THE RESET · PRIVATE CARE IN VANCOUVER

More than skin.

When life asks a lot of you, receiving care can feel like the last thing there’s time for. THE RESET makes room for it: personalised skin, body, sound and nervous system care in a private setting.

Choose an individual treatment or a combined experience, shaped around what you need. A place to put things down for a while and feel more like yourself. Every body is welcome.

Skin · Body · Sound · Nervous system

Come back to yourself.

THE RESET is an experience of thoughtful care, bringing together different practices and practitioners. Founded by Christina Michael, it offers space to slow down, receive care and feel more like yourself.

Care takes place in a private Vancouver studio, by appointment only. Each experience begins with a discovery email or conversation about what you need. Your practitioner, session format and inclusions are confirmed before booking.

Choose from skin and body care, sound and vibroacoustic experiences, or a combination. I also offer yoga, guided meditation, introductory tantra—the art of connection—and energy work, one-to-one and in groups. Every body is welcome. We welcome people of all genders and sexual orientations, including queer, trans and nonbinary clients.

A SEASONAL EXPERIENCE · NOVEMBER–JANUARY

The Festive RESET.

A little time to come back to yourself during a season that asks a lot.

Settle into the warmth of the studio for an experience that brings together personalized facial care, gentle lymphatic techniques, a hot towel ritual and sound, with red light therapy (RLT) where appropriate. Ninety minutes to pause, be cared for and return to your day feeling a little more like you.

Facial

Personalized skin care, chosen around your needs.

Lymphatic

Gentle lymphatic techniques as part of your care.

Sound

Space to settle into sound and stillness.

This is your time to receive. We’ll discuss the experience and your preferences before your appointment.

90 minutes · $179 + GST (regularly $199 + GST)

Available from November 1, 2026. Enjoy your Festive RESET within six months of purchase.

Private experiences

Care, considered.

Sound is included in every treatment unless you prefer to decline it. Hot towel rituals and red light therapy (RLT) are incorporated where appropriate, with your preferences and suitability discussed beforehand.

SKIN

Facial RESET

60 minutes · from $149 + GST

Personalized facial care and an opportunity to pause. Ask about facial lymphatic care and available enhancements.

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SKIN

Microneedling RESET

75 minutes · from $333 + GST · introductory

A personalized microneedling experience. We’ll discuss suitability, preparation, care and current pricing before booking.

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SKIN + SOUND

Facial + Sound RESET

90 minutes · from $175 + GST

Facial care and sound in one extended experience, with room to settle and receive care.

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FACE + BODY

Face + Body RESET

90 minutes · from $199 + GST

A private experience that brings facial and body care together, tailored to your needs.

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SOUND

Sound + Vibroacoustic RESET

60 minutes · from $149 + GST

A restorative session incorporating sound and vibroacoustic elements, with options discussed beforehand.

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BODY

Restorative body care

From $149 + GST

Thoughtful body care combining gentle lymphatic techniques and restorative massage where appropriate, with sound included unless you prefer otherwise.

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A LITTLE EXTRA · TREATMENT ADD-ON

Korean Brow Lift

$60 + GST when added to a treatment

A Korean Brow Lift using MISENCIL. Brow shaping is not included. Ask to add it when you inquire; suitability is confirmed before booking.

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Prices start at the amounts shown and may vary with your chosen treatment and enhancements. GST is additional. Your total, availability and suitability are confirmed during a discovery email or conversation before booking.

How to begin

A little time just for you.

Send an inquiry to hello@theresetvan.com and tell me what brings you in. You’re welcome to ask for a discovery conversation. We’ll talk about your goals and preferences, and choose an experience together.

Before booking, I’ll confirm the session details, current pricing and anything you need to know to prepare. If you’re unsure what to choose, we can start with a conversation.

Private studio sessions are by appointment only in Vancouver. For yoga (Yin, restorative, Yoga Nidra, Hatha and Flow), guided meditation, introductory tantra, energy work and sound, explore private and group options on the events page.

SOUND, MUSIC + EXPLORATION

When Music Heals.

A film by Music Plus Productions, featured by Jeralyn Glass.

WHEN MUSIC HEALS is a heartfelt journey into the meeting place of music, medicine, neuroscience, sound, and human consciousness. Through the voices of leading musicians, scientists, physicians, and visionaries, the film explores what music can awaken, restore, and transform, and what may remain beyond explanation.

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GOOD TO KNOW

A few good questions.

Can I book yoga, meditation or energy work one-to-one?

Yes. Yin, restorative, Yoga Nidra, Hatha, Flow, guided meditation, introductory tantra and energy work can be explored one-to-one or in a group by arrangement. We discuss what you’re looking for and confirm the format, location, accessibility, suitability and fees before booking. Scheduled group classes are listed on Eventbrite.

What does an introduction to tantra involve?

The focus is the art of connection: presence, awareness, boundaries and relating to yourself and others. We discuss the scope, exercises and whether the session is individual or shared before booking. Participation and any touch require consent; you can ask questions, pause or decline an exercise.

What should I expect from energy work?

Reiki and energy-based practices offer time for rest and personal reflection. Experiences vary. Any touch and your preferences are discussed beforehand. Energy work is a complementary wellbeing experience, not a diagnosis or a treatment for illness.

What happens before my first appointment?

We begin with a discovery email or conversation about your goals, preferences and anything relevant to your care. Your practitioner, treatment details, suitability and total price are confirmed before booking.

Is sound included in my treatment?

Yes. Sound is included unless you prefer to decline it. Let us know what feels comfortable for you. Hot towel rituals and red light therapy (RLT) are incorporated where appropriate.

Where are appointments held?

THE RESET offers care in a private Vancouver studio, by appointment only. We confirm location details when arranging your appointment.

Are the listed prices the final total?

Prices start at the amounts shown and may vary with treatments and enhancements. GST is additional. We confirm your total before booking. Restorative body care starts at $149 + GST.

Can I add a brow lift?

A MISENCIL Korean Brow Lift can be added to a treatment for $60 + GST. Brow shaping is not included. Ask when you inquire so suitability can be confirmed.

Can I buy products or request a discount code?

Yes. Ask about skincare and nourishment products available to purchase directly from me, or inquire for an ambassador discount code for the nourishment brands featured here.

What can microneedling help with?

Microneedling uses fine needles to create controlled micro-injuries that stimulate the skin’s repair response and collagen production. It may improve texture, fine lines and the appearance of some scars. Results depend on your skin, device and protocol; they develop gradually and are not guaranteed. We discuss suitability and expectations before booking.

What should I expect during microneedling recovery?

Redness, warmth, tightness and mild swelling can occur. Recovery varies with your skin and treatment intensity, so allow time before an important event. Infection, pigment changes and scarring are possible risks. Ask about your individual recovery plan and contact your practitioner about unexpected symptoms.

What do gentle lymphatic techniques involve?

Lymphatic drainage uses light, gentle massage intended to support the movement of lymph fluid. At THE RESET, these techniques may form part of facial or restorative body care, depending on suitability. Diagnosed lymphoedema, unexplained swelling, recent surgery or cancer-related needs require guidance from your healthcare team and an appropriately trained specialist.

Why include protein in the nourishment conversation?

Protein supplies amino acids used to build, maintain and repair body tissues, including muscle. Include a variety of protein foods as part of everyday eating. Convenient options such as protein pancake mixes or drinks may fit your routine, but do not replace a varied diet. Individual needs differ.

What should I know about bee pollen?

Bee pollen can be an optional addition to food when suitable; it is not a replacement for balanced nutrition or medical care. It can cause severe allergic reactions. Do not use it if you have pollen, bee or bee-product allergies. Check the specific product’s directions and cautions, and ask a healthcare professional if you’re unsure, pregnant or breastfeeding.

How should I prepare for microneedling?

Start with a suitability review and follow the instructions for your specific device and treatment. Share medications, supplements, recent procedures, skin conditions, cold sores and healing concerns. Avoid tanning and tell us about sunburn or active breakouts. Ask when to pause retinoids, exfoliating acids and other active skincare; timing varies. Do not stop prescribed medication without your prescriber’s advice.

How should I care for my skin afterwards?

Follow your personalised aftercare plan. Use only the recommended post-treatment products initially, handle skin with clean hands and do not pick or scrub. Avoid makeup for at least the first 24 hours unless your practitioner directs otherwise. Ask when to resume exercise, heat, swimming, active skincare and hair removal. Protect skin from sun; confirm when to begin sunscreen and which product to use. Seek prompt medical advice for worsening pain, spreading redness, pus or fever.

Can I have microneedling if I have active acne?

Active acne and acne scarring need different approaches. Microneedling is not performed over active inflamed breakouts or infected skin. If you have painful, persistent or worsening acne, a healthcare professional can help bring it under control before scar treatment is considered. Avoid picking or squeezing spots, which can increase injury and scarring.

Can microneedling remove acne scars?

It may soften the appearance of some depressed acne scars, but it cannot promise to erase them. Scar type matters: rolling, boxcar, deep ice-pick and raised scars may need different approaches or specialist assessment. Treatment plans and the number of sessions are individual.

What is a Sound RESET?

A Sound RESET is an immersive listening experience with crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, gong and space to rest. You can lie down or sit comfortably while layers of tone, rhythm and quiet give your attention somewhere to land. There is nothing to perform and no need to “get meditation right.” We discuss your comfort, preferences and sound sensitivities beforehand.

What are sound, frequency and vibration?

Vibration is movement back and forth. Sound is a vibration travelling through a medium such as air, water or a solid. Frequency describes how many vibration cycles occur each second, measured in hertz (Hz); it contributes to how high or low a sound seems. Loudness is different from frequency. Instruments create a blend of frequencies and overtones, giving each bowl or gong its distinctive sound.

What can a sound session support?

A session offers time to rest, settle your attention and connect with how you feel. Potential benefits include short-term relaxation, less perceived stress and tension, and a more settled mood. It may be a useful wind-down or meditation practice when sitting in silence feels difficult. Some people find space for emotion, reflection or a sense of connection. Experiences vary; research on singing bowls is still developing, and these sessions are not a treatment for disease.

What do you mean by sound medicine?

Sound medicine describes intentional work with listening, music, voice, rhythm or mantra to explore wellbeing. Traditional and contemporary practices approach it in different ways. At THE RESET, the emphasis is on an experience of rest, presence and connection through sound. For further reading, Sound Medicine: How to Use the Ancient Science of Sound to Heal the Body and Mind explores traditional sound practices alongside perspectives on the mind and body. You can also explore crystal bowl music and meditations.

What is vibroacoustic therapy?

Vibroacoustic therapy uses equipment to transmit low-frequency sound as gentle vibrations you can feel as well as hear. It differs from listening to instruments in the room. Canadian researchers have explored its effects on wellbeing and symptoms in specific clinical settings; that research does not guarantee the same results in a studio session. We discuss the equipment, comfort and suitability beforehand.

How can I help save bees and other pollinators in Canada?

Plant locally appropriate native flowers with blooms across the growing season, protect nesting habitat and avoid unnecessary pesticide use. Even a balcony planter can offer food for pollinators.

Can sound support sleep and recovery?

Gentle listening may help you unwind and create space for rest, especially when stress makes it hard to settle. It can complement a wind-down routine and emotional recovery from a demanding period. A sound session does not replace sleep or repay sleep deprivation, and it is not a treatment for insomnia, long COVID or post-exertional fatigue. Ongoing sleep or recovery problems deserve individual healthcare guidance.

Can sound help when I am living with pain?

Some people find relaxation, music and a different focus of attention helpful for comfort while living with pain. Evidence from clinical music interventions does not establish the same benefit for every sound bath or vibroacoustic session. We discuss comfort, positioning and suitability; continue your pain-care plan with your healthcare team.

Can sound offer support during cancer care?

A gentle listening experience may offer space for comfort, emotional expression and rest alongside oncology care. Clinical music therapy is used in cancer supportive care, but a studio Sound RESET is not the same service and does not treat cancer. Discuss suitability with your oncology team before booking, particularly for vibroacoustic equipment or combined body treatments.

Can I claim through extended health or a Wellness Spending Account?

Some employer Wellness Spending Accounts (WSAs) or lifestyle accounts may reimburse eligible wellness services, depending on the plan. Ask your plan administrator about the specific service, provider requirements and receipt details before booking. A WSA is different from a Health Care Spending Account or standard extended-health insurance; reimbursement is not guaranteed. Non-RMT body care is not billed as registered massage therapy.

THE RESET · SKINCARE

Thoughtfully chosen skincare.

A selection of skincare brands I use and carry at THE RESET.

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NOURISHMENT + SAVE THE BEES

Feeling good, beyond the studio.

A few favourites for everyday nourishment—and a little love for the bees.

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A LITTLE LOVE FOR THE BEES

Corbicula

Canadian honey and bee pollen. A reminder to appreciate the bees and the everyday work of pollinators.

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BREAKFAST + NOURISHMENT

Flourish

Protein pancake mixes that bring a little more protein to the breakfast table—one way to support everyday nourishment.

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EVERYDAY PROTEIN

Fusion Protein

Protein supports muscle maintenance and repair. These ready-to-drink shots offer a convenient option for a full day.

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A little love for Canadian pollinators: plant native flowers suited to your area and make room for habitat, even on a balcony. Explore Parks Canada’s pollinator guide ↗

LET’S CONNECT

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