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| Andrew Buchan |
Shanti
Yoga Studio, 404 Hanson St in downtown Whitehorse |
Andrew
Buchan, Registered Massage Therapist
Deep tissue, Shiatsu & Swedish Massage for Therapy and
Relaxation |
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peaceupnorth@yahoo.ca |
(867) 334-3550 |
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was raised in Whitehorse and have been serving the community as a registered
massage therapist since 2005. I enjoy volunteering and am often available to
provide my services free of charge to charitable ventures. I have a strong
interest in the practice of meditation and self-improvement, and offer free
classes in these techniques on a regular basis. The use of medicinal
herbs, nutritional therapy, and other natural, gentle approaches to health are
areas of continued independent study for me. I am happy to refer my clients to
some of the other great practitioners who offer these therapies, and to
literature and other resources on these topics.
I
strive to bring the values of respect for all people, peacefulness, generosity,
and humility into all my affairs, personal and professional. It is my
strong wish to be of service, helping others on their journeys through life.
Massage
Therapy
My
basic training was done at the Maui School of Therapeutic Massage, Hawaii. I
work eclectically, incorporating elements of Deep Tissue massage, Swedish,
Japanese Shiatsu and Hawaiian Lomi-lomi. This approach has been successful in
treating a wide variety of different issues, including:
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whiplash,
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chronic
anxiety and depression,
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low
back pain,
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sports
injuries,
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pain
associated with pregnancy and post-partum, and
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senior's
issues.
Sessions
will usually take a therapeutic, problem-solving approach, but without
neglecting the relaxing and nurturing aspects that make this work so complete.
Sessions purely for relaxation are also possible. People may remain
clothed during their sessions if they wish, as I am equally comfortable working
on bare skin or through clothing. Every effort is made to ensure the
comfort and security of the client. My work tends to be deep, but I am
happy to adjust my pressure for those who enjoy lighter work.
It
is my pleasure to work out of a sunny office space in the Shanti Yoga Studio in
Whitehorse. I have also done special visits to communities and corporate
offices, and would be interested in doing this again.
As a
Registered Massage Therapist, my work is eligible for reimbursement through
benefit plans and Worker's Compensation.
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