Loosen what is tight. Calm what is wound up.
Direct billing · Evenings and weekends · Accessible clinic · Free parking
Emily Walsh, Emily Mathisen, Kilby Curran, Melissa MacIntosh, Kathy Skeete and Amy Matheson are all Registered Massage Therapists. Between them they cover deep tissue, relaxation, prenatal, sports and TMJ work — and they will tell you plainly which one you need. Sessions are 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes.
Tell us what is going on and we will match you to the right kind — or the right therapist.
Focused, clinical work on overworked muscles: chronic tension, restricted movement, the knot that never leaves.
Slower, flowing work that settles the nervous system. For stress, poor sleep, or a week that got away from you.
Safe, supported positioning through every stage of pregnancy and recovery — for back pain, swelling and plain exhaustion.
For people who train. Recovery between sessions, prevention before the injury, and work on what is already sore.
Beyond the usual table work, two treatments people ask for by name.
Slow, deliberate work on the face, jaw and neck. Eases tension and puffiness, helps lymphatic drainage, and is quietly one of the most relaxing things we do.
For clenching, grinding and jaw pain. Works the muscles of the face, neck and jaw, inside and out, to reduce headaches and let the jaw move freely again.
Four things we see change in people who come regularly.
Tight muscles release, knots let go, and the ache you have been carrying eases.
An hour where nothing is asked of you. Most people sleep better that night.
Better blood flow and lymphatic drainage, which is what tissue needs to heal.
Whether it is a training block or an injury, the body bounces back faster with regular work.
Straightforward from the first form to the follow-up.
A short health history, then a conversation about what you want from the session.
Your therapist explains positioning and draping before anything starts, and answers whatever you want to ask.
Pressure, pace and focus are adjusted to you. Say so at any point and it changes.
A stretch or two to take home, and a sense of when it makes sense to come back.
The clinic has its own entrance beside the Bedford store, so it is quiet even when the market is busy.
You will be greeted by name by the second visit.
Private, warm and quiet, with the table set up for you before you walk in.
The reasons people book most often.
Choose a therapist and book directly, or book any available time and we will match you.
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Yes. We bill most major insurers directly for massage therapy. Bring your benefits card to your first visit.
Not to book. Some insurance plans ask for a doctor's note before they'll cover treatment, so check yours.
Yes. Every massage therapist at Luminate is a Registered Massage Therapist.
Deep tissue, relaxation, prenatal and sports massage. Tell us what you're coming in for when you book and we'll match you with the right RMT.
Deep tissue is focused, clinical work on overworked muscles and restricted movement. Relaxation massage is slower, flowing work. Tell us what's going on when you book and we'll match you to the right kind, or the right therapist.
Yes. TMJ massage works the muscles of the face, neck and jaw, inside and out. Mention it when you book so we can match you with the right RMT.
Yes. Melissa MacIntosh, RMT, is Vodder Level 3 certified in manual lymphatic drainage. Because she's an RMT, MLD sessions bill as massage therapy.
30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes — you choose when you book.
A short health history, then a conversation about what you want from the session. Your therapist explains positioning and draping before anything starts, adjusts pressure and pace as you go, and may give you a stretch or two to take home.
Whatever's comfortable. You undress to your own comfort level and are draped with a sheet the whole time; only the area being worked on is uncovered.
Our RMTs offer prenatal massage. Tell us how far along you are when you book so we can set the table up properly.
At our clinic at 486 Starboard Drive in Bedford, part of Halifax, in the same building as our Bedford store with its own entrance. There is free parking out front.
Yes. Evening and weekend appointments are available. Book online through Jane with a specific therapist or any available time, or call (902) 835-9319.
Yes. Book directly with the therapist you'd like through Jane, or book any available time and we'll match you.
Most major Canadian insurers, including Canada Life, Manulife, Sun Life, Medavie Blue Cross, Green Shield and Desjardins. If yours isn't on our direct billing page, ask; the list keeps growing.
Massage Therapy is offered at our clinic in Bedford, Halifax — 486 Starboard Drive. Direct billing to most insurers.
Stress, pain, an injury, or just a body that needs an hour — book online with any of our registered massage therapists, or call the clinic if you want a recommendation first.
Our clinic is at 486 Starboard Drive in Bedford, part of Halifax, in the same building as our Bedford store with its own entrance. Our registered massage therapists work here, and most insurers are billed directly at the desk.
Sessions are 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes; you choose the length when you book. Your first visit starts with a short health history and a conversation about what you want from the session. Your therapist explains positioning and draping before anything starts, and pressure, pace and focus are adjusted to you throughout. You go home with a stretch or two and a sense of when it makes sense to come back.
Yes. Every massage therapist here is a Registered Massage Therapist, and we bill most major insurers directly, including Canada Life, Manulife, Sun Life, Medavie Blue Cross, Green Shield and Desjardins. Bring your benefits card and photo ID to your first visit, and you pay only the part your plan does not cover. Some plans ask for a doctor's note before they cover massage, so check yours.
Our RMTs are Emily Walsh, Emily Mathisen, Kilby Curran, Melissa MacIntosh, Kathy Skeete and Amy Matheson. Between them they cover deep tissue, relaxation, prenatal, sports and TMJ work, and they will tell you plainly which one you need. Melissa also offers manual lymphatic drainage, with Vodder Level 3 certification.
The clinic is at 486 Starboard Drive in Bedford, just off Larry Uteck Boulevard, with free parking out front and an accessible clinic. Evening and weekend appointments are available. Book online with a specific therapist or any available time, or call (902) 835-9319 if you would like a recommendation first.
Amazing TMJ massage with Melissa. If you grind your teeth/clench from stress or have any jaw issues this is a game changer!! I didn't realize how tight my jaw muscles were until after the massage and have found relief from stress headaches.
Alie · Massage Therapy · October 2025 · Google
Emily is an amazing massage therapist - whether you are looking for therapeutic or relaxing - you're in good hands!
Erin Sheppard · Massage Therapy · October 2023 · Google
Had a great time with Kilby. She is really nice and professional. Will definitely come back again.
Gagandeep Kaur · Massage Therapy · November 2025 · Google
I recently visited Emily and I had an amazing experience! She was very professional and kind, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire session. She knew exactly how to work out all the tension in my muscles.
Jacqueline McNeil · Massage Therapy · October 2023 · Google
Amazing Emily Walsh.
Janice Zed · Massage Therapy · October 2024 · Google
Stephanie is amazing. I typically hate massages, she makes it a wonderful experience.
Kim Morrissey · Massage Therapy · October 2023 · Google
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