Vanessa has lived and worked in Braunton for over 20 years, bringing with her a spirit of adventure shaped by a life spent surfing and sailing competitively around the world. Her passion for movement, health, and recovery led her to train in holistic massage and specialise in Tuina Chinese Medical Massage—a practice she now expertly integrates into guest care at the Vibrant Life Centre.

As a Master Practitioner in Tuina, Vanessa offers a deeply therapeutic experience that blends full-body massage, Chinese medical manipulation techniques, and injury rehabilitation to address not just symptoms, but the root cause of imbalance in the body.

Since joining the team, Vanessa has been thrilled to discover how seamlessly Tuina principles complement NIP spinal care, both working through the nervous system to restore function, improve energy flow, and release long-held tension. She’s witnessed first-hand the incredible transformations that can happen when guests commit to a V8 Course of Care, and she loves being part of a team that’s dedicated to going beyond symptom management to support real, long-term healing.

Vanessa brings grounded wisdom, technical excellence, and a calm, compassionate presence to every session. Whether you’re recovering from injury, battling chronic tension, or simply in need of rebalancing, her treatments are tailored to support your body’s natural ability to heal and thrive.