I graduated from Carolina Bodywork Institute in February of 2008. A 500 hour state accredited program that included Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Swedish, Deep Tissue and Eastern courses. In May of 2008 I received the National Certificate in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and in August 2007 I received my Reiki Master Certificate. As I continue to expand my knowledge, experience and expertise in bodywork, I attend workshops and classes as often as possible to enhance my skills to better serve my clients.

Prior to becoming a massage therapist in 2008, I worked in the corporate world for 24 years. I received a degree in Business Administration from the City of Frankfurt am Main in Germany in 1984.

What I love most about my work is the fact that it can help people change patterns of their lives. We are dynamic human beings; we are always changing, our cells, blood, and breath always in motion. Thus, even though a pattern has been set, it can be altered. On a physical level, the muscle fibers can be moved, stretched, expanded, and a chronic pain eased. On a physiological level, energy can return and headaches cease. On an energetic and emotional level, people can begin to peel away layers that have held them captive, they can begin to make friends with unpleasant feelings and memories, and those feelings can start to transform.

I find a sense of purpose in helping others and fully realize the importance of touch in one's life. The thought of aiding people to heal with the placement of loving, respectful hands is empowering and I enjoy helping as many people as I can.