Sarah, She/Hers

My interest in therapeutic touch originated during childhood, when I would massage my Mum’s low back injuries, my Dad’s arthritic hands and my Papa’s leg post amputation. Massage Therapy was a natural progression to further develop the instinctive skills I used to care for my family. I’ve had additional training in pelvic assessment and treatment, whiplash associated disorders, cupping, Gua Sha and nerve mobilization and more. My other areas of clinical interest are treating acute and overuse injuries, management of chronic illness and auto immune conditions, abdominal massage, TMJ, pregnancy and postnatal treatment. I’m also fascinated by the relationship between mental health, the body and the brain’s role in chronic pain and trauma. I strive to empower clients with open discussion about concerns such as areas to be treated and levels of undress to ensure a safe and effective massage therapy experience.

I teach at Algonquin College in the Massage Lab and supervise in our Student Massage Clinic. I value the opportunity to frequently review the skills and knowledge I learned during my education, further develop my communication skills and share in the passion of the profession with new, burgeoning massage therapy students. I also appreciate that the Student Massage Clinic allows for more affordable Massage Therapy care for the Ottawa area.

I strive to provide client centered care to each and everyone of my clients. I try to be conscientious about verbal and non verbal communication, am comfortable with chatty and quiet clients alike. When not treating, I’m often found curled up with a good book and my cats, cooking, playing board games with friends, or attending music and art events. I also try to stay active through yoga and a variety of outdoor activities.