Laura Sutcliffe, RMT

YES I can direct bill to your insurance!
I accept Blue Cross as well as all of the following:

Beneva
BPA
Canada Life
Canada Life - PSHCP
Canadian Construction Workers Union (C.C.W.U.)
Chambers of Commerce (Johnston Group)
CINUP (Johnston Group)
ClaimSecure
Coughlin & Associates Ltd.
Cowan (Express Scripts Canada)
D.A. Townley
Desjardins Insurance
Equitable Life
First Canadian (Johnston Group)
GMS Carriers 49 and 50 (Express Scripts Canada)
GroupHEALTH
GroupSource
Industrial Alliance
Johnson (Express Scripts Canada)
Johnston Group
LiUNA Local 183
LiUNA Local 506
Manion
Manulife Financial
Maximum Benefit (Johnston Group)
MDM Insurance Services
People Corporation
RWAM
Simply Benefits
TELUS AdjudiCare
Union Benefits
UV Insurance

Visit my website to book your next appointment: https://laurasutcliffe-rmt.noterro.com/

Evening Appointments now available! - https://mailchi.mp/0a07254eded3/overdue-for-some-self-care-6237085

Hi all, I have sorely neglected this page but I am still here and I am accepting new clients! My hours are typically 10:30am-4:30pm Tuesday-Friday, in downtown Dartmouth.

I would love to see you all soon!

https://laurasutcliffe-rmt.noterro.com

Laura Sutcliffe, RMT Laura Sutcliffe is a Registered Massage Therapist specializing in deep tissue massage.

I’m BACK!

New case numbers are lower every week, I received my 1st vaccine shot over 2 weeks ago, and I’m ready to accept your bookings once again!

I’d like to thank you all so much for your patience and understanding during the past few weeks as I closed my books to keep you and my family safe during the third wave.

I ask that you continue to be vigilant and if you or anyone in your household are experiencing any symptoms of Covid-19, or have been to any exposure sites, to please re-book your appointment until you’re in the clear.

Book your appointment here: https://laura-sutcliffe-rmt.square.site/

Laura Sutcliffe, RMT updated their business hours.

Get ahead of chronic tension! 💆 - https://mailchi.mp/72da4bcb9b9a/im-offering-a-special-incentive-for-referrals-3606166

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As some of you already know, I've moved my massage practice to my home in downtown Dartmouth.

For me, this is a solution to the difficulties of being a working mom and artist in a pandemic. For you, this means less exposure to other people, a cozy and luxurious space, and the same care and thorough treatments you've come to expect from me.

Yes I can accept credit cards, yes your insurance is good here, and yes I can direct bill! Parking is plentiful on the side streets nearby.

As this is my private home I will not be accepting new clients here unless they are referred to me by people I know. So if you are already a friend or a client, please book in, and please tell your trusted friends and family about me! Your referrals are very valuable to me and your support means so much in these challenging times.

You can book in here, or message me for more options.
https://laura-sutcliffe-rmt.square.site

Many of you have seen that the Premier suddenly announced that many industries, including massage, are approved to return to work on June 5th. I wanted to post and clarify that before this can happen, our professional association is required to have an approved return-to-work plan, and so far that process is not complete. Until then, we are not permitted to re-open.

Once our plan is approved, insurance issues (around operating in a pandemic) have been resolved, we’ve sourced the required PPE, and we’ve put a system in place where we can safely and efficiently follow all protocols, we’ll be able to reopen. This will not be a simple or quick task.

Also, at this time the provincial mandates still only allow non-distanced contact between 2 family “bubbles”, so massage therapy and other touch-based industries are in direct violation of this; which doesn’t exactly make us feel confident about providing a safe environment for our clients and ourselves. On a personal note, this also makes childcare a huge challenge. We are not in a rush to go back at the expense of safety so we will be taking our time to do this right.

Personally I am very encouraged by the dwindling numbers of COVID-19 cases and minimal community spread. However as summer begins and people are itching to get out, I have concerns that the numbers may go back up again; and we are all concerned about a second wave. I am not keen to be part of an experiment to “see how it goes” in the first 2 weeks.

I am very aware that for many of you, lack of massage therapy results in increased pain, discomfort, stress, and reduced function; and I sincerely regret that we are in a situation where I cannot safely help out yet. I am missing my clients, missing providing much needed relief through massage, and of course missing the income, but I will be waiting a bit longer to make sure I am making the best decision for myself, my family, and my clients.

Watch this space for updates, and if you’re already one of my wonderful clients you will be the first to know when I am able to safely get back to work!

UPDATE: COVID-19 2 WEEK CLOSURE

Dear clients of Natural Path Wellness,

Out of an abundance of caution and care for our clients and community we have made the difficult decision to close the clinic for a period of time in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak.

We will close initially for a 2 week period (until the week of March the 30th), and then reassess the situation the weekend prior to the 30th to make any further decisions to maintain the closure. We will contact each client personally if we continue to stay closed. Please continue to book your appointments in the future by calling or emailing us, our answering service is still taking calls and we can still book clients remotely.
This decision was made as a group, by each of your caregivers here.

We truly feel that if we support our community in getting ahead of this pandemic now we can, as a community, save lives.
We do not make this decision lightly or out of panic, this decision is based on sound advice from our government and national and international health organizations warnings to take this pandemic seriously.
It is now very clear that many people will not know if they are infected until after they have potentially infected others.

The vast majority of those infected will experience only mild symptoms but a smaller, and no less important, sector of our communities will become gravely ill. The most important thing now is to protect the most vulnerable by “flattening the curve” and not adding to our already strapped medical system.

We thank you for the loyalty you have shown us and the kind and concerned words of support many of you have given us, this is an incredible time of hardship for some but also a wonderful time of solidarity and support. Please take that to heart and show your neighbors the same support and kindness!

In the meantime, look after yourselves and continue with your own self-care at home. Do your stretches, practice mindfulness and breathing. Find a free meditation or yoga class on line. Go for a walk outside in the fresh air!

Follow us on Facebook or Instagram where we will try to give frequent updates and also links to other self-care options.

In the words of Dr. Dan Suan, clinical immunologist and researcher in Australia,
“Social isolation is not an act of fear – it is an act of love”.

Stay well!

Yours in health,
Bronwen, Paulette, Lisa G., Mhairi, Shannon, Lisa A., Nicole and Laura

I have a few openings for tomorrow, Thursday Feb 13th at Natural Path Wellness Centre!
2:45pm
4:00pm
5:30pm
Message me if you’d like to snag one! 💪🏼

I’m celebrating 10 YEARS as a Registered Massage Therapist today!

I find it hard to believe that so much time has passed... I’m so grateful to all of my clients over the years, especially my “regulars” who have been with me for so long.

If you’d like to book in with me before the holiday, get in touch! Don’t let that insurance go to waste! 😜

Yes! The first steps are happening!
https://www.thevanguard.ca/news/provincial/nova-scotia-government-introduces-legislation-to-regulate-massage-therapy-362887/

Nova Scotia government introduces legislation to regulate massage therapy | The Vanguard Nova Scotia has taken the first step toward regulating the massage therapy profession.   Under the proposed Massage Therapist Titles Protection Act, anyone who wants to use the titles massage therapist, registered massage therapist or

Morning all,
I have openings at 2:30 and 5:30pm today (Tuesday) at Natural Path Wellness Centre in Dartmouth, as well as Wednesday at 5:30pm, and Thursday at 11:45am and 1:00pm. Get in touch if you’d like to get a massage this week!

I’m very inspired by this article, and honestly disappointed in myself for not added pronouns to my intake forms before this! I’ll be making that change right away.
It’s important to me to create a space that feels safe and supportive to everyone. I’m always open to feedback and suggestions! 💚

https://m.thecoast.ca/Shoptalk/archives/2019/07/17/safer-space-massage-caters-to-all-bodies-and-identities

Safer Space Massage caters to all bodies and identities Massage therapist Leah Inman wants to fill a void in the q***r community.

Absolutely. In fact, let’s celebrate people taking good care of themselves and putting value in their mental and emotional health!

End the around

Happy New Years Eve everyone! Remember to take good care of yourself in 2019.

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I have a couple spots available this week at Natural Path Wellness Centre - and I opened up a few extra times for the December rush!

Tuesday December 11th:
4:00pm and 5:30pm

Wednesday December 12th:
5:45pm

Thursday December 13th:
11:30am, 12:45pm, and 2:00pm

Let me know if you'd like to book in or go online to: http://www.naturalpathwellness.ca/contact/

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Geeking out at John Corry’s TMJ (essentially your “jaw joint”) Mastery workshop weekend! Feeling invigorated and excited to employ some fresh new techniques and concepts into my massage practice.

It is absolutely amazing how TMJ dysfunction is related to so many issues such as headaches, scoliosis, vocal strain, postural imbalances, whiplash, even low back and S/I joint issues...the list goes on!

Massage can give a lot of relief for those desk-work-related trigger points and chronic tension. It can help achieve better muscle balance and relieve stress too!
However strength training is an important part of the long term solution:

Work-related pain can be reduced with strength training!

“9 different randomized controlled trials from my research group during the last 10 years, all pointing in the same direction: Strength training at the workplace reduces work-related musculoskeletal pain.” 👏🏻👏🏻

- Lars Andersen, professor of musculoskeletal disorders.

Here’s an example of Neck, shoulder, arm exercises for office workers. Want clinically relevant research like this? We review it for you: https://www.physio-network.com/memberships/ 📖

Just one appointment available this coming week at Natural Path Wellness in Dartmouth! 4pm on Thursday the 25th. Take some time for you!

The Benefits of Regular Massage It’s 6 a.m., your alarm is screaming at you to rise and shine. It’s time to hit the ground running after a restless night of sleep, make breakfast for the kids, pack bags, jump in the shower and be…

I’ve just had a 5:30pm slot open up at Natural Path Wellness Centre if anyone needs a massage today! :)

I have several openings at Natural Path Wellness Centre in Dartmouth coming up this week, let me know if you'd like to book in!
Tuesday
- 1:30pm
- 2:45pm
- 5:45m
Thursday
- 2:45pm
- 4:00pm
- 5:45pm
Your referrals are always very much appreciated especially as I build up my clientele on this side of the harbour. ;)

Openings available at Natural Path Wellness Centre this week:
Tuesday at 1:30, 4:00 or 5:45pm
Thursday at 3:30pm or 5:15pm

Click below to snag your spot! :)

I have a couple of massage appointments available at Natural Path Wellness Centre today - 2:45pm, 4:00pm and 7:00pm are all open!

Book online here: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=13271&stype=-9

Or message me to snag a spot. :)

Thursday May 24th at Natural Path Wellness Centre: I have 2 spots available, 1:30pm and 4:00pm! Message me to book in!
Also if anyone wants to get on a cancellation list for my late evening slots (5:45pm and 7:00pm) for Thursdays or Tuesdays please let me know!

Natural Path Wellness Centre is growing! I'll be away for May 1-9th and I'm looking forward to meeting these awesome new therapists when I return. :) My evenings are now fully booked up until May 22 so be sure to book in!