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About My Massage Therapy Work

My work with the body began in 1999, immediately after high school, and has remained the foundation of everything I do. For over two decades, massage therapy has been my primary language—one built through thousands of hours of hands-on experience, deep listening, and respect for the body’s innate intelligence.

I began my career in Cincinnati at Identity Hair Salons and Spas, where I was introduced to clinical consistency, professionalism, and the art of caring for people across all walks of life. Early on, I pursued extensive training in neuromuscular approaches (though I am not formally certified), which strongly shaped how I assess tension patterns, chronic pain, and compensatory holding in the body.

In 2009, I opened my own private practice, working alongside Dr. John Cawley and supporting his chiropractic clients with focused, results-oriented bodywork. As my practice grew, I expanded into mobile and in-home massage, eventually working with professional and elite athletes from organizations including the Cincinnati Bengals, Arizona Cardinals, Cleveland Browns, and the Las Vegas Raiders.

In 2013, I opened a dedicated office on the east side of Cincinnati, where I practiced for over a decade. From 2013 to 2024, I became especially known for my work in pain reduction, chronic headaches, neck and shoulder dysfunction, deep tissue work, and sports-related issues. Clients often sought me out after “trying everything else,” particularly when pain was persistent, complex, or stress-related.

In 2024, I closed my Cincinnati practice and relocated to North Carolina with my family. After becoming licensed in North Carolina, I reopened my massage practice in 2025—initially in service to those impacted by Hurricane Helene and the first responders who carried the weight of that crisis. That chapter reaffirmed what has always been central to my work: creating space for people who are over-functioning, depleted, and rarely on the receiving end of care.

Today, my massage work is deeply informed by my training as a somatic trauma coach. I specialize in supporting clients with chronic neck and head tension, stress-related pain, and nervous-system overload—patterns that often live at the intersection of physical strain and emotional demand. Many of my clients find me because anxiety, hyper-vigilance, or long-term stress shows up in their bodies, and they are seeking relief that feels both grounding and respectful.

My goal is simple and intentional: to offer skilled, attuned bodywork that allows the nervous system to soften, the body to be supported, and the person on the table to rest—sometimes for the first time in a long time.

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  • My work is especially supportive for people who live in a high state of responsibility or stress—caregivers, professionals, first responders, athletes, parents, and anyone who tends to over-function. Many of my clients experience chronic neck and head tension, stress-related pain, headaches, or anxiety that shows up physically in the body.

  • While relaxation is often a result, my work is more intentional and clinically informed than a standard spa massage. I focus on how tension patterns form, how the nervous system responds to touch, and how to support the body in letting go safely rather than forcing release through pressure alone.

  • Yes. I’m well known for deep and effective work, but I don’t believe depth should come from force. Pressure is always adjusted to your body’s ability to receive it. Sustainable relief comes from working with the nervous system, not against it.

  • It means your session is paced, responsive, and consent-based. I pay attention to breath, muscle response, and signs of holding or guarding. The goal is to help your body shift out of constant alertness and into a state where real release can occur.

  • Many people find my work helpful when anxiety or chronic stress shows up as tight muscles, jaw tension, headaches, or shallow breathing. I do not diagnose or treat mental health conditions, but I do support the body in settling, which often brings a sense of calm and relief.

  • No. You are always welcome to share if it feels helpful, but it is not required. Your body communicates plenty on its own, and your session can be quiet, grounded, and focused entirely on rest and physical support.

  • I frequently work with chronic neck and shoulder tension, headaches and migraines, sports-related strain, stress-related pain, and long-term muscular holding patterns. Many clients come to me after other approaches haven’t fully helped.

  • Trauma-informed care means I prioritize choice, consent, clear communication, and respect for your body’s signals. It does not mean therapy or processing trauma during massage. Your nervous system sets the pace.

  • We’ll begin with a brief intake to understand your goals, areas of concern, and preferences around pressure and communication. From there, the session is focused, grounded, and responsive. Many first-time clients comment on feeling both deeply relaxed and physically supported.

  • Massage and somatic coaching are separate services. However, my understanding of the nervous system informs how I work with the body. Some clients appreciate that integration; others come strictly for massage. Both are welcome.

  • That depends on your goals. Some clients come for regular maintenance or nervous system support, while others schedule sessions during periods of higher stress or pain. We can discuss what feels realistic and supportive for you.