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Massage Therapy Education
- Certified Massage Therapist – 1985
Boulder College of Massage Therapy
- Certified Neuromuscular Therapist – 1986
Institute of Natural Health, FL
- Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork – 1992
- Colorado Registration Number 767 – 2009
Other Education
- Bachelor of Science
Majors: Home Economics, Physical Education, and English
Fort Hays Kansas State University
Recognitions and Contributions
- Boulder College of Massage Therapy
- Distinguished Alumni – 1990, 1991
- Advisory Board – 1992 - 1996
- Board of Directors – 2009 - present
- American Massage Therapy Association
- Colorado Meritorious Award – 1989, 1990
- National Meritorious Award – 1990
- President’s Award of Excellence– 2003, 2008
- Humanitarian Award – 2004
- Colorado Coalition of Massage Therapists and Bodyworkers
- Board member – 2002 - present
Specializing in: Neuromuscular Therapy, however I only see a limited number of clients at this time since I focus primarily on teaching and administration.
Practice Philosophy
I have given over 20,000 professional massage therapy sessions. This experience along with certification in the first neuromuscular therapy program offered in Colorado, and a deep passion for my profession, combine to offer my clients a very individual, complete, and comprehensive clinical massage therapy approach.
Massage Therapy Education
- Massage Therapy Training – 2004
Hands-on Healing Institute, CA
- Certified Massage Therapist – 2005
Utah College of Massage Therapy
- Colorado Registration Number 4710 - 2009
Specializing in: Deep tissue, Russian, sports massage, Shiastu, CranioSacral, and pre-natal techniques.
Practice Philosophy
I believe that the body has an amazing ability to heal itself and have found that massage therapy can aid in this by decreasing stress, alleviating muscular pain, and supporting the body's natural processes. I have a deep resolve to work with clients to find relief for chronic pain, headaches, and stress from everyday life.
Massage Therapy Education
- Certified Massage Therapist - 2001
Desert Institute of the Healing Arts, AZ
- Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork - 2002
- Certified Neuromuscular Therapist – 2009
Center for Neuromuscular Massage Therapy, Inc
- Colorado Registration Number 1339 – 2009
Other Education
- Bachelor of Arts
Major: Cultural Anthropology
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Specializing in: Orthopedic and sports massage, spinal cord injury, pain management, injury rehabilitation and relaxation
Practice Philosophy
I believe our bodies are living records of every physical and emotional event we experience. Layers of experience, habitual movements and patterns of holding ourselves on a daily basis are the knowledge that gives our bodies tone and posture. As a result tension, limited flexibility and even pain can become a part of our lives. Massage centers our body experience to the "here and now," physiologically increases our natural healing power and educates us how we may change life patterns by increasing appreciation of ourselves. Consequently every massage emerges as a positive and unique healing treatment with clear physiological and emotional results that connect the body/mind of each individual.
Massage Therapy Education
- Certified Massage Therapist – 1999
Central Florida School of Massage Therapy
- Myofascial Therapy and Structural Integration – 2002
CORE Institute, FL
- CranioSacral Therapy Training -2003
The Upledger Institute, FL
- Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork – 2003
Colorado Registration Number 1055 – 2009
Other Education
- SuperSlow Exercise Instructor Certification – 2002
SuperSlow Exercise Guild, FL
Specializing in: Post-injury/surgery recovery, sports and training related issues, TMJ dysfunction, general wellness
Practice Philosophy
Each individual is unique and thus requires their own specialized treatment. My goal is to foster a collaborative relationship with each client to ensure that their needs can be openly expressed and treated for the most beneficial outcome. I approach every session with compassion, respect and a commitment to provide the absolute best treatment possible.
Massage Therapy Education
- Certified Massage Therapist - 1997
Boulder College of Massage Therapy
- National Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork - 1998
- CranioSacral I - 1998
Rolf Institute
- Neuromuscular Therapy Training - 1999-2000
St. John Neuromuscular Therapy Seminars, FL
- Certified Neuromuscular Therapist - 2007
Center for Neuromuscular Massage Therapy, Inc.
- Colorado Registration Number 1782 - 2009
Other Education
- Bachelor of Arts - 1990
Major: Geography
University of Arizona, Tempe
Specializing in: Neuromuscular massage therapy, pregnancy massage, lymphatic drainage massage, Cranio-Sacral therapy and Reiki
Practice Philosophy
The body has a wisdom that can teach us about ourselves. With injury, massage therapy can be a tool to affect great change; I have found this to be true in my own body. Whether for rehabilitation, comfort, human contact or relaxation, massage can provide overall treatment for a person. I feel I learn a great deal when I am able to assist in the healing process and hope to pass that along to the client.
Massage Therapy Education
- Certified Massage Therapist – 2008
Massage Therapy Institute of Colorado
- Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork – 2009
- Colorado registration Number 1152 – 2009
Other Education
- Bachelor of Science - 2000
Majors: Registered Nurse, Registered Public Health Nurse
Aichi Prefectural College of Nursing and Health, Japan
Recognitions
- Student Achievement Award - 2008
Massage Therapy Institute of Colorado
Specializing in: Deep tissue massage, neuromuscular therapy, relaxation massage, and reflexology
Practice Philosophy
I believe that you know your body more than anyone else. I strive to listen carefully to your words and the body so I can provide the best knowledge and techniques to meet your specific needs.
I believe the health of the physical body manifests mental health. My goal is to be a bridge that connects each person with his/her own intuitive capacity for self-understanding and wholeness in mind, body, and spirit.
Massage Therapy Education
- Certified Massage Therapist with honors - 2004
Denver School of Massage Therapy
- Certified Master Bodyworker Program-with honors - 2005
Utah College of Massage Therapy
- National Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork - 2005
- Certified Neuromuscular Therapist - 2006
Center for Neuromuscular Massage Therapy
- Colorado Registration Number 4469 - 2009
Specializing in: Medical massage, Russian massage, treatment of injury
Practice Philosophy
I strive to:
- Massage with receptive hands using honesty, compassion, and awareness.
- Create a custom-tailored massage based on client's individual needs.
- Not limit myself to one massage modality. Provide top-quality techniques to facilitate healing.
- Educate each client in becoming proactive about his or her health and well-being.
Massage Therapy Education
- Certified Massage Therapist – 2005
Desert Institute of the Healing Arts/Cortiva Institute, AZ
- CranioSacral Therapy – 2005
Integrative Bodywork Institute, AZ
- Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork – 2005
- Colorado Registration Number 6382 – 2009
Other Education
- Bachelor of Science – 1999
Major: Nursing
Krankenpflegeschule des allgemeinen Krankenhauses
Vienna, Austria
Practice Philosophy
I really enjoy being part of the healing process through massage therapy. My goal is to improve the awareness of the body-mind connection in my clients through client specific massage therapy using deep tissue, trigger point, and/or relaxing Swedish massage techniques, and educating my clients about self-care to maximize the outcome.
Massage Therapy Education
- Certified Massage Therapist – 2006
Colorado School of Healing Arts
- Applied Science Degree
Majoring in Neuromuscular Therapy, Sports Massage
and Lymphatic Drainage - 2007
Colorado School of Healing Arts
- Colorado Registration Number 7836 - 2009
Specializing in: Pain management, rehabilitation for injury, accident, or post-surgery
Practice Philosophy
I’ve been fascinated by human anatomy and physiology since childhood. Being able to help people get back to a healthy state of being is amazing and fuels my fascination to learn all I can about the human body. I’m making people pain-free one hour at a time.
Massage Therapy Education
- Certified Massage Therapist – 2006
Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy
- Certified Neuromuscular Therapist – 2006
Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy
- Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork – 2008
- Colorado Registration Number 906 – 2009
Other Education
- Holistic Healing Certification Program – 2004
Red Rocks Community College
- Yoga Teacher Training Certification – 2005
CorePower Yoga
Recognitions
- Outstanding Community Service Award - 2003
The Daughters of the American Revolution, Littleton Chapter
Specializing in: Neuromuscular therapy, deep tissue, injury rehabilitation, pre and post-natal, and relaxation techniques.
Practice Philosophy
My approach to massage therapy is multi-dimensional due to the unique differences each client presents. Pain management, trauma, repetitive motion and job or accident related injuries require individualization and deep receptivity on my part in order to promote optimal healing and relief. Experience has taught me to interpret and adapt to the non-verbal communication each body relays and provide a comfortable, specific and effective healing experience. |
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