Jasmine Russ, RMT - RAPID Pain Specialist

09/04/2026

I've been playing around with this one for a little bit...

I've had clients come in specifically wanting RAPID for headaches, migraines, jaw tension or that relentless head/neck tension... but sometimes they're already so overstimulated by the time they get through the door that their whole system is basically saying absolutely NOT.

The lights. Sounds. People. Talking. Being touched. Then asking them to move through RAPID techniques on top of it?

Sometimes it's just too much in that moment.

And yes, I am a STRONG RAPID advocate. 😂 I love it. I believe in the work I do with it, and you've probably heard me nerd out about it more than once...

But I'm also human.

I understand those days when everything already feels like too much and you just want to ask,

“Can you just meet me halfway?”

Headspace is my halfway.

It's a 30-minute, quiet, low-stimulation treatment focused around the head, jaw and neck. After a quick check-in, you get to settle in and you really don't have to talk to me 😶

Depending on what you're coming in with, I might work with the jaw and face, scalp and occipitals, neck, intraoral TMJ work (with consent!), Craniosacral Therapy, or other gentle hands-on techniques. And if it feels right, we can weave in a few RAPID techniques alongside the quieter work... giving your body a chance to experience RAPID without feeling like we're throwing everything at it at once.

But Headspace isn't only for headaches or TMJ.

It's also for the person who lives in chaos. Whose brain has had 47 tabs open all day. Who wants some hands-on care but doesn't necessarily want a full massage, a facial, or an appointment where they have to be “on.”

Come in comfy clothes. Tell me what's bugging you. Then you can just... be quiet, and I'll do the thinking for a bit. 🤍

09/01/2026

I've been creating something... new-ish... and September feels like the perfect time to finally let it settle in. 🌿

You may have already seen that Mellow Mondays are beginning at Cedar & Sea and with them, my new Stillpoint treatments are officially launched!

This one feels like such a beautiful blend of so many pieces of my practice...

Stillpoint is a fully clothed, cozy treatment where you can quite literally come in, get tucked under the blankets and settle in (depending on goals - a robe may be provided for targeted treatments). It blends Craniosacral Therapy with a beautiful facial experience - slow, quiet hands-on work, nourishing facial elements, from 45 minutes or an hour where you really don't have to do anything.

But because I'm still me, there's a therapeutic side tucked in there too. 😂

For those who deal with recurring migraines or that stubborn neck and shoulder tension, I can weave in a little targeted RAPID work where it's needed before returning to the slower, quieter rhythm of the treatment.

It's not quite a facial.
It's not quite Craniosacral Therapy.
It's definitely not a massage.

It's a little bit of everything I've come to love about creating a treatment where someone can feel cared for and have their individual needs listened to.

And I'm keeping these special.

Stillpoint will only be offered on Mondays, when Cedar & Sea is intentionally at its quietest. Kristina and I are turning Mondays into our Mellow Mondays - softer voices, slower treatments, cozy rooms and a calm start to the week before the usual happy bustle of the studio begins.

I'm really, really excited to finally bring this one to my treatment room. 🤍

Stillpoint is now available to book for Mellow Mondays!

08/26/2026

RAPID opening this Thursday! Aug 27th @ 12pm!

Jasmine Russ, RMT

08/19/2026

RAPID opening up for grabs tomorrow morning @ 11:30!

08/18/2026

A little share from my neighbour 🤍

Kristina wrote this for the Cedar & Sea's second Journal entry, and I think it's genuinely worth a read... especially for many of my own clients.

She talks about the transition from summer into a busier season through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine, but what really stood out to me were the conversations around nourishment, mental clutter, overthinking, rest, and where we're choosing to put our energy.

So many of the conversations I have in my treatment room eventually come back to some version of this: our bodies don't exist separately from the lives we're living.

Kristina included a few really lovely reflection prompts and simple ways to create a little more grounding as routines start picking back up.

Even if acupuncture or Traditional Chinese Medicine isn't normally your world, there's something in here worth sitting with. 🌿

Give my incredibly knowledgeable Cedar & Sea colleague a read ↓

Feeling Like Life's Moving a Little Too Fast?

08/18/2026

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07/27/2026

Sometimes it's the little things that remind me why I love what I do.

Today, I received a message from a client after their RAPID session that simply said they had to adjust their rearview mirror on the drive home...

Because they were sitting taller.

This wasn't about forcing "better posture."

It was about helping a body that had spent years adapting to chronic tension and postural imbalance find a little more freedom.

The body is remarkably intelligent.

When it's been protecting itself for a long time, those protective patterns can begin to feel normal. We adapt without even realizing it.

Then one day, something shifts.

You take a deeper breath.
Your shoulders settle.
Your head sits a little differently.
You realize you're seeing the road from a slightly higher perspective.

And sometimes...
..you have to adjust your rearview mirror.

I'd call that a pretty good day, in my books!

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07/20/2026

This is one of the hardest parts of being an independent practitioner.

Every appointment reserved means I'm holding that time specifically for you. When appointments are cancelled last minute or missed altogether, it's often too late for another client to take that spot.

My cancellation policy has always been 50% of the appointment fee for cancellations with less than 24 hours' notice or missed appointments. While I truly understand that life happens, these policies are what allow small businesses like mine to continue serving our communities.

One thing I deeply appreciate is that most of my clients respect that policy, and because of that, I've been able to avoid requiring credit cards or deposits to book appointments, this far (and hoping that it wont change)... but, it's something that's becoming increasingly common for independent practitioners.

Thank you to everyone who honours my time, my livelihood, and the care that goes into holding space for you. It truly doesn't go unnoticed.

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A Gentle Reminder from Cedar & Sea

Every appointment on our calendar is time intentionally set aside for you.

As independent practitioners, we dedicate that time exclusively to your care. When an appointment is cancelled at the last minute or missed without notice, it's often time that cannot be filled... and for many of us, that means lost income and another client missing the opportunity to receive care.

We completely understand that life happens. Illness, emergencies, and unexpected circumstances are part of being human. If you do need to cancel or reschedule, we simply ask that you let your practitioner know as soon as you're able.

Your consideration and communication help us continue doing what we love while supporting our community with thoughtful, uninterrupted care.

Thank you for choosing Cedar & Sea and for respecting the people behind each treatment room.

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07/19/2026

Last-minute RAPID openings tomorrow!

I've had a cancellation and have opened a few additional emergency RAPID appointments before I head away for the week!

Perfect for those dealing with:
• Neck or back pain
• Headaches
• Shoulder or hip pain
• A flare-up that's just not settling

Message me or book online before they're gone! 🤍