While in the Athletic Training program at Lynchburg College my professor took a sabbatical to learn massage therapy. I had multiple medical leaves of absence from college and during one of my leaves I decided to enroll in a massage therapy school. I just didn't know how much I would love it! There is nothing more rewarding than watching pain leave the face of a patient on my table. I went to the world renowned Cayce/Reilly School of Massotherapy. Edgar Cayce and Dr. Reilly opened a holistic hospital, "The Cayce Hospital for Research and Enlightenment" in 1928. Today this building is home to the A.R.E. Health Center & Spa where they offer many of the holistic services that were originally available at the hospital. Every graduate is trained in these services and only Cayce/Reilly graduates can give a Cayce/ Reilly massage.  This massage is a combination of swedish massage, osteopathic manipulation and neuropathic massage techniques. It affects nerves, organs, glands, circulation and muscles to help aide the body rid itself of toxins. This massage is the foundation of my massage. I am most passionate and gear all my continuing education toward learning techniques to help patients who struggle with chronic pain. I understand what it is like to not be able to do what you love. I can help an athlete get back on the field or parent back to work. I also tailor my education around my patients needs. I have taken oncology massage and lymphatic drainage for very specific people. I also am empathetic to all brain injury and vertigo cases. Craniosacral therapy helped me tremendously as a TBI survivor and I love to pass on information about healing the body after a head trauma.  I am proficient in myofascial release, neuromuscular massage, sports massage, prenatal massage, cranioscaral tharapy, orthopedic massage, foot reflexology, medicupping vacuum therapy. I also enjoy educating about living a healthy lifestyle and guiding people to resources that will meet them where they are on their health and wellness journey. I believe being conscious about what we put in, on and around our body matters and directly influences our health. I am happy to share products in all aspects of daily living to help reduce body burden in your household for you and your family's health. I have a private Facebook community with educational content and resources available. If you would like to join and learn more, just ask.