RAQUEL
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
My name is Raquel Marques and I am a Registered Massage Therapist. I’m a graduate of the Massage Therapy program at Humber College with Honours, and I previously obtained my BA in Kinesiology and Health Sciences from York University. During my 3-year program at Humber, I completed a total of 6 different placements that dealt with a variety of patient populations. I’ve worked with prenatal and postpartum, general population, mental health, neurological conditions, infancy/children, palliative care in a variety of locations including Sick Kids, Neurochangers, Michael Garron Withdrawal Centre, Circle of Care and Black Creek Health Care Centre.
Why Work With Me
I’m passionate in helping patients return to their activities of daily living in a holistic approach that is focused on client-centred care. As I progress within my career, I’m interested in focusing my approach within sports rehabilitation as well as, prenatal and postpartum care. My passion for massage therapy began as a teenager as I’ve performed a variety of different sports including karate, volleyball, gymnastics, flag-football, soccer, tennis and many more. I’ve played a total of 15 different sports and counting and throughout my time I’ve been no stranger to massage therapy and physiotherapy.
My Approach
I’ve always had an interest in human biology and decided to continue this through my post-secondary education which landed me in this career path. Throughout my education, I’ve always been needed to help others using the Biopsychosocial Model and have reflected that within my practice. Whenever I work with a patient, my main goal is to have them apart of the treatment process, as well as create an environment where communication is important to achieve all the patients’ goals.
I’m very excited to embark on this journey with Wintergreen and continue to learn from my fellow practitioners at the clinic.
Qualifications
RMT in good standing with the CMTO
CPR, BLS and standard first aid certified
High Five Healthy Childhood Development (PHCD)
Techniques/ Approaches
Deep Tissue Massage
Swedish Massage
Massage Therapy for Pregnancy & Infants
Swedish Massage
Cupping
Trigger Point Release
Myofascial Release
Are You in Need of Massage therapy?
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