Lynn Valley Massage Therapy
Our Practitioners
Meet our massage therapy practitioners.
Zakiya Pirani, RAc
View practitioner profileZakiya is a Registered Acupuncturist who embraces a holistic approach to health and well-being. She practices a gentle, patient-centered style of acupuncture and strives to create a calming, collaborative environment th…
Brian Kushniruk, RAc
View practitioner profileBrian’s compassionate heart and dedication to easing suffering create a safe and nurturing environment for patients seeking physical, emotional, and spiritual balance. Each treatment is personalized, ensuring that patie…
Dalyce Marr, RMT
View practitioner profileDalyce graduated from VCMT in 2024. With a strong interest in supporting relaxation and reducing pain, she pursued a career in massage therapy to help others release tension, recover from injuries, and find balance in t…
Brandon Nguyen, RMT
View practitioner profileBrandon majored in Kinesiology at SFU and knew he wanted to work manually with human anatomy and movement and enrolled at the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT) to become an RMT. Brandon really enjoys helping p…
Abbie Larose, RMT
View practitioner profileAs an avid outdoors person, Abbie knows the benefit of being able to do the things you love in a pain-free manner. She has a special interest in injury rehabilitation & prevention, pre & post-natal care, as well as post…
Lauren Johnston, RMT
View practitioner profileLauren graduated from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2021 and also holds a Bachelor of Physical Education & Coaching with a Diploma in Sport Science from Douglas College, where she played on the women's vol…
Erin Gilmore, RMT
View practitioner profileErin trained at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy and graduated from the 3000 hour program in 2009. Erin's treatment style draws on a variety of techniques with a focus on Integrated Myofascial techniques, Swedi…
Donna Jean Walters, RMT
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Melissa Komarnicky, RMT
View practitioner profileMelissa graduated in 2013 from VCMT. She is passionate about massage therapy and is motivated by a desire to make a difference in the quality of her client's lives. She uses deep tissue techniques to increase mobility, …
Rachel Green, RMT
View practitioner profileRachel is a recognized Graston Technique® (GT) provider, and employs instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) when appropriate and requested. She also incorporates modalities such as myofascial release, deep…
Philip Pistruga, RMT
View practitioner profilePhilip is passionate about providing therapeutic treatments and homecare exercises tailored to each client's unique goals and preferences. Philip uses a variety of modalities and has a special interest in orthopaedic co…
Lei Zhu, RMT
View practitioner profileLei graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2014. Her treatments are focused, quite deep, effective and a good balance of therapeutic and relaxation. Lei works evenings to accommodate client's busy s…
Emily Graydon, RMT
View practitioner profileEmily graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2017 and has been working on the North Shore ever since. She employs a variety of modalities to release tension and restore alignment in the body. She enjoys …
Trayton Holmes, RMT
View practitioner profileTrayton was born and raised in Lynn Valley and recently returned to contribute to the community he grew up in through his massage practice. In his treatments he incorporates a wide variety of techniques and philosophies…
Katrina Johnson, RMT
View practitioner profileIn practice since 2011, clients often remark that Katrina has a naturally healing and nurturing energy. Her presence is exceptionally grounding and her treatments are deeply relaxing and still highly effective. Clients …
Tina McMahon, RMT
View practitioner profileIn practice since 2006, Tina's treatments are focused, effective and a good balance of therapeutic and relaxation. No matter your job or your sport, Tina knows how to treat the misalignments that life brings.
Andrea Bell, RMT
View practitioner profileAndrea graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2017. Her treatments are focused and have a good balance of therapeutic and relaxation. She utilizes a variety of modalities such as myofascial release, deep…
Alia Zaver, RMT
View practitioner profileIn practice since 2002 and a mother of 3 active boys, Alia welcomes the quiet space that her work offers her where she can concentrate on just one person! She is focused on optimizing your physical and mental wellbeing …
Paula-Jane Moore, RMT
View practitioner profilePaula-Jane (PJ) graduated in 1994 from Sutherland Chan School of Massage Therapy. She is a lifelong learner and passionate about helping her clients to achieve optimal health and balance in their lives. Away from the cl…
Krista Murphy, RMT
View practitioner profileKrista is a graduate of Vancouver College of Massage Therapy and has special interest in treating tension related complaints while incorporating a multifactorial approach and practical homecare prescription. Some modali…
Sean Brennan, RMT
View practitioner profileSean has been a registered massage therapist since 2018, and is a graduate from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. Born and raised in North Vancouver, Sean has experience working with a wide variety of patients,…
Megan Sekiya, RMT
View practitioner profileMegan graduated from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy. Her treatment style is thorough and versatile. Outside the clinic, she is an avid martial artist.
Gillian Andersen, RMT
View practitioner profileIn practice since 2007, Gillian graduated from The West Coast College of Massage Therapy, 3000 hour program. Her treatments are focused, providing a good balance between therapeutic and relaxation. Gillian utilizes a va…
Amy Holland, RMT
View practitioner profileAmy opened Lynn Valley Massage Therapy in 2007 with the intention that clients try out several therapists to see who they best fit with. She is very choosy when hiring therapists and is thrilled by the frequent feedback…
Celine Wong, RMT
View practitioner profileCeline graduated with Honours from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2022. She is dedicated to helping clients reach their goals; including pain relief, decreasing stress, increasing mobility and minimizing sy…
Dana Ghareeb, RMT
View practitioner profileEducation PhD experienced , Neuromuscular Science/Kin, UBC Okanagan MSc Winthrop University, Sports-related injuries, South Carolina, USA BSc Exercise Science, Salahaddin University, Kurdistan Manual Osteopathic Thera…
Joshua Dowthwaite, RMT
View practitioner profileBorn and raised in England, Josh moved to Canada to pursue his passion for the outdoors, building a career as a ski instructor and whitewater rafting guide. His journey into massage therapy began through his own experie…
Kayeon Lee, RMT
View practitioner profileI have seen first hand how massage can heal those with injuries, chronic pain, and systemic ailments, as I grew up massaging my mom who’s had chronic pain since I was young. The most rewarding part of massage therapy fo…
Susan Ward, RMT
View practitioner profileSusan has been practising massage therapy in BC for more than 25 years! After graduating from West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 1999 Susan worked in many resort settings including Langara Island Lodge, CMH heli-…