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Please make sure that you understand and consent to the following statements before coming to your appointment. These guidelines are in accordance with provincial regulations and our College of Massage Therapists of BC.

*We as RMT’s are following a protocol to reduce or mitigate the potential spread of COVID-19, however, any massage therapy treatment involves some risk of viral transmission and that risk cannot be reduced to zero due to the nature of treatment.

*Masks are optional at this time. If you come in wearing one, we will gladly wear one as well.

*Please use hand sanitizer provided or wash hands upon arrival.

*We strongly recommend using contactless payment whether by credit card already on file, email money transfer, or information for your coverage ahead of time, if not currently on file.

*Treatments may be cancelled if you present with cold-like symptoms when you arrive.

*We do not directly work with ICBC, MSP, and WCB.

Please message us at west4thmassagetherapy@gmail.com for any questions or concerns prior to your appointment.

All the best, Justin Y., Sara K., & Kathleen B.

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Osteopathy

Osteopathic Manual Practice involve the assessment and treatment of the musculoskeletal, visceral, circulatory, neurological, and cranial systems. Osteopathic practitioners use their knowledge of anatomy and physiology to evaluate and treat the primary causes of dysfunction holistically. Patients have varying factors contributing to their complaint of chronic pain and dysfunction including ... Read More

Osteopathic Manual Practice involve the assessment and treatment of the musculoskeletal, visceral, circulatory, neurological, and cranial systems. Osteopathic practitioners use their knowledge of anatomy and physiology to evaluate and treat the primary causes of dysfunction holistically.

Patients have varying factors contributing to their complaint of chronic pain and dysfunction including past injuries, illnesses, stress, and activities of daily living.
The resultant effect of these factors may not only manifest locally, but more frequently experienced far from the site of complaint.

The Osteopathic Practitioner will assess the whole body specific to your concerns and body history. Treatments are focused toward several specific areas to assist in bringing the body back to its normality. Osteopathic manual practice brings balance and support to the person and their systems.

Kathleen Brownlee

Update: Kathleen is returning after a break and will now be working Tuesday afternoons. New clients are welcome to book!

Kathleen graduated from the 3000 hour program at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in New Westminster. Kathleen’s treatment style reflects her athletic background with an emphasis on fascial treatments, swedish massage, and trigger point release. However, she enjoys adapting her treatments to fit individual needs. Kathleen believes it’s never too late to start working on an active, balanced lifestyle. She played competitive beach volleyball for over 15 years and in her spare time she enjoys working out, hiking, cooking, and spending time outdoors with her family. She has completed her degree in Health Science through Thompson Rivers University and has taken continuing education in fascial manipulation and Iyengar yoga therapies.

Update: Kathleen is returning after a break and will now be working Tuesday afternoons. New clien... Read More

Sara Kumprey

Sara is an Osteopathic Practitioner (DOMP) and Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) with 2 decades of experience, both locally and internationally. She graduated her massage therapy training with honours from Kikkawa College in Toronto, and went on to complete a 6 year Osteopathic training program through The Canadian School of Osteopathy.

She is currently an active member, in good standing, with the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia (CMTBC) and Society for the promotion of Manual Practice Osteopathy (OBC).

She is passionate about, and committed to providing quality care that is personalized to each unique need and patient.

She is taking a Masterclass with one of her former instructors and loves to continuously learn and grow - forever taking continuing education courses, which include but are not limited to:

-Assessment and Treatment of Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries (Concussion) and Neuromengial Mobilizations of the Upper Quadrant (Hartley) -Biokinetic and Biodynamic Teachings of Osteopathy (Würz-Minetti) -Endocranial Spasms 1, 2, 3 (Druelle) -Vagus Nerve 1&2 (Druelle) -Neuromeningeal Manipulation 1 (Barral) -Embryology (McCutcheon) -Palpation of the Fields (Forget) -Power of Presence 1&2 (Brooks) -Treatment of Lumbar Discogenic Injuries (Stark) -Structuro-Tissular Manipulation (Lachaize) -Optimize (Morelli) -Yoga Teacher training (Blue Door Yoga training)

Born in Toronto, she has lived in Ontario, Grand Cayman and is now proud to call Vancouver home. She enjoys learning, reading, staying active, and wandering through the forest as well as getting some travel in whenever she can.

Sara is an Osteopathic Practitioner (DOMP) and Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) with 2 decades ... Read More

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Justin Yap

Justin is a graduate from the 3000 hour massage therapy program at West Coast College of Massage Therapy in New Westminster (2011) and is also an active member, in good standing, with the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia (CMTBC).

He has also completed the 6 year Osteopathic program through Canadian School of Osteopathy (CSO) and is an Osteopathic Practitioner (DOMP).

His focus and commitment is to provide quality care by designing therapeutic treatments to address the specific needs of each patient.

He loves taking continuing educational courses in the Osteopathic Field and is always up to learning new things. He is also currently taking Mentorship Classes every month with a former Osteopathic instructor.

Here are some of the Osteopathic courses he has recently taken:

  • Endocranial Spasms 1, 2, & 3 (Durrell + Forget)
  • Biokinetic & Biodynamic Osteopathy 1 by René Briend (Würtz-Minetti)
  • Neuromeningeal Manipulation 1 (Barral)
  • Embryology 1 (McCutcheon)
  • Palpation of the Fields (Forget)
  • Power of Presence by Rollin Becker 1, 2, 3 (Brooks)
  • Treatment of Lumbar Discogenic Injuries (Stark) Structuro-Tissular Manipulation 1 & 2 (Lachaize)
  • Assessment & Treatment of Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries (Concussion) and Neuromeningeal Mobilizations of the Upper Quadrant (Hartley)

Justin was born in Calgary, AB and lived in the Philippines for 6 years and moved to Penticton, BC for high school. He currently calls Vancouver, BC home. He is an avid adventure seeker and enjoys traveling and hunting down top cafes and restaurants. He also enjoys multi-day hikes & camping. He has hiked Mt. Kilimanjaro, West Coast Trail, Ladakh Himalayas, Juan De Fuca trail, Howe Sound Crest trail, Sunshine Coast trail, Mt Sinai, and the tallest sand dune in Gobi desert to name a few.

As an advocate for the arts, and a classically trained singer and pianist, Justin has previously performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City, Chan Centre, & Orpheum. He is currently singing at Westside Church and with Vancouver-based, award winning Phoenix Chamber Choir. Check them out at their local concerts and performances.

Justin is a graduate from the 3000 hour massage therapy program at West Coast College of Massage ... Read More

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