Drawn to acupuncture after personally seeing a multitude of benefits in my own health and wellbeing; it is an honor to practice this centuries old modality.

In my years of practice I have seen my patients come back to themselves. I am grateful to hold space, to be that listening ear along their journey. My areas of passion include acute and chronic pain cases, migraines and headaches, GI disturbances, and nervous system regulation. Often times our nervous system has been dysregulated for a prolonged period, giving rise to a multitude of physical manifestations. Impacting your mental health, sleep, digestion, concentration, energy levels, fertility and your menstrual cycle, just to name a few.

I am a CTCMA Registered Acupuncturist with a compassionate and holistic approach. Utilizing acupuncture and other traditional Chinese medicine treatment modalities such as cupping, moxa, gua sha, and tuina; my ultimate goal is to get you relief from the ailments that are preventing you from living your life to its fullest.

Feel free to also check out my personal acupuncture website www.acupunturewithlindsay.com or follow along on my Instagram page @acupuncturewithlindsay.

Outside of the clinic, you can find me exploring all that is Vancouver Island. Hiking, trail running, surfing, snowshoeing, paddle boarding or just relaxing on the beach with friends. The west coast has stolen my heart, and I am ever grateful to call the Island home.

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Brody has been an RMT since 2022 and continues to seek education through relevant research articles and courses. He uses a combination of manual therapy techniques and active therapy tools to help you achieve your goals. Whatever your reason may be for seeking massage therapy, Brody is here to help!

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Gary’s main interest and focus in his practice is to help patients toward their goals, which may include rehabilitation, performance, pain relief and/or stress management.

Gary’s current practice is informed by continuing education with an emphasis on biomechanics and the biopsychosocial model of pain. Beyond hands-on treatment, he seeks to gain understanding through discussion and assessment, and to make sure patients have self-care tools to take control of their needs between treatments. Gary graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria in 2012.

Outside of work Gary enjoys spending time with his wife and family, and pursuing his latest interests in vegetable gardening, mountain biking, and strength training. Every year he takes some vacation time to visit family in the Kootenays and whenever possible goes on camping trips with his wife.

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Sophie practiced as an RMT in the Maritimes before relocating to Victoria. She is able to deliver treatments that are specific to the patient’s needs, to help with functional limitations, pain, and general relaxation. She likes giving deep tissue massage.

She has a passion for providing a better health care experience. She believes in more natural alternatives to reach your health goals.

She is also trained in Chinese Acupuncture which gives her a unique perspective on healing. Her treatments use both an Eastern and Western approach.

When Sophie is not with clients she can be found hiking with her dog, traveling or doing yoga.

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Kaitlin’s treatments are billable to insurance, and we are working hard to ensure that we can offer direct billing for her appointments. While we get her on to insurance portals, please come prepared to pay for your appointment and submit to your private insurance. If you have any questions about booking, please call the clinic.

Kaitlin graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in August 2022. She has always had a passion for helping people, and is successful in treating stress-related concerns, injuries, and both acute and chronic pain with varied techniques from deep tissue therapy to relaxation techniques.

When Kaitlin is not at the clinic you can find her keeping herself physically and emotionally active by spending time outside, working out, or snuggled up on the couch with a good book and her dog.

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Meet Brenden, an impassioned physiotherapist dedicated to crafting a unique approach to your rehabilitation journey.

With a keen focus on understanding you as an individual and delving into your lifestyle, Brenden aims to pinpoint the root cause of your injury, biomechanical dysfunctions, or any lingering issues. His ultimate goal is to curate a progressive, personalized rehabilitation program that seamlessly integrates into your life. Brenden’s academic journey, starting with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from the University of Jamestown and culminating in a Master’s in Physiotherapy from Brunel University in London UK, underlines his comprehensive expertise in both exercise and rehabilitation.

Having spent the last two years in the dynamic private sector in London, Brenden has honed his skills in catering to a diverse clientele, ranging from teenagers to seniors and encompassing various fitness levels. His specialization in sports-related injuries showcases his versatility, working with individuals striving for a more active lifestyle to professional athletes. Passionate about the transformative effects of exercise and proper movement on the body, Brenden encourages a proactive approach to rehabilitation. Brace yourself for an experience that involves movement and a hint of exertion – a testament to Brenden’s commitment to your holistic well-being.

Now offering his expertise in Victoria, BC, Brenden is eager to assist you in rediscovering the activities you love, whether you’re a weekend warrior or a cherished senior member of the community.

In his downtime, Brenden finds solace in exploring the abundant trails of the island, hitting the gym, planning his next travel escapade, and cherishing moments with friends and family.

Embark on your journey to recovery with Brenden – book your appointment now and witness the fusion of a patient-centered approach with unparalleled enthusiasm for progress and results.

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Marcel comes to Equilibrium with over 25 years of sport medicine and health care experience. Marcel is a Registered Massage Therapist and an Athletic Therapist giving him a unique approach to healthcare; his approach to wellness is movement based combining traditional therapy with strength training strategies. As a massage therapist his approach is a myofascial release base combined with postural alignment strategies including joint mobilization, muscle energy and tissue release techniques. Recently Marcel has started incorporating applied neurology as part of his treatment protocol. Applied neurology involves techniques that calm the brain which quite often is the main limiting factor in returning to optimal health. Whether you are looking for treatment for an acute sport injury, rehab from a surgical procedure, recovery from a hard workout or just a relaxation massage, Marcel has you covered. The end goal is always to help clients become a more robust person and to continue to live a healthy active life. While Marcel has worked his entire career with elite athletes at World championships and Olympic games t his motto has always been “you don’t have to be a world class athlete to receive world class treatment!” When not in the clinic you can find Marcel out on the hiking trails, on his road bike or camping in the backcountry. If you have time to spare, ask Marcel about his never-ending quest to brew the perfect espresso.

Having dual certification as an athletic therapist and a registered massage therapist, his rehab approach is movement based, combining traditional therapy with strength training strategies. As a massage therapist his approach is a myofascial release foundation combined with numerous other deep tissue strategies he has perfected over the years. Marcel started his career with the Toronto Blizzard Soccer club and from there went on to work with National Teams including Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams, Athletics Canada, Rowing Canada, Volleyball Canada and Speedskating Canada. He has also worked in several healthcare settings including private practice and post secondary institutions most recently at the University of Toronto’s David MacIntosh Sport Medicine clinic. Marcel has been to three winter Olympics and countless world championships, Pan AM games and Commonwealth games. Although he has worked with world class athletes his whole career, he maintains that “you don’t have to be a world class athlete to receive world class treatment!” Marcel has been fortunate to have lived across Canada including Victoria BC, Calgary Alberta, and St. John’s Newfoundland.

When not providing therapy services Marcel can be found exploring the trails and rivers/lakes in all seasons or trying to learn songs.

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Carolina has been practicing physiotherapy since 2005. She is a passionate professional with the main goal of enhancing her patients quality of life. During her years of practicing, Carol has had the opportunity to work in different patients and to treat a variety of pathologies, mainly those related with the spine. As a physiotherapist, she believes that every patient should be offered a unique approach to therapy, considering all components of their well-being.

Carolina graduated and completed her Masters degree at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte-Brasil. She advanced her skills with a postgraduate degree in Traumatology, Orthopedics and Sports Physiotherapy, Global Postural Reeducation (RPG) & Sensoperceptive Postural Restructuring and a training course in Pilates Rehabilitation, in addition to several other courses. She has an extensive experience in Manual Therapy techniques as well as Clinical Pilates and has treated a broad range of patient demographics. She believes that finding and treating the root cause of injury and moving properly is the key to treatment.

In her free time, she loves to spend time at the gym, to travel, to visit new places, to read and to spend time with her loved ones.

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Committed to tailoring personalized treatment plans, Joshua is passionate about assisting in your journey to achieve your wellness goals while delivering a relaxing and rejuvenating experience.

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I practice an effective pain-free acupuncture style that will end your cycles of aches, pains, and stresses.

My focus is to get your body to circulate blood, assimilate nutrients, and eliminate toxins; as this treatment emphasis allows your body to heal itself. Throughout my experience, I have learned to listen and respond to how your body uniquely copes with your health problems.

I have been practicing acupuncture since 2010 and I consistently see great results using gentle and precise techniques based on Traditional Chinese Medicine and Japanese Meridian Therapy.

My clients have been through it all and want to return to a healthy, active life. I help them get there. And stay there.

I am currently working at Equilibrium’s Yates Street and Tillicum Road locations

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Dasz provides empathetic, comprehensive, and holistic, client-centered care. His goal is to help patients to recover, manage, and prevent injuries through individualized treatment, home care, exercise, and lifestyle changes.

Dasz is working at all 3 of our Equilibrium Clinics, so he has a wide variety of appointments times open.

He is experienced in treating a wide range of conditions from: work and sports-related injuries, accidents, postural imbalances, chronic conditions, and systemic conditions. He is is a graduate from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy.

Dasz is a well-respected local endurance road cyclist with a wealth of experience in injury prevention, athletic development, and maintenance. He is also a father who enjoys spending time with his family and friends.

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Colleen Liang RMT has been a massage therapist since 2005. She believes in providing optimal health by delivering evidence based massage therapy treatments. Growing up in Nelson BC fostered her continued love of the outdoors. With a childhood filled with hiking, biking and skiing, Colleen was inspired at a young age to pursue her passion for optimal health through her post secondary education and competitive cycling career.

Colleen holds a Bachelors Degree in Health Sciences along with her Registered Massage Therapy Diploma from West Coast College of Massage Therapy (2005). After graduating, she began her professional career at Peak Performance Chiropractic Health Care in Vancouver, British Columbia. Her practice focused on competitive athletes and community health. Prior to moving to Victoria, British Columbia in 2013, she worked with Dr. Nigel Liang and Associates to diversify her treatment approach and professional development whilst continuing to support the competitive athlete community.

Colleen continues to learn and adapt the most current approaches to treatment through numerous professional development courses. She strongly believes that patient health and wellness is optimized through patient centered care, evidence informed treatments and integration with other healthcare professionals.

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Olivia specializes in women’s pelvic health, women’s breast health and gender diverse top surgeries.

Some of the common pelvic floor related conditions that Olivia treats include:

• Incontinence (urinary or fecal)
• Pelvic organ prolapse
• Pelvic trauma or injuries to the tailbone or pelvis
• Dyspareunia (pain with sex)
• Pelvis related pain (including low back pain, hip pain, pubic pain)
• Vaginismus
• Vulvodynia
• Endometriosis related symptoms
• Interstitial cystitis / bladder pain syndrome
• Period pain
• Pregnancy & postpartum

Olivia works with clients throughout pregnancy and postpartum to help with:

• Preparing you to have an empowered, positive birthing experience
• Incontinence (urinary or fecal)
• Dyspareunia (pain with sex)
• SIJ pain
• Low back pain
• Hip pain
• Pubic symphysis pain
• Round ligament pain
• Exercise
• Birth preparation
• Perineal tearing / episiotomy recovery
• Scar management (perineal and c-section)
• C-section recovery
• Diastasis recti (abdominal separation)
• Pelvic organ prolapse
• Postpartum exercise and return to running
• Retraining the pelvic floor muscles

Olivia works with breast health clients treating the following conditions:

• Pre and post breast surgery (mastectomy, lumpectomy)
• Pre and post top surgery (all genders)
• Scar management
• Cording
• Shoulder movement restrictions
• Muscle tension
• Decreased strength
• Postural changes
• Blocked milk ducts

Olivia completed her Doctor of Physiotherapy degree in 2019 at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. She has taken numerous postgraduate training courses including:

• Women’s Health Training Associates Maternity and Pelvic Floor Health Comprehensive Course Certification
• Continence and Women’s Health Level 1
• Continence and Women’s Health Level 2
• Bulletproof Your Body - Pelvic Floor and Core Level 1
• Nutrition Recommendations Relating to Women’s Health Physiotherapy
• Recognizing and Treating Clinical Conditions Related to the Pelvic Floor
• How to Implement a Biopsychosocial Approach in Pelvic Pain
• Healing Pelvic Pain and Abdominal Pain
• Role of Manometry Assessment for the Investigation of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
• Comprehensive Physical Therapy of the Breast Cancer Patient
• Advanced Rehab Techniques in Breast Cancer
• Pelvic Health Physiotherapy in the Trans Community
• Intro to Gender Diversity – Expanded

Olivia will work with you to create an individualized treatment approach from a holistic view to help you reach your own personal goals.

If you have any questions, please contact us at 250-388-7888 so we can answer any questions directly.

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Chloe graduated from the massage therapy program at Camosun college in 2022. She has years of experience working in a spa setting and likes to provide a calming space for you to unwind for your treatment. Chloe uses techniques such as general Swedish massage, myofascial release and trigger point release to help you achieve your goals. In her spare time you can find Chloe out hiking, experimenting with arts and crafts, and traveling. She is looking forward to meeting you!

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Roger graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2015. Previously practicing in a massage therapy clinic in Port Coquitlam, he now calls Victoria home and is proud to join the Equilibrium team. Roger has a passion for helping people and has experience treating a wide range of patients from kids to seniors and people living with various conditions. He has had the opportunity to treat patients in a variety of facilities such as Ronald McDonald House, George Pearson Centre, Onsite drug detox facility, Royal Columbian Hospital, Positive Living Society, and at events like the BMO Marathon.

His expertise includes Trigger Point Therapy, Lymph Drainage, Joint Mobilizations, Myofascial Release, Sports Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, Swedish Massage, in addition to muscle strengthening and stretching techniques. With these tools, he hopes to not only eliminate discomfort but also provide a relaxing and healing experience.

Roger believes that in order to be an effective therapist for his patients, he must set a good example and take care of himself mentally and physically. Outside of the clinic, he enjoys hiking, travelling, watching films (he also has a diploma in Film Studies!), listening to music, eating vegetarian cuisine and spending quality time with his wife.

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Dave has been practicing massage therapy in the city of Victoria for 10 years and lived in the area for more than 40 years.

As an ‘island boy’ Dave spent much of his youth adventuring in our great outdoors. From ocean and white water kayaking to hiking to skydiving Dave has tried just about everything the island has to offer. For nearly 20 years Dave could be most likely spotted mountain biking the trails in and around Shawnigan lake. Lately Dave lives a quieter life in Saanich. He spends much of his time with his wife and teenage son, taking him to and from various lacrosse activities or hiking the trails around the south island. He has held on to a love for the outdoors, recently having spent over a year working in Horticulture, Landscaping and Arboriculture in and around the Greater Victoria area and the Cowichan Valley.

With a passion for Myofascial massage Dave has shifted and blended his techniques with an evidence based approach while keeping in touch with his roots in years of effective practice. He firmly believes that patient participation, focus and interaction are the keys to a healthy and productive therapeutic relationship. Dave looks forward to putting his years of experience to work for you to help you improve your daily life by helping you align your personal, mental and physical selves and achieve a more balanced being.”

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Dana’s focus is to prioritize restoring balance and well-being to the body by not only targeting specific concerns, but also looking at the body as a functional unit. Pursuing an interest in the inter-connectivty of the body’s systems, Dana has begun schooling at an osteopathic college and hopes to incorporate techniques learned there during his treatments to make for a more well-rounded approach to healing and rehabilitation

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We are happy to have Jenny with us from March until the end of May 2023. Going forward, Jenny will be spending March, April, and May each year in Victoria; online booking for her treatments will become available in January. If you would like to be notified when Jenny’s schedule is available for booking, please let a member of the admin team know.

Jenny graduated from Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy in 1996 and she practiced in Ontario, focusing on Deep Tissue, Thai and Craniosacral Treatments.

In 2011, she moved to Thailand to continue her studies of Thai Massage with leading masters and an international massage community. She has been teaching Thai Massage in Thailand and Canada since then.

Jenny also practices TokSen, meditation, yoga, acroyoga and Tai Chi.

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Glen has been in private practice as a Registered Massage Therapist for over 30 years. He has been an Instructor at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy and the Sutherland Chan College of Massage Therapy as well as serving as the Vice-President of the Association of Physiotherapists and Massage Practitioners of BC. He is a member of the Registered Massage Therapy Association of BC and the College of Massage Therapists of BC.

In addition to his Massage Therapy practice, Glen is also certified as a Hakomi Therapist and Teacher.

Having traveled extensively around the world, Glen is working on writing a series of short travel stories. Glen performs with the group Mystic Journey which showcases the Middle Eastern Sufi poetry of Rumi and Hafiz in Victoria, BC.

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Sam graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in April 2022.

Born in Victoria, Sam has lived most of his life on the west coast. A history of labour intensive jobs has given him an appreciation for chronic pain management, fuelled in part by his own struggles with cluster headaches. With a passion for helping to relieve others of their own pain, especially headaches or chronic conditions, Sam enjoys providing massages in a relaxing and stress-free environment. He mixes Swedish Massage with other techniques depending on the condition and preferences of the client, and looks forward to learning more modalities throughout his career.

When not massaging, Sam enjoys camping, cooking, reading and playing board games.

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Travis was born and raised in the West Kootenays and studied massage therapy in Victoria. He has a keen interest in biology and physiology. He has been an RMT since 2016.

He uses a combination of myofascial, Swedish massage and deep tissue techniques with focus on looking at the body as whole to address the root causes of health concerns.

Travis is looking forward to working with you to achieve your health goals.

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Born and raised on Vancouver Island, Anneke moved to Victoria in 2013 to attend the University of Victoria, where she fell in love with this beautiful city. She graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in April, 2022. Anneke has an interest in working with people managing chronic conditions, and is excited to continue learning about pain science. She also enjoys providing relaxation treatments as a way to ground the mind and body.

Anneke uses techniques such as General Swedish Massage, Trigger Point Release, and has an intuitive approach to massage. She looks forward to continuing to learn new modalities in the future.

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Jessica is a registered acupuncturist and graduate of Pacific Rim College. She creates calming, nurturing treatments using acupuncture and other Traditional Chinese Medicine practices such as cupping, moxibustion, tui na massage, and gua sha.

Jessica came to love acupuncture for its multifaceted abilities to treat her shoulder pain, emotional traumas, digestive disharmonies, and menstrual issues. For over 15 years she has studied the body and holistic healing through meditation, teaching yoga, and practicing yoga therapy and circus arts such as trapeze.

Her background studying holistic midwifery and attending births gives her a special affinity for supporting patients through the reproductive and menstrual phases of life.

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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.

Alex says: ‘’I love my job! I have been a healthcare practitioner all my life, and helping people is my destiny”.

Alex’s favorite hobbies are jogging, camping, wood-crafting, and going to the gym.

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Martine has recently relocated to Victoria and brings with her a passion for all things Health & Wellness. With extensive experience in a wide variety of specialized techniques including Myofascial, Thai, Shiatsu, Suikodo.

Martine incorporates these different methods alongside general Swedish Massage to achieve structural harmony and achieve long lasting results.

With a primary focus on rehabilitative therapy Martine looks beyond short term symptom relief to address the root cause; blending clinical skills with more intuitive based ancient practices; utilizing a holistic whole body outlook to client centered care.

Guidance through education plays a key factor in Martine’s approach, empowering others to be the driving force of their success through effective postural coaching and guided self care; Martine strives to make a positive impact with each treatment.

In her spare time you will find Martine exploring her new surroundings, through discovery of nature and delicious food!

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