Massage & Bodywork Therapy
Experience the transformative power of healing touch at Bellingham Yoga Collective's Wellness Room, where we blend traditional and modern massage therapy techniques with integrative health and wellness practices to restore your body's natural balance. Our holistic approach to bodywork goes beyond muscle tension relief to honor the whole person, with a focus on the mind and body connection.
Through personalized treatment plans, our licensed massage therapists bring specialized expertise in healing practices that address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of your well-being. Whether you're seeking chronic pain relief, injury recovery, stress reduction, or simply want to move more freely and feel more grounded in your body, our therapeutic bodywork is designed to support your unique healing journey.
New to Structural Integration at BYC? First time SI clients get 25% OFF their initial 90-minute session w/ Caroline throughout June and July! Session includes assessment, hands-on table work, movement education, and body awareness practices to support lasting wellness.
Claim your discount through the special link below!
Trouble booking online? You can also redeem your discount and book directly with us by:
Email bellinghamyogacollective@gmail.com or call/text (360) 393-4806
Our Services
Restorative Massage
Restorative Massage sessions offer a soothing massage experience designed to help you decompress and reconnect with your body's natural healing capacity. This therapeutic approach may combine multiple modalities within each personalized treatment plan, including deep tissue massage, aroma acutouch, or myofasical release and trigger point therapy. Perfect for stress relief, chronic pain management, injury recovery, and deep relaxation.
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Each practitioner offers their own combination of healing touch modalities, ranging from light to deep pressure based on your body's unique response and healing goals.
Deep Tissue & Trigger Point Therapy: Targets chronic muscle tension and trigger points that contribute to persistent pain patterns, making this an ideal choice for back pain relief and tension release
Myofascial Release Techniques: Addresses restrictions in your body's fascial network through gentle, sustained pressure that promotes lasting muscle tension relief and improved mobility
Acupressure & Aroma Acutouch: Applies a blend of therapeutic-grade essential oils with traditional acupressure point to supports both physical healing and emotional balance, perfect for those seeking stress relief massage with aromatherapy benefits
Swedish Massage Elements: Gentle, flowing strokes that promote circulation and provide the ultimate relaxation massage experience
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Our integrative approach makes restorative massage sessions ideal for those seeking a comprehensive soothing massage that addresses both physical tension and emotional stress, as well as injury recovery and chronic pain management. Whether you need massage therapy for upper back pain from desk work, are managing chronic injuries, or simply want to experience healing energy through nurturing touch, our customized sessions meet you exactly where you are.
60-Minute Restorative | $100
90-Minute Restorative | $145
Structural Integration
Structural Integration is deeply transformative bodywork that helps you feel more empowered, aligned, and at home in your body. By working with your fascial system — not just muscles — this method supports whole-body balance by creating lasting postural shifts and chronic tension relief. More than just a massage, SI is an intentional bodywork system that helps you lean into your body's resourcefulness while supporting nervous system regulation and deep healing from injury.
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Sessions with Caroline include assessment, hands-on table work, movement education, and body awareness practices.
Systematic 11-Session Series: Each session builds upon the last, moving from creating space between tissue layers to developing core responsiveness, and finally integrating whole-body connection and flow
Myofascial Release Integration: Advanced fascial techniques that address restrictions at their source rather than chasing symptoms
Active Participation: You become an engaged partner in your healing process, exploring new movement possibilities and adapting lifestyle patterns to support lasting wellness
Nervous System Support: This approach helps regulate your nervous system response, making it particularly effective for those dealing with chronic pain, trauma recovery, or stress-related tension patterns
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Perfect for: postural realignment, chronic pain resolution, and whole-body transformation. Ideal for those navigating life's transitions like pregnancy, menopause, and new careers or endeavors, this work helps you rebuild trust in your body.
90-Minute S.I. Session | $160
Lymphatic Massage
Our lymphatic massage sessions utilize the specialized Vodder technique for manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), offering a gentle yet profoundly effective approach to supporting your body's natural detoxification and healing processes. This lymphatic drainage massage service provides a soothing alternative for those who prefer lighter pressure or cannot tolerate traditional deep tissue work. This offering is perfect for immune support, post-surgical recovery, sinus relief, and gentle healing.
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Immune System Support: Gentle techniques that stimulate lymph flow, helping your body naturally eliminate toxins and reduce inflammation
Post-Surgical Recovery: Specialized lymph drainage massage protocols that support healing after surgery, injury, or medical treatments
Sinus and Headache Relief: Lymphatic drainage massage for sinus congestion provides natural relief from chronic sinus issues and tension headaches
Stress and Pain Reduction: The deeply relaxing nature of MLD makes it an excellent choice for anxiety management, sleep issues, and chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia
Please note: Liesl is trained to work with mild, medically uncomplicated cases of lymphedema and other forms of lymphatic stagnation.
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This gentle healing modality is particularly beneficial for those managing lymphedema or dealing with chronic conditions, and seeking a profoundly relaxing massage experience that supports overall wellness. Aside from lymphedema, MLD may also be helpful for those with post-surgical edema, whiplash, sprains, hematomas, migraine and sinus headaches, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, pregnancy edema, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorders, and sleep issues.
60-Minute Lymphatic | $110
90-Minute Lymphatic | $160
Prenatal & Postpartum Massage
Our prenatal massage and postpartum care services provide specialized support during one of life's most transformative periods. These pregnancy massage sessions are designed to ease the physical shifts of pregnancy while supporting your body's incredible work of growing and nurturing new life. Perfect for: pregnancy support, postpartum recovery, and perinatal wellness.
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Offering treatments ranging from light to deep pressure based on your body's unique response and healing goals.
Deep Tissue & Trigger Point Therapy: Targets chronic muscle tension and trigger points that contribute to persistent pain patterns, making this an ideal choice for back pain relief and tension release
Myofascial Release Techniques: Addresses restrictions in your body's fascial network through gentle, sustained pressure that promotes lasting muscle tension relief and improved mobility
Acupressure & Aroma Acutouch: Applies a blend of therapeutic-grade essential oils with traditional acupressure point to supports both physical healing and emotional balance, perfect for those seeking stress relief massage with aromatherapy benefits
Swedish Massage Elements: Gentle, flowing strokes that promote circulation and provide the ultimate relaxation massage experience
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Our integrative approach makes restorative massage sessions ideal for those seeking a comprehensive soothing massage that addresses both physical tension and emotional stress, as well as injury recovery and chronic pain management. Whether you need massage therapy for upper back pain from desk work, are managing chronic injuries, or simply want to experience healing energy through nurturing touch, our customized sessions meet you exactly where you are.
60-Minute Pre/Postnatal | $100
90-Minute Pre/Postnatal | $145
Why Choose Us for Your Massage Therapy
Our Integrative Approach
At Bellingham Yoga Collective, we believe in integrative health and wellness that honors the whole person. Our holistic therapy approach combines the best of traditional and modern healing practices, creating personalized treatment plans that address not just physical symptoms, but the underlying patterns that contribute to imbalance. This mind and body connection focus means your massage therapy supports lasting transformation rather than temporary relief.
Drawing from our yoga studio's foundation of mindfulness practice as a radical act of self-care, we offer a modern, innovative approach to therapeutic bodywork while honoring thousands of years of healing tradition. Our massage and bodywork services are designed to complement and deepen your yoga practice, creating a comprehensive wellness experience that supports both physical healing and spiritual growth.
Location & Convenience
Nestled in the historic Granary building on the waterfront overlooking Bellingham Bay, our Wellness Room provides a serene escape from daily stresses. We understand life doesn't always follow a 9-to-5 schedule, which is why we offer flexible booking windows including Saturday and Sunday appointment time options. Looking to get a massage today? We often accommodate same day massage appointments based on availability and are happy to accommodate last-minute wellness needs — simply call or text us directly.
Meet Our Therapists
Our team of licensed massage therapists & bodywork practitioners brings specialized expertise in healing practices that support your unique wellness journey. Each practitioner offers their own combination of healing touch modalities, ensuring you receive the most appropriate therapeutic approach for your needs. From gentle healing energy work to deep structural integration, our diverse skill sets mean we can truly customize your massage experience.
Caroline Snijder van Wissenkerke
(BCSI, LMT)
Structural Integration & Massage Therapy
✓ Injury Prevention & Recovery ✓ Touch Therapy
✓ Myofascial Release
✓ Acupressure ✓ Perinatal Massage
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Caroline sees an incredible endurance inside of you, a stunning capacity to persevere. But we were not meant to do this alone. Caroline wants to support you in your health journey, so you can embody your most resilient self. A licensed massage therapist for nearly 10 years, Caroline is certified in Structural Integration, Nutritious Movement®, Restorative Exercise, pregnancy massage.
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Monday | 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Saturday | 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Liesl Schwerin
(LMT)
Restorative & Lymphatic Massage
✓ Injury Prevention & Recovery ✓ Deep Tissue
✓ Lymphatic Drainage ✓ Acupressure
✓ Aromatherapy ✓ Perinatal Massage
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Liesl is passionate about health and wellness and offering people an outlet to help navigate through difficult or painful times. Through massage, Liesl strives to provide myofascial and muscular release in a safe, supportive environment, and seeks to bring awareness to body integrity and a stronger sense of presence in one’s physical and spiritual being.
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Sunday | 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Monday | 3:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Thursday | 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sylvie Kaul-Anderson
(LMT, CYT-200)
Massage Therapy
✓ Swedish Massage ✓ Deep Tissue
✓ Myofascial Release ✓ Meditative Touch Therapy
✓ Mind-Body Integration
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Sylvie has an innate curiosity about the human body and spirit, and this has drawn her to explore creative forms of movement and to learn about the body's wondrous ability to heal. In her bodywork, she pays particular attention to the fascial lines of the body and the ways they influence movement patterns.
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Wednesday | 2:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Friday | 2:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Raizelah Bayen
(LMT, RYT-200)
Massage Therapy
✓ Integrative & Meridian Massage Therapies
✓ Acupressure ✓ Injury Prevention & Recovery
✓ Lymphatic Drainage ✓ Perinatal Massage
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With over 20 years of experience as both a massage professional and educator, Raizelah has taught in certification programs, trained in wellness centers, and led continuing education classes for massage therapists. Her approach is integrative and holistic, extending beyond healing touch, often enhancing her sessions with aromatherapy and yoga or herbal recommendations to support whole-body vitality.
She specializes in Chinese Acupressure and Eastern massage techniques, with a focus on cultivating free and abundant Chi (energy) flow as a foundation for health and well-being. Grounded in the Chinese Five Element approach, Raizelah is skilled in addressing muscular-skeletal dysfunctions, organ system imbalances, and more complex or chronic health conditions. She is experienced in injury treatment, massage for athletes, prenatal and postnatal massage, and lymphatic drainage.
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Schedule coming soon! Check our booking calendar for Raizelah’s current availability & upcoming openings
Hannah Stone
(LMT)
Massage Therapy
✓ Swedish Massage ✓ Deep Tissue
✓ Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
✓ Lymphatic Drainage ✓ Perinatal Massage
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Hannah came to bodywork as an ecologist, adventure athlete, and outdoor educator. Leading groups in remote wilderness settings presented her ample experience working with students through their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health concerns, and gave her an intimate understanding of the power of Nature to support healing. Holistic healthcare and working with natural systems to support wellness remains a high priority in her massage therapy work.
In addition to massage, she is finishing her practitioner training in Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (BCST) through the Human Development Center in Bellingham. Hannah also trains in psychosomatic therapy through movement, Constellation therapy, Eastern healing traditions, and Somatic Coaching.
Hannah specializes in treatment oriented massage that upholds BCST principles of working with a client's nervous system, honoring their inherent treatment plan, and practicing deep listening. Her own inquiry into intuitive touch has led many clients to comment on her unique style of massage and integrated improvements in their health. Hannah currently offers deep tissue, sports, Swedish, perinatal, postpartum, and lymphatic drainage massage, as well as BCST.
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Schedule coming soon! Check our booking calendar for Hannah’s current availability & upcoming openings
Book an Appointment
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We have a 24 HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY. There are no refunds offered for no-shows or appointments cancelled within 24 hours or less. If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your appointment.
Due to the close contact that is inherent to massage work, there are some strict professional guidelines BYC Massage is required to follow. Before booking a massage appointment, please read the following carefully.
If you are not feeling well, please contact us or your therapist by phone to cancel your appointment. You will not be charged the late cancellation fee for illness or emergency related cancellations.
Masks are optional.