West Vancouver Massage Therapy Team
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Leah Davis
Registered Massage Therapist
Qualifications:
Leah graduated from West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2004
Graston Techniques
Areas of Expertise/Approach:
Most of Leah's continuing education and experience is in the area of athletics.
Leah is passionate about collaborating with her team to provide leading care in our industry.
About:
Leah’s expertise in sport has led to extensive involvement in both professional and recreational athletics. She was the Massage Therapist for Waterski/Wakeboard Canada for many years and was a part of the core medical team for the Vancouver 2010 Olympics.
Beyond her personal Massage Therapy practice, Leah is the founder of Impulse Sport Therapeutics and is an owner at both locations.
Why she became an RMT:
Through her own health struggles, Leah has learned first hand that health and fitness are an integral part of life.
Athletics:
As an elite Powerlifter Leah has held all-time Squat World Records twice, as well as an all-time Total World Record.
Something you should know about her:
If you are seeing Leah, you will also meet her co-RMT Harlow, her 7lb hypo-allergenic pupper. Harlow has 8 years experience working with Leah and provides her own version of therapy.
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Danielle Mah
Registered Massage Therapist, Sport Massage Therapist (cc)
Qualifications:
Danielle graduated from West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2007 Graston Techniques
Experience/approach:
Danielle has extensive experience working with athletic injuries both in clinic and on field.
She has a return-to-sport approach, aiming to get clients back to activity as quickly as possible and believes in a collaborative effort whenever possible. She also has a particular interest and experience in pre and post natal therapies.
About:
Danielle lives an active, healthy lifestyle and can be found outdoors with her daughters rain or shine. She is a Vancouver local and loves being involved with her community.
She is an owner of Impulse West Vancouver and is passionate about supporting other local small businesses.
Why she became an RMT:
Danielle has always been involved in team sports and and is drawn to the team aspect of athletics. She loved the idea of working in a team-minded environment to help people maintain active lifestyles and return to sport.
Athletics:
With a lifetime background in volleyball, Danielle has been involved in every way, ranging from team captain to casual beach leagues. She has also trained and competed in Cross Fit for years and loves the aspect of training in both endurance and strength.
Something you should know about her:
Danielle is the mom of 2 beautiful girls, Everly and Indy.
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Michelle Hanley
Registered Massage Therapist
Qualifications:
Michelle graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy
Experience/Approach:
A big advocate of working hard and playing harder, Michelle is all too familiar with the physiological effects of the active 'Weekend Warrior' lifestyle. It's all about balance and Michelle balances deep tissue techniques with relaxing myofascial release as well as patient education to provide the best care possible.
Why she became an RMT:
As a lifelong recreational athlete, Michelle believes in the importance of manual therapy when trying to maintain a healthy active body. After a few injuries of her own, she discovered the positive impact that active maintenance can have and has since dedicated herself to educating and helping others through manual therapy.
Athletics:
Michelle competed in CrossFit for 5 years and has more recently taken a strong interest in spin classes and outdoor cycling. She plays on a recreational softball team but has to admit she goes for the beer.
Something you should know about her:
Will work for chocolate.
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Allan Pfiffner
Registered Massage Therapist
Qualifications:
Allan is a graduate of the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy.
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM)
Experience/Approach:
Allan believes that movement is the key to health, happiness, and wellbeing. He applies this mantra by incorporating a combination of soft tissue modalities, active stretching, strengthening, fascial techniques and therapeutic exercises to his treatments. Allan is dedicated to working with individuals who are motivated, focused on their rehab so they can return to doing what ever it is that brings them joy and quality of life.
About:
Allan, originally from Montréal, moved to British Columbia in the winter of 2005/06, where he spent the better part of 4 years working in the ski resort industry as a snowboard instructor and later, as a ski patroller. After moving to Vancouver, Allan returned to school to pursue a diploma in Kinesiology and promptly entered the field of Health and Fitness as a Personal Trainer. A few years thereafter, Allan continued his education in the field of Health Care; recognizing he wanted to do more to help people. He discovered Massage Therapy as a perfect fit for his interests in the health industry in offering treatments that can promote rehabilitation and maintenance to an active, healthier lifestyle.
Why he became an RMT:
Through his active lifestyle, Allan has come to recognize the importance and benefits of regular maintenance, rehab, stretching and strengthening, to help achieve a healthy balance of self care and performance.
Athletics:
Allan has a vast variety of active interest. Some which include: Snowboarding/backcountry, surfing, down hill mountain biking, free diving, SUP’ing, hiking -anything that takes him OUTSIDE!
What you should know about him:
Allan has an 8-year-old, 100lb Pitbull named Marley (after the musician, not the sad movie), who absolutely loves snuggling, swimming in rivers and playing outside. When not at work you can find Allan on the North Shore mountains, in the ocean and in the forest. In addition, he loves to take his activities into travel adventures around the world!
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Lauren Tan
Registered Massage Therapist
Education:
Lauren graduated from VCMT in 2022
Experience/Approach:
Lauren believes in the incorporation of movement into her treatments to empower clients to participate in their recovery. She also utilizes both myofascial and neuromuscular techniques into her treatments. Lauren believes in educating clients about body awareness and injury prevention so that rehabilitation & improvement can be continued at home.
Clarence Crawford
Registered Massage Therapist
Clarence left a career in the Information Technology corporate industry after 18 year tenure to follow a path in the massage therapy healing arts. Clarence graduated in 2007 from the Canadian College of Masage and Hydrotherapy (Toronto Campus). In 2023 Clarence relocated from Ontario to transfer his RMT registration to British Columbia. Clarence's interests, training and clinical experience are diverse. Though he has a concentration in Athletic Sports Massage, Clarence has numerous additional certifications including:
- Fascial Stretch Therapy 1
- Nerve Flossing
- Reflexology
- Mobility Taping (Sports K-taping)
- Low Level Laser Therapy (Cold Laser Ontario Only)
- ITASM Blade (Graston Alternative)
- Cranio Sacral Therapy (Level 1)
- Thai Yoga Massage (Studied Thai Massage in Thailand 2009)
- Pregnancy Massage (Trimesters Certified)
- Reiki Master
- Certified Personal Trainer (CanFit Pro 2007)
When not working with patients, Clarence has a personal passion for fitness/gym and has a personal trainer certification. Clarence treatment goals are to help assist his clients to heal themselves, not only with hands on techniques, and he is a collaborative participant in the healthcare of each patient in his practice. He is a big proponent of providing his patients with home care exercises and tasks.
Clarence Crawford RMT Practice Highlights
- Clarence graduated from CCMH in July 2007
- Clarence was a Massage Therapy Instructor with Trillium College in 2014-2015
- Clarence was selected to be on the 2015 PanAm Games SportsMedical Therapist team.
- Clarence has treated professional athletes from such teams as the NHL Thrashers, Rangers and CFL Tiger Cats, Redblacks, UBC U14 Tennis Juniors Tournament, Canadian Olympic Athletes as well as WWE NXT and Impact Wrestling athletes -Clinic Owner 2013-2015
Roxana Manolescu
Registered Massage Therapist
Qualifications:
Roxana is a graduate of the Vancouver college of massage therapy. She also holds a certification in instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM)
Areas of expertise/approach:
Roxana aims to support clients in their return to the activities that bring them joy. Experienced in treating headaches, nervous system conditions, orthopaedic injuries, and passionate about supporting clients during pregnancy and postpartum, she combines myofascial release, Swedish and neuromuscular techniques, trigger point therapy, stretching, and movement in her treatments.
About:
Roxana transitioned to the massage field from a career in business. She also brings a unique perspective to her practice from her background in teaching Pilates. Based in West Vancouver with her husband and son, she enjoys outdoor activities and culinary arts, especially cooking for loved ones.
Why she became an RMT:
Inspired by the healing impact of massage therapy following a car accident, Roxana is dedicated to helping others find relief. Believing in a multi-disciplinary approach to recovery, she trusts in the body's innate healing power.
Athletics:
Recognizing the significance of movement for overall well-being, Roxana has trained in yoga, Pilates, aerial silks, rock climbing, and jiu-jitsu. Something you should know about her: Roxana's passion for authentic Mexican tacos is unmatched! Especially if enjoyed on a beach.