Therapeutic massage uses soothing strokes and kneading techniques to decrease muscle tension and to increase relaxation. It is beneficial for those who want to de-stress and a great treatment for those who are experiencing massage for the first time.
What is Therapeutic Massage?
Shortens recovery time from muscular strains by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes.
Increases circulation.
Has a soothing effect on the nervous system.
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Meet Our Therapeutic Massage Specialists
Angela MacDonald
RMT, Owner/Operator
Angela is the owner/operator of Urban Retreat Massage Therapy. She is a graduate of ICT Northumberland College in Halifax and has been practicing since 2003.
Alorah Goodfellow
RMT
Alorah has over 13 years experience practicing as a Registered Massage Therapist. Her treatments are effective at relieving chronic pain while also being ultra relaxing.
Mary Ann Anton
RMT
Mary Ann has been practising as an Rmt since 1997. She has worked in a variety of spas, physiotherapy and chiropractic clinics, and has successfully run her own business.
Serena Dixon
RMT
Serena has over 13 years experience practicing as an RMT. Currently a member with the Massage Therapists’ Association of Nova Scotia.
Nicole Riley
RMT
Nicole has been practicing as an RMT in Halifax since 2016. She is very friendly and professional with a speciality in deep tissue treatments. She also continued her education and has received certification in indian head massage and hot stone therapy.
Sarah Aucoin
RMT
Sarah was born and raised in Halifax, and has recently moved back home, after living and practicing massage in Ontario for over 20 years. She graduated from ICT Northumberland College in 1999. Sarah is passionate about massage therapy, as well as health and wellness in general.
Claire Smith
RMT
Claire has over 10 years experience in practice as an RMT. She enjoys helping her clients maximize function and comfort, whether they are recovering from surgery, rehabilitating an injury, or dealing with chronic pains and strains
Tara Chisholm
RMT
Tara is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy. Since graduation she has obtained further training in Myofascial Release & Stretching (FST) , Cupping, Guasha, Deep Tissue & Prenatal Massage. Deep tissue. Gua sha & myofascial.
Amy Tourlousse
RMT
Amy has five years experience practicing as an RMT. Originally from Ontario, she practiced at PhysioPlus Health group in the West Bloor Village of Toronto, treating sport related injuries, MVA’s, post-surgery recovery and more