about salt wellness

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Ryan believes that taking the time to properly communicate with his patients to diagnose and treat them is the most important part of his job. Ryan's work is reflected by him building trusted relationships with his patients so that they can feel safe and assured to be able to become grounded and release their stress. Pre and post-assessments as well as prescribing proper home care is also essential in achieving a patients desired outcome. Ryan graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2008 and has been practicing since 2009. In the course of Ryan career, he has treated a variety of conditions including: whiplash, tension headaches, Morton’s Neuroma, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, sciatica, oedema, lumbago, migraines and more. Some of the techniques he prefers to use in his practice are: Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Craniosacral Therapy, Trigger Point Release, Muscle Energy Technique and Passive Stretching. In his private time he  loves playing soccer, philosophizing, walking in nature, and playing music.

Candie has been a bodyworker for 7 years. She combines both Eastern and Western techniques with stretching, acupressure points, and moving energy through meridians. Including deep tissue massage to relax tense muscles while invigorating your body’s blood flow and promoting health through proper relaxation,  Brazillian lymphatic drainage massage to encourage circulation and stimulation of the nervous system. She is working towards a RMT designation and is also a master in Usui Reiki. Her signature specialty includes reiki techniques, and chakra balancing to promote further healing. Candie loves the challenge of working with those experiencing chronic pain, specifically in the neck and shoulders, hips and also those who suffer from headaches and sciatica. Her philosophy for all her work is based on removing obstacles that block our abilities to see, hear, feel and connect more intimately with our own mind, body and spirit.  

Jenna’s path in the healing arts began with her first Yoga Teacher training in 2011 at Yandara Yoga Institute. It was there that she first learned about Somatic Psychotherapy.  Her first teacher in the field of Somatic Psychotherapy was a Buddhist teacher, yoga innovator and psychotherapist from Toronto named Michael Stone. She went on to complete a professional counselling program in Somatic Trauma Therapy (Relational Somatic Therapy) from 2017-2018. Some of her other areas of study and specialization include: Therapeutic Bodywork and Yoga, Tibetan Usui-Reiki energy healing, Yin Yoga, Trauma-Informed Yoga and Hanna Somatics. Currently, Jenna is studying therapeutic Qigong and continues her zen practice with the Mountain Rain Zen community. 

Jenna is passionate about helping her clients explore and establish mindfulness and meditation practices as a part of their daily life. She also loves collaborating with health and other allied professionals who are interested in growing an understanding of Somatics and would like help integrating these principles into their own practices.

Connection chats/calls virtually during my office hours every other Tuesday

*Somatic Therapy is not a substitute for medical care or clinical mental health support. However, it will support and enhance any form of treatment.*

Song; a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner (TCM P) Registered Acupuncturist (R.AC), and a Certified Manual Osteopathic practitioner (DOMP and MOCC).  Song was additionally trained by the AMCT chiropractic school on using the activator technique to help balance the spine and skeleton. He uses a variety of techniques during a session and often blends therapies including, massage, myofascial release, craniosacral balance, visceral manipulation, acupuncture, cupping, osteopathic manipulation and activator-assisted trigger point release. He has been practicing for over 7 years and brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our Salt team.

 Shauna is a dedicated Registered Massage Therapist who values a holistic approach to wellness—placing a strong emphasis on patient-centered care.

Shauna’s knowledge and experience, coupled with her calm, intuitive demeanour help create a healing experience for her clients. From reducing stress, improving pain free motion, and recovering from injury or illness, Shauna takes pride in working collaboratively with her clients to meet their individual needs.

Some techniques used include: •Myofascial Release 

•Deep Tissue 

•Swedish Techniques 

•Trigger Point Release 

•Diaphragmatic Breathing

When not in the clinic, you can find Shauna enjoying the outdoors, spending time by the ocean, cold dipping,  stand-up paddling, hiking and practicing yoga. By connecting with nature and engaging in these activities, she finds inspiration that further enhances her passion for wellness.

I am a passionate, nurturing and calm therapist, and mother of two, who is versatile in assisting people with spiritual, mind and body healing. I have a diploma in Counseling , 2 years Qigong and Shamanic healing experience and am also currently training to be a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Acupuncturist.

I also have experience with Tuina Massage (a type of massage involving muscles, tendons and ligaments) as well as:

- Acupressure

- Guasha (Detox and Fascia Release)

- Foot Reflexology

- Ear Reflexology

- Cupping

My interests and hobbies include meditation, awareness through movement,  Qigong, Martial Arts and various social dance classes. I am fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese. I like to provide a healing and nurturing treatment to balance mind, body and soul.