Jason’s practice draws on a diverse background in sport, education, and clinical training. He first earned a Bachelor’s of Kinesiology with a Psychology minor from the University of British Columbia Okanagan, where he also competed on the varsity soccer team, before completing his RMT diploma at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria, BC. His hands on experience includes working with elite athletes from the Canadian National Rugby programs and Pacific FC of the Canadian Premier League. Nearly ten years as a Personal Trainer adds another layer to his approach, allowing him to seamlessly blend active rehabilitation with therapeutic massage.

Jason tailors each session to the individual, incorporating techniques such as General Swedish massage, Myofascial work, Trigger Point Release, and Deep tissue therapy. His evidence informed approach emphasizes pain reduction, improved mobility, and long term wellness for clients of all activity levels.

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Manu’s practice is a combination of deep therapeutic treatment, including trigger point and myofascial release, relaxation to support integration, and nervous system regulation, and functional movement based therapeutic exercises to improve both bio-mechanics; how we move, and posture; how we stand.

For the past 15 years Manu has been training and working in the field of holistic health including conscious connected breathwork, qi gong, tai chi, functional movement, yoga, meditation, transformational life coaching and men’s work.

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Registered Massage Therapist, Owner

If you would like to book an appointment with Nathan and cannot find an appointment soon enough please put yourself on his waitlist.

Nathan Garrison, the owner of Saanich Massage Therapy & Wellness Ltd. graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2005. His years of massage experience include working with Canada’s Olympic track and field team.

Nathan is a calm, dedicated and responsive massage therapist, focused on treating and relieving pain, and restoring function. He has honed a gentle, deep tissue technique that is especially effective at targeting deeper layers of tension with minimal discomfort.

“I believe we each receive the challenges in life that allow us to grow and evolve. Sometimes, however, we need help in overcoming these obstacles. We can carry the disharmony of the mental stress and physical trauma of these challenges deep within our bodies as muscle tension. The therapeutic work needed to release this tension does not have to be painful. Every treatment I do is unique and sensitive to you and the challenges you face. I know that massage therapy can be a profound and extraordinarily regenerative experience, one that can bring the body and mind back into balance.”

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Derek holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria (2016) and earned his Diploma in Massage Therapy from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2018. He has since maintained an active clinical practice at Saanich Massage Therapy & Wellness as a Massage Therapist, registered through CMTBC.

Derek enjoys working with people from all walks of life and helping them feel and move better. His treatment approach combines techniques such as deep tissue massage, myofascial release, active and passive stretching, trigger point therapy, joint traction, and Swedish massage.

When away from the clinic, you might find him staying active through racquet sports ot resistance training, or enjoying some downtime with his dog, Moka.

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Jessica is a Registered Massage Therapist with over a decade of experience supporting people living with chronic pain, stress related conditions, and the lasting effects of trauma. Her work centers on helping clients feel safe in their bodies again, especially when pain, anxiety, or long standing tension have made movement and touch feel uncertain or overwhelming. She has experience and interest in treating a wide range of conditions including overuse injuries, persistent pain, ankylosing spondylitis, and pregnancy (both pre-and postnatal). She approaches care through a blend of Swedish massage, Dermoneuromodulation, nervous system regulation, trauma informed care, pain science education, and movement based rehabilitation. Sessions often include education and gentle movement alongside hands on treatment, helping clients better understand their pain and build practical tools they can use beyond the treatment room.

Jessica believes pain is not a sign of damage, but a protective response shaped by the nervous system. She stays deeply engaged in ongoing learning around pain science, the nervous system, and trauma, and brings this knowledge into clear, accessible conversations with clients. Her goal is to help you feel understood, hopeful, and empowered to reconnect with your body at a pace that feels supportive and sustainable.

Outside of the clinic, Jessica values the same balance and regulation she encourages in her work. She enjoys baking, spending time in nature, reading, playing the violin, and unwinding with video games, and practices that help her stay grounded, curious, and connected to her own body and nervous system.

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Melissa Pavlicic is a skilled and dedicated massage therapist, who works at Saanich Massage Therapy & Wellness Ltd. Having graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy’s 3.000-hour RMT program, she is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of BC (CMTBC). As a competitive athlete, Melissa’s experience with massage for injury prevention and rehabilitation inspired her to pursue a career in massage therapy.

Melissa offers a massage that is effective and relaxing, by combining elements of myofascial release, Swedish massage, and various therapeutic techniques. While adapting her treatments to suit the unique needs of each client, Melissa is committed to working with her clients to reach their health potential. She advocates massage and self-care as being integral parts of overall wellness.

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For the past 15 years Sandeep has been working as an Athletic Therapist in the high performance environment. Throughout his career, Sandeep has worked with a wide spectrum of individuals ranging from youth to wheelchair athletes, enriching his practice with invaluable experiences. He’s had the opportunity to support women’s Rugby 7’s and Athletics Canada for their Olympic and Paralympic campaigns.

Sandeep believes education is the cornerstone of best practice, which is reflective of his applied educational background. He has recently completed his Diploma in Massage Therapy and still holds certifications in advanced first aid and strength and conditioning.

Outside of the clinic, Sandeep enjoys spending time with his family here in Victoria BC.

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Registered Massage Therapist.

Theresa enjoys treating all areas of concern and types of conditions, and will work with you to create a treatment plan that is unique for your body, and addresses your complaints no matter how big or small they may be.

She believes in providing a positive outlook, a calming nature, and a focused intention to identify and address all aspects of symptoms. Her treatments are deep, therapeutic, and relaxing.

Theresa takes the time to get to understand your lifestyle and provides education and a home care plan that involves practical adjustments to improve your quality of life.

Areas of interest: treatment of low back, lumbosacral, and sacroiliac pain, neck and shoulder pain, headaches, rib and thoracic pain, nerve impingement, sports/activity related injuries, postural related symptoms, and shoulder dysfunctions.

Techniques of interest: Myofascial release, trigger point release, general swedish, muscle energy, joint mobilizations, and stretching techniques.

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Registered Massage Therapist.

Genevieve is a Registered Massage Therapist with over 15 years of experience, having completed her massage therapy training in Ottawa, Ontario, in 2010. Her treatment philosophy is rooted in a systems-based approach to problem solving—looking beyond the area of discomfort to understand how the body as a whole may be contributing to a client’s symptoms. Her treatments are individualized, patient-focused, and designed with long-term results in mind.

Genevieve has advanced training in sports massage, myofascial release, pregnancy massage, post-surgical scar tissue work, joint replacement rehabilitation support, spinal fusion rehabilitation support, and human biomechanics. She has also completed additional training in Functional Patterns methodology and holds a Level 3 certification in Human Biomechanics. Her experience includes working with individuals managing a variety of autoimmune conditions, adapting treatment to their unique needs and circumstances.

Throughout her career, Genevieve has worked with athletes at both the recreational and elite levels, including through contract work with Athletics Canada, the Ottawa Senators NHL team, Rugby Canada, the Australian Women’s Rugby 7 team. She also has worked with obstacle course racers, marathoners, triathletes, golfers, circus performers, dancers in her career.

During her time with Athletics Canada, she provided massage therapy support to Canadian Olympic, Paralympic, and national track and field athletes both domestically and internationally. This experience allowed her to develop specialized expertise working with high-performance wheelchair sprinters and a deeper understanding of the unique biomechanical and physical demands of elite sport.

Genevieve combines clinical experience, biomechanics, and hands-on treatment to help clients better understand their bodies and work toward meaningful, lasting improvements in movement and function.

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Amanda provides patient-centered care in a calm, supportive environment, creating treatment plans to meet individual needs and comfort levels. Every session is adjusted to your goals, whether you’re seeking improved mobility, pain relief, reduced muscular tension, stress relief, ongoing maintenance, or relaxation.

Amanda enjoys working with people of all ages, including adults, teens, and children. Amanda uses a blend of techniques such as general swedish massage, myofascial release, stretching, active and passive modalities, trigger point release, and craniosacral techniques.

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