About MeI was introduced to therapeutic massage by accident - literally. Starting from early on I was in several car accidents leading me down a long and frustrating path of rehabilitation. I became interested in pursuing massage therapy when I experienced incredible pain relief from whiplash and chronic headaches through a clinically driven therapeutic massage treatment. I then fell instantly in love with massage when I took a workshop in 2004 and realized the field ignited a fascination inside of me that I did not know was there. It felt completely right for me in mind, body, and soul. I truly love to be a part of this profession and really enjoy working with my clients to achieve the results they are looking for,
My interest in medical and orthopedic bodywork has a long story attached to it but began the year I graduated school (2006) and took my first continuing education class which was a thorough introduction to the world of Neuromuscular massage. I realized how incredible it could be to work with clients specifically to help them to facilitate change and feel better! My constant quest in evolving my education every year is because I want to continue to study the complexities of the human body, keep up with the latest research in and related to my field, and learn how to best achieve the results my clients are looking for. Don't get me wrong, a general therapeutic massage can be amazing as well, however I feel that my uniqueness as a therapist is that I can do very customized work with differing conditions including but not limited to: people that have many differing pain patterns, especially those with repetitive strain injuries, sports injuries, whiplash, headaches,Temporomandibular joint dysfunction, low back pain, limited range of motion, neck, shoulder girdle & rotator cuff issues, pelvic imbalance, and arthritis. |
Take care of your body with steadfast fidelity. the soul must see through these eyes alone, and if they are dim, the whole world is clouded.
-Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe |
Credentials
I have been in practice as a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2006 and am licensed by the Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy (MT#-08984) after receiving my 1008 hour Certificate from the (Two-Year) Desert Institute of the Healing Arts program for Massage therapy and Shiatsu. I am a Certified member of the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals Association. My other educational background includes a Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts in the social science field from Northern Arizona University (1999) and the University of Chicago (2002).
Since becoming a Licensed Massage Therapist, I have continued to educate myself and have completed over 700 credit hours through ongoing continuing education including: a Certificate in Orthopedic Massage and Pain Management (160 hours), Certificate in Medical Massage for pain and dysfunction (138 hours); 83 hours in Neuromuscular Therapy, 58 hours Anatomy Trains/Anatomy Dissection Workshop, 36 hours in Certified Kinesio-taping Practitioner training, 36 hours Fascial Integration: Structural/Visceral manipulation to the Low-Back, Pelvis, Abdomen, Mid-Back, Thorax, and Diaphragm, 32 hours of Active Isolated Stretching (the Mattes Method), 40 hours of Myofascial Release, 40 hours of Active Myofascial Therapy (the Diamond Method), 136 hours in Myoskeletal Alignment Techniques, 16 hours Functional Range Release (FRC), Rockblade IASTM certified (Rocktape co), and several additional hours addressing specific painful conditions. I am a Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. My education on functional movement and corrective action strategies compliment pain relief therapy and empower the client to become more aware of their body and correct faulty movement patterns.
Since becoming a Licensed Massage Therapist, I have continued to educate myself and have completed over 700 credit hours through ongoing continuing education including: a Certificate in Orthopedic Massage and Pain Management (160 hours), Certificate in Medical Massage for pain and dysfunction (138 hours); 83 hours in Neuromuscular Therapy, 58 hours Anatomy Trains/Anatomy Dissection Workshop, 36 hours in Certified Kinesio-taping Practitioner training, 36 hours Fascial Integration: Structural/Visceral manipulation to the Low-Back, Pelvis, Abdomen, Mid-Back, Thorax, and Diaphragm, 32 hours of Active Isolated Stretching (the Mattes Method), 40 hours of Myofascial Release, 40 hours of Active Myofascial Therapy (the Diamond Method), 136 hours in Myoskeletal Alignment Techniques, 16 hours Functional Range Release (FRC), Rockblade IASTM certified (Rocktape co), and several additional hours addressing specific painful conditions. I am a Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. My education on functional movement and corrective action strategies compliment pain relief therapy and empower the client to become more aware of their body and correct faulty movement patterns.
