My formal training as a bodyworker began at the Desert Institute of the Healing Arts in Tucson, AZ (1000 hour program, 1996-7). Long before that, I was walking on my Dad’s back when I was small enough to do no harm and learning about safe, healing touch from watching my Aunt’s and Uncle’s give each other massages at family gatherings.
When I turned 18, I attended Prescott College and took my first official massage course in classical and Thai massage techniques. I realized quite quickly that this was something I wanted to pursue professionally. It’s 25 years later, and I still love practicing the art and science of bodywork. I integrate so much of what I receive from other practitioners. Each session is something that arises in the listening between myself and the person on the table. I believe that presence and communication founded in a strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology goes a long way toward shifting and healing our bodies.
Here’s a few methods that influence my understanding and approach of the body:
KMI and Structural balancing techniques with Layna Cirelli
Thai Yoga Massage in Thailand
Tuina at Gueng anmen Hospital in Beijing, China
Craniosacral Therapy with Upledger Institute,
Myofacial Release with Terry Manucci
Trager approach with Deane Juhan
