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I found Rolfing some years ago when I had SI joint challenges that had me hopping around in pain after every yoga practice. A chiropractor I had been seeing referred me to a structural integrator when I found no relief from other forms of bodywork. I was fascinated by how a Rolfer looked at my body movements and was able to help me bring more awareness to compensatory patterns I had developed when I suffered a low back injury in college. The discomfort I was constantly in and the microdiscectomy I had left me stiff in my lumbars and pelvis.

It was such a dramatic change to feel freedom of movement in those areas. It was like I had regained a part of my body back into my body. I felt lighter and more upright with each session. Sometimes, I wasn't quite able to put into words the changes that were going on as my Rolfer had me walking up and down the room and doing knee bends, but I was thrilled at the possibilities that my body was open to.

Knowing what a difference it made in me, I wanted to able to share this experience with others. I spent a good portion of my life in product marketing and decided it was the right time for me to start giving back to the community in a field I am passionate about.

I love to be active - ski, tennis, yoga, kayak, rock climb, ballroom dance, occasionally you may catch me on the driving range - and understand how restrictions and injuries can hold us back from doing things we enjoy that make up a large part of our lives. Even simple activities like spending time with family and friends can become such an effort when we're not feeling connected in our bodies.

I'm a licensed and practicing Rolfer in Orange County, CA. I studied Shiatsu, orthopaedic massage, lymphatic drainage, and continue to further my training in craniosacral work, structural integration and visceral manipulation. I also certified as a NASM personal trainer so that my clients can benefit from a workout program that could support their continued growth and change in their body during and after the ten series. I highly recommend trying out a couple of sessions with a Rolfer in your area!

If you would like to find a Rolfer in your area, visit www.rolf.org .

My Profile

NCBTMB certified
Licensed by California Massage Therapy Council
Member, Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals

BODYWORK EDUCATION

Certified Advanced Rolfer
Rolf Institute of Structural Integration
( www.rolf.org )

Cranial Therapy Certification
Colorado Cranial Institute
( www.coloradocranial.com )

Complete Decongestive Therapy Certification
Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy
( www.nortonschool.com )

Shiatsu Practitioner
Level 1, 2 and 3 Foundation Program
( www.shiatsubo.com )

659-hour Professional Massage Therapy Program
Pennsylvania School of Muscle Therapy, Oaks, PA
( www.cortiva.com )

NASM-certified personal trainer
( National Academy of Sports Medicine )

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Upper Extremity, Ron Murray

Anterior Neck and Cranial Base, Ron Murray

Diaphragm, Ribs and Embryonic Midline, Ron Murray

Cervical and Shoulder Joint Restrictions, John DeMahy

Resolving Low Back Pain, John DeMahy
Wheeler Fascial Work - For Scars and Bones, Susan Wheeler
Craniosacral Therapy and the Immune Response, Upledger Institute

SomatoEmotional Release 1 & 2, Upledger Institute

CranioSacral Therapy 1 & 2, Upledger InstituteHand and Foot Instructor Training, The MELT Method

Circus as an Educational and Therapeutic Tool, Holistic Circus Therapy
Neural Manipulation: Neuromeningeal and Peripheral, Barral Institute

Neural Manipulation: Brain and Cranial, Barral Institute

Visceral Manipulation: The Thorax, Barral Institute

Visceral Manipulation: Abdomen 1 & 2, Barral Institute

Rolf Movement: The Functional Rationale of the Recipe, Monica Caspari

Cranial Sacral Therapy workshop, Jim Asher

Working with Children and Babies, Jim Asher

Core Integration (Structural-Visceral), Liz Gaggini

Fascial and Membrane Technique, Peter Schwind

Biomechanics of Alignment, Liz Gaggini ( connectivetissue.com )

Anatomy of Breath, Tom Myers

Orthopaedic Massage and Pain Management, James Waslaski

Strain-Counterstrain for the Spine, Jones Institute (jiscs.com)

Active Isolated Stretching, Aaron Mattes ( stretchingusa.com )

Orthopaedic Massage : Injury Assessment and Treatment, Ben Benjamin

Anatomy Trains : Myofascial Meridians Workshop, Tom Myers

Myofascial Release, John Barnes

Bodywork for the Childbearing Year ® Certification, Kate Jordan

Sports Massage, AMTA

Healing and Sports Stone Massage Certification, Carollanne Crichton

Yoga Anatomy, Tom Myers

Yoga as Therapy, Doug Keller

Thai Yoga Bodywork, Michael Buck

OUTREACH

Sports Massage - St. Petersburg Triathlon, FL

Shiatsu Chair Massage - Q102 sponsored event, PA

Sports Massage - 10k Christiana Care Marathon, DE

Yoga and Sports Massage - Villanova University Football Team, PA

PRIOR PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION

Product Management, Regional Banking

Business Analyst, Training and Development

Business Analyst, Debit Cards

Product Management, Stored Value and Prepaid Cards

Affiliate and Strategic Partnership Marketing

E-Business, Acquisitions and Channel Marketing

Client Server Developer, Marketing Services IS

Web Development and Design

International Industrial Event Marketing

BS in Management Information Systems, concentration in Decision Support Systems, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Diploma in Computer Studies, NCC, ICL, Malaysia