THERAPIST PROFILES

 

 

Marita Sanchez, RMT Marita Sanchez is a professional Massage Therapist with over 20 years of practical experience. Marita's health and teaching career began with her children. She studied nutrition and fitness which was successfully implemented into her family's own home. She first began to share her knowledge with the community by teaching nutrition to young children in 'kindercooking' classes. Marita continued to explore nutrition, fitness, sport and different methods of healing for the active body. She was intrigued and impressed by the healing capabilities of hands on care. Marita pursued her formal education at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Vancouver. She graduated at the top of her class and continues to be a leader amongst her peers. She builds on her knowledge through graduate programs and independent study. Marita is currently finishing her certification in Thai Massage through the International Thai Massage Institute. Marita's passion is unwaning and she strives to provide the utmost quality of care to her clients. Her current practice involves; acupressure, shiatsu, Jin Shin Do, muscle balance and functional development, injury rehabilitation, functional assessment, craniosacral therapy, myofascial release and mobilization, therapeutic massage, as well as, relaxation massage.
Jennifer Bobroff, RMT Jennifer holds a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Western Ontario. She then went on to graduate from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 1996. Since that time she has worked steadily as an RMT in both clinical and spa situations. Presently, she is only working in the clinic setting and is enjoying the challenges and rewards with directly working with patients dealing with injury and recovery. Since having a child of her own, Jennifer has developed a passion for working with Pre and Post natal women. She has taken a number of courses to increase her knowledge and skill in these areas. She currently works on her pregnant clients with a pillowing system called the Bodycushion, which allows women to lie comfortably on their bellies or sides while receiving massage. Jennifer combines a variety of techniques in her practice and enjoys working in both rehab and relaxation scenarios.
Maneesha Madan - RMT Maneesha Madan knew she wanted to work as a massage therapist at age sixteen and fulfilled this dream by graduating from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 1996. Since then, she has practiced in clinic settings in Vancouver, on Denman Island and in the Comox Valley. Maneesha approaches health care from a holistic perspective, believing all human beings have an innate ability to heal themselves. She strives to facilitate this process by using a variety of techniques that encourage the restoration of balance and function to each individual. Myofascial Release has formed the basis of her treatment approach since 2000, when she studied extensively in Sedona, Arizona with John Barnes. She also incorporates Craniosacral Therapy, Visceral Manipulation and Muscle Balance and Function Development®, a system of rehabilitative exercises that improve alignment and mobility. She has a special interest in working with women’s reproductive health, providing safe, gentle treatments during pregnancy and the postpartum period, as well as effective relief of menstrual and menopausal imbalances. Maneesha is currently on sabbatical from the University of British Columbia, having recently completed her third year of the Bachelor of Midwifery program.
Michael Kono - RMT SPA DIRECTOR JOINS HARBOURVIEW MASSAGE CLINIC Michael Kono discovered the Comox Valley after staying at the Kingfisher Oceanside Resort and Spa for a weekend retreat back in 2001. “The Comox Valley seemed like the perfect place to raise a family.” Michael moved to Courtenay with his wife, Lucinda, and daughter, Emiko, after securing a position as a massage therapist at the Kingfisher Oceanside Spa. During his tenure there, Michael became a member of the management team and the Director of Spa Operations. As Spa Director, Michael’s focus was to create a community that allowed each individual an opportunity to challenge their regular way of being, an opportunity of awareness. Emphasis was placed on honest dialogue, trust and most importantly to embrace change towards personal and professional growth. Read More This focus and belief system is how he approaches his life, as a husband, father, brother, and as a massage therapist. “As a massage therapist I am constantly provided an opportunity to use my expertise to provide support and healing. By the reverse token, each patient provides an opportunity for me to learn about myself and challenge my old belief systems within the roles I play.” “Harbourview Therapeutic Massage Clinic allows me to nurture and be nurtured because the clinic environment emphasizes support and open communication for each team member and client that walks through our door,” says Kono. With the emphasis on wellness, both physical and emotional, Harbourview provides the right setting for Michael to practice what he believes in a clinic setting. Michael Kono graduated from WCCMT in 1998. Along with the extensive education received at the WCCMT, Michael has additional training in Soft Tissue Release Therapy, Positional Release Therapy, and Muscle Balance and Function course work. “The coursework that I received so far deals with creating balance within the body and allows me to approach the body from a neurological standpoint while using soft tissue manipulation. From an emotional viewpoint, massage is able to provide a moment in someone’s day that will allow them to relieve the stress of daily life by changing their focus from their minds to their bodies,” says Kono