Solace Wellness Centre in the Old City Quarter ~ since 2007
Our HISTORY
Welcome to The Solace Centre! Located in the cozy heart of Nanaimo’s Old City Quarter, we’ve been a place of rest and healing since 2007. Our focus is on providing high-quality therapeutic treatments in a soothing, spa-like setting where you’ll feel completely at ease. Whether you’re looking for relaxation or a tailored wellness experience, we’re here to support you. Come and enjoy the warmth and care we pour into each visit—you’ll feel right at home from the moment you walk in. We can’t wait to welcome you.
Our Registered Massage Therapists:
Lynne Carroll, RMT, BHSC.
Lynne has been in practice for over 22 years. She holds a Bachelor of Health Science and she is a member of the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia as a Registered Massage Therapist since 2001.
More about Lynne
Lynne, a graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy (WWCMT) in 2001, holds a Bachelor of Health Science. Following her tenure as a supervisor and instructor at the college, she founded Solace Wellness Centre in 2007. Lynne’s teaching experience extends to Kundalini Yoga, where she imparts this yogic science to empower self healing.
With a diverse range of skills, Lynne seamlessly integrates myofascial techniques, deep tissue work, trigger point release, and breathwork into her treatments. Her approach is rooted in evidence-based research and she also considers the body’s subtle language.
Lynne’s dedication to continuous learning is evident through her recent continuing education endeavors, including specialized training in Fascia: Structure and Function, Craniosacral Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, Yoga Therapy for RMTs, and Applied Somatics. In the realm of yoga, she has completed a comprehensive 1000-hour Hatha Yoga program and Kundalini Yoga training through the Kundalini Research Institute (KRI), encompassing Level 1 and Level 2 Humanology.
Beyond her core expertise, Lynne has also pursued additional training in Reiki, Reflexology, Birth Doula support, and Aromatherapy.
Training & Education
Most recent continuing education:
- Facia: structure and function shoulder girdle (Mark Finch)
- Facia: structure and function spine (Mark Finch)
- Craniosacral Therapy (Upledger Institute)
- Visceral Manipulation (Natale Rao)
- International Symposium on the Science of Touch
- Yoga Therapy for RMT’s
- Applied Somatics
Yoga:
- 200hrs Ashtanga Yoga
- 300hrs Hatha
- 200hrs – Prana Flow
- 50 hrs Yin Yoga
- Kundalini Yoga (Kundalini Research Institute)
Level 1 -200 hrs
Level 2 (humanology)- 200hrs - Conscious communication
- Authentic Relationships
- Stress and Vitality
- Lifestyles and Lifecycles
Additional training:
- Reiki
- Reflexology
- Birth Doula
- Aromatherapy
Brittany Murray, RMT.
Brittany became Registered as a massage therapist in 2012, after completing the 3000 hour program at West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria BC.
More about Brittany
Brittany has a passion for helping her clientele develop stronger connections between mind and body throughout her massage treatments. With the belief that our bodies are instruments that reflect our life experiences, Brittany places importance in slowing down and learning to listen to what our bodies have to say. She has found that creating a calming experience for the nervous system is paramount in supporting health and well being.
With this in mind, and at heart, Brittany enters each treatment session with an intention to address and tend to chronic or acute pains and dysfunctions that may be limiting her client’s quality of life and causing any signs of dis-ease.
Treatment techniques often utilized by Brittany include traditional Swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, joint mobilization techniques, and craniosacral therapy. She also loves to incorporate traditional Hawaiian Lomi Lomi techniques into her massages to increase circulation and deepen relaxation.
Nico Baines, RMT.
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Takara Thompson, RMT.
Takara looks forward to holding space for her clients. She believes that the state of the parasympathetic system is powerful for rebalancing, restoring, and setting goals for the future.
More about Takara
Takara’s main focus is to help you with your specific goals as well as help bring the body into a state of calming restoration. Each client’s state of calm is different and will present differently depending on their goals. Sleeping, chatter, laughter, heavy sighs, tears, and more can be the body’s way of releasing. Takara is here to assist in your healing journey and is prepared to help you with what suits your needs. If you require other/more care she will be happy to refer you to other wonderful staff here or refer you to other health care professionals.
She enjoys a variety of techniques such as myofascial massage, general Swedish massage, trigger point work, the use of Instrument Assisted Soft tissue mobilization tools, and many others. With previous experience working in gyms, spas, and other health clinics. Shes had the opportunity to help a variety of people with many different injuries, such as disc/ nerve problems, paraplegia, whiplash, headaches, migraines, frozen shoulder, strains, sprains, and everyday body stresses. Each client has a different threshold for massage pressure and depth. She encourages you to let her know what pressure you usually enjoy, this way you can discuss what is best for your body from both the therapist and client’s perspective.
Nola Fielding, RMT
Based in Nanaimo BC., Nola Fielding is a Massage Therapist registered with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC).
More about Nola
She has been privileged to work with a wide variety of people experiencing symptoms and chronic illnesses ranging from headaches, postural dysfunctions, fibromyalgia, MS, Parkinson’s, stroke, DDD, sports injuries and many more.
Nola offers the highest quality of care to her clients and can help you improve your overall health and decrease stress. She is looking forward to working with you in a safe, comfortable and caring environment. Nola is a lifelong learner who enjoys yoga, swimming and creating art.
Angela Henderson, RMT
Angela is a graduate of the 3000 hour program at WCCMT in Victoria, BC, and has been an RMT since 2012.
More about Angela
After more than a decade in the profession, she now focuses her practice solely on Craniosacral Therapy.
Other studies include Therapeutic Yoga and Foot Reflexology. In the past, Angela has worked in acute and long term healthcare settings as a Rehabilitation Assistant. She has witnessed both the sudden impacts from acute illness or injury, and the slower transitions of aging bodies.
Dedicated to the subtle, yet profound changes that come with a slow and gentle approach to any practice, Angela creates a calm and nurturing space where your body and nervous system can soften and feel at ease. She believes in the innate wisdom that lives in every body.
Outside of her RMT practice, Angela offers yoga sessions as a C-IAYT Yoga Therapist.
Kati Boulin, RMT
As a Registered Massage Therapist, Kati believes in the combined effects of massage therapy and movement based interventions.
More about Kati
As a Registered Massage Therapist, Kati believes in the combined effects of massage therapy and movement based interventions. She is strongly passionate about education, both for her patient’s benefit as well as for her own.
In her early 20’s she pursued a career as a personal trainer and discovered her love for working with people. Soon after beginning her career as a trainer she suffered a debilitating pelvis injury from playing competitive soccer and found herself in chronic pain for over 2 years. Through working with a physiotherapist in Vancouver she realized what it took, both mentally and physically to overcome pain. She was able to successfully rehabilitate after a year and returned to being active.
After this experience she realized the impact she could have working in an industry helping people feel their best as well as overcome their injuries. She returned to school to become a massage therapist. Kati graduated from WCCMT in 2015 and has been growing her knowledge and skills in the industry ever since.
With her previous background working alongside some of the best Physiotherapists in Vancouver and years of playing competitive, high level sports Kati brings a unique skill set to the industry. She believes it’s important to listen first, then provide a unique treatment to each of her patients. Kati uses a number of different techniques in her sessions. From movement, deep tissue massage to myofascial release. She tailors her sessions based on the needs of her patients. Her extensive knowledge of the body and movement allows her to provide pain relieving solutions at home or at work.
Her philosophy is simple, “Change is essential. Change the way you think and you change the way you move. Change the way you move and you change the way you feel.”
She looks forward to working with you and wishes you the very best on your healing journey.