Zoë Dessart, RMT

Born and raised in Vernon, I had the wonderful experience of growing up in a community which encouraged outdoor activity and vitality. My mother’s adventurous spirit led our family to immersive experiences across Montreal, Vancouver, and Budapest during my formative years, fostering adaptability and curiosity.

Having the opportunity to live and work abroad after studying at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, I embraced that we never stop learning, no matter where we find ourselves. I channeled these qualities into a dynamic tourism career that spanned many continents—from Asia and West Africa to Europe, Argentina, and Alaska—where I loved sharing these adventures with my passengers.

Now rooted back in my hometown, I’m pursuing my passion for holistic health as a second-year student at Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy. Inspired by my own therapeutic experiences with massage, I’ve embraced this field to help others restore function, alleviate pain, and reclaim balance. My approach blends Swedish relaxation techniques with targeted myofascial release, addressing both physical tension and any stress we may carry with it.

I’m looking forward to refining these skills through ongoing training at OVCMT and hands-on practice at Creekside and learning to work within a diverse and experienced team of manual therapists.