Meet the Board

ASHLEY PARSONS RMT -TREASURER/ADMIN

From St. John’s NL
How Long have you been on the board? Which roles have you taken so far?
I joined the board late 2015. Started as a Director, then Vice-President, President and now Treasurer/Admin.
For you, what’s the most important part of being on the board/part of the NLMTA?
Being involved. I’ve always liked knowing how things work, and I appreciate the opportunity to move the NLMTA forward, in this particular role to support the board moving in a positive direction for all of it’s members.
How long have you been an RMT?
I started working as a Registered Massage Therapist in September 2013
What do you love about the profession in general?
This is a great profession. I appreciate helping clients, and I love watching my own practice grow – gaining experience, constantly learning and accepting the challenges that go along with such a physical career.

From Dildo, NL
How long have you been on the board? Which roles have you taken on so far?
I was welcomed aboard in 2019! It’s a great opportunity to be involved with the NLMTA and help make the profession an amazing one for both clients and colleagues. I’d also like to see our profession travel to remote/rural areas to share the experience of what we do and also be involved in continuing education.
What’s the most important part of being on the board/part of the NLMTA?
I’d like to contribute in a way that really matters.
How long have you been an RMT?
Since May 2018
What do you love about the profession in general?
I love getting the opportunity to help people and assist in their healing. Making a difference in someone’s life is an absolute honor.

From Abbotsford BC
How long have you been on the board? Which roles have you taken so far?
This is my first time volunteering with the board!
For you, what’s the most important part of being on the board/part of the NLMTA?
I’m hoping to have input in my profession and to advance the HST exemption project. I’m also looking forward to connecting with other RMT’s here in Newfoundland
How long have you been an RMT?
12.5 years
What do you love about the profession in general?
Having owned my own clinic both in BC and here in Bonavista, I love the unhurried nature of our work in treatment. When we are with a client, we aren’t answering phones or having multiple conversations. We get to focus just on one person, and I see this as a perk unique to Massage Therapy. the client benefits from our undivided attention. I also love that our job is to care and listen. With the state of health care in the province/country, so often I see patients that just want someone to actively listen to their concerns about physical pain.

From Lewisporte NL living in Gander NL
How long have you been on the board? Which roles have you taken so far?
For you, what’s the most important part of being on the board/part of the NLMTA?
I believe it is important to be able to bridge the gap between the experienced RMTS in the field and new RMTS ready to thrive in their profession. I feel both sides could definitely benefit with communication and collaboration to build our profession to a strong united voice. 
How long have you been an RMT?
25 years
What do you love about the profession in general? Watching client progression and when they  develop a relationship of trust in my  ability to treat them. I love when clients are compliant to recommendations and they see gains from my knowledge ! We certainly don’t make enemies in our profession 

From: Grew up in Paradise & Mt. Pearl, currently living in CBS.
How long have you been on the board? Which roles have you taken so far?
Just joined the board (2024) and I am also on the DTPR committee. 
For you, what’s the most important part of being on the board/part of the NLMTA?
I joined the board in order to learn more about what it does and what the pertinent issues are for the profession. The impetus to join was the DTPR and wanting to help RMT’s understand it’s impact. I am looking forward to learning more where we need to do more as RMT’s to grow the profession. 
How long have you been an RMT?
A little over 2 years.
What do you love about the profession in general?
I love helping people! There are few professions out there that are so immediately rewarding for both clients and practitioner. I also love that there are endless opportunities for RMT’s in terms of work environment and client groups. You really have the opportunity to make it your own.