Tarja Anchor

Therapeutic Medical Massage -Crystal Lake

Licensed Massage Therapist LMT
Certified Medical Massage Practitioner MMP
Certified Lymphedema Therapist CLT
Certified FMT (Fascial Movement Taping) Practitioner
Holistic Health Practitioner HHP

Trained at Perheniemen Evankelinen Opisto & First Institute.INC
Currently studying at IQUIM University on track DNM to PhD (Doctorate in Natural Medicine to PhD).

I received my holistic health training mostly in Finland at Perheniemi Evangelic College where I studied Kajava Therapy (Deep Tissue Massage and M...

Licensed Massage Therapist LMT
Certified Medical Massage Practitioner MMP
Certified Lymphedema Therapist CLT
Certified FMT (Fascial Movement Taping) Practitioner
Holistic Health Practitioner HHP

Trained at Perheniemen Evankelinen Opisto & First Institute.INC
Currently studying at IQUIM University on track DNM to PhD (Doctorate in Natural Medicine to PhD).

I received my holistic health training mostly in Finland at Perheniemi Evangelic College where I studied Kajava Therapy (Deep Tissue Massage and Myofascial Release) and many holistic health modalities; diet therapies, vitamin/mineral and herbal therapies, spa therapies, Bach Flower Remedies and Aroma Therapy. I graduated as Holistic Nutritional Counselor and later on as Holistic Health Practitioner. In USA I studied Massage Therapy at Firstinstitute.INC, Crystal lake and graduated as a Licensed Massage Therapist. Currently I am continuing my studies of Natural Medicine at IQUIM University. My goal is to graduate next year as a Doctor of Natural Medicine (DNM).


Since 2002 I have been proving my services as Health Coach consulting clients, friends, and family about natural approach to their health.

I am passionate about natural health, holistic medicines, and therapies. I believe great physical, mental, and spiritual health can be better achieved and maintained with natural non-invasive methods. There is a place for allopathic health care, naturally, but unfortunately the focus is on chemical intervention causing many serious unnecessary side effects and even deaths. The root cause of the problem is ignored, or it is not understood. Many health problems can be prevented with gentle natural holistic methods and changes of habits and diet.

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Where I Work
Available Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Advanced Medical Massage Clinic
275

2600 Behan Rd.

Crystal Lake, IL 60014

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Licenses
Massage

IL # 227014335

Education
2012

First Institute: Massage Program

Licensed Massage Therapist

1998

Perheniemen Evankelinen Opisto

Holistic Health Practitioner

2021

LMT SUCCESS GROUP

Masters - Advanced Medical Massage

2021

LMT Success Group

Advanced Lymphatic Drainage

2022

LMT Success Group

Massage Cupping

2022

University of Wisconsin - College of Health Sciences

Comprehensive Lymphedema and Venous Edema Management

Experience
Bodywork

Medical

Holistic Health Practitioner, HHP Certified Medical Massage Provider Certified In Fascial Movement Taping, FMT Currently studying at IQUIM University on track DNM to PhD (Doctorate in Natural Medicine to PhD).

REVIEWS for my Bodywork, Fitness, or Spa services

by Erika on Feb 17
Truly enjoy coming back to Tarja! Her deep tissue massages are amazing along with the dry suction. I ask her to focus more in a certain area and she never fails to amaze me with her skilled hands and techniques. She gives me very good suggestions and educates me on posture and tips for improvement. Will be back soon (:
by Jane on Feb 02
Tarja is the best massage therapist I've ever had.
by Ryan on Feb 02
I had an incredible experience with Tarja and will definitely be back. She’s very professional, talented and knowledgeable, and provided a relaxing environment. No matter what service you choose you won’t be disappointed.
by Rosemary on Jan 27
I have been privileged to be a patient of Tarja for 10 years. I have been able to stop taking any kind of pain relief drugs ever since I started treatments with Tarja. Tarja is outstanding with sharing her wealth of knowledge and keeping me healthy. Tarja will help you become the best that you can be. Her approach is kindness, and she is truly invested in your health and well-being. It is very important to maintain your health, therefore I find it necessary to see Tarja on a regular basis for a medical massage. Being pro-active with your health saves money and keeps you from paying high medical bills and taking drugs. She truly is the best.
by Teri on Jan 06
Tarja is amazing. Anytime I’m in pain, I always walk out feeling so much better. She keeps me mobile….
by Anonymous on Jan 04
Because it really works
by Anonymous on Dec 25
A treatment with Tarja is indeed a TREAT. I feel like a new person after. Highly recommend!!
by John on Dec 16
Second session for lower back issues. great results with vietually no back pain 2 days after the session. Tarja reco on exercises to perform between the 2 sessions were also appreciated.
by Cheryl on Dec 15
Go to Tarja!
by Lori on Dec 08
Excellent therapist, very knowledgeable!

SPECIALTIES: Bodywork and Massage techniques I perform

Bodywork & Massage

  • Deep Tissue
  • Swedish Massage
  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage
  • Neuromuscular Massage
  • Mobile Deep Tissue
  • IASTM
  • Pregnancy Massage
  • Aroma Therapy
  • Cryotherapy
  • Therapeutic Massage
  • Medical Massage
  • Dry Cupping
  • Cupping Methods
  • Myoskeletal Alignment
  • Other
  • Kajava Therapy

Fitness

  • Other

Spa

  • Other

Coaching

  • Other

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Advanced Medical Massage Clinic

2600 Behan Rd.

Crystal Lake, IL 60014

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