Born and raised in Chilliwack, Steven has been a practicing Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) since 2010 after graduating from Utopia Academy (now Vancouver College of Massage Therapy). His journey into massage therapy began during his personal battle with cancer in 2006. After successfully overcoming the illness, he was inspired to pursue a new path and enrolled in massage therapy school the following year. Steven takes a holistic approach to treatment, addressing not only the primary concern but also related compensatory areas. He incorporates a wide range of techniques, including Swedish massage, deep tissue, myofascial trigger point therapy, fascial stretching, pregnancy massage, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), joint mobilization, and neuromuscular techniques. He typically works with firm pressure but adapts to suit each client’s individual needs. With over 14 years of experience, Steven is well-equipped to create effective treatment plans that support your recovery and well-being. Whether you're dealing with muscle tension, sprains and strains, tendinitis, frozen shoulder, plantar fasciitis, post-surgical recovery (including scar work), motor vehicle accident (ICBC) injuries, or concussion-related symptoms. ... Massage Therapy is a hands on treatment approach provided by Registered Massage Therapist who are regulated with the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia. The hands on treatments help to prevent, maintain and rehabilitate physical dysfunction, injury, pain and disorders of soft tissue and joints of the body by manipulation, mobilization and other manual methods. In addition to this, massage therapy helps to reduce stress, anxiety and help to improve sleeping patterns, restlessness, digestive issues and circulation.
