Shona Thomas, RMTVérifié auprès du registre public — College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC, le 6 août 2026

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Registered Massage Therapy can be beneficial to infants to treat existing congenital conditions, or to promote the bond between infant and parent. Youth up until age 18 can also benefit from RMT treatments. The RMT will be able to perform massage therapy on your infant, as well as provide an introductory and educational experience to the parent.

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Registered Massage Therapy can be beneficial to infants to treat existing congenital conditions, or to promote the bond between infant and parent. Youth up until age 18 can also benefit from RMT treatments. The RMT will be able to perform massage therapy on your infant, as well as provide an introductory and educational experience to the parent.

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** Please note Shona and Teri DO NOT direct bill insurance plans. Patients will pay the full treatment fee and be emailed an RMT receipt. Patients will submit the receipt to their insurance provider for reimbursement. Reimbursement usually takes 1-2 days.

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** Please note Shona and Teri DO NOT direct bill insurance plans. Patients will pay the full treatment fee and be emailed an RMT receipt. Patients will submit the receipt to their insurance provider for reimbursement. Reimbursement usually takes 1-2 days.

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** Please note Shona and Teri DO NOT direct bill insurance plans. Patients will pay the full treatment fee and be emailed an RMT receipt. Patients will submit the receipt to their insurance provider for reimbursement. Reimbursement usually takes 1-2 days.

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Our 75-minute Registered Massage Therapy session provides sufficient time for a comprehensive full-body treatment (covering the back, neck, limbs, and abdominal region) or targeted attention to specific musculoskeletal tension areas. By employing evidence-based techniques, this treatment can help alleviate pain, reduce muscle tightness, and enhance overall mobility.

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** Please note Shona and Teri DO NOT direct bill insurance plans. Patients will pay the full treatment fee and be emailed an RMT receipt. Patients will submit the receipt to their insurance provider for reimbursement. Reimbursement usually takes 1-2 days.

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A 90-minute session extends the therapeutic benefits by allowing a more focused, yet still relaxing, full-body approach. Addressing the back, neck, limbs, and abdominal region, this treatment is ideal for those seeking to optimize musculoskeletal function, relieve tension, and promote deeper systemic relaxation.

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*** INITIAL / NEW PATIENTS *** In between a 30-minute and 60-minute booking, this 45-minute treatment is ideal if you felt that a one-hour session was too long and that half hour session felt too short. This is recommended for first-time patients who tend to have a busy & active routine with a high capability of managing their routine. This is also great if you’re looking for something to fill in your lunch break!

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*** INITIAL / NEW PATIENTS *** A 60 minute initial treatment is an ideal treatment duration. This is the most common booking duration for RMT treatments. If you feel that you’re not really in need of a full body treatment, but you do have some areas in mind that you’d love for the therapist to focus on, then this is the most ideal appointment to book. This duration allows the therapist to key in on a few focus points in the patient’s body, as well as go through the necessary home care to help with postural realignment, as well as overall well-being.

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*** SUBSEQUENT / RETURNING PATIENTS *** This booking is meant for subsequent / returning patients only. A 30-minute RMT appointment is great for patients who are looking for a little extra care in between their usual active routines. This is a great duration to book between your breaks or to help you start/end your day. *** PLEASE NOTE: YOUR APPOINTMENT WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY CANCELLED - WITH NOTICE - IF YOU ARE NOT A RETURNING PATIENT ***

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*** SUBSEQUENT / RETURNING PATIENTS *** This follow-up option is between a 30-minute and 60-minute booking, this 45-minute treatment is ideal if you felt that a one-hour session was too long and that half hour session felt too short. This is recommended for first-time patients who tend to have a busy & active routine with a high capability of managing their routine. This is also great if you’re looking for something to fill in your lunch break!

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*** SUBSEQUENT / RETURNING PATIENTS *** This follow-up appointment is the most common booking duration for RMT treatments. If you feel that you’re not really in need of a full body treatment, but you do have some areas in mind that you’d love for the therapist to focus on, then this is the most ideal appointment to book. This duration allows the therapist to key in on a few focus points in the patient’s body, as well as go through the necessary home care to help with postural realignment, as well as overall well-being.

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Postnatal Registered Massage Therapy treatments are designed as a form of therapeutic massage therapy designed to support and address the unique needs of new mothers after childbirth. During a postnatal massage therapy appointment with a registered massage therapist (RMT), clients can expect a safe and relaxing environment where the therapist focuses on alleviating postpartum discomfort and promoting overall wellness. The session typically begins with a thorough assessment of the client's medical history and current physical condition, followed by a personalized treatment plan. RMTs use various massage techniques to relieve muscle tension, reduce stress, improve circulation, and address specific postpartum issues like back pain, muscle soreness, and postural imbalances. Clients may also receive guidance on postnatal self-care practices and exercises to aid in their recovery. Overall, postnatal registered massage therapy aims to enhance the physical and emotional well-being of new mothers during this important phase of their lives.

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*** NEW PATIENTS & RETURNING PATIENTS *** This appointment is the most common booking duration for RMT treatments. For expecting mothers who are just starting with introducing massage therapy into their prenatal routine, this is a great duration, to begin with. This appointment length allows the therapist to go over the primary complaint areas, as well as provide the patient with self-care techniques in order to aid with this new growing stage! *Use of a pregnancy pillow allows the patient to lie face down, or the therapist can also position the patient in a side-lying posture. Please state your preference in the intake forms.

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*** NEW PATIENTS & RETURNING PATIENTS *** This is ideal for expecting mothers who have experienced a couple of treatments during their prenatal stage and are familiar with massage therapy. This is a good amount of time to get a little bit of everything, while still focusing on relaxing and supporting the patient. *Use of a pregnancy pillow allows the patient to lie face down, or the therapist can also position the patient in a side-lying posture. Please state your preference in the intake forms.

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*** NEW PATIENTS & RETURNING PATIENTS *** Due to the lengthy treatment duration, this 90-minute prenatal session is recommended for patients who have a confident amount of experience receiving treatments during the prenatal stage, in addition to minimal prenatal symptoms and regular checkups with their doctor. *Use of a pregnancy pillow allows the patient to lie face down, or the therapist can also position the patient in a side-lying posture. Please state your preference in the intake forms.

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Snow Motion Massage offers a complimentary online consultation for families interested in infant care services. This consultation is designed to help determine whether your baby would benefit most from private one-on-one Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) treatments, or from the 5-week Infant Massage Program, which is instructional in nature and focused on teaching parents how to massage their own babies. During this session, we will discuss your goals and any concerns you may have, review the differences between RMT treatment sessions and the infant massage course, and outline what each option involves. Private one-on-one sessions are RMT treatments provided by a Registered Massage Therapist registered with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC) and are typically covered under extended health benefits, with direct billing available when possible. The 5-week Infant Massage Program is educational and instructional only and is taught by an RMT who has completed additional training with the International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM), and is priced accordingly to reflect that it is not RMT treatment. This is a complimentary, no-obligation consultation intended to provide information, as well as help families make an informed and confident decision before booking services.

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Snow Motion Massage offers small group Certified Infant Massage classes with a maximum of three families per group. These sessions provide a supportive, relaxed environment where parents can learn alongside others while still receiving individualized guidance. The program consists of five structured sessions, typically completed over five weeks. Each class builds on the previous one, teaching parents how to safely and confidently massage their own baby at home. Techniques are demonstrated on a doll, and parents are guided as they practice with their own baby. The instructor does not massage the babies directly. Small group classes allow time for education, discussion, and questions, while fostering a sense of community among parents. Throughout the program, families learn infant massage techniques, how to read baby cues, and ways to support relaxation, digestion, sleep, and emotional regulation. Group classes will be held at a separate rented venue in downtown Vancouver (not at the Snow Motion Massage clinic location). Full location details will be provided upon registration. The primary focus of the group program is to strengthen bonding, communication, and connection between parent and baby in a calm and welcoming setting.

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*** INITIAL / FIRST TIME ICBC *** This is the necessary treatment duration required for all initial ICBC appointments, including patients who have transferred care from another RMT. This is a great treatment duration to stick with throughout your treatment plan, or it can gradually be shortened to 45 minutes upon further assessment and discussion with your therapist. Over time, your therapist will be able to determine if 60-minute treatments are required for all treatments moving forward, or if they should be shortened to 45 minutes, moving forward.

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*** SUBSEQUENT / FOLLOW-UP ICBC *** This shorter session is ideal for patients nearing the end of their treatment plan or beginning to adjust to a new post-treatment routine. It may also be suitable for those who are experiencing fatigue following their motor vehicle accident (MVA) and prefer a more manageable treatment duration. This option offers a focused approach while allowing the patient to gradually adapt to massage therapy and maintain progress as they transition toward self-management.

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*** SUBSEQUENT / FOLLOW-UP ICBC *** This is a recommended duration for follow-up ICBC appointments only. This is the ideal treatment time for patients who are starting to feel the benefits of massage therapy treatments after their motor vehicle accident (MVA) and are adjusting to their new home care routine. This is also beneficial for patients who feel like they have trouble staying stationary for long periods, particularly. Over time, your therapist may also give you the option of more than one treatment per week and if this is indicated, then your therapist may suggest shortening the treatment duration down to 45 while the treatment frequency increases.

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*** SUBSEQUENT / FOLLOW-UP ICBC *** This is a longer duration for follow-up ICBC appointments only. This is the ideal treatment time for patients who require longer massage therapy treatments after their motor vehicle accident (MVA) either at the start of their treatment plan or due to needing more time to address other areas and/or home care. Over time, your therapist may also give you the option of shorter treatments per week as the treatment plan effectiveness increases. If this is indicated, then your therapist may suggest shortening the treatment duration down to 45 minutes.

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The Certified Infant Massage Program at Snow Motion Massage consists of five guided sessions, typically completed over five weeks. Each session builds on the previous class, gradually teaching parents how to confidently and safely massage their own baby at home. Classes are educational and supportive in nature. Techniques are demonstrated on a doll, while parents are guided as they practice with their own baby. The instructor does not massage the babies directly. Throughout the program, parents learn age-appropriate infant massage techniques, along with key principles such as reading baby cues, creating a positive routine, and supporting relaxation, digestion, sleep, and emotional regulation. The primary focus of these sessions is to strengthen bonding, communication, and connection between parent and baby in a calm, respectful environment.