James grew up in Terrace, British Columbia, where he enjoyed the Northern BC landscape, rock climbing, snowboarding/ski touring, hiking & mountain biking. From Terrace he moved to Vernon, BC where he attended the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy, and graduated from the 3-year program June 2007. He practiced first in the Vernon area, and in 2008 moved to the beautiful Kamloops area with his family where they are enjoying everything Kamloops has to offer.
James believes in giving his patients the best quality of care using research, continuing education and skill development. This ensures each and every patient receives personalized treatments to meet their healthcare needs. James also considers collaboration with other healthcare providers, patient education and a patients’ involvement in their own recovery to be very important parts of treatment protocols.
Some of the techniques James uses in his practice are: Myofascial Release, deep tissue massage, Swedish Massage, active/passive stretching, trigger point release, active/passive musculoskeletal release, joint mobilizations, and corrective taping.
James serves on various committees for the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia (CMTBC). He served as vice president during 2009, and was the president of the organization from 2010 to 2013. The CMTBC is the regulatory body for BC RMT’s, and it acts on behalf of all British Columbians to ensure registered massage therapists always deliver safe and effective treatments.
James is happy to be working with a wonderful group of professionals at Kamloops Active Health and looks forward to continuing to explore the Kamloops area and all its outdoor adventures with his wife and two sons. He strives to consistently provide high quality healthcare for the citizens of Kamloops. See you out there!