Vancouver Massage Therapy | Pain Treatment | Stress Relief | Coal Harbour, Vancouver, BC

Coal Harbour's Massage Therapists

Michael Desrochers
B.A.Sc., R.M.T., R.N.C.P., P.T.S.

After overcoming a life changing struggle with chronic disease Michael decided to dedicate his life to helping others recover from debilitating health issues. Like many people Michael had taken the precious gift of life for granted. At the age of 38 doctors told him he would not live to see 40 if radical life changes were not made.

Having three children and wanting to feel healthy and alive again he began the journey of rebuilding his life and became a Registered Massage Therapist, Registered Nutritional Consultant, and a PRO Personal Trainer. In addition to being a multi disciplinary health practitioner he has educated and certified hundreds of students in advanced nutrition and personal training.

As founder of the Coal Harbour Massage Therapy Clinic and The Wellness Club, his unique multi-disciplinary approach has helped hundreds of clients change their lives and begin a life of healthy active living.

Michael specializes in:  Deep Tissue Massage, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, and Electro Therapy Point Stimulation (ETPS). He is also trained in: Therapeutic Exercise, Personal Fitness Training, Nutritional Counselling, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), and Muscle Energy Technique (MET).

Alan's long-time interest in natural forms of healing and helping others led him to massage therapy in 2004. He now uses a variety of techniques such as Swedish, Myofascial Release, and Trigger Point Therapy to treat a wide range of conditions ranging from chronic pain, headaches, and postural dysfuction to stress-related disorders. Each client is given a unique treatment and home-care plan that is specifically tailored to their presenting condition and current needs. In this way, Alan is able to offer massage therapy as a personalized, effective, non-invasive, drug-free treatment option.

When not treating clients, Alan can be found running, practicing yoga, sailing, or studying.

British Columbia Massage Therapy Certification and Licensing

In British Columbia, Registered Massage Therapists are medical professionals and are considered the best trained in North America.