brian ortiz

Come to the woods —of your Being, for here is rest. There is no repose like that of the green deep woods —of your Heart. Sleep in forgetfulness of all ills.

I have over 2,000 hours of training and continue to study and evolve my approach to helping my clients gain deep relaxation and stress relief, as well as freedom of movement and injury rehabilitation. I like to work according to what each client needs to support optimal functioning and health.

My bodywork is infused with the Body Mechanic Method ® principles. The Body mechanic method ® is a sensorimotor approach to learning that engages the body-mind to help clients become aware of their movem...

I have over 2,000 hours of training and continue to study and evolve my approach to helping my clients gain deep relaxation and stress relief, as well as freedom of movement and injury rehabilitation. I like to work according to what each client needs to support optimal functioning and health.

My bodywork is infused with the Body Mechanic Method ® principles. The Body mechanic method ® is a sensorimotor approach to learning that engages the body-mind to help clients become aware of their movement, posture, and structural holding patterns that contribute to tension, pain, and unnecessary limitations. These compensation habits—often learned after injuries, accidents, and trauma—will start to change, reminding your body-mind of the way it was organized before the trauma, bringing you back to earlier, more functional ways of moving and being.

I encourage my clients to be active participants in their healing process which brings harmony to mind and body through my nurturing, therapeutic touch. My experience of body mechanics, strength, flexibility, and holistic outlook allows them better body functioning as well as more spacious living.

Outside of my bodywork practice, In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family. Thoroughly enjoy the outdoors, hiking, biking in nature and enriched by traveling. I like to stay emotionally and physically fit with Yoga and bodyweight training. My bodywork has been influenced by many years of these practices as well as meditation practices, which nourish me deeply, professionally and personally.

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Licenses
Massage

CA # 37704

Education
2011

Southern California Health Institute (SOCHI)

phyiscal therapy and massage therapy 750 HOUR PROGRAM

2018

DR. VODDER SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE

2012

ERIK DALTON

Myoskeletal Alignment Therapy

2021

klose training

Vodder Method Lymphatic Drain

2021

LMT Success Group

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE VODDER METHOD POST SURGERY TRAINING

2021

LMT Success Group

ADVANCED LYMPHEDEMA, EDEMA AND LIPEDEMA

2020

STRETCHED ACADEMY

STRETCH THERAPY

Experience
Physical Therapy

Performax Physical Therapy Burbank, CA

Lead Massage Therapist and Lead Rehab Tech. Observed patients during treatment to compiled and evaluated data on patient responses and progress, and report to physical therapist. Observed a Physical Therapist; assisted in treating patients in a patient/friendly manner Self- Developed increased knowledge of the role of a physical therapist Educated patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Secured patient into or onto therapy equipment. Administered traction to relieve neck and back pain using intermittent equipment.

Bodywork

AUM physical therapy and yoga center, Bakersfield CA

Rehab Tech: Providing high level of quality care and encouragement to patients. Demonstrating the ability to adapt to different situations through excellent communication skills with others. Assists in modalities, treatment, and therapeutic exercises with patients. Massage Therapist: Providing safe, appropriate, and effective massage techniques with a pleasant and enthusiastic attitude at all times. Designing specific sessions based on client's individual needs Assessing the needs of customer individually and selected the appropriate treatment.

Equinox Spa Encino, CA

Lead Massage Theapist Tripled massage revenues and nearly doubled total spa sales within one year due to acclaimed services delivery and effective marketing, cross-selling and social media initiatives. Provided top-rated massage services customized to client needs to build a thriving repeat and referral business base with a booked-to-capacity schedule. Worked with owner to introduce massage memberships with 6- and 12-month options. Helped massage services grow from the lowest-producing department to become the #2 revenue generator in our network. Worked alongside of personal trainers to achieve the best physical results possible from athletic clients (golfers, tennis players, marathon runners)

Burke Williams, Santa Clarita CA

Developed business and provided massage therapy modalities to a large client base of individuals Sought out and arranged presentations to various groups on the benefits of massage therapy to increase client base Created and designed marketing materials and advertisements Provided pain management through massage therapy Certified with the Aaron Mattes Method of Active Stretching and Strengthening, which taught correct body mechanics and how to help clients stretch and strengthen without injury

Wellness

LYMPHATIC HEALTH

OWNER OF ORTIZWELLNESS CENTER IN BAKERSFIELD, SPECILAZING IN LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE AND POST OP CARE AND MASSAGE THERAPY.

REVIEWS for my Bodywork or Fitness services

by Mercedes Rivas on Apr 23
I am extremely pleased with my session, I feel an improvement in so many aspects of my body. Ty Brian O. Looking forward to my next appointment.
by Zayne on Mar 17
I have been a patient since 2022. I was referred by a friend after I became ill. He initially was providing lymphatic drainage only at this point and then as I started to get better and my health started to get back on track, I requested deep tissue and Swedish. He’s helped my sciatic issues, helped with removing physical manifestations of my trauma and I have been very grateful for his services. Highly recommend.
by Anonymous on Feb 27
Very knowledgable of the whole process needed. On board with treatment goals and complementing them well.
by Desire on Feb 26
Bryan is very professional and really knows what he is doing. I’ve been seeing him for my post op massages and I’m vey impressed!
by Anonymous on Feb 12
Brian was professional and welcoming.
by Anonymous on Feb 02
This was a great experience. I was able to tell a difference after my visit. I will definitely be coming back for more.
by Evelyn on Feb 01
Brian has such a magic hands… ever since i started my post op massages with him i have noticed a significant change i also feel good. 100% recommended. Thank you so much Brian.
by Anonymous on Jan 31
Definitely needed some TLC on my body from sitting a lot for work and in the car commuting to LA frequently. Worked through all my tense muscles from work outs and sitting. Felt so much better the next day. Thanks always
by Lori on Jan 16
Very knowledgeable, kind and professional.
by Anonymous on Jan 07
Brian was great! He was very accommodating with my schedule. He always seemed to know exactly how much pressure my body could handle during each massage.

SPECIALTIES: Bodywork and Massage techniques I perform

Bodywork & Massage

  • Mobile Manual Lymphatic Drainage
  • Contouring Massage
  • C-section Scar Massage
  • Detox Massage
  • Stretch Therapy
  • Wellness Massage
  • Pregnancy Massage
  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage
  • Lymphedema
  • Swedish Massage
  • Medical Massage
  • Monthly Membership Massage
  • oncology massage
  • Post Partum Massage
  • Mobile Deep Tissue
  • Mobile Swedish Massage
  • Sports Massage
  • TMJ Medical Massage
  • Massage

Fitness

  • Lymphedema 101 - Breast Cancer Exercise Program