Alyssa Thomas, RMT
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Mobile massage therapy services provided to Edmonton & surrounding area. (Direct billing available)
07/02/2026
One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is:
“I’ll book a massage when I’m in pain.”
The reality is that our bodies often communicate with us long before pain shows up.
Maybe it’s the tension in your shoulders that never seems to go away.
The headaches that have become “normal.”
Feeling stiff every morning.
Restless sleep.
Difficulty relaxing.
Or simply feeling disconnected from your body.
These are all ways your body may be asking for your attention.
Pain is important, but it’s only one form of communication.
As a massage therapist, one of my goals isn’t just to help reduce pain. It’s to help people reconnect with their bodies. To notice the subtle changes, understand what their body is telling them, and respond before those whispers become shouts.
This doesn’t mean every ache requires treatment, but it does mean our bodies deserve to be listened to.
The more we learn to pay attention, the better equipped we are to care for ourselves.
What’s one subtle way your body lets you know it’s time to slow down?
People often see the treatment itself, but there’s so much more that goes into a day as a mobile massage therapist.
Here’s a little glimpse behind the scenes of one of my days…
Letting life be.
Starting the day with a reminder that not everything needs to be rushed or controlled.
Replenish & rehydrate.
Caring for others starts with caring for myself.
Fueling my body.
A busy afternoon of treatments means making sure I have the energy to show up fully for each client.
Prepping for a long afternoon.
Packing my table, supplies, and everything needed to bring the clinic to my clients.
Supporting clients at every stage of life.
From prenatal and postpartum care to athletes, busy parents, and seniors, every treatment is tailored to the individual in front of me.
Stepmom duties.
One of my favourite roles, woven into the rhythm of everyday life.
Admin time.
Responding to messages, charting treatments, planning content, and everything else that happens behind the scenes of running a business.
Helping relieve tension.
The part of my day most people think about. But, it’s only one piece of the bigger picture.
A regular date with Petro-Canada.
The less glamorous side of mobile massage! My car is my office between appointments, so fuel stops are simply part of the job.
Ending the day by serving myself.
After spending the day supporting others, I make time to support myself, too. Whether it’s stretching, slowing down, enjoying a quiet moment, or simply checking in with how I’m feeling, it’s my way of thanking my body, my mind, and my soul for carrying me through another day.
Being a massage therapist is about so much more than the hour I spend with a client. It’s about showing up with intention, staying present, and making sure I have the capacity to give my best. Both to the people I care for and to myself.
What does a typical day look like for you?
06/28/2026
A few reflections from this week…
What I learned:
Patience.
Not just with other people, but with myself.
Patience with healing. Patience with progress. Patience with the seasons of life that don’t move as quickly as we’d like them to.
I’m learning that not everything needs to happen immediately, and not every goal needs to be accomplished on a strict timeline. Sometimes the most meaningful growth happens slowly, quietly, and in ways we don’t immediately notice.
What I’m grateful for:
Family.
For the support, the laughter, the encouragement, and the reminders of what truly matters. Life can feel busy and demanding, but spending time with the people who know us best has a way of bringing us back to what is important.
What I’m looking forward to next week:
Continued growth and finishing some special projects that I’ve been slowly working on.
I’m learning to appreciate slow progress. Some things take time to develop, and that’s okay. There is something rewarding about watching ideas, goals, and projects come together gradually rather than rushing to the finish line.
As I head into a new week, I’m carrying these reminders with me:
Be patient.
Stay grateful.
Trust the process.
What did you learn, appreciate, or look forward to this week?
06/26/2026
One of the most common things I hear from people is:
“I’ll book once things get really bad.”
Many of us have been taught to wait until we’re in significant pain before seeking help.
But our bodies often give us information long before pain becomes impossible to ignore.
Maybe it’s:
• Tight shoulders at the end of every day.
• Headaches that seem to be happening more often.
• Difficulty relaxing.
• Poor sleep.
• Feeling constantly tense or overwhelmed.
• That sense that your body just doesn’t feel like itself.
Pain is one way our bodies communicate, but it’s not the only way.
Massage therapy isn’t only about treating symptoms. It can also be an opportunity to check in with your body, improve body awareness, support recovery, and create space for your nervous system to slow down.
You don’t need to earn rest.
You don’t need to wait until you’re completely exhausted.
And you don’t need to be in severe pain to deserve care.
Sometimes the goal isn’t fixing a problem.
Sometimes it’s maintaining your health, preventing things from worsening, and staying connected to your body before it starts shouting for your attention.
Do you tend to book appointments for maintenance, or do you wait until something hurts?
One of the things I love most about teaching infant massage is watching parents realize that their baby has been communicating with them all along.
Babies don’t need words to tell us how they’re feeling.
They communicate through:
• Eye contact
• Facial expressions
• Body movements
• Muscle tension
• Sounds and vocalizations
• Turning toward us or away from us
As parents, it can feel overwhelming trying to understand what our baby needs. We often look for schedules, apps, and advice to tell us what to do.
But one of the most valuable skills we can develop is learning to observe and respond to the baby in front of us.
During infant massage, we practice slowing down, asking permission, observing cues, and respecting when a baby wants more interaction, or when they need a break.
These moments help build trust, communication, and connection.
The goal isn’t to do everything perfectly.
The goal is to become more confident in understanding your baby and trusting your own instincts.
Your baby is already communicating.
Sometimes we simply need permission to slow down and listen.
What’s one cue your baby gives that you’ve learned to recognize?
06/21/2026
For a long time, I thought growth would look like getting back to who I was before.
Before my accident.
Before my health changed.
Before life took a different direction than I expected.
I thought progress would mean returning to the person I used to be: having the same energy, the same strength, the same stamina, and the same ability to move through life without thinking twice.
But lately, I’ve realized that growth rarely looks the way we expect.
Sometimes growth isn’t returning to who you were.
Sometimes it’s learning to trust yourself again.
It’s listening to your body instead of fighting it.
It’s adapting when things don’t go according to plan.
It’s letting go of the timeline you had for yourself.
And sometimes, growth means becoming someone new.
I see this in my own life, but I also see it in the parents I work with.
Parenthood rarely unfolds exactly the way we imagined. Babies don’t always follow the books. Recovery doesn’t always happen on schedule. Life changes us in ways we never anticipated.
But that doesn’t mean we’re failing.
It simply means we’re growing.
Over the past several months, I’ve been reconnecting with my body, my work, and the therapist I want to be. Not by becoming the person I was before, but by becoming the person I am now.
Growth doesn’t always look like moving forward in a straight line.
Sometimes it looks like resting.
Sometimes it looks like starting over.
Sometimes it looks like slowing down.
And sometimes it looks like realizing you’ve been growing all along.
What has growth looked like for you lately?
One of the quickest ways to create anxiety as a parent is to compare your child to someone else’s.
One baby rolls at four months.
Another rolls at six.
One starts walking shortly after their first birthday.
Another takes a little longer.
One says their first words early.
Another focuses on mastering movement first.
It’s easy to look around and wonder if your child is falling behind.
The truth is that development happens within a range.
Milestones are important tools that help us monitor growth and identify when additional support may be beneficial, but they aren’t deadlines.
Every child develops at their own pace, influenced by their personality, environment, opportunities for practice, and individual strengths.
As parents, it’s important to pay attention to progress rather than perfection.
Are they learning?
Are they growing?
Are they gaining new skills over time?
Those are often more important questions than whether they’re doing something on the exact same timeline as another child.
Of course, if you have concerns about your child’s development, trust your instincts and speak with your healthcare provider. Early support can make a meaningful difference.
But if your child is taking a slightly different path to get there, remember:
Different doesn’t automatically mean delayed.
Sometimes it simply means they’re developing in their own way.
What’s one milestone you remember worrying about as a parent?
06/17/2026
Lately, there have been several high-profile stories in the news that have sparked conversations about consent.
As a massage therapist and infant massage educator, it’s something I think about often.
When I teach infant massage, one of the concepts we spend time discussing is consent.
Many people are surprised to hear that we can begin teaching consent long before a child is able to speak.
We do this by observing cues, asking permission before touch, and respecting when a baby communicates that they need a break, want a different position, or simply aren’t interested in engaging.
It’s not about expecting a baby to verbally say “yes” or “no.”
It’s about recognizing that every person deserves respect, autonomy, and the opportunity to have their cues acknowledged.
But the conversation doesn’t stop with babies.
I often remind parents that they deserve the same respect.
Whether it’s a massage therapy appointment, a healthcare visit, or any situation involving touch, consent should be ongoing.
Giving consent at the beginning of an appointment doesn’t mean you’ve given up control.
You have the right to ask questions.
You have the right to request modifications.
You have the right to decline a technique.
You have the right to change your mind.
And you have the right to end a treatment at any time.
A therapeutic relationship should be built on trust, communication, and respect.
At its core, consent isn’t a one-time conversation.
It’s an ongoing process.
One that helps create safety, trust, and connection. For babies, children, and adults alike.
What are your thoughts on teaching body autonomy and consent from an early age?
As parents, it’s natural to want a plan.
We read about routines, schedules, wake windows, feeding times, and nap lengths because we want to do what’s best for our babies.
But sometimes, the pressure to follow a plan perfectly creates more stress than the plan itself.
The reality is that babies aren’t robots.
Some days they’re hungrier.
Some days they’re tired sooner.
Some days they want more connection, more movement, or more comfort.
When we focus solely on the schedule, it’s easy to miss what our baby is actually telling us.
That’s why I encourage parents to think about routines as a guide, not a rule.
Flexibility allows us to respond to the baby in front of us rather than the schedule we hoped for.
The same is true during infant massage.
Some days your baby may enjoy a full routine. Other days they may only want a few minutes before they’re ready to move on.
Neither is wrong.
Following your baby’s cues helps build trust, communication, and connection. And, often reduces stress for everyone involved.
Because parenting isn’t about getting it perfect.
It’s about learning to respond to what’s needed in the moment.
Have you found that flexibility helps reduce stress in your home?
What did you learn, appreciate, or look forward to this week?
What I learned:
Your body communicates remarkably well when you’re willing to listen.
This week was a reminder that our bodies are constantly giving us information. Sometimes it’s subtle, and sometimes it’s impossible to ignore. The challenge isn’t whether our bodies are communicating, it’s whether we’re making space to hear what they’re saying.
What I’m grateful for:
The clients who trust me with their care and see the value in continued treatment.
It’s never something I take for granted when someone chooses to return, share their progress, and allow me to be part of their wellness journey. Watching clients feel better, move better, and gain a deeper understanding of their own bodies is one of the most rewarding parts of my work.
What I’m looking forward to next week:
Continued growth.
Not just professionally, but personally as well. Growth isn’t always dramatic. Sometimes it’s simply becoming a little more aware, a little more present, and a little more connected than you were the week before.
As we head into a new week, I’m carrying these reminders with me.
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