It all began with growing up and learning from my family that helping others is a part of who I am.  Upon graduating from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a major in Psychology and a minor in Kinesiology, I’ve experienced my first massage. Clueless and unsure of what was going on, I knew massages were meant to feel amazing and what else could better relief stress from finals? After listening to my therapist’s journey on how she became one, I wanted to explore the idea of what it meant to change lives.  I did some research on the benefits of massage and how and why the body can simply feel so relaxed and rejuvenated simply through touch. I quickly immersed myself into the Cortiva Institute School of Massage Therapy where I was connected to a community where I learned that massage is so much more than just a feel good feeling. It’s a way for you to be in tune with your body, to be body aware, and by listening to your body; it can be a way to live a healthier lifestyle.   I always had an interest in human anatomy and how it works. I want to educate people on the benefits of massage and make an impact on peoples lives.