Carissa Barke, RMT
Therapeutic & Relaxation Massage
Heal. Reset. Restore.
Elevate your wellness journey with massage therapy in Old Strathcona, Edmonton, AB.
Carissa Barke, Registered Massage Therapist
Carissa is a Board-Certified, Registered Massage Therapist providing therapeutic, relaxation, and cupping massage in the heart of the Old Strathcona District, Edmonton.
Carissa offers a nurturing, attentive approach to massage therapy. She specializes in an immersive method of massage therapy to treat symptoms of stress and anxiety.
Carissa Barke, Registered Massage Therapist
Carissa is a Board-Certified, Registered Massage Therapist providing therapeutic, relaxation, and cupping massage in the heart of the Old Strathcona District, Edmonton.
Carissa offers a nurturing, attentive approach to massage therapy. She specializes in an immersive method of massage therapy to treat symptoms of stress and anxiety.
Meet Carissa
Carissa’s experience with holistic health and alternative medicine provides a unique experience for her clients.
In 2016, her exploration of holistic health ignited a passion to help others discover their own natural healing.
After nearly a year of health-focused travel in East Maui, Hawaii, she enrolled at the Alberta College of Massage Therapy and graduated with distinction.
Carissa’s approach is nurturing, attentive, and restorative. She specializes in therapeutic relaxation massage, an immersive method to treat pain and symptoms of stress and anxiety. Slow-flowing, rhythmic strokes increase circulation and slow the heart rate. In soothing the nervous system, the healing systems of the body are supported.
Her treatments typically combine both relaxation and therapeutic techniques. She often incorporates subtle healing techniques, such as reflexology, vagus nerve stimulation, sound healing, breath work, and energy work in her approach.
You can expect a custom, client-focused treatment that initiates the healing of body and mind. Current services include: Therapeutic Massage Therapy, Relaxation Massage Therapy, Auricular Therapy, and Cupping Massage, including Facial Cupping.
When not in the treatment room, she enjoys trying new whole-food recipes, researching nutrition, taking pottery classes, gardening, and practising hot yoga.
Treatments
1. Therapeutic Massage
Therapeutic massage is used to treat acute or chronic injury, pain, immobility, or aid in the management of clinical disease. Every therapeutic treatment starts with an assessment and plan, with the goal of restoring balance in the body. This can be combined with relaxation massage.
2. Relaxation Massage
Relaxation massage uses a gentle, restorative approach to help renew body and mind. Long, gliding strokes encourage circulatory health, aiding in improved health and overall wellness. Kneading and scooping techniques help loosen tight muscles and encourage a relaxed, blissful state of mind.
3. Cupping Massage
Myofascial cupping may be added to your massage treatment. Through the use of special plastic cups, suction is made on the skin that draws the tissue into the cup. The suction then creates negative pressure to lift, separate and stretch the soft tissues, accelerating healing from tension or injury.
What Treatment Should I Book?
Many people enjoy a combination of therapeutic and relaxation massage, with the optional addition of cupping for therapeutic effect. During your intake, Carissa will help identify your preferred approach.
Here’s what to expect:
1. Arrival
10-15 min
On your first visit, plan to arrive 15 minutes early to complete your health history form (or to save time, complete the form in advance). Keep in mind that if you’re driving, you may need a little extra time for parking.
2. Intake
5-10 min
Next, you will head to the treatment room with your therapist. There, you will review your health concerns, complete relevant assessments, discuss a treatment plan, and cover any further questions you may have.
3. Prep
2-3 min
You will then be left alone to disrobe (you may undress down to your comfort level). For your privacy and safety, you’ll remain covered by the linens at all times. Only the part of the body being worked on will be uncovered.
4. Enjoy
60, 90, or 120 min
Every treatment is uniquely suited to your needs. Open communication about your experience throughout the treatment is invited. You are welcome to initiate as much or as little conversation as you like.
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FAQs
What is the cost of a treatment?
Treatment times vary. A 60-minute session allows for treatment of one or two areas with some areas skipped (ie. just upper body). A 90 or 120-minute session allows thorough treatment of multiple areas.
Le Soleil Health & Wholeness
- 60 Minutes, $100
- 90 Minutes, $140
- 120 Minutes, $180
Grace of Being Massage
- 60 Minutes, $105
- 90 Minutes, $145
- 120 Minutes, $205
Add To Your Session (Optional):
- Myofascial Cupping (no extra charge)
- Facial Cupping (no extra charge)
- Auricular Therapy (no extra charge)
Where are you located?
Carissa is accepting new patients out of two locations in the heart of the Old Strathcona District in Edmonton:
Le Soleil Health and Wholeness
#201, 8135 102 St NW, Edmonton, AB.
Le Soleil is located on the second floor of the Roots on Whyte Community Building.
Street Access: Enter the building and take the stairs on your left. At the next floor up, turn left, and follow the hall around the corner. The red door to Le Soleil Health and Wholeness (Suite #201) will be on your left.
Elevator Access: Take the elevator to the second floor. From the elevator, turn right. Follow the hall around the corner. The door to Le Soleil Health and Wholeness (Suite #201) will be on your left.
The building’s reception desk on the main floor would be happy to assist you, should you need help.
Grace of Being Massage Therapy
#302A, 225 105 St NW, Edmonton
Grace of Being is located on the third floor of the Strathcona Health Centre.
Street Access: Enter the building and take the stairs from the lobby. Once on the third floor, turn right and follow the hall around the corner. The door to Grace of Being Massage Therapy (Suite #302) will be straight ahead.
Elevator Access: Take the elevator to the third floor. From the elevator, go straight. Follow the hall around the corner. The door to Grace of Being Massage Therapy (Suite #302) will be straight ahead.
Is treatment covered by my health insurance plan?
Carissa fulfills the 2200-hour educational and licensing requirements of most extended health benefit plans. An itemized receipt with licensing number will be provided to you upon payment for services, which can be submitted by you to your insurance company for reimbursement.
Direct billing to insurance providers is available at the Grace of Being Massage location.
What is your approach to massage?
When the body and mind are given space to relax, it is able to do it’s deepest healing work. Carissa’s approach supports this by providing a calm, nurturing, and relaxing environment to help address:
- Stress and anxiety
- Digestive disorders
- Emotional trauma
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Fibromyalgia
- TMJD
Carissa works to create a gentle environment for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs). We welcome people with sensory processing sensitivity into the treatment space.
Do you offer deep tissue massage?
Carissa’s approach to deep tissue massage is not about causing pain or using heavy pressure. It is about understanding of the layers of the muscles in the body and how they will relax, lengthen and release. Carissa’s believes that when the body and mind relax, the body can do its best healing work.
Where is the best place to park?
There are a few parking options:
1. Underground Parking. There is a paid underground parkade accessible from the alley on the south side of the Roots on Whyte building (see pin). Click here for rates and information.
2. Free Parking. There is street parking available year-round, on the north side of 81st Ave, as well a few blocks south, on 80th Avenue (see pin).
3. Timed Parking. There is free, 2-hour parking along 102nd Street and on the south side of 81st Ave (see pin).
4. Metered Parking. There is metered parking on Whyte Ave. It is $2/hr M-F, and $1/hr Saturday, with a 2-hour max, and free after 6pm (see pin).
Grace of Being Massage Therapy
There are a few parking options:
1. Free Parking. There is street parking is available for free in the neighbourhood. On certain days (e.g. Saturdays) it can be limited, so plan for a few extra minutes to find parking.
2. Metered Parking. There is metered parking outside the building. It is $2/hr M-F, and $1/hr Saturday, with a 2-hour max, and free after 6pm.
3. Private Lot. There is a private parking lot just east of the building that charges $2/hr (cash only).
Is the clinic wheelchair accessible?
Yes, both clinics are wheelchair accessible, offering:
- Accessible Parking
- Elevator Access to Clinic Floor
- Powered Main Doors
- Accessible Washrooms (Roots on Whyte Building only)
If you would like more information on clinic accessibility, please contact us.
How do I access the Intake Form?
Le Soleil Health & Wellness, Ltd.
You can fill out a electronic copy of the intake form here. Simply print it out and bring it with you to your appointment. Should you choose to fill the form out at the clinic, please plan to arrive to your appointment 15 mins early.
Grace of Being Massage Therapy
An electronic intake form will be emailed to your prior to your appointment. Please complete this intake form before your arrival.
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Le Soleil Health & Wholeness, Ltd.
Roots on Whyte Community Building
#201, 8135 – 102 St NW
Edmonton, AB T6E 4A4
Call (780) 414-1466
Grace of Being Massage Therapy
Strathcona Health Centre
#302A, 8225 – 105 St NW
Edmonton, AB T6E 4H2
[email protected]