My journey as a massage therapist began in 1990. I was a single mother of 2, looking for a rewarding career that also paid enough to support my family. After the birth of my second son, I suffered from a pinched nerve and herniated disc in my low back. Doctors gave me a 2% chance of walking without surgery. I wasn't sure I believed that so looked into alternative health care. With the help of chiropractic care and self massage/acupressure, my back healed. Doctors thought it was a miracl...
My journey as a massage therapist began in 1990. I was a single mother of 2, looking for a rewarding career that also paid enough to support my family. After the birth of my second son, I suffered from a pinched nerve and herniated disc in my low back. Doctors gave me a 2% chance of walking without surgery. I wasn't sure I believed that so looked into alternative health care. With the help of chiropractic care and self massage/acupressure, my back healed. Doctors thought it was a miracle. I thought it was normal. I believed given the help and right care, the body frequently can heal itself. This experience attracted me to the alternative health care field. I attended the Minneapolis School of Massage for basic training. Following school I worked for 2 years at the Aveda Spa in Osceola, WI. In 1992 I opened my own business, Balanced Body Balanced Life in Lindstrom, MN. Over the years I have furthered my education in many modalities including:
Acupressure
Aromatherapy
Deep/Connective Tissue/Sports Massage
Advanced Cranio Sacral Therapy
Somato Emotional Release
Myofascial Release I (MFR)
MFR II
MFR Fascial-Pelvis
MFR Cervical Thoracic
MFR Unwinding
MFR Rebounding
5 Elements
Chinese Detoxification Abdominal Massage (Chi Nei Tsang)
Foot/Hand Reflexology
Reiki Master
Scalp Massage
Manual Lymph Drainage
MPS Scar Release Therapy (SRT)
ETPS Neuromechanical Therapy
While I LOVE my work, I also have a passion for creating and designing mobiles and jewelry based on Feng Shui and 5 Elements. You can find some of them on my web site at: www.transcendingart.com and Etsy. I hope to hear from you.
MN # 131573
Esalen Massage
Myofascial Release
Cranio Sacral Therapy
Chinese Medical Massage
I was hired at the Aveda Spa and Retreat in Osceola, WI as the head therapist. I was part of a team that helped develop new cutting edge treatments designed for optimum wellness and health.
In 1992 I opened my own business, Balanced Body Balanced LIfe in Lindstrom, MN. Every year I add new modalities for custom individualized treatments for my clients improving the mind, body connection.