I believe my journey into health and wellness began at the young age of 7, a pivotal turning point on my path that brought a lot of growth and appreciation for life itself. I still remember reading the last birthday card I would ever get from my grandmother, one week before my 7th birthday. By the time I was 13 I had lost both my grandparents on my mom’s side to cancer and never had the privilege of knowing my dad’s mom as she passed from cancer at the age of 43. I worked at an old age home at the age of 16 and fell in love with the importance of connection, and most importantly, quality of life. I always asked myself if my grandparents could’ve done more for their health, allowing for longer lives and more experiences lived with their family.
These experiences of loss, desire for connection, and quality of life lead me into the field of massage therapy and energy work. I graduated my 2200Hr Massage & Hydrotherapy program in Kitchener, ON, in 2010 and shortly after gaining my Reiki Master qualifications. Although my passion for geriatrics was deep-rooted I found my first opportunity in my profession working in orthopaedic rehabilitation where I treated MVA, WSIB, and many post-surgery injuries. During my 7 years in orthopaedics I also completed my three-year program in Acupuncture and Chinese medicine in Toronto, ON. I wanted to be able to treat my clients with a deeper understanding of the root cause of imbalances within their bodies. In the summer of 2017, I had the opportunity to move across the country and work at a world-renowned Spa in Banff, AB for three years perfecting my techniques in relaxation and client satisfaction.
While trying to become the best healer for my clients I started to shift my approach from being the healer to also an educator. In my experience, I felt it best to provide tools and education for my clients so they could feel empowered to continue their own healing journey every day at home. Quality of life starts with preventive measures and investing in one’s health every single day. I like to incorporate many different techniques into my treatments but specialize in fire-cupping and therapeutic massage. I hope to help my clients discover a new way of being that allows them to live in balance with how much they give to others and how much they give back to themselves. Humanity thrives on connection and I hope to connect with you on your healing journey.