Karen began exploring alternative medical modalities after she was diagnosed with a "chronic" and "incurable" medical condition in her early 30s--from which she fully healed. Now she enjoys supporting others on their wellness journeys. Karen specializes in deep tissue, neuromuscular therapy (NMT), and structural integration work to relieve pain and reduce stress. Karen has been NCBTMB board-certified since 1993. She is a graduate of the Baltimore School of Massage, and also studied at the Onondaga School of Therapeutic Massage in Syracuse. She studied neuromuscular therapy and neurosomatic therapy with Paul St. John. Karen also is a Kripalu-certified yoga instructor, a certified Personal Trainer (National Academy of Sports Medicine), and owner of the Bayview Wellness Center in Fair Haven, NY.