JESSICA JOY KNOX, Owner, RMT, Yoga and Pilates Instructor

Jessica is a Registered Massage Therapist. She has been working as a health care practitioner and Yoga Instructor since 2001. Along with Massage Therapy, Jessica has also obtained diplomas in both Jin Shin Do (Body Mind 5 Element Acupressure) and Shiatsu (Japanese Acupressure). Jessica has completed level 1 of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) training.

As a therapist, Jessica draws on her background in eastern medicine and philosophy to find the root cause of dysfunction and restore equilibrium, while treating the body as a whole. Jessica’s orthopedic background and knowledge of human anatomy and physiology allows her to utilize a wide array of Massage Therapy techniques such as; Myofascial Release, Applied Tensegrity, Muscle Energy Technique, Trigger Point Release, Manual Lymph Drainage, Joint Mobilization, Fascial Stretch Therapy, Applied Somatics and Therapeutic Exercise to address physical pain and dysfunction.

Jessica has completed two Yoga Teacher Trainings, is a Stott trained Pilates Rehab Therapist and is Certified in Functional Range Conditioning (FRC). Jess has been joyfully facilitating and leading Yoga classes and workshops since 2001. Jessica’s approach to yoga integrates her background in physical science with her love and study of eastern philosophy and practice. She blends a variety of Yoga practices she has studied over the years with Therapeutic Exercise exercise, Pilates and somatic balancing techniques. Grounded in the belief that Yoga is meditation in motion, both enlivening and stilling the body, heart and mind. Jess’ classes and sessions are designed to create internal and external integrity through proper alignment and by balancing strength with flexibility. Her orthopedic background shapes the intent of each class, session and treatment through keen observation and a dedication to healing, injury prevention and rehabilitation. Jessica blends massage and myofascial release in to all of her classes and workshops.

Jessica loves to feel deeply connected and to be surrounded by beauty, so she is often in nature. She loves to laugh, cook and be creative, and is happiest outside and at home with her fur babies and sweetheart Jim.

NICOLE SING, RMT

Since attending the West Coast College of Massage Therapy Nicole has been interested in connective tissue and the treatment and release techniques of the 3D web like structure of Fascia.

In 2012, she started to focus her work on the Tensegrity model of the human body after experiencing the effects CoAT Method had on her stubborn soft tissue injuries sustained from a car accident. CoAT (Course of Applied Tensegrity) works with the tension and integrity of the Fascial system. There are no isolated parts to a Tensegrity unit, the entire system responds as a whole. CoAT is a tool to provide gentle yet deep, effective work to regain and maintain ease and fluidity in the body while deepening the relaxation response, decreasing pain, and restoring a sense of general well-being.

CoAT principles can be integrated with common massage techniques to provide longer lasting results. The understanding of fascia is essential to the dance between stability and movement – crucial in high performance, central in recovery from injury and disability, and ever-present in our daily life from our embryological beginnings to the last breath we take.

Nicole is also a Holistic Nutritionist and loves to incorporate this approach in to her practice.

KATIE TWOHIG, RMT

Fascinated by the wonders of the human body and always a curious learner, Katie has found purpose and joy in her career as a Registered Massage Therapist.

Katie believes in the importance of tailoring treatments to the unique experiences and goals of each individual and is enthusiastic about creating the best treatment experience for everyone she treats. While her treatments can be deep, specific and focused, Katie seeks to integrate relaxation techniques into all of her massages with a belief in allowing for the body’s innate ability to heal and balance itself.

Katie utilizes a blend of Swedish, Myofascial release, joint mobilizations and both passive and active muscle stretching modalities in her treatments. She strives to educate her clients on self-care routines and offers stretching and exercise guides to assist.

When not providing massage therapy, Katie embraces an active healthy lifestyle and it is a core value she practices in her daily life through mindfulness, forest walks, yoga, family time and growing lots of vegetables!

Katie strives to achieve balance and vitality and she is passionate about being able to help her clients accomplish that through the benefits of massage therapy.

CAELI MARSH, RMT

Caeli is a graduate of the West Coast Collage of Massage Therapy in Victoria. As a Massage Therapist, Caeli treats with a holistic approach, and a belief that the mind and body are connected. Caeli aims to bring overall relaxation and calm to the body and mind through massage techniques that regulate the nervous system. Her goal is to make treatments as individualized and therapeutic as possible to create balance in the body.

Caeli is an advocate for self care and likes to share relaxation techniques with her clients. Caeli practices mindfulness in her own life and makes self care and movement a priority.

Caeli is outgoing, active, curious and adventure loving. She loves yoga and movement of all types. This love of movement has lead her to study the miraculous working of the body and to become a massage therapist. Caeli loves to be outside and by the beach. Adventures and travel bring her joy.

HALEY TRENT, RMT

Haley is a graduate of West Coast College of Massage Therapy in New Westminster, BC. With a background in Personal Training, Haley has always had a passion for health and wellness.

A strong believer in the healing power of massage, Haley offers Therapeutic Massage with a focus on relaxation to soothe the nervous system. She focuses on enhancing her clients quality of life and well being, with a results-driven emphasis on decreasing pain and increasing mobility and ease while in the treatment room.

With a passion for travel and new experiences, massage therapy is the perfect career for Haley because she can help others and follow her traveling dreams. When Haley is not traveling, you can find her cooking plant-based meals, hanging out with her dog, exercising and seeking adventure on her motorcycle.

ALLY AUSTIN, RMT

Ally graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Science. Shortly after, she undertook a Yoga Teacher Training where she realized Massage Therapy was the perfect combination of her passion for science, the body and movement. 

Ally is a 500+ hour Certified Yoga Teacher with a specialization in prenatal yoga. Ally has always been interested in working holistically with people within the health and wellness community. She explored multiple paths before she found her way to massage therapy. Ally's curiosity about the physical body lead her to fall in love with yoga and massage. She combines her yoga and massage therapy knowledge to provide a well rounded treatment aimed to support your wellbeing. 

Ally is excited to connect with you. If you have any recommendations on great restaurants, hiking trails or anything else Victoria has to offer she would love to hear it! 

DESTINEE HUNTER, RMT

Destinee is a recent graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy here in Victoria.

Destinee is a passionate yoga practitioner that has received certificates in a 200 hr Yoga Teacher Training and a Zenthai Shiatsu Level 1 training. These trainings fueled her to dive deeper into the life altering benefits of mindful movement and touch, which led to her decision to study Massage Therapy after 15 years in the hospitality industry.

Destinee's focus is to assist others in feeling more at ease within their bodies by allowing their overstimulated nervous system to reset while decreasing musculoskeletal adhesions and addressing range of motion restrictions. Coming from a Yoga, Shiatsu and Thai massage background, Destinee values healthy joint mobility and is looking to increase your mobility while decreasing stress and tension in the body. To accomplish this goal, Destinee implements various forms of stretching into her General Swedish Massage treatment such as Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) stretching, Pin and Stretch and Passive Range of Motion along with breath work and joint mobilizations.

Other things that light Destinee up are teaching Yogassage (Restorative Yin poses with adjustments and massages), ocean swimming, taking selfies with her cat, volunteering in the community and at festivals, forest walks and ecstatic dance.

COLE NAKAMURA, Reg. Acu.

Cole is a licensed Practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He studied at Tzu Chi International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Vancouver. His mission is to spread the magic of TCM to help people feel empowered to heal.

Cole was born in a small town in Alberta called Taber. He became interested in acupuncture at 18 after seeing it help his Mother's anxiety. He was inspired so much by his own experiences with acupuncture that he decided to switch jobs, cities and studies to pursue his destiny and become a TCM Practitioner himself.

Cole's practice includes Acupuncture, Herbology, Cupping and Tui Na (Chinese Massage). Cole has a very hands on approach and loves to use massage to calm the nervous system and deepen his understanding of what the body is holding. He's excited to incorporate the hydrostones in to his treatments and dive in to facial acupuncture using the skin and the face as a diagnostic tool for bringing inner balance. Helping clients balance their nervous systems to decrease stress and pain and improve their quality of life is very rewarding to Cole. He has made it his goal to pass along the knowledge of the ancients of TCM and open the minds of his patients to a different way of medicine.

Cole has seen benefits for people who suffer from skin problems, menstruation issues, digestive problems, mental disorders, insomnia, arthritis, and anxiety. He is driven by the idea of helping people in a dark place and helping them see the light again.

In his spare time Cole loves to dance and go for hikes. He also loves sports, both playing and watching. He always feels best around running water and mountains. If he is not working, he can be found in nature exploring the beauty of Earth.

Currently, he is working on his energetic skills and getting connected with the practice of Reiki. Cole incorporates energy and crystal healing in to his treatments if his clients are open to enhancing their treatment in this way.

JORRIE THORS, RMT

Jorrie has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2011 and is a graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy.

Jorrie works with a wide variety of conditions, and offers a safe space to each one of her clients. She welcomes all ages and abilities. She has experience treating clients with complex health conditions, as well as those recovering from surgery. Her goal is to make each treatment feel both therapeutic for the body and calming for the mind.

Jorrie has completed training in pregnancy and postpartum massage, visceral manipulation, craniosacral therapy and a range of therapeutic movement and exercise techniques. She likes to incorporate a variety of techniques in her treatments. Jorrie practices Jade Stone Massage and is excited to use her training with the Therapeutic Hot and Cold stones in to her treatments at A Balanced Body.

In her practice and in life, Jorrie feels compassion is paramount. She loves that massage therapy is a blend of science and creativity. She strives to tailor each treatment to every client’s unique needs.

When she is not practicing massage therapy, Jorrie loves to go on adventures with her daughter, create art, spend time with her pets, connect with nature, and study the intuitive arts. She is a dedicated yoga practitioner.

LINA KONOVALOV, Reg. Acu.

I’m Lina, a new Acupuncturist at A Balanced Body. I have a profound and keen interest in human nature and our collective well-being. I hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree from McGill University, and a Diploma of Acupuncture from Pacific Rim College. 

My journey towards holistic healing led me to explore the ancient wisdom of yoga in India, where I immersed myself in yogic studies at the renowned Sivananda Ashram. Today, my passion for yoga continues to inspire me as I teach and practice daily at Lab Studios, recognizing the body as both a temple and a vessel for self-discovery.

I became a Registered Acupuncturist in October 2023. I am trained in both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Five Elements acupuncture. My expertise extends to Cosmetic Acupuncture and Myofascial Release, empowering you to address both aesthetic and functional concerns.

I have a keen interest in sports medicine. I specialize in treating acute and chronic injuries, to ensure a swift and effective recovery. My experience also encompasses emotional dysregulation, stress, anxiety, sleep conditions, and digestive concerns. I employ additional modalities including Cupping, Gua Sha, Tui Na Massage, and Diet Therapy, and tailor treatments to meet your unique needs.

In my practice, I believe that your body speaks magnitudes, telling a story of your physical and emotional well-being. My mission is to help you tune in to yourself, guiding you to listen and respond to your body's needs. With a deep interest in the intricate connection between the mind and body, I approach healing from the inside out, understanding that mental states manifest in the physical form.

I believe Acupuncture is a profound method for introducing space and softness into your being when everything else feels like “too much”. When you give yourself the opportunity to pause and breathe, you uncover your inner strength.

MISCHA HARRIS, Reg. Kin. FST

Mischa grew up in Victoria and fell in love with sports at a young age, playing beach volleyball for Team Canada and indoor volleyball for UBC before being sidelined with chronic injuries. Aiming first to fix his own body, Mischa started to learn everything he could about injury rehabilitation and prevention, following up his Bachelor’s of Human Kinetics with a Masters in Experimental Medicine. Through this process, Mischa began to see that to make the biggest changes, each person needs to be treated as a whole. For him this means looking at how the whole body moves, not just the painful areas, and also connecting how mental and emotional states affect the physical body. Mischa loves helping people have “aha” moments about their movement and health and connecting the dots to help restore pain-free movement, relaxation, and joy.

Mischa is a Registered Kinesiologist, Fascial Stretch Therapist, Certified Health Coach, Registered Yoga Teacher, and Pneuma Breathwork facilitator, and has done extensive training and research with the Functional Movement Screen (FMS) and Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA). He’s worked with the Canadian Olympic Teams in Volleyball, Soccer, and Field Hockey and is currently furthering his education in the Osteopathic Manual Therapist program with the Canadian School of Osteopathy.

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