Andra Richter, Osteopathic Therapy
Practice Areas & Service Types
Andra is pleased to offer special introductory rates through Dec 31, 2026. Regular pricing will begin Jan 1, 2027.
(New rates to apply to all bookings at this time, regardless of the date it was made.)
About Andra
Andra’s interest in alternative health started right out of high school, when she completed her diploma in Shiatsu and went on to practice in resorts in Whistler and Haida Gwaii. She journeyed to Australia, where she spent five years studying an Advanced Diploma in Oriental Health Science, and went on to complete her Bachelor of Science in Complementary Medicine in 2009. Back home in Canada, she continued working in Whistler and Haida Gwaii, and then went on to work at Mica Heli near Revelstoke. Meanwhile, she completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. Andra is also a certified Health Care Assistant.
Andra completed her post-graduate diploma in 2026 with distinction in Manual Osteopathic Therapy, which integrates joint mobilization, muscle energy techniques, myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, lymphatic drainage, and visceral manipulation. This is a unique, hands-on therapy that works with structural and functional imbalances and aims to assess and address areas of concern in a gentle, non-invasive way, while encouraging the body’s innate ability to self-regulate and heal back to a state of balance.
Andra is also certified in Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage (BLD), which is a specialized manual technique based on the principles of Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) and designed to stimulate lymphatic flow, reduce fluid retention, and enhance body contour. Unlike traditional MLD, which is typically performed with very light, gentle pressure, BLD incorporates deeper, more rhythmic and sculpting-focused manual techniques to work with the body’s tissues and encourage fluid movement. Known for its immediate visible results, this modality is popular in both wellness and aesthetic practices for clients seeking a more contoured, refreshed appearance.
New & Featured
Andra is pleased to announce that she is accepting new clients and looks forward to reconnecting with existing clients now that she is fully certified!
She's also happy to be offering Introductory rates for all appointments until the end of 2026!
Service Details
BOOKING & FEESManual Osteopathic Therapy
(90 min initial or 60 min follow-up)
Osteopathic Manual Therapy is a gentle, hands-on approach that looks at the body as a whole rather than treating symptoms in isolation. Each treatment is tailored to you, combining techniques such as joint mobilization, muscle energy, myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, lymphatic drainage and visceral manipulation.
What does a session feel like?
Your treatment begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand where your body may be holding tension or experiencing restrictions. You’ll then receive a combination of gentle, hands-on techniques designed to improve movement, ease tension and support balance throughout the body.
Treatments are generally slow, comfortable and non-invasive, allowing your body to respond at its own pace. You may leave feeling more relaxed, mobile and balanced, with a greater sense of ease throughout your body.
A whole-body approach to helping you move, feel and function better.
Craniosacral Therapy
(90 min initial or 60 min follow-up)
Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a deeply gentle, hands-on treatment that encourages the body to release tension, slow down and restore balance. Using an extremely light touch, CST works with the body’s natural rhythms to support relaxation and nervous system regulation.
What does a session feel like?
Your first session is typically quiet, comfortable and deeply relaxing. You remain fully clothed while lying comfortably on the treatment table. Your practitioner uses gentle, still or subtle movements at different areas of the body, allowing you to settle into a relaxed state. You may notice sensations such as warmth, tingling, gentle movement, or simply a feeling of heaviness and deep relaxation. Some people become so relaxed that they drift off to sleep.
CST can be a wonderful treatment when you’re feeling stressed, tense, overwhelmed, or simply need time to slow down and reconnect with your body.
Gentle touch. Deep relaxation. Space to pause, reset and restore.
Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage
COMING SOON!
Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage (BLD) is a rhythmic, hands-on treatment designed to support healthy lymphatic flow, reduce fluid retention and leave you feeling lighter and less congested. While many clients are drawn to BLD for its visible results—less puffiness, reduced bloating and a more defined appearance—the experience goes far beyond what you see.
What does a session feel like?
BLD combines rhythmic, flowing movements with deeper abdominal and bodywork techniques. The treatment is more active and invigorating than traditional gentle lymphatic drainage, while still leaving many clients feeling deeply relaxed afterward. You may notice a sense of lightness, easier breathing, reduced abdominal tension and an overall feeling of calm and wellbeing.
By supporting lymphatic circulation and the body’s natural fluid balance, BLD can be both restorative and revitalizing.
Feel lighter. Move easier. Look refreshed. Feel good in your body.
Andra is pleased to offer special introductory rates through Dec 31, 2026. Regular pricing will begin Jan 1, 2027.
(New rates to apply to all bookings at this time, regardless of the date it was made.)
Insurance & Billing
Andra's services will be eligible for direct billing to participating insurance providers.
More details will be provided soon.
Testimonials coming soon.