Health Blog Category: Massage Therapy
Kerr McLeod
Kerr is a Registered Massage Therapist who graduated with honours from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2022.
Kerr spent his youth playing high-level soccer, including time with the Canadian Youth National Team. Through his athletic career he gained first-hand experience with extensive knee and shoulder injuries, surgeries, and the long process of recovery — experience he now draws on daily in treating patients. Soccer also led him to teaching yoga, which played a significant role in his transition from sport and shaped his understanding of the healing journey.
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Kyle’s journey into massage therapy began with a passion for helping people move and feel better in their bodies. After spending much of the last decade in Edmonton, he completed his training at Vicars School of Massage Therapy, building on a strong background in health and wellness as a personal trainer. Becoming an RMT felt like a natural evolution — allowing him to support patients in a more hands-on, individualized way. He now practices at Equilibrium’s Tillicum clinic.
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Kaleb is a Registered Massage Therapist who brings a grounded, real-world understanding of injury and recovery to his work.
Before entering the healthcare field, Kaleb worked as an electrician. After experiencing a back injury himself, he discovered the impact that a thoughtful, hands-on approach to treatment can have on healing and overall well-being. This experience led him to pursue a career in massage therapy.
Kaleb went on to complete the Registered Massage Therapy program at Camosun College and now practices at Equilibrium’s Eagle Creek and Tillicum clinics, where he focuses on helping patients recover from injury, reduce pain, and return to the activities they enjoy.
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Derrick blends relaxation massage, firm therapeutic pressure, and moderate movement techniques to help regulate the nervous system and support recovery from musculoskeletal pain, stress, and injury.
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Growing up in the Okanagan Valley, Aja was always active and enjoying the outdoors. Her first experience with Massage Therapy came after an injury when she took a bad fall off a horse and has since helped her recover from other injuries and manage chronic pain. This, along with wanting a career where she could help make a positive difference for people, her fascination with learning human anatomy and physiology, and her passion to help create lasting change is what made her want to become an RMT.
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Nikolai is a Registered Massage Therapist who takes a thoughtful, education-focused approach to care—helping patients better understand their body while working toward meaningful, lasting results.
He has experience working with a variety of musculoskeletal concerns, including shoulder dysfunction, chronic pain, and movement-related injuries. Nikolai is particularly interested in the “why” behind pain and works with patients to not only relieve symptoms, but to address underlying patterns that may be contributing to discomfort.
His treatments are tailored to each individual and may incorporate a combination of therapeutic techniques aimed at improving mobility, reducing tension, and supporting recovery.
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Tabitha brings a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to massage therapy, combining clinical precision with a deeply compassionate touch. With years of experience addressing muscular tension, postural imbalances, and stress-related discomfort, she designs individualized treatment plans that help her clients restore balance, reduce pain, and feel their best.
Her philosophy centers on empowering clients through education, mindful movement, and personalized care — supporting lasting improvements in both physical and emotional well-being.
Outside the clinic, Tabitha enjoys family adventures and exploring everything the beautiful city of Victoria has to offer.
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Ben will be relocating to the Comox Valley in August. We sincerely thank him for his contributions to Equilibrium Therapeutics and wish him all the best in his continued practice.
Ben is a Registered Massage Therapist with a strong background in athletic performance and recovery.
Before becoming an RMT, Ben spent years as a professional road cyclist, where he experienced firsthand how effective treatment can enhance recovery, reduce pain, and support performance.
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Jul 1st 2025I’ve seen several practitioners over the past five years and every one of them has been amazing, whether it be acupuncture, massage therapy, or chiropractics. They are all passionate about what they do, and genuinely want to help you through injuries, trauma, personal struggles etc. I’ve never felt rushed by them and always feel heard and understood. The reception staff have also been incredible! ♥️
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Dirce is a Registered Massage Therapist with over a decade of experience, dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-informed care. She offers specialized support for individuals pre & post breast/chest procedures, including breast cancer, elective surgeries, and gender-affirming procedures.
Dirce has completed all levels of training with the Mastectomy Guide Mentorship six-month program, gaining advanced knowledge in post-surgical care, complications, and safe treatments for patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation.
She treats a wide range of conditions including frozen shoulder, tension headaches and migraines, pregnancy-related discomfort, postpartum recovery, back pain, plantar fasciitis, and piriformis syndrome.
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