods from her knowledge of what’s worked over the years and modifies them with each and every client to their individual needs.

Her approach is often therapeutic and relaxing. She is friendly, approachable, and kind. Above all, Mary ann takes great pride in making all her clients feel better with each and every session.

Mary Ann has been practising as an Rmt since 1997. She has worked in a variety of settings, inclu... Read More

Sarah was born and raised in Halifax, and has recently moved back home, after living and practicing massage in Ontario for over 20 years. She graduated from ICT Northumberland College in 1999. Sarah is passionate about massage therapy, as well as health and wellness in general. She is an ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, Canfitpro Personal Training Specialist, Certified Pilates, Yoga and Group Fitness Instructor. She is also an Advanced Usu Reiki practitioner. Sarah loves to integrate her years of experience and training into her massage treatments, where she focuses on balancing mind, body and spirit, which creates a blend of both therapeutic and relaxing effects for her clients.

Sarah was born and raised in Halifax, and has recently moved back home, after living and practici... Read More

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