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Massage therapy in South Nanaimo ***accepting new clients***

I offer direct billing to:

  • Bluecross

  • Sunlife

  • Telus Health

  • Greenshield (awaiting approval)

Afternoon and weekend availability

Wednesday 12-6pm
Thursday 12-6pm
Friday 12-6pm

Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 10am-4pm

Meet Ellie

Hello, and thank you for joining me.

As an RMT, it is my mission to support you by truly listening to your story to understand what is happening in your life, and body, so that I can tailor each treatment session to help you move, function and feel more at comfortable and at ease.

I am committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where you can deeply relax while receiving effective and personalised therapeutic care. My treatments can include massage and movement based therapies designed to address general aches and pains, soft tissue injuries and stress-related discomforts such as chronic headaches and persistent muscle tension.

I draw on a wide variety of massage techniques, including calming Swedish massage, slow deep tissue work, point specific pressure, and passive stretching, as well as breath work techniques to help soothe the nervous system and guided movement exercises that foster a holistic, whole-body approach to your healing and well being.

Outside of work, I can be found staying active and connected with nature through hiking, running and cold dips, or attending a hot yoga class. I also cherish quiet moments spent curled up with a good book or creating nourishing meals with my loved ones, all of which contribute to my overall sense of balance and wellness.

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Treatment Options

  • Using long, flowing strokes, rhythmic movements, and light to moderate pressure, this style of massage encourages the body’s natural relaxation response— easing stress and tension, encouraging deeper breathing, and promoting a deep sense of calm.

    Techniques may include:

    • Breath work, body scans

    • Swedish massage

    • Passive movement

  • Using slower, more focused techniques, this treatment gives a sense of deep pressure designed to address specific areas of tension and discomfort. Pressure is adapted to your comfort and goals, creating a treatment that is both effective and restorative.

    Techniques may include:

    • Slow, sustained pressure

    • Pin and stretch

    • Joint mobilisations

    • Swedish Massage

  • ***Coming winter 2026***

    These sessions integrate hands-on treatment with a guided movement practice. These sessions are collaborative and educational— designed to help you understand your body, move with confidence, and maintain benefits of your treatment beyond the table.

    Techniques may include:

    • Targeted soft tissue work

    • Breath and alignment cues

    • Pilates focus

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“Massage creates opportunity for movement; exercise teaches the body how to use it.”