Meet the Team

  • Katrina Teixeira, RMT

    REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST

    (250) 463-2367

    katrina.m.teixeira@gmail.com

    Direct Billing: Katrina will likely be adding more providers but for now will just be billing PBC

    • Pacific Blue Cross (PBC)

    Katrina graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy and has been practicing as an RMT since 2023. Her multifaceted approach when working with patients includes passive and active massage therapy techniques, myofascial release, and strength and stretch home-care. Katrina prioritizes patient education and believes strongly in empowering her patients by helping them understand their bodies. Katrina welcomes patients from all walks of life and especially enjoys working with those who struggle with tension-related pain, who have functional or athletic goals, or who are focused on post-injury rehabilitation.

    Outside of work hours, Katrina spends her time cooking, hiking, swing dancing, reading, and spending quality time with loved ones.

  • Sheila Carroll, RMT

    REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST

    (250) 618-4496

    sheilacarrollrmt@gmail.com

    Direct Billing:

    •Telus Health Portal (Great West Life, Manulife, Desjardins, IA Financial Group, Johnson, Chamber of Commerce, GroupHealth, Canada Life) 

    • Pacific Blue Cross

    • Medavie Blue Cross

    Sheila has been a Registered Massage Therapist since 2012 graduating from a 3000hr program at WCCMT in Victoria. Sheila uses a gentle, intuitive, scientific and whole body approach with the understanding that the body has an incredible capacity to heal. Sheila will discuss and assess your symptoms and activities of daily living and explore what would be the best treatment approach. Whether she is helping to relieve chronic symptoms, repetitive strain injuries, or promoting relaxation, Sheila believes regular massage is helpful in achieving optimum health by increasing vitality and decreasing overall stress.

    Sheila recently finished a Diploma from the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada in which she deepened her understanding of the body’s interconnectedness and how this understanding can inform her practice.

    Sheila is also a mother, dancer, hiker, and yoga practitioner who feels most alive through movement, nature, adventure, gardening and continual learning.

    Techniques:

    • General Swedish Massage,

    • Trigger Point Therapy,

    • Cranial Sacral Therapy,

    • Myofascial Release (direct/indirect),

    • Muscle Energy Techniques,

    • Lymphatic Drainage,

    • Visceral Manipulation

    Continuing Education:

    • Diploma of Manual Osteopathic Therapy (2025)

    • CranioSacral Therapy Level 1 (2024)

    • Trauma Informed Health Care Level 1 (2024)

    • Reiki Level 1 (2021)

    • Biodynamic Fascial Mobilization: Thorax (Natali Rao) (2015)

    • Fascia: Structure of the Spine (2013)

    • Deepening Therapeutic Skills (2016)

    • Yoga Training:

      • Yoga West Kundalini Yoga KRI TT 200hr (2020),

      • Salt Spring Centre for Yoga TT 200hr (2011),

      • Bikram Yoga TT  (2009)

    • Diploma in Environmental Technology (2005)

  • Aletha Shaw, RMT

    OWNER & REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST

    (236) 777-4797

    sitkananaimo@gmail.com

    Direct Billing:

    • Pacific Blue Cross

    Aletha graduated from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2018. Aletha has since worked with a variety of clients including high level athletes, pregnancy, and chronic pain disorders. Her treatment style is often described as intuitive and effective. She incorporates techniques such as myofascial release, trigger point release, and deep tissue to name a few. Aletha is also a trained yoga teacher (200hr) which often influences her homecare. She believes a well-rounded self-care routine is invaluable for maintaining physical and mental wellbeing. She sees massage as a wonderful addition to an established routine or a great way to start a new one. She aims to have a holistic and integrative approach to treatment in order to ensure a positive and individual experience for each patient.

    Education / Additional Training:

    Ultimate Guide to Deep Tissue Therapy Live Workshop – Gary Schweitzer

    200 hour Yoga Teacher Training – Semperviva Yoga Studio

    Birth Doula

    Reiki level 1

  • Bogdan Pyasta, RMT

    ***TRAVEL NOTICE: Bogdan returns to work October 2026 - online availability coming soon

    OWNER & REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST

    sitkananaimo@gmail.com

    Direct Billing:

    • Pacific Blue Cross

    Bogdan Pyasta is an experienced Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) who is brand new to Nanaimo. Bogdan, originally from Ukraine, graduated from Everest College (Toronto) in 2010. He has since gone on to work at a variety of clinics as well as being an educator at Langara College (Vancouver) in 2016. Bogdan has gained a wealth of experience helping clients recover from ailments and injuries, and in realizing their optimal health. Bogdan is passionate about a holistic approach to recovery and continuing education. He finds satisfaction in knowing that with each treatment, the client is incrementally closer to full recovery. Helping patients regain overall wellness to better pursue their own passions is his main goal.

    In his spare time, Bogdan enjoys kayaking, cycling, kettlebells, travelling, and performing on stage as a singer with a band.

    Education / Additional Training:

    Bachelor of Health Science - Thompson Rivers University (Ongoing)

    Crossfit Level 1 trainer Certification

    Ultimate Guide to Deep Tissue Therapy Live Workshop – Gary Schweitzer

    Orthopedic Physical Assessments with Special Tests for Cervical Spine, TMJ, Shoulder, Elbow, Forearm, Wrist and Hand - Dr. David Magee (Online) 60hrs

    Human Gross Anatomy - Dr. Frank Netter, MD. (Online) 42hrs