A Sanctuary for Body, Lineage and Life
The Living Altar, a sanctuary of therapeutic bodywork in Boulder. With two decades of clinical experience, Selina blends traditional massage with a range of advanced modalities, including Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Oncology Massage, Biodynamic Craniosacral, and Somatic Trauma Healing. Since 2005, this practice has offered specialized, trauma-informed care designed to soothe the nervous system and promote lasting, integrated wellness. Discover a path to nervous system regulation and holistic healing in a nurturing environment.
Licensed healthcare practitioner with 20+ years of clinical experience.
As of January 1, 2026, these are my flat rates for bodywork, NO TIPS ever necessary:
Licensed Massage Therapist (RMT) | Certified MLD Practitioner | Certified TMJD | Practitioner | Trauma Informed | Somatic Healing Practitioner
Professional Training:
• Oncology Massage and Skin Care., Greet The Day S40E/M Certified
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Klose Certified
• Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) & Certified Tui Na Therapist (CTT)
• 3,000+ hours of specialized training across multiple modalities
• Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (BCST) Certification
• Somatic Psychology; Pre/Perinatal Attachment Certification, Brooks Institute
• Advanced somatic trauma trainings through Alchemical Alignment, Somatic Experiencing and Bridging Soma & Soul
• Ancestral Healing Practitioner Training
Experience:
• Private Practice (2004-present: and 15+ years operating trauma-informed bodywork practice
• Colorado Body Wisdom (2016-2020): Lead therapist and trainer for clinic protocols and systems
• Veterans Care (2011-Present): Medical Massage and Specialized treatment for military veterans
Areas of Expertise:
✓ Oncology care and Manual Lymphatic Drainage
✓ Trauma-informed bodywork and nervous system regulation
✓ Craniosacral therapy for stress reduction and pain management
✓ Somatic approaches to freeze, anxiety, depression, and PTSD
✓ Integrative healing methodologies combining Eastern and Western practices
Current Focus: I integrate evidence-based work and somatic therapies with my lineage healing traditions in a wholistic approach to care. Combining my clinical skill with holistic care, creating therapeutic containers that support both individual healing and systems health.
Philosophy: Effective healing honors both scientific methodology and holistic wisdom, creating pathways for sustainable nervous system regulation while healing and authentic self-expression.
Licensed/Certified/Insured | Accepting new clients | Open to professional collaborations