About Me
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
I have practiced as a Massage Therapist since 2017, have a State of Missouri professional Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) license, a KCMO city business, and a state of MO business license . I graduated from Wellspring School of Allied Health, the #1 massage school in the region. As a healthcare professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association, I am trained in a variety of modalities, from light relaxation and spa massage to advanced deep tissue and customized therapeutic massage. The body and mind are connected; massage instantly helps both at the same time. Massage helps immediately manage stress and anxiety, and it also helps prevent it from accumulating later as well. It can even help with relieving or managing pain. Massage is wellness, self-care, and health care. Reliable and valid scientific research does prove that massage works.
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EXPERIENCE
Change of Life, LLC
Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa (Liberty, MO)
BACK & Bodyworks Massage Therapy II (Picture Hills) (6 years)
BACK & Bodyworks Massage Therapy I (Gladstone)
Spalation
Salon 152
Chateau Avalon
The National Golf Club of Kansas City
Zeel Massage on Demand
Infinite Massage
Incorporate Massage
SpaFlow
Savannah West Luxury Apartments
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Wellspring School of Allied Health in Kansas City, Missouri
Certificate Program: Massage Therapy Practitioner
750 Hrs. Completed (only 500 are required for MO State License)
39.5 credits completed (over one year, full-time) , including 70 hrs. clinic internship and 4 hrs. externship
Student member of the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP)
Professional Member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA)
Practiced on the public in our school's student massage clinic open to the community
COMPLETED CLASSES
Interpersonal Communications, Anatomy & Physiology I & II , Kinetic Anatomy, Pathology, Common Medical Conditions, Assessment & Documentation Skills, Ethics, Business Practices, Basic Swedish Massage I & II, Neuromuscular Massage, Sports Massage, Joint & Stretch, Advanced Massage, Integrative Massage, Eastern Movement Therapies, Special Populations, Reflexology, Hydrotherapy, Wellness & Nutrition, Professional Development, Self-Care, CPR & First Aid, Clinic Orientation
COMPLETED CONTINUING EDUCATION
10/30/24 - Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa- Liberty, MO - Orientation and Training - 4 hours
10/13/24 - Marketing for Massage Therapists 2024 - 3.5
9/12/24-9/14/24 - American Massage Therapy Association National Convention 2024 in Tampa, Florida :
Understanding and Managing Chronic Pain with Massage Therapy (including Deep Tissue) - 2
Managing Fibromyalgia for Massage Therapists - 2
Massage Therapy for Back Pain with Visceral Manipulation - 6
Advanced Strain-Counterstrain for the Autonomic Nervous System - 4
Bridging Science and Practice : Empowering Massage Therapists through Research - 1.5
11/4/23 - Making Your Mark : Guerilla Marketing for Massage Therapists 2023 - 3.5
11/4/23 - Taxes for Massage Therapists (AMTA online) - 2
11/4/23 - Attracting Business Clients - Part 2: Expansion and Recovery (AMTA online)- 2
11/4/23 - International Massage Therapy Research Conference - Health and Wellness : The Role of Integrative Therapies - 1
11/4/23 - Attracting Business Clients - Part 1: Start-Up and Retention (AMTA online) - 2
8/15/23 - Growing a Thriving Practice: Systems for Success (AMTA online) - 3
6/1/23 - Diabetes Education (Zoom online meeting) - Dr. William Sears - 1
4/9/23 - Cupping Therapy and Your Massage Practice (AMTA - Online) - 2
12/22/22 - Demonstration of the Hesch Method for Persistent Back Pain (PESI-video) - 1
07/31/22 - Starting Your Massage Private Practice: A Step-by-Step Guide to Success - 3
11/24/21 - Esalen Massage (Esalen Institute in Big Sur, CA - video) - 2.5 hrs.
11/13/21 & 11/14/21 - Introduction to Esalen Massage (Wellspring School of Allied Health) - 14 hrs.
2/25/21 - Dementia and Massage Therapy (AMTA online & Massage Therapy Journal) - 4 hrs.
2/21/21 - Orthopedic Medical Massage: Upper Body (Real Bodywork) video (including Trigger Point Therapy and Sports Massage) - 2.5 hrs.
2/22/21 - Orthopedic Medical Massage: Lower Body (Real Bodywork) video (including Trigger Point Therapy and Sports Massage) - 2.5 hrs.
12/23/20 - Massage with Confidence (Bodymechanics School of Myotherapy & Massage video (incorporating Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue, Hawaiian Bodywork, Trigger Point, Myofascial Release, Sports Massage, & Relaxation Massage) - 1 hr.
11/1/20 - Lymphatic Drainage Massage (Real Bodywork) video - 1.5 hrs
10/27/20 - Developing Your Online Presence and Social Media (SCORE) - 2 hours
6/9/20 - Research on and Treatment of Diabetes (AMTA) - 2 hours CEUs
2/16/20 - Essential Oils for the Endocrine System : Rebalancing Hormones (Young Living) - 3 hours
11/6/19 - Basic Principles of Somatic Experiencing (Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute) - 3 Hours CEUs
8/13/19 - CBD Oils and Hemp Oils : Decreasing Pain and Inflammation (Young Living Aromatherapy Essential Oils Class) - 1 hour
6/9/19 - Precision Neuromuscular Therapy (PNMT) for the Arm and Hand - at Wellspring - 8 CEUs
6/8/19 - Precision Neuromuscular Therapy (PNMT) for the Shoulder - at Wellspring - 8 CEUs
5/1/19 - Elite Therapist Coaching (Therapist Consultants/Dr. David Kats) - 1 hr.
3/26/19 - Pregnancy and Massage (AMTA) - 3 CEUs
1/12/19 - Planning for Tomorrow to Help You Today (Business Financial Planning) (AMTA) - 1 CEU
11/29/18 - Manual Therapy for Low Back Pain : Hands-On Treatment for Lumbar, Sacroiliac, and Pelvic Dysfunctions (Vyne Education) - 6 CEUs
9/30/18 – Trigger Point Therapy of the Lower Extremity : Heel and Foot Pain (Cross Country Education) – 1 CEU
7/17/18 - Emotions and Oils : Anxiety and Depression (Young Living Essential Oils)
4/25/18 – The Endocannabinoid System in the Brain and Body and Phytocannabinoids (Green Acres/Emerald Health Bioceuticals)
3/4/18 – Make and Take Home : Beauty and Wellness Products with Essential Oils Part 2 (Wellness Wheel)
2/10/18 - Introduction to Myofascial Release (Wellspring) - 8 CEUs
2/4/18 – Taking Care of Your Business Taxes : A Few Pointers That Will Help Take the Pain Out of Filing Your Taxes (AMTA) – 3 CEUs
1/14/18 – Introduction to Meditation and Mindfulness (Unity Church)
11/24/17 - Self-Care for Massage Therapists : Body Mechanics (AMTA) - 3 CEUs
11/9/17 - Find Your Blend, Find Your Bliss : Essential Oils for Mood Management (Wellness Wheel)
12/22/17 - Krishnamurti: The Best Class You Will Ever Take on Meditation (UMKC Communiversity)
12/23/17 – Make and Take Home : Beauty and Wellness Products with Essential Oils Part 1 (Wellness Wheel)
10/17 - Massage Heights - Tiffany Springs location - Orientation and Training - 2 weeks
10/17 - The Elms Resort & Spa in Excelsior Springs, MO - Orientation and Training - 3 hours
2/24/17 - Self-Care for Massage Therapists : Injury Prevention (AMTA) - 2 CEUs
10/1/16 - Kansas City Hospice - volunteering as a student - 3 hours
4/13/16 - Kinesiology Therapeutic Taping (for Fitness Instructors and Physical Therapists in -person live event at Wellspring) - 1 hour
3/1/16 – Aromatherapy and Essential Oils in Skin Care (Nu Skin)
2/7/16 – Introduction to Therapeutic Aromatherapy and Essential Oils (UMKC Communiversity)
2008 - Infant Massage (Parents as Teachers)
2005 - Empowerment Life Coaching I (Judy Widener)
2005 - Empowerment Life Coaching II (Judy Widener)
