Background and Education

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Heidi Theriault is a massage therapist, naturopath, educator, and former licensed practical nurse with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. She studied psychology at McGill University, including coursework in neuroscience and forensic anthropology, developing a strong foundation in human biology and behaviour.

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She later trained in massage therapy at the Académie de Massage Scientifique (AMS), where she studied biocorporal massage, kinetherapy, and lymphatic drainage. She also completed training in Thai reflexology and Thai massage at Lotus Palm Massage School and the Basic Theory PT course through the YMCA Fitness Instructor Training Program. In 2024, she earned certification as a naturopath from ANPQ: L’Association des Naturopathes Professionnels du Québec.

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Professional Experience

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Heidi began her career in healthcare, gaining extensive experience in patient mobility, injury recovery, and supportive care. In 2020, she founded Visacova Santé Massothérapie, a clinic dedicated to therapeutic massage and holistic wellness.

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She is the developer of the Sarcomere Massage Technique, a therapeutic approach designed to address muscular dysfunction, chronic tension, and mobility restrictions at their source.

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Heidi is recognized for her expertise and frequently receives referrals from healthcare professionals for clients requiring specialized care in rehabilitation and pain management. Her treatments combine scientific understanding of the body with a precise and therapeutic manual approach.

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Unique Skill Set

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Heidi’s multidisciplinary background allows her to integrate science-based techniques with holistic approaches to care. Her expertise spans healthcare, massage therapy, naturopathy, and movement therapy, giving her a comprehensive understanding of the body and its natural processes.

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She specializes in therapeutic massage for injury recovery, chronic discomfort, and muscular dysfunction, with a focus on restoring mobility and reducing long-standing tension. Her training in anatomy, biomechanics, and rehabilitation enables her to tailor each treatment to the individual needs of her clients.

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Mission and Philosophy

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Heidi’s mission is to help individuals take an active role in their health and well-being. She believes in a client-centred approach in which education, personalized care, and manual therapy work together to achieve lasting results.

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Her goal is not only to relieve discomfort but to restore balance, improve mobility, and support long-term physical health. By integrating her healthcare background, holistic training, and therapeutic expertise, Heidi continues to advance evidence-informed, client-focused massage therapy and wellness care.