I provide an intuitive, individualized approach that combines therapeutic and sports-specific massage and bodywork, along with client education focused on pain management, muscular imbalances, and improved movement.
Position:
Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Assisted Stretch Therapist
Professional Bio:
Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) with over 20 years of combined experience in physical rehab, assisted stretching, and wellness environments. Skilled in therapeutic massage, sports massage, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, PNF stretching, and deep tissue modalities, with a focus on real-time pressure adjustment, and client education in rehab and strength training.
Education:
Certified and Licensed Massage Therapist- College of DuPage Continuing Education Department
Certified Nursing Assistant- College of DuPage
Professional Achievements:
20+ years of dedicated client care in bodywork, physical therapy, and strength training
Certifications / Awards:
Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) - Graduated with Honors
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- Graduated with Honors
Certified Personal Trainer(CPT) -AFAA
Certified Yoga and Pilates Instructor- AFAA
Foundations Course Completion in Therapeutic Touch- Therapeutic Touch
Reiki, Level I practitioner- Moonshadow Healing
Specialties:
Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue & Therapeutic Massage, Sports Massage, PNF stretching
Therapeutic Approach:
I am passionate about supporting clients’ physical and mental well-being by providing a safe, professional, and supportive environment that promotes healing, recovery, and relaxation.
Fun Fact:Â
I absolutely love animals of all kinds and would be a vet in another life if it weren't for my allergies(!). I also enjoy and appreciate original art and support local artists whenever possible. I provide an intuitive, individualized approach that combines therapeutic and sports-specific massage and bodywork, along with client education focused on pain management, muscular imbalances, and improved movement.