Amber Young
- Traditional massage therapy for pain relief and relaxation.
- Craniosacral therapy for head, neck, and nervous system tension.
- Myofascial release to reduce fascial restrictions and improve mobility.
- Breast massage and lymphatic work supporting breast health care.
- Oncology massage and end-of-life care for comfort during illness.
This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.
Meristem Massage Therapy
104 Falldown Ln, Carp, ON, K0A 1L0
Amber Young is a Registered Massage Therapist, Registered Yoga Teacher, and Breast Health Educator. She graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria, BC and has been in practice since 2004. Amber has training and a wealth of experience in; traditional massage therapy techniques, Craniosacral Therapy, Breast Massage, Oncology Massage, SomatoEmotional Release, Sound Therapy, Energy Modalities, Myofascial Release, basic lymphatic drainage, end - of - life care and chronic illness. She also has a diverse background in offering workshops, yoga and movement classes, as well as various presentations on breast health, stress management, cancer care, and relaxation techniques. She has been teaching breast health workshops since 2007 and completed the Mammalive Healthy Breast program in 2020 to deepen this work. Throughout her life, Amber has found her personal anchor in yoga and nature. She is, and continues to be, a lifelong student. She completed the 8-week Mindfulness Stress Management program in 2014, diving into the teachings of Jon Kabat-Zinn and in 2016, completed a 200 Hr yoga training (Prana Shanti) and became certified as a Yoga Teacher. Amber is in service to the intricate web of life; reminding her every day (especially as a mom of two beautiful and energetic boys) about the importance of self-care and living with compassion, a message she strongly brings to her work. Informed by her own personal health journey, she lives each day with deep appreciation, empathy and a renewed commitment to her work. She enjoys the balance of her vocation and makes non-negotiable time for unrolling her mat for her personal yoga practice, walking slowly in the forest, making music with her family, watching the birds, and painting bees and flowers. She envisions that, in this human experience, everyone has the space to safely discover themselves in mind, body and spirit. She looks forward to supporting you on your unique journey.