Tessa Ridley, RMT

Tessa Ridley, RMT
Registered Massage Therapist
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"The wound is the place where light enters you." Rumi
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Tessa was introduced to Massage Therapy at a very young age which has allowed her to develop an inherent connection to the human body. She believes that therapeutic touch & patient education is a vital part of preventative health care.

She has been in professional practice since November 2010 & continues to add to her therapeutic skill base through continuing education. She is passionate about Self Care Education for Humans & supporting Women's Health issues.

As a versatile practitioner, she has had wide-ranging experience & successful outcomes with:
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Full body tension & stress reduction for
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• Biomechanical Misalignments
• Work related repetitive strain & tension patterns
• Poor sleep / Insomnia
• Anxiety management
• Digestive Issues
• Nerve entrapment and muscle pain concerns
• AND the overall maintenance of conscious physical, mental & emotional health and well being.
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Pre & Post Partum Support --
• Full body tissue & joint support as the body changes during each trimester
• Breast Massage to help with breast changes, milk let down/flow, blocked ducts, galactoceal inflammation, mastitis support & pectoral tension
• Pelvic floor muscular stabilization exercise support & education
• Post C-Section Scar Tissue mobilization
• "4th trimester" body & stress support for both parents
• Deep breathing education
• Self Massage education
• Self Care education

PREGNANCY IS A POWERFUL TRANSFORMATION OF THE HUMAN BODY! LEARN TO THRIVE DURING THIS AMAZING TIME OF YOUR LIFE!
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Pre and post-operative scar tissue education, rehabilitation & support [including but not limited to] --
• Post cesarian section
• Post-lumpectomy/mastectomy
• Post abdominal/organ surgery
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Breast Massage & Tissue Health Care --
• Post breast augmentation support (implants & reductions)
• Pre & post pregnancy breast changes (mastitis support, repetitive strain/tension with breast feeding)
• Post-lumpectomy and post-mastectomy rehabilitation
• Menstrual symptoms
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Focused Head & Neck Treatments for --
• Jaw (TMJ) pain & tension
• Headaches / Migraines
• Ear Ringing (Tinnitus)
• Vertigo
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Focused Hand & Foot Treatments for --
•Numbness & tingling
•Cold fingers & toes
•Arthritic changes & other inflammatory conditions
•Overall body relaxation
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Tessa has continued education training in:

• Fascial Manipulation

http://www.fascialmanipulation.com/en/about-fascial-manipulation.aspx?lang=en
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• Core Conditioning & Pelvic Floor Strengthening / Stabilization

http://www.belliesinc.com/courses-2/
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• Visceral Manipulation

http://www.barralinstitute.com/about/vm.php
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• Craniosacral Therapy

http://www.upledger.com/therapies/faq.php
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Tessa works deeply with the Myofascial System during customized treatments based on your specific needs.

She recently completed the Core Confidence Workshop through Bellies, Inc. & is excited to share her knowledge about Core Stability, Pelvic Floor Education/Rehab for all ages/genders & Pre/Post Pregnancy core changes.

Tessa believes that massage is a very personal approach to wellness based on your body’s natural ability to heal itself. It is a powerful journey into the self, and Tessa is committed to helping each patient heal the mind, body and spirit through the application of therapeutic massage techniques and a gentle approach to self-care.

She is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of BC and is a member in good standing with the RMTBC.
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When Tessa is not practicing Massage Therapy, you can find her online teaching about Self Care on her multiple social media platforms & staying active while communing in Nature.

She loves to hike, swim and explore the riches of the lower mainland. She is an avid learner & studies a wide range of topics daily including Astrology, Numerology, Physiology & Neurology as a means to better understand her place as a human being in this world.
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Tessa is excited to help you to connect to your human body in new ways!
Are you in?
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Book an appointment with Tessa today:

Call: 604 235 8068

Email: info@yaletownnaturopathic.com
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Find Tessa Online:

VISIT HER WEBSITE WEBSITE:
www.boundariesarebeautiful.com

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Email: tessaridley.rmt@gmail.com
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FACEBOOK:

Self Care is Sacred
https://www.facebook.com/selfcareissacred/
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INSTAGRAM:

@selfcareissacred

http://instagram.com/selfcareissacred

&

@suitestpee

http://instagram.com/suitestpee
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TESSA LOOKS FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!