While in college I stumbled upon a weekend class in Massage. Great intro to a career choice, Yes? Ha Ha. I had previously worked in health care as an EKG Tech in a hospital. I enjoyed helping people, but realized that I didn't fit well in the confines of Western Medicine where symptoms are treated versus discovering, and dealing with, a cause. After taking the class, I realized that I had been doing massage for as long as I could remember, having an older brother who would have me 'work out' ...
While in college I stumbled upon a weekend class in Massage. Great intro to a career choice, Yes? Ha Ha. I had previously worked in health care as an EKG Tech in a hospital. I enjoyed helping people, but realized that I didn't fit well in the confines of Western Medicine where symptoms are treated versus discovering, and dealing with, a cause. After taking the class, I realized that I had been doing massage for as long as I could remember, having an older brother who would have me 'work out' knots and painful muscles he'd gotten from sports. I have always been a fan of holistic types of healing, so I enrolled in Massage School with the next available class.
I graduated Colorado School of Healing Arts in 1995 with over 1000 hours of in-class instruction. Since then, I have studied various specialties in massage, and in the decades that have elapsed, I have honed my sense of touch. My clients like to say I have 'radar' for finding knots. I can work extremely gently when needed, and many clients are astonished at the strength I have as well. The pressure I use is dictated by my clients comfort level and especially what pressure the muscle needs to be able to release. A muscle cannot release if the pain level is too high.
When indicated, I utilize Trigger Point Therapy. It is very effective in relieving pain-related issues, and is one of the best ways I have found at truly releasing painful muscles. I also use hot stones in most sessions, using them when indicated, often on tight, knotted muscles. Most people love them!
I LOVE helping people to get in touch with their bodies, and help them alleviate pain. I teach people that their pain is a message, and together, we work to discover the cause. Taken care of, our bodies outlast any ‘machinery’ that science has developed. For example, a human knee can last 100+ years, yet a ‘knee replacement’ is said to need replacement in 10-20 years. I encourage my clients to take the best care of their ‘original equipment’ that they possibly can. Regular massage is a way to do just that.
When a client comes in for a session, we discuss what is going on with their body. I tailor the session to their individual preferences and needs. I find out what is needed, and do my best to have them leave having those needs met.
As your Massage Therapist,
I pledge to always honor and respect you,
I enter your space with both my hands and my heart,
I devote you my fullest attention,
I am dedicated to your well-being
both physically and emotionally.
May the caring of my heart always be felt in my touch.
Please know that I offer my knowledge
to soothe and comfort both body and spirit.