Tina Tongen

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Expert massage therapy and coaching for embodied wellness

Embodied Blessings!

Greetings and embodied blessings! I'm Tina Tongen, a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT #MA97820) with a mission to help people rediscover the joy of inhabiting a happy and healthy body. Through expert massage therapy, guided movement, and caring attention, I collaborate with your nervous system to release chronic holding patterns and alleviate mental and physical stress.

My holistic approach recognizes health as a function of your mind, body, and spirit working together seamle...

Embodied Blessings!

Greetings and embodied blessings! I'm Tina Tongen, a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT #MA97820) with a mission to help people rediscover the joy of inhabiting a happy and healthy body. Through expert massage therapy, guided movement, and caring attention, I collaborate with your nervous system to release chronic holding patterns and alleviate mental and physical stress.

My holistic approach recognizes health as a function of your mind, body, and spirit working together seamlessly. Treatments begin with a deep listening to your entire system, providing the necessary support to tailor my service to your needs each day.

A Journey of Healing:

Embarking on the path of healing, I moved to Colorado in 2008, immersing myself in a yoga ashram for 7 months. I learned the profound value of being on a schedule with community, daily singing, and meditation. My introduction to working with people came through offering Ayurvedic health practices, sparking a passion that led to my earning a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Certification at the Shambhava School of Yoga.

Fueled by this fire for healing, I dove into 2 years of extensive studies at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy, earning a 1000-hour Certification and a 500-hour Associate Degree of Occupational Studies in Massage Therapy that includes “Working with Trauma in the Body," etc. The foundation of my Manual Therapy, Orthopedic and Medical Massage Therapy, and Integrative Massage Sessions is built upon this education.

I deepened my experience by becoming part of a community focused on cultivating the heart through deep listening and massage therapy. I proudly earned a Master Practitioner Certification in Phenomenal Touch Massage from the Institute for Phenomenal Touch. The Ocean Session, inspired by this transformative work, aims to bring the calming and rhythmic energy of the ocean into your healing experience. 

My work is rooted in embodied meditation, and I’m way beyond grateful to the Ridhwan School in Boulder, where I practiced embodied meditation with inquiry to build personal awareness, maturity, and compassion within a community for 6 years. Together, we honed our ability to listen and stay centered in the present moment. This practice supports me to provide stable space within which my clients can rest and connect more deeply within mind-body-spirit. Tongen Touch™ Coaching for Embodied Wellness includes Embodied Meditation Sessions drawing from this profound work.

Tongen Touch™ is a culmination of my studies over the past 30 years—a blend of expertise, compassion, and transformative experiences.

Licenses
Massage

FL # MA97820

Massage

CO # MT.11470

Education
2010

The Boulder College of Massage Therapy

1000 hour Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork

2011

The Boulder College of Massage Therapy

500 hour Associate of Occupational Studies degree (AOS) in Massage Therapy

2013

The Institute for Phenomenal Touch

200 hour Practitioner Certification in Phenomenal Touch Massage

2013

Orthopedic Massage Education and Research Institute

16 hour Orthopedic Massage Techniques Lower Body with Whitney Lowe

2014

The Institute for Phenomenal Touch

200 hour Advanced Practitioner Certification in Phenomenal Touch Massage

2015

The Institute for Phenomenal Touch

200 hour Master Practitioner Certification in Phenomenal Touch Massage

2008

Shambhava School of Yoga

Ayurvedic Massage Therapies

2009

Shambhava School of Yoga

200 hour Yoga Teacher Training

Experience
Bodywork

Boulder Vets - Volunteer

2010. Volunteered clothed bodywork sessions with The Boulder Vets Association to help veterans reconnect with their bodies and heal in an ongoing program supported by massage followed by talk therapy.

Boulder Community Hospital - Massage Intern

2010. Through a mentored internship, provided therapeutic and relaxation massage to hospital patients on Maternity and Cancer Care floors.

University of Colorado at Denver - Massage Intern

2010. Through a mentored internship, provided therapeutic and rehabilitative massage to the athletes at the University of Colorado in Denver.

Ronald McDonald House - Volunteer

2010. Volunteered to give clothed table massage to the parents and families of children in the hospital.

University of Colorado Boulder - Massage Intern

2010. Through a mentored internship, provided therapeutic and rehabilitative massage to the athletes at the University of Colorado in Boulder.

Still Mountain, Dr. Jia Gottlieb - Massage Therapist

July 1, 2011 - May 17, 2012. Supported clients of Dr. Gottlieb, MD. Provided medical massage therapy.

Fully Alive Medicine, Dr. Rob Ivker - Massage Therapist

May 17, 2012 - Oct 20, 2013. Supported clients of Dr. Ivker, DO. Provided meditative therapeutic and medical massage sessions. Used heat packs and therapeutic essential oil compresses.

Shoshoni Ashram

2008. Trained in and administered Ayurvedic massage therapies, detox wraps, facials.

REVIEWS for my Bodywork, Skincare, or Coaching services

by Anonymous on Oct 21
Enjoyed that she spent personal time with me both before and after, taking time to find out exactly what my issues were. Afterward, she gave me ideas to help with stretching, relaxation, etc. Then, a week later, she followed up with an email to check on me. She is the only massage therapist that’s ever cared that much. Highly recommend!
by Anonymous on Sep 30
Tina is wonderful! So dedicated, gentle and effective all at once.
by Anonymous on Aug 01
I met Tina in a continuing education class and had a good impression of her skillset and compassionate, intuitive manner, so i booked an appointment. Tina used her varied experience together with a thorough intake process to determine how to approach my session.
by Barbara Sue on Jul 12
I walked in with discomfort, tightness and pain in several areas, worst in mid to upper posterior back. I was undecided if I should go to a chiropractor first or to Tina first. I chose to go to Tina first. I walked out feeling much better and with only the usual soreness from being worked. By the time I got home I had no pain, and have had only minimal discomfort depending upon how I move since, and it has been 2 days. It was evident that Tina is very knowledgeable in her field of work. She took time to get to fully know me, why I was there, and discussed her plan for me. I felt like she was genuinely interested in my health and wellbeing.
by Barbara Sue on Jul 12
I walked in with discomfort, tightness and pain in several areas, worst in mid to upper posterior back. I was undecided if I should go to a chiropractor first or to Tina first. I chose to go to Tina first. I walked out feeling much better and with only the usual soreness from being worked. By the time I got home I had no pain, and have had only minimal discomfort depending upon how I move since, and it has been 2 days. It was evident that Tina is very knowledgeable in her field of work. She took time to get to fully know me, why I was there, and discussed her plan for me. I felt like she was genuinely interested in my health and wellbeing.
by B on Jul 09
Tina is the best!
by Tasha on Jun 24
I highly recommend finding time for self care, especially a much needed massage! I absolutely love the massage sessions with Tina. She's experienced & patient. She listens to your needs & concerns, addressing priority areas. I'm thankful for her caring heart & healing touch! Thank you!
by Louisa on May 21
Ms. Tongen creates a totally relaxing experience. She addresses any trouble spots and explains how different pressure will release the stress from your body. I wholeheartedly recommend her for a total body massage!
by Genevieve on Apr 12
Best massage experience ever!
by Anonymous on Apr 05
Tina was very kind, made the process, which was new to me, instantly calming. Her focus on both the body work along with the mind-body connection exceeded my expectations. I’ll be back for sure.

SPECIALTIES: Bodywork and Massage techniques I perform

Bodywork & Massage

  • Assisted Stretching
  • Tongen Touch™ Massage
  • Energy Work
  • Cupping Therapy
  • Chair Massage
  • Blend of Orthopedic, Deep-Tissue and Phenomenal Touch Massage
  • Deep Tissue
  • Tongen Touch Massage
  • Integrated Massage
  • Phenomena Touch Massage
  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage
  • Pregnancy Massage
  • Online Instruction – Massage for Self-Care
  • Face + Scalp Massage
  • Ointment
  • Lava Shell Massage
  • Swedish Massage
  • Cupping Methods
  • Amethyst Biomat Infrared Heat
  • Orthopedic Massage
  • Trigger Point Therapy
  • Phenomenal Touch Massage
  • Neuromuscular Massage

Skincare

  • Face & Scalp Massage

Coaching

  • Embodied Wellness Coaching
  • Life Coaching

Meditation

  • Body Awareness Meditation
  • Guided Meditation

Wellness

  • Tongen Touch™ Embodied Meditation
  • Somatic Awareness + Yoga
  • Infrared Heat Therapy

Yoga

  • Online Private Session - Hatha Yoga

Fitness

  • Dance / Authentic Movement

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