Roxanne Derkson RMT GCFP – Professional & Entrepreneur
1988–Present
For more than 38 years, Roxanne has worked in hands-on therapy, rehabilitation, functional movement, education and professional development. Her career has evolved from clinical practice and teaching into building ViVi Therapy, bringing together therapy, equipment, education and practical knowledge under one brand.
Training & Credentials
- Graduate, Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, Ontario, Canada, 1988
- Registered Massage Therapist in British Columbia and Ontario since 1988
- Graduate, Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner® (GCFP), Feldenkrais Institute of Somatic Education, Montreal, Quebec, 1992–1996
- Upledger Assistant Trainer, CST I and CST II, 1992–1996
- Traditional Thai Massage, Traditional Medicine Hospital, Chiang Mai, Thailand, 1992 — two-month program
- Teacher Training, Bones for Life® Levels 1 & 2, 2011, with instructor/physiotherapist and GCFP Gail French
- Began teaching Professional Development for RMTs in Canada in 2016, drawing on Feldenkrais Method® fundamentals
Roxanne continues to upgrade her knowledge and hands-on skills annually, maintaining an ongoing commitment to learning, movement and clinical practice.
Clinical Practice & Education
Roxanne has built a diverse clinical and teaching career spanning Canada and Australia.
- Practicing Craniosacral Therapy since 1989
- Practicing Visceral Manipulation since 1990
- Founder, Universal Stress and Therapy Clinic, Manitoba, 1988–1998
- Assistant Upledger instructor for CST I and CST II, 1990–1992
- Instructor, Advanced Treatment Program, Massage College of Manitoba, Winnipeg, 1996–1997
- Founder, Clinical Therapeutic Massage Services, Queensland, Australia, 2001–2005 — a postgraduate training hub for massage therapists
- Feldenkrais® practitioner and instructor at the Feldenkrais Learning Centre, Brisbane, Australia, 2001–2005
- Provided private clinical services to patients at the Princess Alexandra Hospital Spinal Unit, Brisbane, 2002–2003
ViVi Therapy Inc.
In 2006, Roxanne established ViVi Therapy, developing an integrated health clinic focused on rehabilitation, performance, pain treatment and lifestyle for people of all ages.
In 2008, ViVi expanded into massage equipment and supplies, growing from a local Vancouver Island resource into a Canadian supplier serving therapists and practitioners across the country.
ViVi Therapy Inc. is a Medical Device Establishment Licence (MDEL) holder and medical equipment manufacturer, further reflecting the company’s connection to professional healthcare and clinical practice.
In 2013, Roxanne co-founded The Cupping Bar with Registered Acupuncturist Victor Chiu, creating an accessible, community-based, therapy-focused blend of Traditional Chinese and Western bodywork modalities.
The combination of clinical experience, functional movement training and firsthand use of therapy equipment continues to shape how ViVi selects products and supports its customers.
Education Today
In 2026, Roxanne expanded ViVi’s education offering with five Professional Development courses designed for both new and experienced practitioners. Drawing on 38 years of clinical experience and functional movement training, the courses focus on enhanced learning and practical ways to integrate this knowledge into professional practice — helping practitioners learn and earn.
ViVi also offers Learn to Massage, an entry-level course for those beginning their journey into massage and hands-on care.
Today, ViVi Therapy brings together equipment, education and clinical experience, giving practitioners access to products they can trust, education and advice from Roxanne and her team, a culmination of 38 years in clinical practice, continued learning and hands-on experience.
