Credentials University Of Iowa Pre-med psychology 1990-19 92 University of New Mexico Pre-med Psych  1992-1993 McKinnon Body Therapy Institute SF Bay Area  2010-2012 `Sports Medicine & Deep Tissue ~Chronic Conditions & Elder Massage ~Swedish ~ Reflexology ~Shiatsu ~Craniosacral Therapy ~Chair Massage Charlotte Maxwell Clinic, Holistic Practitioners for low income cancer clients 2014-2015  Holistic Symmetry Classes 2017- 2020 ~Emotional Release ~ Lymphatic Drainage Massage ~ Adv. Cranio Systems & Structures Upledger Institute 2023 -Craniosacral Classes -Somatic Emotional Release Elotus Education for Acupuncturists 2023  -Auricular Medicine International Association of HealthCare Practitioners 2023-Present Healing Oasis- 2017- Present group of practitioners who help the community Thumbtack- Top Pro Badge in Asheville  ​ I feel we ALL have Universal Gifts; mine is Bodywork. I was saved by doctors, as in infant from a severe illness & knew at age 5 yrs old, I wanted to return that gift by helping others. At age 8yrs old, I met a reflexologist who taught me so I could help my mother with post polio symptoms. I trained for 2 years & continued to work on my family & some of her clients when she left. In University & my other jobs, I continued to do bodywork on friends, co-workers, bosses, their family & friends for supplemental income. 2010, I worked full-time in massage & bodywork . My work became my passion &  Icontinue to be a life-time student in bodywork & massage. Working on 1000"s of people, I have crafted a style that is gentle, firm, & effective from listening to clients feedback.  I focus on creating a holistic effect on the body, to give longer lasting results.  Core issues are often located in the nervous system & energy flow while the symptoms show up in the muscles & joints  (Mind, Body, Spirit). I enjoy working with people who are respectful, open-minded, courageous & committed to healing. I work with anxiety/depression, digestive issues, neck/back/hip, chronic conditions, trauma, neurological disorders, athletes who want to enhance performance, & meditators who want to connect Presence through the body.  I find deep relaxation & body presence brings one into Holistic Wellness.