Click on a therapist to read more information about them.  Rates differ based on the type of treatment and whether the therapist charges GST or not.  All treatment times include consultation, assessment, and treatment. 


Nathan Garrison, RMT
Massage Therapy Treatment
30 minutes    $52.50
45 minutes    $68.25
60 minutes    $84.00
90 minutes    $126.00

Celeste Ford, RMT
Massage Therapy Treatment
30 minutes    $52.50
45 minutes    $68.25
60 minutes    $84.00
90 minutes    $126.00

Russell Yoshida, RMT
Massage Therapy Treatment
60 minutes    $90.00



Colin Crooks, RMT
Massage Therapy Treatment
30 minutes    $50.00
45 minutes    $65.00
60 minutes    $80.00
90 minutes    $120.00

Pamela Ewasiuk, RMT
Massage Therapy Treatment
30 minutes    $50.00
45 minutes    $65.00
60 minutes    $80.00
90 minutes    $120.00

            Hot Stone Massage
            60 minutes    $95.00
            90 minutes    $135.00

            Maya Abdominal Massage
            Initial (2hrs)  $130.00
            60 minutes    $80.00
            90 minutes    $120.00

Nathan Garrison, RMT

Days of work: Monday - Friday

Nathan was a graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2005 and is now the owner of Gordon Head Massage Therapy.  

He is a calm, dedicated and caring massage therapist, focused on treating and releiving pain and dysfunction. Some of the people Nathan has helped include nurses, desk workers, athletes and students. His gentle yet specific technique is especially effective at treating deep muscle pain and tension. 

Nathan's philosophy towards massage is this: he believes that every person is unique and brings a different challenge. Therefore, every treatment he does is unique and focused. He believes that massage therapy can be a profound and extraordinary experience and he enters into each treatment with that in mind, determined to give the most effective treatment he can.

Continuing education training Nathan has taken since graduating include 
            Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD), 
            Schweitzer's Deep Tissue Therapy, and 
            Active Release Techniques (ART) for the lower limbs.

Nathan Garrison is an exceptional, professional massage therapist who is committed to resolving severe chronic pain issues from physical injury. He has made the difference in my life.  A history of sports and work related injuries turned my life from participatory, active and enjoyable to physically immobile with unrelenting neck and shoulder pain and intense, unstoppable headaches.

When I first started seeing Nathan I had almost given up hope of ever hiking or taking walks again, as simple garden-strolls could cause muscle spasms resulting in fierce headaches lasting for days.  My life went from happy independence to daily pain filled misery, sometimes even wondering if I could get out of bed.

Weekly massage therapy visits with Nathan inched me back to hope, laughter and well being.  Because of the chronic nature and history of the injuries, it took a while to recover but this summer I backpacked the Rockies, and now have resumed a weekly fitness schedule.

In the course of my recovery, Nathan has been a true massage therapist/health practitioner, answering questions, explaining anatomy, teaching appropriate exercises and in the end, being a profound part of the reason of why I can fully participate in an energetic lifestyle once again.  I’ve already recommended him to others who are locked in the pain cycle with physical ailments that don’t improve.  And yes, he’s making a difference to them as well.

-Jean Terlesky, 2008

Celeste Ford, RMT 

Days of work: Monday,Wednesday, Sunday

Since graduating from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2006, Celeste has been expanding her personal health practices and learning from some of the world’s leading authorities on health, nutrition, cleansing, personal development and environmental issues. As a native of Victoria, Celeste enjoys spending time outdoors with her dog, riding horses and picking up new hobbies like playing the piano and hula hooping.

Celeste believes everyone has the right and ability to achieve radiant wellbeing. As well, she understands the many stressors that affect our health in the modern world. Believing that the healing process can be easy and enjoyable, her gentle approach invites profound shifts toward balance and change. She enjoys sharing information in a way that compliments her client’s individual therapeutic goals while compassionately supporting positive choices one step at a time. 

Working with a wide range of techniques, Celeste focuses on a combination of myofascial release, trigger point therapy and craniosacral therapy to help restore and maintain balance in the body. She encourages people to take an active role in their health regime and her aim is to support the innate healing wisdom of each individual. 

Celeste has a special interest in the treatment of women’s health issues including pre/post-natal care and she has facilitated successful treatment for conditions such as headaches, TMJ dysfunction, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, frozen shoulder and post surgical rehabilitation to name a few. 

Always open to new experiences and learning, Celeste values working alongside other primary health care providers and is very excited to share her wisdom and skill as part of the team at Gordon Head Massage Therapy.

Celeste is excited to meet you and looks forward to supporting you in your personal journey to greater wellness.

Russell Yoshida, RMT
       
Days of work: Friday, Saturday

Russell Yoshida began his healing arts journey in 1997, when he was introduced to Massage Therapy. Successfully becoming a Registered Massage Therapist, he has worked professionally for over 10 years. While working with the human body he discovered there was a piece missing.

He furthered his education in 2003, studying Traditional Chinese Medicine, in Victoria, British Columbia. From his studies he discovered the missing piece; the energetic system of the body. Russell has developed a unique technique which bridges the gap between Eastern and Western philosophies, to assist in harmonizing the body’s physical and energetic systems.

As a healer, Russell is constantly seeking creative new ways to foster a dynamic learning environment  while promoting high quality compassionate patient care.

 

Colin Crooks, RMT

Days of work: Tuesday - Friday

Colin is a Registered Massage Therapist with a diploma from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy (Victoria campus). He moved to Victoria in 2000, from the small mountain town of Invermere, BC. He became a health care worker in 2004 and has worked in a variety of settings such as extended care homes, mental health and with the mentally and physically disabled. Colins’ health care background has given him a calm, caring, gentle foundation on which to support you on your journey to health.             

Colin has a passion for the rehabilitative process and a genuine enthusiasm to help each person find their optimal health. He personalizes his treatments based on the techniques best suited to reach each individual client’s goals. Colin enjoys treating a diverse array of conditions such as: sports injuries, whiplash, post surgery rehabilitation, musculoskeletal dysfunctions (headaches, frozen shoulder, general Aches and pains etc.), as well as repetitive strain injuries and lymphatic congestion. Colin is a strong believer in the whole body approach to wellness and strives to find cause and effect relationship between stress, pain and dysfunction.              

Colin’s firm, efficient style blends soft slow rhythmical techniques with the most effective method indicated to lull each person into a relaxed state, allowing the patient to attain the maximum benefit from massage.  

Colin is proud to be a part of the team at Gordon Head Massage Therapy and is excited to share his experience and skills with you on your road to health and wellness.

Pamela Ewasiuk, RMT 

Days of work: Wednesday - Saturday

Pamela is a B.C. Registered Massage Therapist, Certified Spa Practitioner, Herbalist and Certified ATMAM (The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage™) Practitioner.

She has experience in the practice of the healing arts since 1997. When working with Pamela, you receive the benefit of her experience and training with Massage Therapy, plant medicines, prayer and ceremony, Shiatsu, Thai Massage, Ayurveda , Reflexology, Healing Touch, The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage™, labour & birth support, women’s Transition House Support Work and Motherhood.

Living up North on the Islands of Haida Gwaii for many years has brought Pamela closer to the natural world, the rhythms of Mother Earth and building and creating community. Teachings from the elementals, Elders and spiritual wisdom keepers woven with conventional training in Massage Therapy, healing arts and life’s experience create the healing facilitation that Pamela shares in her practice today.

Pamela will be offering:

Therapeutic Massage: Pamela's treatment approach is based on identifying root causes, and treating the body as a whole with a variety of skilled techniques including: deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, Muscle Energy Technique, Isometric Release, joint mobilization and hydrotherapy. A unique treatment is created to address a specific condition, injury or concern, integrating a full spectrum of therapeutic and holistic techniques.

Hot Stone Massage: Use of warm, smooth basalt, jade and various healing stones for a warming, rhythmic full body massage. Cool marble stones are integrated for a contrast effect to melt areas of chronic tension and for facial massage to freshen the face.

Maya Abdominal Massage:  A non-invasive, external abdominal treatment. Improves organ function by releasing physical and emotional congestion from the abdomen, effective for both men and women. This technique applies anatomy, physiology, herbology, naprapathy (the study of ligaments, joints and muscles), Massage Therapy and the Ancient Maya healing techniques to address common female and male complaints. The technique works by relieving congestion and blockages to improve the 5 flows- blood circulation, lymph, nerve and chi to help prevent the progression of chronic disease symptomology. This treatment is recommended for women with painful or irregular menses, any dysfunction with menstrual cycle, fertility challenges, digestive challenges, pregnancy. Recommended for men with prostate issues, chronic urinary tract infection and digestive challenges.