DISCOVERY HEALTH

Abbie started her RMT journey in Ontario, graduating from the Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy. Using slow, firm, grounding pressure, Abbie’s massage practice focuses on mindfulness, body awareness, relaxation and guiding clients to feel grounded and centred within their bodies. She takes a gentle approach in meeting people where they are in their healing journey that feels authentic to each person’s goals. Here she also gained certification in Vodder Level 1 Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD). MLD massage helps to optimize lymph flow throughout the body. It can also benefit those looking to reduce tension, reduce inflammation and pain, and is well suited for clients post surgical/injury recovery. With Level 1, Abbie is happy to incorporate MLD in areas of the body where needed during massage treatments and guide through the process with care. She loved her community and camping around the lakes of Ontario, but felt called to the ocean and forests of BC. She looks forward to sharing space with you to regulate your nervous system and help you through your tension to get you back into whatever activities bring you joy.

Since 2019 Haley has supported clients through massage therapy with a focus on stress reduction, chronic and acute pain and overall wellbeing. She approaches each session with compassion and a commitment to listening and understanding her client’s goals. Her work is rooted in the belief that the body and mind are deeply connected and that healing often begins by creating space to feel seen, heard and supported. Haley is also a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and uses her understanding of the body-mind connection to navigate supporting individuals who live with anxiety, depression, life transitions and grief. She is most interested in helping others view themselves through a compassionate and curious lens which ultimately leads to understanding and room to make change possible. Her counselling style is collaborative, intuitive, and trauma-informed, drawing from modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Whether clients are seeking relief from physical discomfort, support for emotional challenges or both, Haley offers a grounded, integrative approach that honours the whole person.

Lisa graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in 2016 and through her practicum and work experience has had experience with various autoimmune disorders, nerve entrapments, and stress related injuries. This has helped her gain a deep understanding of the body’s own ability to create balance within itself and maintain function. She is constantly inspired and moved by what the body is capable of and is in constant pursuit of integrating body and mind. “My intention with old and new clients is always to help develop an understanding and awareness between functional and problematic body movements. I utilize evidence-based techniques with a holistic framework to create an individualized treatment plan that is based on client goals and abilities.” “I believe in starting where you are and moving forward with sustainable progressions” Lisa is a fitness and mindfulness enthusiast and enjoys incorporating the latest research and techniques into her practice and daily life. She has a background in cycling, competitive climbing, yoga, and meditation.

Neesa is an April 2025 graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. She has always had an interest in the workings of the human body and movement, so massage therapy was the natural career choice after spending much of her twenties travelling and working abroad. Neesa’s treatment style is best suited to those who prefer an integrative approach. She uses long, flowing strokes to promote a sense of continuity throughout the body, recognizing the interconnectedness of all its parts. By blending both active therapeutic and passive relaxation techniques, she creates treatments that are both effective and restorative, tailoring each session to the unique needs of her clients. Outside the treatment room, you can find her exploring the rivers, lakes and beaches of Vancouver Island with her dog Suni.

Stephanie is the owner and founder of Discovery Health. She loves meeting new people and getting an understanding of each persons history. Her approach varies from person to person depending on what she can intuitively pick up from the body. Through her practice, she has seen the power of simply helping the nervous system to “drop” in order to regain equilibrium through the many layers of the body; which in turn results in a faster recovery. Stephanie takes a creative approach to help determine a home-care plan that works for the individual. She is also a Certified Yoga Teacher and as such incorporates breathing into her practice. Outside of work, you can catch Stephanie in nature: trail running with her dog Django, mountain biking in the forest or playing in our beautiful oceans. She is a world traveler and even lived on the beaches of Australia for 5 years. Don’t ask her about her love for surfing though, unless you have a whole day to chat. Stephanie is trained in: CranioSacral with Upledger - Osteopathic approach to massage Hot & Cold Stone Massage - The benefits of contrast therapy