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Sydney is a Registered Massage Therapist practicing Traditional Thai Massage, Acupressure & Yoga.

Sydney Lee was born and raised on the lands of Treaty 7 territory, also known as Southern Alberta. She moved to the unceded Coast Salish Territory of the Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ nation (Victoria, BC) to pursue her practice in massage and become a Registered Massage Therapist. She is a long term student of yoga and a graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy’s 2200H program with a background in Traditional Thai Massage. Sydney has an interest in learning trauma informed care to obtain a deeper understanding of how to support those influenced by oppression. She is pursuing studies in the somatic field of bodywork to integrate these values. She has completed a Professional Thai Massage program, has experience with Ayurvedic walking massage, a style of 5 Element Acupressure, Visceral Manipulation, Chi Nei Tsang (Abdominal Detox Massage) and more recently Somatic Experiencing. Sydney is a long term student of yoga and eastern healing modalities. She has completed 500+ hours of yoga teacher training in India, Thailand and with Yoga Outreach in Canada. Copy and Paste link to view Sydney's Education and Credentials:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/137p9Ra2i4ursXWHuoNX4IkrvLP27_NlB_quVKLMPkjs/edit?usp=sharing

06/19/2025

Hi friends and clients,

I’m happy to share that my online booking is now open again! I've been slowly feeling more like myself after what turned out to be a much longer recovery than I expected after surgery. It’s been a challenging journey, but one that taught me a lot. I hope to be a more empathetic ear to those who’ve walked a similar path.

I’m looking forward to getting back to work, both in the clinic and at my home practice in my new location in Haysboro.

A heartfelt thank-you to my incredible friends and family who stood by me through all of this. I feel truly lucky to be surrounded by such supportive and kind people 💛

I look forward to reconnecting with all of you soon!

07/03/2024

Hot Stone Massage

Complimentary Hot Stones can be added onto your treatments on request!

What is it?
This style of massage utilizes smooth, round basalt and Jade hot stones to apply heat to the skin on the receiver. These stones are heated by a water immersion 'hot stone heater' to ensure safety in temperature when applied. I enjoy using hot stones to warm up tissues and muscles before working deeper or for promoting relaxation in a more gentle massage. My training with Alix at Muscle Release Massage Clinic taught me how to utilizes hot stones to be used in deep tissue techniques like trigger point holds and movement release!

06/13/2024

Home Practice Update ✨️
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🌱I'll be accepting new clients my home practice located in Richmond/Knob Hill, Calgary.
Feel free to show your support by telling a friend or family member who needs Massage Therapy services about me! [Booking link in the bio]
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🕺Enjoy the REFER A FRIEND DISCOUNT: Existing clients receive 30% off each treatment that you refer a friend throughout June & July. New clients also receive this discount for their first appointment at my home practice. If you're struggling to find an available slot online, simply drop me an email or DM, and I'll work my magic to fit you in!

11/13/2023

I worked with a counsellor who asked me what memories I had of being in peace?
The memories that surfaced were those in nature and in ashrams practicing yoga or meditation.

This prompt is what led me to return to Yasodhara Ashram in the Kootenays this fall. I felt I needed to remember what a strong sense of peace felt like in my body and prioritize that in my life more. I also had a natural incline to deepen my sadhana practice as I've had glimpses of what lies beneath in the unconscious, but I was fearful of the unknown.

The insights and teachings at the ashram that Swami Sivananda Radha brought back from India to share in the West have helped me feel self empowered to connect to Spirit. Mantra, Dream Yoga, Divine Light Invocation and the Journaling reflection are the practices I felt the most drawn to at this time and they have helped me tremendously to reflect on; What kind of person I want to be? What qualities? What things am I doing in my life daily that reflects that?

There is a very practical, approachable method they work with the yogic teachings. My first time at the ashram 5 years ago, I resisted this western approach because my background studying in India was heavy on sanskrit scriptures, and culturally, they used myth and stories to convey meaning in an esoteric way. I thought this Western cultural interpretation would actually limit me from the wisdom in the teachings, I had an aversion to it funny enough! This time at the ashram I allowed myself to recieve, open to see it as a western cultural lense which Swami Radha had the intention to use to make it easier for people like myself growing up in the west to access the teachings. I see my younger pride, ego and naivety with eyes of compassion now. I've observed the tricks of the mind as I age and know how when learning something, how easy it is to get excited and become arrogant, but that pride doesn't lead to helping myself or others. It actually prolongs suffering. Aging is a natural process we all are faced with to gain wisdom from. Looking back on my younger self with humility and compassion helps me have the ability to have more compassion for others🙏😽

10/14/2023

Autumn in 5 element theory is in the Metal element. The pair of organs are lungs(yin) and the large intestine (yang).
In Acupressure, on the emotional level, the metal element has to do with openness, or when imbalanced, too much rigidity. It involves taking in the new and letting go of the old stuff that we no longer need.
Often, letting go brings up feelings of grief and sadness naturally. It's better out than in!

Expressing these emotions, for myself, this season means grieving beliefs I had about people, myself, or situations that were falsehoods or illusions. Letting myself be confronted with the true reality of the present moment and sit compassionately with that. As a result, letting go of those belief systems that became apparent they were no longer serving me then allows the quality of "openness" to the new to enter into my life.
It seems to be a good time to clear away any stuff that is draining your chi unecessarily, important before coming into winter when we are relying on our reserves, much like animals in hibernation. It is a good time to get real with yourself about things that truly add and nourish your life or take away from it. Sometimes, the best medicine is letting it go and letting it be as something so much better is waiting once that threshold is crossed.

11/24/2022

I moved back to Alberta, where I spent most of my time growing up. I was apprehensive about moving but have been pleasantly surprised! Enjoying the open prairie skies, mountains so close by and the blunt sense of humour here. The cost of living and housing is a lot more palatable, the main reason I moved. Liking it, though my heart misses the ocean, clients and friends back on the coast 💙💦 Visits to come next year!

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1640 Oak Bay Avenue # 201
Victoria, BC
V8R1B2

Website

https://www.crescentmassagewellness.com/

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Crescent Massage and Wellness is a mobile and in clinic manual therapy health care provider. Services are based on a holistic model, with a combination of Eastern and Western bodywork practices. The goal of this service is to provide a supportive environment for others in their process of self-awareness ultimately uniting body, mind and soul. Sydney McCaughan is a graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy’s 2200 hour program, Professional Thai massage program, 500 hour Yoga Teacher training and has experience with Ayurvedic walking massage. Sydney will be offering Registered Massage Therapy, Traditional Thai Massage and Ayurvedic Walking Massage in Victoria and greater area.