While working in the corporate world, I discovered massage therapy as an effective method of stress reduction, muscle relaxation, improved sleep and mood. At that time, I was in a similar situation as most office workers: I suffered from TMJ disorders, frequent headaches, fatigue, neck and back tension and general malaise. After a few professional massage sessions, I started to notice a change. My headaches cleared up, my neck tension started to melt, and I had more energy. I worked with my massage therapist closely, and started becoming aware of my own muscle patterns and therefore related stretches and exercises, which helped to avoid headaches and maintain flexibility. I realized that massage therapy could play a large role in keeping myself healthy and happy. When it came time to find a new job, I decided I wanted to make wellbeing my profession. I hoped then, and still hope now, that I may help others in a similar situation find relief for daily stressors, aches and pains.

In early 2010, I enrolled in the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy and completed their intensive full time course in December of that year. During that time, I received honorable mention in my hands on massage technique, pathology and anatomy courses. Upon graduation, I passed the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) exam, and was licensed to perform massage therapy in the state of Connecticut.

Since graduation, I have taken continuing education classes in various massage therapy modalities, including anatomy, Lymphatic Drainage, Clinical Orthopedic Manual Therapy, exercise technique, kinesiology, joint replacement, spinal anatomy, fascial theory and much much more! I'm constantly learning new techniques and skills to better work with my clients.