Meet Vanessa
Vanessa Lees, RMT, BA, CNHP, CYT, FIS, PTS
Vanessa roots are in Energy Therapy and Psychology. She started off in Psychology at the University of Western Ontario with the intention of doing her PhD in Psychology. However over the 4 years of her Honours BA she felt that something was missing for her - the body and energy piece. She had been introduced to yoga, meditation, hypnosis, and Reiki during her teen and early adult years. She felt that this needed to be part of her life and calling.
She finished her Honours BA and then went on to explore the field of Wellness. She worked at a nutrition store soaking up all the knowledge she could before going back full-time to a Holistic College. She studied at the Transformational Arts College in 2001 under the Holistic Program so that she could learn more about Energy and Healing the Mind, Body and Spirit. Studying a variety of modalities, she found her passion with Energy Healing, Aromatherapy and Body Dialoguing.
After graduatimg she became an Alternative Therapist at the Old Mill Inn and Spa located in Etobicoke, Ontario. After that she traveled solo through Central America for 6 months. She learned much about herself and energy therapy. She spent time with raw food folks, yogi’s, therapist, energy healers and mostly herself. She came back wanting to explore the world of fitness. She became a personal trainer - Listening to people’s stories and helping them to get to their best physical, mental and emotional shape. Her passion for entertaining kicked in and she became a fitness instructor to pursued her love of dance, martial arts, and yoga. She is a certified yoga instructor (CYT), fitness instructor (FIS) and personal trainer (PTS).
After this total immersion in fitness and body focus, she then worked at Ste Anne’s Spa in Grafton On as their Wellness Coordinator. Leading the wellness classes and workshops while exploring her passions for teaching, Vanessa held mini-workshops daily on basic nutrition, chakras, yoga, Ayurveda, mandalas, meditation, body focusing and many more.
In 2007, Vanessa added in a yoga training with Maureen Rae, before the birth of her son. In 2011 she went back to school to be an RMT. Although she had been doing massage since graduating the Holistic College in 2001, she felt that becoming an RMT would give her so much more knowledge of the body, working with injury and other diseases.
Since graduating in 2012 she worked at Royal York Massage Therapy Clinic and Hearthstone by the Bay (a residence for seniors). Currently, she flies solo in her expanding home-based practice located in Etobicoke!
In 2022 Acupuncture and cupping were added to this ever-growing list of healing modalities. And in 2023, Clinical Hypnosis was added to her repertoire. Her main focus now is on gentle approaches to integrate the mind, body, and spirit. Each session offers a unique session for each unique client!
"We all are on our own unique journeys...our souls emerge as we go along. Sometimes they need a little help to shine; that's where I come in. I help my clients have a better sense of who they are, to have increased awareness and to shine a little brighter."
- Vanessa
Vanessa Lees
Testimonials
Great service at all levels; always takes the time to make sure you feel good and understand what treatment she will be providing. I really enjoy being there and feel amazing when you walk out Thank you Vanessa - Rim S
Excellent! Vanessa is an excellent instructor, she speaks clear, calm, shows genuine concern to her participants. We have learned a lot and look forward to future sessions. - Unity Health
Vanessa Lees is in the Master class of RMT's. Her knowledge and treatment techniques are superb! I wholeheartedly encourage anyone to have a treatment and endorse this service completely! - Paul C
Amazing!! Vanessa is amazing! Very professional, and I lover her energy. She really understand the human body. I should have went to her a long time ago Thank you and I look forward to my next session - Maria P
Marvellous Massage! Vanessa is a highly skilled and experienced RMT. She is highly respectful and compliant with COVID procedures and as an immuno-compromised individual who has high anxiety when going in public, I can tell you that I felt entirely safe. She provides me with much needed muscle relief and I have already re-booked for my next appointment. Vanessa is professional and very warm and welcoming and her training goes beyond massage so be sure to check out all of her services. I highly recommend Vanessa! - Karen R
Wonderful Experience I just had my first appointment with Vanessa, it will not be my last. Vanessa greeted me outside with a warm, friendly smile. She escorted me in - both of us in masks - to a clean, warm studio area. It’s quite cozy and I felt comfortable right off the bat. Vanessas bed side manner is exceptional. Did I already say warm and friendly!? We, chatted & had some easy laughter too. The service itself was phenomenal - I’ve already booked my next 2 appointments. I’m so glad I found you Vanessa!! - Jody H
Always Amazing! My visits with Vanessa are always amazing. She has an intuitive and healing energy, calming effect, and by now she knows me and my body quite well as I have been a client for a few years now. It does make a difference to find someone who knows how to connect with your body rather than fight against it. Always appreciated. Marie-Claire T
Amazing ! What a relief it is to have no more pain in my neck, shoulder and back. I was so relaxed it felt like I was floating on air . Your fingers are magic. You'll be seeing me more often! - A.L.
Wow! Vanessa has the great gift of skill and empathy, and the ability to use multiple techniques and varying pressures and delicately balanced treatment. She is an excellent massage therapist and has a lovely, reassuring and nourishing presence. Maureen L
Perfect Timing I was feeing nervous about a vocal audition that was coming up. I hadn't been to Vanessa before. She listened, felt and watched very closely and identified tight areas in my neck and jaw. She gave me reiki, sacral therapy, sound therapy, massage and some excellent insight into what's going on with me physically and emotionally. She released my tension so I could just sing! Her treatment worked wonders to relax me. - Marcia M
The Best! Vanessa was recommended to me years ago by another massage therapist and I have never looked back. She has been my go-to person for everything from massage, reflexology and reiki. I would highly recommend Vanessa to anyone and everyone...her professionalism and spirit is what we all need! - Vivian G
Vanessa heals physically & emotionally I've been a client of Vanessa's going on 4 years now. She is trained in many different aspects of healing and excels in each. Vanessa seems to know where I need extra attention and will work out those trigger points during my massage. My treatments have included reiki, massage, dialoguing, cranial sacral therapy, aromatherapy among others and she is well versed in all of them! Our sessions have become a sanctuary for me! I would confidently refer her to others. Laura HP
Best Massage in Town! Vanessa is an excellent massage therapist. She listens to you and tailors the massage to your particular needs. She also provides exercises to help the particular area that needs work. She has even come to the gym in our condo to suggest what equipment to best suit our needs. Vanessa is a real gem! - Mary-Beth
Vanessa is skilled in multiple treatment modalities which elevate massage to a whole different level. Whether opting for a massage or a combination treatment, Vanessa's intuition and empathy allow her to effectively tailor each session to individual needs. The Aromatherapy is exquisite - not only are essential oils custom blended for each client, but you get to keep any remaining oil to enjoy at home. Energy work and dialoguing are very effective for releasing long held patterns or sources of tension. As a physical trainer, she can also recommend follow up exercises. Whatever treatments you choose, you will be rewarded with increased relaxation and vitality. I highly recommend Vanessa's massage and other treatments to support health and wellness.
S.M.
I have really enjoyed receiving massage therapy from Vanessa. Her studio has good karma and she custom mixes a wonderful massage oil which makes the experience comfortable and therapeutic. We did some mind body therapy, a great way to bring physical and emotional balance to my life. - F.R.
Vanessa is an extremely professional individual. She uses all of her modalities and adjusts to the client’s needs. She is a very intuitive spirit. This allows her to instinctively use her experiences to best serve a client at the time of any massage treatment. Vanessa’s healing hands helped with a lifetime of sport injuries and the stress of life’s daily trials and tribulations. I have always felt comfortable, cared for and safe on her table. You get to decide if you need quiet during the session or if you are up for comfortable conversation. Vanessa can accommodate either. She checks in with you, asks for feedback and is responsive.
Whether you are there for a massage or any of the other modalities, she is sensitive to your needs and provides a safe environment to relax to its fullest. In addition, Vanessa is also a holistic healer, yoga teacher and a fitness trainer which allows her to draw on all of this knowledge to ensure that a client gets the maximum benefits. I would highly recommend her to anyone and always leave our sessions very grounded and relaxed.
Nancy M.