About Apsara
Apsara Hnatiuk is an international healer who has studied and offered healing in countries such as Thailand, Columbia, and the United States. She has been serving Edmonton for 16 years and hopes to travel to Hawaii next to study their Lomi Lomi deep tissue massage.
Empathic to your needs, she is able to treat a variety of conditions such as whiplash, planter fascitis, sciatica, piriformis syndrome, bursitis, tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, frozen shoulder and nerve entrapment.
Apsara's hands are steady, precise and able to offer a wide variety of pressures to suit your needs.
Any race, gender and person are welcome to be treated holistically and professionally. We are all one!
Located in Southeast Edmonton. The exact address will be shared prior to your appointment.
Our home-based studio is open:
Tuesday from 7 pm - 8:30 pm
Weds from 9:30 am - 7:30 pm
Friday from 9 am - 1 pm
If you need more availability outside of these hours, please contact Apsara so she can coordinate with her schedule.
What's unique about our healing space is you're welcome to chill and interact with our animals before and after your sessions. Animals are healing and this is why Apsara promotes connecting with them.
*** Clients with pet allergies: Please use caution before booking as there are many loving animals that share our home. ***
If you do have allergies and need to be treated in another space, please contact Apsara to be booked at another professional location nearby.
Apsara reserves the right to cancel appointments in the event of severe weather.
Bearfoot healing Massage
Massage Therapy Certification
Apsara Hnatiuk is a Registered Massage Therapist, RMT having completed her training at MaKami College in Edmonton, AB.
Continuing Education
At Bearfoot Healing, we believe in ongoing education and staying up-to-date with the latest techniques and modalities. Apsara regularly attends workshops and seminars to expand her knowledge and improve her practice.
Advanced Orthopedic Massage Training
Five Day Intensive
September 7, 2011, 40 hrs
MaKami College, Edmonton AB
Clinical Degree Completed
October 1, 2012, 3000 hrs
Red Lotus Temple of Tantra
Level 1 Tantra Practitioner
June 22, 2014, 20 hrs
Seminars for Health
Advanced Orthopedic Massage of the Lumbar and Sacroiliac
May 30, 2015, 4 hrs
Seminars for Health
Advanced Orthopedic Massage of the Hip and Thigh
May 30, 2015, 4 hrs
AGAMA, Surat Thani, Thailand
Yoga Practitioner, Red Sash Degree
April 2, 2016, 250 hrs
Seminars for Health
Advanced Orthopedic Massage of the Chest and Anterior Shoulder
August 19, 2017, 4 hrs
Seminars for Health
Advanced Orthopedic Massage of the Leg and Foot
August 20, 2017, 4 hrs
Corrective Massage Training
March 15, 2020, 18 hrs
Migraine: More Than Just a Headache
November 28, 2022, Certified by Jessica Villeneuve, RMT, CPMT
Direct Billing
We are proud to offer direct billing for most insurers. If you are unsure, please contact Apsara to verify.
Those include:
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Alberta Blue Cross
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Beneva
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BPA
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Canada Life
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Canada Life - PSHCP (Public service health care plan)
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Canadian Construction Workers Union
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Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance
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CINUP
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ClaimSecure
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Coughlin
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Cowan (except QC, PE, Territories)
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D.A. Townley
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Desjardins
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Equitable Life
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First Canadian
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GMS
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GroupHEALTH
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GroupSource
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Industrial Alliance
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Johnson
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Johnston Group
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LiUNA Local 183
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LiUNA Local 506
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Manion
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Manulife
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Maximum Benefit
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People Corporation
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RWAM
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Simply Benefits
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TELUS AdjudiCare
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Union Benefits
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UV Insurance





Our Philosophy
At Bearfoot Healing, we believe that healing is a holistic process that involves the body, mind, and spirit. Our approach to massage therapy is personalized and tailored to each individual client, taking into account their unique needs and goals. We strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can relax and let go of stress and tension, allowing their bodies to heal and restore balance. Our ultimate goal is to help our clients achieve optimal health and well-being, both physically and mentally.
