Yuri graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT) where she developed an appreciation for how complex our bodies are and discovered great joy in helping people get better. Prior to becoming a Registered Massage Therapist, Yuri was trained in and practised Shiatsu massage, acupressure, lymphatic drainage massage, Indian head massage, foot reflexology, and hand reflexology.

Yuri appreciates how massage therapy helps her patients relax, relieve stress and pain, live healthier lives, and improve their overall quality of life. Yuri has an interest in finding and treating the root causes of each patient's discomfort. She also empowers her patients with coaching and guidance on how to self-manage and correct their condition through effective home care strategies. She strives to create a comfortable and safe environment for her patients to achieve their goals. She utilizes techniques to promote relaxation and therapeutic massage therapy, including but not limited to: Swedish Massage Therapy, Myofascial Release Therapy, Stretching, Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Release Therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Joint Mobilization. 

Yuri has worked with patients of all ages and given massages to treat a variety of conditions such as: frozen shoulder, migraine, tension headache, repetitive strain injury, postural dysfunction, lower back/neck/shoulder pain, plantar fasciitis, and prenatal. 

In her spare time Yuri enjoys exploring the wondrous natural beauty of BC, walking her dog, gardening, baking, playing tennis, and spending time with her family and friends. She is fluent in both English and Japanese.