Dr. Brandon Somlo is a chiropractor who is passionate about helping families and athletes. He believes that a healthy spine leads to less pain and better movements,
whether it is being able to walk to the mail box or to perform at the next level in sports.
Dr. Somlo earned his Bachelor of Science from University of Guelph in 2013 and his Doctor of Chiropractic from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2018. Dr.Somlo can provide patients with spinal/extremity manipulative therapy by hand or by tools and myofascial release therapy. He is certified in Smart Tools, which is regarded as an effective treatment technique for soft-tissue injuries.
Dr. Somlo has extensive experience with sports and sports injuries. He has been playing ice hockey for 22 years. Dr. Somlo can provide rehabilitation exercises that he learned from years of being a personal trainer.
Dr. Somlo has experience in rehabilitation of the body to get it to its natural self. He strives to help each patient reach their goal whether it be returning to work, to sports or any movement that is limited. He also cares about prevention measures to keep your family
healthy. He does ergonomic assessments and concussion prevention treatment and rehabilitation. His diverse experience with sports and sports injuries gives him first-hand knowledge of what specific treatment is required to return to sports, along with techniques for minimising the likelihood of re-injury.
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From the ages 4-5, she has memories of going to Parksville for an annual family trip. She would pick out some 5 cent candies which she paid for by giving her family hand, foot and back massages!
Her RN mother was very familiar with bi-weekly massages and told her she had a naturally good touch. You could she was an aspiring MT her whole life!
Eryn started receiving massage therapy at 17 following a neck injury from soccer. Around the same time, she applied to the WCCMT program!
Eryn spends the majority of her time outside of work walking her dog, going on hikes and weight training. She strives to help other get back to a lifestyle they find best suits them.
Eryn incorporates specific techniques such as trigger point release, passive modalities and deep fascial work.
From the ages 4-5, she has memories of going to Parksville for an annual family trip. She would p...
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Tai is a registered massage therapist who enjoys working with patients of all ages and backgrounds to achieve their physical and mental well-being through the art of massage and relaxation. Whether you’re dealing with stress-related musculoskeletal issues, chronic pain, or acute injuries, Tai will find a way to work with you to regain your desired level of health and happiness.
Tai also offers hot stone massage, incorporating heat and relaxation techniques to further enhance the therapeutic experience.
On his days off, you can find Tai enjoying a variety of sports ranging from tennis, pickleball, and squash to hiking and exploring the outdoors. Victoria, BC is a beautiful place to live and explore — so if you’re experiencing any physical barriers that prevent you from enjoying our exquisite nature and scenery, let Tai help you get back in shape to do so!
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Her approach involves targeting areas of discomfort through specific techniques and firm pressure. She uses her knowledge of anatomy to guide her treatments, incorporating valuable tips for stretches and other movement-related practices. She graduated in Toronto and has been practicing since 2018.
Over the years, she specialized in treating stress-related issues, soft-tissue post-injuries, and chronic pain. She leans deeply into calming the nervous system by redirecting pain perception, addressing trauma resolution, and relaxing the mind and body.
Her desire to help others traces back to her upbringing surrounded by nurturers and caretakers, motivating her to pursue a career in Massage Therapy. Her mission is to hold space for everyone in their journey, where they feel heard, seen, and supported.
In her free time, Gwen enjoys gravel biking and hiking. Bouldering has been her new activities to stay active, explore the body’s limitations, challenge herself, and keep the body moving.
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Xian is away for the month of October doing Rolfing training. He will be back in December. To learn about Rolfing click here
Xian is a registered massage therapist and a graduate of Mount Royal University. With a focus on manual therapy, Xian is dedicated to helping clients manage pain, improve mobility, and recover from physical strain. He uses in non-traditional techniques such as RAPID NeuroFascial Reset, Graston Technique®, and Fascial Stretch Therapy™, all aimed at promoting structural balance and optimizing movement. Xian further honed his skills in myofascial release by studying with Tom Myers, author of Anatomy Trains. He is currently studying Rolfing at Rolfing institute.
Each session begins with a thorough health history review and physical assessment to ensure a personalized treatment plan. Xian uses slow, sustained pressure—ranging from a few ounces to several kilos—tailoring the treatment to your comfort and specific needs. At times, he may guide you to move or stretch to help release fascial layers and improve the mind-muscle connection.
Though most of the work is performed on the massage table, some techniques may involve sitting, bending, or standing to achieve optimal results. Clients are encouraged to wear gym-appropriate attire, such as shorts, a sports bra, or a loose t-shirt/tank top. Xian’s goal is to help you move freely, reduce pain, and restore lasting comfort and balance.
Treatments Offered: deep tissue fascia work Structural integration RAPID NeuroFascial Reset, Graston Technique®, Fascial Stretch Therapy™, Myofascial Release,,
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Astrid graduated from the Camosun College Massage Therapy Diploma Program with Honours in 2024.
Astrid is committed to excellence in all aspects of her work and is always searching for continuous learning and growth. She has 10 years of Manual Osteopathy experience, and she is a true believer in care and commitment as sources of healing. Astrid has gained valuable experience in treating musculoskeletal injuries as well as helping patients, having the opportunity to
apply her knowledge to diverse patient populations.
Her treatment approach is to help quiet the client’s nervous system and promote wellness by creating a relaxing environment. She is also able to provide deeper treatments using these same principles either with soft techniques or mobilizing the joints, having more active treatments.
Astrid is particularly drawn to using her knowledge as a way for patients to get back to their activities of daily living or favorite hobbies.
Astrid graduated from the Camosun College Massage Therapy Diploma Program with Honours in 2024.
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Regina grew up deeply connected to movement, with a lifelong love of sports—especially volleyball. She graduated from the Alberta College of Massage Therapy and is registered to practise in both Newfoundland & Labrador and British Columbia.
Regina brings her enthusiasm for active living into every treatment. She blends Swedish and therapeutic techniques to ease tension, restore mobility, and support her clients in feeling their strongest and most grounded. She’s a firm believer in the power of movement to enhance both physical and mental well-being, and she tailors her approach to help each person reach their individual goals.
Outside the clinic, you’ll often find Regina at the gym or spending time by the ocean with her family.
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Hailey is a recent graduate of the RMT program and is born and raised on Vancouver island. She is passionate about helping clients reach their goal by utilizing techniques such as myofascial, neuromuscular, and deep tissue; ensuring to provide a personalized, effective treatment.
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Dr. Stevie holds a firm belief that everyone is an ‘athlete’ whether they are competitive, want to move more, move better or keep moving. If you are looking to improve performance, take that hike, or play with your grandkids, Dr. Stevie wants to help you get back to what you love most!
Since childhood, athletics has been an important part of Dr. Stevie’s everyday life, which has included competitive gymnastics, soccer, dance and cheerleading. She understands the demands of sport, the will to return to training and the importance of supporting your team. Chiropractic kept her competing and moving in her developing years while her teammates sat out with injury after injury.
Dr. Stevie’s unique background allows her to focus on the needs of her ‘athletes’ to provide individualized care consisting of manual therapy, functional exercises, and kinesiology taping. Specialized care provides not only immediate results and control over your pain but education regarding your symptoms and your body to help provide long term relief and confidence.
Dr. Stevie Newman Szeps is a graduate of New York Chiropractic College completing her Doctorate of Chiropractic with Honours in 2016. Her fascination with human movement has led her to the realization of just how central and important it is to life itself. As such, she continues to learn new ways to incorporate movement into each and every day to maintain and improve quality of life.
Let Dr. Stevie help get movement back in your life!
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Alexander graduated from Camosun’s Massage Therapy program in 2022. He specializes in deep tissue treatments, as well as trigger point therapy, and general neuromuscular techniques. He strives to provide the best care possible to achieve your goals.
In his spare time, Alexander enjoys cooking, baking, playing the bass and guitar, exercising, and playing Dungeons & Dragons with his friends.
He is excited to meeting and working with you!
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Alex’s diverse clinical experience and solid medical background are in good standing throughout his practice in multidisciplinary clinics in Ontario and British Columbia.
As an RMT, Alex treats a wide range of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. He especially focuses on neck and back pain, “frozen shoulder”, pregnancy and post-partum, post-surgical rehabilitation and everyone in between.
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Alex practices RMT both stationary (at the Equilibrium clinics) and mobile.(at the client’s home).
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Alex says: ‘’I love my job! I have been a healthcare practitioner all my life, and helping people is my destiny”.
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Alex’s favorite hobbies are jogging, camping, wood-crafting, and going to the gym.
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Dirce is a Registered Massage Therapist with over a decade of experience, dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-informed care. She offers specialized support for individuals pre & post breast/chest procedures, including breast cancer, elective surgeries, and gender-affirming procedures.
Dirce has completed all levels of training with the Mastectomy Guide Mentorship six-month program, gaining advanced knowledge in post-surgical care, complications, and safe treatments for patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation.
She treats a wide range of conditions such as frozen shoulder, tension headaches, pregnancy-related discomfort, postpartum recovery, back pain and more, using a blend of Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue, and Swedish Massage techniques.
Practicing at Equilibrium Therapeutics Eagle Creek in Victoria, BC, Dirce continues to bring warmth, skill, and dedication to helping each patient feel their best.
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Sylvia has always had a passion for helping people discover the body’s innate ability to heal and recover through a balanced blend of Western and Eastern medicine. Acupuncture has become the perfect path for her to follow this calling.
Her journey began more than twelve years ago as a Paramedic, where she provided acute care in moments of crisis. Over time, her passion shifted toward treating the complexity of injury and illness in a more holistic way. This led her to study Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), where she discovered how Eastern medicine can beautifully complement Western approaches to health.
Sylvia has received extensive training in orthopaedic sports medicine acupuncture, which allows her to offer sports medicine and physiotherapy-style treatments. She focuses on injury rehabilitation, pain management, and supporting active individuals in reaching their highest potential.
By combining her background in emergency medicine, her training in TCM, and her advanced skills in sports medicine acupuncture, Sylvia provides a comprehensive and integrated approach to healing. Whether someone is recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or seeking to optimize overall wellness, she tailors treatments to support both body and mind.
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Erick has been a Massage Therapist since 2014. He enjoys working on a wide range of people from office workers to professional athletes
He believes everyone can achieve healthy body movements and does functional assessments to choose which techniques you will benefit from.
Working with your goals, he will tailor each massage according to your needs, with a focus on connecting the mind and body. He often uses a combination of deep tissue massage. myofascial trigger points, myofascial release and myofascial stretch in his treatments.
Come and meet him and take the journey towards freedom in movement together.
Erick habla español también.
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Brennan is a registered massage therapist working in Victoria, BC. Through his current clinical practice he has had the opportunity to work with a diverse population of people from all walks of life. From weekend warriors and elite level athletes to those living with advanced medical conditions, Brennan will work with any type of client to help them achieve physiological peace and improve their quality of life. In treatment, Brennan desires to build strong therapeutic relationships with his clients, joining them on their journey to wellness. His personal treatment philosophy is to work with the client instead of on the client, and he believes in applying a modern, evidence informed approach to traditional massage practices. Brennan is also a student of the internal arts of India and China, and he loves to integrate the practice of yoga, tai chi and qigong into his treatments. While areas of interest include stress reduction, injury prevention, and improved postural awareness, Brennan is confident that he can provide massage therapy to meet each client’s individual needs.
Outside of the clinic, Brennan can be found practicing tai chi in the park, contemplating a good read, or cooking up something delicious with his family and friends.
Brennan is a registered massage therapist working in Victoria, BC. Through his current clinical p...
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Max Arora is a Registered Massage Therapist at Equilibrium Therapeutics, offering care at both our Tillicum and Eagle Creek Victoria locations. Max provides individualized, evidence-informed massage therapy designed to reduce pain, ease tension, and support long-term well-being. His approach is rooted in presence, compassion, and a deep respect for the body’s natural capacity to heal when given the right conditions.
Before becoming an RMT, Max spent over five years working as a certified personal trainer, coaching clients in strength training, movement, and rehabilitation. This foundation gives him a strong understanding of functional movement patterns, posture, and how everyday habits contribute to discomfort or injury. His experience as a Raynor Massage Practitioner further shaped his appreciation for the emotional and energetic dimensions of healing, which continue to influence his work today.
Max’s treatment style is integrative and adaptive. He uses a blend of myofascial release, deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, active manual release, and breath-guided techniques to help patients feel more at ease and more at home in their bodies. Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic tension, or seeking stress relief, Max meets you exactly where you are — creating a supportive, collaborative space for your goals.
Outside the clinic, Max can be found hiking local trails, paddling the coastline, exploring new movement practices, or reading about fascia, neuroscience, and philosophy. His commitment to balanced living informs his therapeutic philosophy: healing isn’t forced — it’s facilitated through awareness, intention, and kindness.
Max is currently accepting new patients for massage therapy at Equilibrium Therapeutics Tillicum and Eagle Creek.
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Taylor was born and raised in Victoria, British Columbia before moving to Ontario to complete her University Degree. She graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the University of Guelph where she played varsity field hockey before attending the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Toronto to earn her Massage Therapy diploma in 2017.
Since a young age Taylor has been actively involved in the sporting commuting playing a variety of sports. Her favourite sport is field hockey where she competed at Provincials and Nationals, and the University of Guelph Varsity team earning OUA and CIS medals. Through her own sports injuries and knee surgery Taylor became very interested in how to heal the body and decided to pursue a career in massage therapy.
In her spare time Taylor can be found hiking with her dog, exploring parks with her son and paddle boarding the beaches of Victoria.
Taylor believes that massage therapy is an important component to maintaining a healthy balanced lifestyle. Whether you are coming in for an acute injury, injury prevention or ongoing stress management there is a treatment plan for everyone.
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Growing up in the Okanagan Valley, Aja was always active and enjoying the outdoors. Her first experience with Massage Therapy came after an injury when she took a bad fall off a horse and has since helped her recover from other injuries and manage chronic pain. This, along with wanting a career where she could help make a positive difference for people, her fascination with learning human anatomy and physiology, and her passion to help create lasting change is what made her want to become an RMT
Aja graduated from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2020 and has since experienced working with a wide variety of people and conditions. This includes chronic pain, sports and overuse injuries, whiplash, headache, nerve compression and TMJ disorders. She primarily uses a blend of Swedish massage, myofascial release, joint mobilizations, and stretching techniques. As an RMT, Aja believes that proper assessment, patient education and homecare are important to creating a treatment plan that supports each individual in achieving their goals.
When she’s not at work, Aja enjoys walking, swimming, riding horses, reading, knitting, and experiencing all that the island has to offer.
Growing up in the Okanagan Valley, Aja was always active and enjoying the outdoors. Her first exp...
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We’re thrilled to share that after being initially registered in Ontario, Tabitha Legere is now a Registered Massage Therapist in British Columbia and will be providing RMT services at both our Eagle Creek and Tillicum Rd locations.
Tabitha brings a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to massage therapy, combining clinical precision with a deeply compassionate touch. With years of experience addressing muscular tension, postural imbalances, and stress-related discomfort, she designs individualized treatment plans that help her clients restore balance, reduce pain, and feel their best.
Her philosophy centres on empowering clients through education, mindful movement, and personalized care — supporting lasting improvements in both physical and emotional well-being.
Outside the clinic, Tabitha enjoys family adventures and exploring everything the beautiful city of Victoria has to offer.
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Kalina is an April 2024 graduate from West Coast College of Massage Therapy and is from Victoria.
Throughout her two years at the college, Kalina developed a variety of techniques tailored to address the needs of each individual client. Kalina enjoys performing various myofascial release techniques, deep tissue treatments, trigger point release, and active and passive stretching techniques.
Her main focus surrounds improving client goals and encouraging client rehabilitation through consistent and accurate treatments, as well as providing beneficial home care at the end of each treatment.
On her days off, Kalina enjoys hiking with her dog, beach adventures with her friends, and any event that has some good tunes. She is excited to meet you and work with you!
Kalina is an April 2024 graduate from West Coast College of Massage Therapy and is from Victoria....
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Hello! My name is Rachel. From a young age, I knew I wanted to both understand and help people. The field of psychology combined these aspirations in a way that continues to guide and inspire my work today.
I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology from the University of Saskatchewan. Before becoming a counsellor, I spent over a decade supporting hundreds of academic research studies at the University of Saskatchewan, deepening my understanding of human behaviour through a research-based lens.
In my counselling practice, I bring a compassionate, humanistic, and client-centered approach that is trauma-informed, holistic, culturally aware, strengths-based, and justice-oriented. I work with individuals facing a wide range of concerns including trauma, substance use, co-occurring mental health and addiction challenges, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, sleep issues, PTSD, self-harm, suicidal ideation, distress tolerance, and chronic illness.
I currently offer virtual counselling services through Equilibrium Clinics and am committed to walking alongside each client with care, respect, and curiosity.
Hello! My name is Rachel. From a young age, I knew I wanted to both understand and help people. T...
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Ainsley is a 2023 graduate of West Coast College of Massage Therapy. After dancing for over ten years, her love of dance fuelled her passion for an active and physical wellness-centred career. Through her time at WCCMT, she developed a fascination with the nervous system and the physiological effects of stress on the body which inspired her to complete a case study on the effects of massage therapy in treating chronic stress and anxiety, and utilizes her knowledge to create a welcoming and safe environment in her treatment room. She uses a blend of myofascial release, Swedish massage, and yoga influenced homecare to create a treatment plan that is tailored to fit into the lifestyle of each patient.
When she’s not in the treatment room, she loves dancing, taking her big black lab on walks, and telling stories about her dogs and their adventures.
Ainsley is a 2023 graduate of West Coast College of Massage Therapy. After dancing for over ten y...
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Mary Langer RMT graduated from WCCMT located in Victoria in 2008. Her interest in strength, health and optimal mobility grew from her background as a figure skater and the conditioning that accompanied her training. She enjoys using many modalities in her treatments to help patients obtain overall wellness and body awareness. By setting clear, realistic goals in treatment planning Mary hopes to help each individual with their unique needs. Mary is passionate about the powerful ability for the body to heal when given the ideal tools. She looks forward to exploring and learning with each patient.
Mary Langer RMT graduated from WCCMT located in Victoria in 2008. Her interest in strength, heal...
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