I'm a skilled massage therapist with 30 years of experience. I've worked 12 years in an orthopedic rehab facility and am still learning. My goal is to help you reduce pain, tension, anxiety and stress.
In 1995 I went to SunCoast School of Massage Therapy in Tampa, Florida. In addition to the standard curriculum I earned certification in Sports Massage. In the years since, I’ve earned certifications in NeuroMuscular Therapy, CORE Myofascial Therapy, Active Isolated Stretching, and Traditional Massage of Thailand.
We know more about the science behind massage than we did 30 years ago but many myths persist. My goal is to give you straight up massage with no woo. Massage has benefits for which we don’t need flimflam explanations.
We know that massage affects more than muscles. There is no way to massage a body without affecting other soft tissue. We can say with confidence that massage can reduce stress, anxiety and help with depression. Massage directly affects the nervous system. Massage feels good.
Some people prefer a light touch and some prefer more pressure. Communication with your therapist is the key to receiving the type of pressure that feels good to you. It is not necessary to receive more pressure than you prefer. There are many techniques that can be used for light or heavy pressure that can help with areas of pain and tension without upsetting your nervous system.
In your office or workplace environment I provide a fully clothed massage in a special ergonomically designed chair with no lotion. I use techniques to help relax your back and body of computer posture shoulders and stimulate you mentally to return to your desk or work station recharged. Employee chair massage has been shown to increase productivity and decrease stress and anxiety in the work place.
For Pain relief I target specific areas that are causing your pain and referral pain patterns. For example headaches are often caused by tension in neck and shoulder muscles. Tight hamstrings and glutes can contribute to low back pain.
For a stress relief massage our goal is physical and mental relaxation focusing on soothing your nervous system with continuity from one area of the body to the next.
There is a massage therapist for every body.
If you are a seasoned massage receiver let's continue your therapy. If you are new to massage please allow me to provide you with a comfortable, professional and therapeutic session.