As a Massage Therapist, I enjoy being able to bridge the gap between western medicine and the “alternatives,” while providing a safe and nurturing atmosphere in which to heal.  Fascial Stretch Therapy has brought my skills to a new level.

 

Prior to getting into massage, I did Financial Analysis, Desktop Computer Support and taught Martial Arts for a couple of years.  I had a draw toward the healing arts and knew the first time I laid hands on someone in massage school this was the right place for me to be.  Since then, I have achieved my Bachelors in Nursing and worked as a nurse in a few different capacities for 6 years.  I am drawn back to my roots:  Massage.

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Since the beginning of my massage career, I was drawn to pain relief and management as well as muscle injury repair.  We do not have to walk around in pain all the time, massage can make a tremendous difference in your quality of life.  After martial arts, I began cycling and running.  I have done century cycling rides; I have run 7 marathons-including Boston in 2011, numerous half marathons, 10k's and 5k's.  I did a half Ironman in 2012.  Massage therapy and fascial stretching is so beneficial for athletes.  I have also been a personal trainer in the past. 

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Outside of work, we have two dogs, a shitzu named Bella and a bulldog named Shelby.  I am still running and cycling when I can.  I love to do HIIT group training classes.

 

As with any career, I will continue to learn new techniques and modalities. 

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Training:

Onondaga School of Therapeutic Massage

Hot Stone Massage

Fascial Stretch Therapy Provider Level 2

James Waslaski LMT - "Pelvic Stabilization and the Upper Body.'

James Waslaski LMT - "Orthopedic Massage and Pain Management Upper Body"

Walt Fritz, PT - "Foundations in Myofascial Release"

Cancer and Massage Therapy

Myofascial Release: State of the Art Tissue Mobilization

ACE Massage Cupping Level 1

Registered Nurse

Licensed Aesthetician

Breast Cancer and Massage Therapy

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Higher Education:

Associates in Business Administration

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing

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