Our Therapist

Marieka Zimmerman is a Registered Massage Therapist and Holistic Health Practitioner. She is the owner and operator of Aspire Massage & Holistic Therapies, and has been in practice for 17 years.

Marieka is passionate about supporting the health and wellness of her patients through the use of her diverse treatment modalities, as well as patient education, awareness and prevention.

After graduating from the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2003, Marieka has continued her education to advance her learning and improve her skills.

Postgraduate Training:
 

• Diploma in Holistic Health (BC Institute of Holistic studies)    

  • Registered Aromatherapist    

  • Reiki Level I & II       

  • Reflexology
     

• Completed 3 years of studies in Osteopathic Manual Therapies (Canadian College of Osteopathy)
   

• Craniosacral Therapy Courses (Upledger Institute)

  • Craniosacral Therapy I & II    

  • Somatoemotional Release I   

  • Craniosacral Therapy for Conception, Pregnancy & Birth I

  • Sensory Integration for Craniosacral Therapists: Sensory Processing Disorder and Autism Applications

  • Craniosacral Therapy for the Cranial Nerves I

  • Pediatrics I
     

• Breastfeeding Course for Health Practitioners - Douglas College

Her knowledge and love of learning has provided Marieka with a dynamic background of techniques, which enable each patient to receive a treatment plan designed specifically for his or her needs