I was raised in the shadow of the Sangre de Cristo mountains in northern New Mexico. After exploring the world for several years, I began studying Ayurvedic Herbal and Chinese Herbal Medicine with the East West School of Planetary Herbology in Santa Cruz, CA in 2010. Since then, my heart has planted it's roots in Maryland: I started a family, and my dream of becoming a person of service through massage, bodywork, and yoga has come to fruition.
I am a Nationally Certified Maryland State Registered Massage Practitioner and a member of the Associated Massage and Bodywork Professionals. I graduated from Central Maryland School of Massage in 2014 with over 750 hours of education and hands-on practice. While studying at CMSM, I received in-depth training in many styles including Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, prenatal, sports, and palliative massage. Since graduating, I have continued my education by receiving three separate certifications in the dynamic practice of Thai Yoga Massage, trained for hospice work and volunteer with JSSA, and am certified in CPR and basic life support.
I have an intuitive touch and combine different massage modalities and techniques into every session in order to make it the perfect restorative massage for each client. I regularly draw from Thai Yoga Massage during sessions to incorporate stretching, deep breathing, and meditation. I may also add a hot stone or aromatherapy oil in the mix to help alleviate sore or aching muscles. I work with people that vary in age and ability, every one unique. What works for some, may not work for others, and even that can change day to day. Part of my commitment to client-centered care is inviting YOU to be an integral part of your own wellness program.
I am a member of Yoga Alliance and a graduate of the Advanced Studies yoga teacher training program at the Bhagavata-Sevaya School of Yoga. I received well over 500 hours of training in asana (movement), meditation, pranayama (breath control), and have done extensive study in the Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Tao Te Ching, and Dhammapada. I hold certifications in Yin Yoga, the Yoga of 12 Step Recovery, and trauma informed yoga. I am the co-creator and co-educator of the School of Philosophy and Movement 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training program.
When not neck deep studying, practicing massage, or teaching yoga philosophy or anatomy, I can be found cooking, fire dancing, trekking through the desert, and staring up at the stars with my daughter and husband.
::Be Well::
