Practitioners

Julie De Meyer, RMT

Julie's Bio:

Julie is a graduate of the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy and was invited to join LVMT even before she graduated. She utilizes a wide range of modalities including Swedish massage, myofascial release, deep tissue therapy, trigger point therapy, muscle energy techniques and joint mobilization. She is trained in sports massage and pre & post natal massage. She also works mostly afternoons and evenings to accommodate client's busy schedules.

Lei Zhu, RMT

Lei's Bio:

Lei 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 schedules and can speak fluent Mandarin should clients require that.

Trayton Holmes, RMT

Trayton's Bio:

Trayton 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 that he has gleaned from his own experiences with injuries, pain and recovery. Trayton also works exclusively in the afternoon/evenings to accommodate client's busy schedules.

Emily Graydon, RMT

Emily's Bio:

Emily 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 working with clients of all ages, and pre/postpartum mothers in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Erin Gilmore, RMT

Erin's Bio:

Erin 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, Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Therapy and Assisted Stretching. Postural re-education and Remedial Exercise are also discussed. Sessions are tailored to best address the individual needs and goals of each patient. In her spare time she enjoys pursuing creative endeavors, gardening, biking and hiking.

Rachel Green, RMT

Rachel's Bio:

Rachel 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 tissue techniques as well as Swedish massage in her treatments. She believes in incorporating homecare exercises and stretches to help maintain gains made during treatment. In her spare time, Rachel can be found riding her horse, hiking with her two large dogs, or just generally getting out and enjoying what wonderful nature BC has to offer.

Kay Womersley, RMT

Kay's Bio:

Kay graduated from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2017 and was invited to join Lynn Valley Massage because of her talent in providing an effective, relaxing treatment. She is accepting new clients and works evenings and every other Saturday.

Katrina Johnson, RMT

Katrina's Bio:

In 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 emerge looking blissful.

Carla Hector, BSc, RMT

Carla's Bio:

Carla's treatments are skilled and very focused. Carla takes far more continuing education than is required very year. She is very interested in best practices and finding the 'driver' of the pain and dysfunction. She is all business with a very sunny disposition. Bring your toughest pain mysteries to Carla.

Tina McMahon, RMT

Tina's Bio:

In 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.

Alia Zaver, RMT

Alia's Bio:

In 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 by helping to alleviate stress and tension in your daily life.

Andrea Bell, RMT

Andrea's Bio:

Andrea 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 tissue techniques, passive stretching and Swedish massage to release tension and restore balance throughout the body. Andrea can provide instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) when appropriate and requested. Treatments are tailored to best address the individual needs and goals of each patient.

Paula Jane Moore, RMT

Paula's Bio:

Paula-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 clinic PJ loves creating art, music and exploring trails with her husband and dog.

Krista Murphy, RMT

Krista's Bio:

Krista 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 modalities she enjoys providing are general Swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point release and passive stretching. Krista strives to create a safe space in her treatment room where everyone feels welcome.

Sean Brennan, RMT

Sean's Bio:

Sean 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, careful to tailor each treatment to the patient's needs.

Sean blends a variety of modalities including myofascial release, deep tissue trigger point therapy, and dynamic stretching. He has a keen interest in runners and running related injuries.

Megan Sekiya, RMT

Megan's Bio:

Megan graduated from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy. Her treatment style is thorough and versatile. Outside the clinic, she is an avid martial artist.

Amy Holland, RMT

Amy's Bio:

Amy 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 that although therapists might be different in their approach, the treatments are reliably good no matter which therapist a person sees. Amy only treats one day a week as she teaches at the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy and regrets that she cannot take on new clients.