I always knew that one day I would be a Massage Therapist.  It is exciting, challenging, & fulfilling all at once to witness the healing potential each of us has. Plus, it’s fun to be doing what wanted to “be when I grew up.”  Aromatherapy is a huge part of my life & business.  I love using Essential Oils in everyday life as well as in each bodywork session I give. 

In January of 1996, I enrolled in the Australasian College of Health Sciences  for my Certificate in Aromatherapy.  Later that year, I moved back home to Coeur d’Alene and started my career in the Natural Healing industry.  I was a Natural Living Associate at Huckleberry’s in Spokane, WA.  There, I was responsible for the Aromatherapy counter as well as helping people educate themselves on Vitamins, Minerals, Herbal Supplements, Homeopathy, Flower Essences, Aromatherapy, and general natural health and beauty aids.  This was my favorite occupation leading up to now.  Every day was a new challenge with constant learning opportunities.  The human body is a phenomenal machine with incredible repairing capabilities.  Sometimes, it just needs facilitating. 

My Massage career began in 2001 at the American Institute of Clinical Massage in Post Falls, Idaho.   The education I received there was second to none in the area.  My graduating class in the Licensure program completed 1250 hours of intensive studies including certification in Medical Massage by the American Medical Massage Association.  The college provided us with a comprehensive understanding of Anatomy and Physiology, Pathology, Musculo-Skeletal Anatomy, Oriental Medicine, Acupressure, and Medical Massage Therapy. 

In 2008, I had the honor of receiving training from Michael Young in Muscle Release Technique^SM.  This is a unique approach to bodywork founded on the basic principles of healing.  If circulation is the key to all healing in the body, then releasing the muscle to allow blood flow, naturally facilitates healing in the muscles and tendons.  This is some of the most profound training I have received.  Michael Young^SM. is a genius, and I am getting incredible results with his work for myself and my clients.

The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork sets the standard for excellence in our industry.  It’s a credential I proudly maintain, and support.  I also carry a Health Professional License through the state of Washington.  Idaho does not currently regulate the Massage industry.  A “CMT” without NCTMB may indicate someone has had a very brief introduction in Massage.  Credentials and professional standards do matter when it comes to the quality of bodywork you seek.  Clients usually find that I am very passionate about the quality of my work, and your results will reflect that.