I am a Licensed Massage Therapist, wife and mom of four great kids. While I treat all ages, men and women, my particular passion is supporting moms and babies.

I grew up in a large family with a midwife mom, so birth and babies were a part of daily life. As my own children were born, I learned the value of gentle compassionate care during those early days and week. Now that my children are adults, I have a strong desire to help provide care and support for other new moms.

About Me

My Approach

There is no cookie-cutter approach to this work. Our bodies change from day to day and are affected by many factors, so every session is different. I honor the body’s innate wisdom and never try to force the fascia system to respond in a specific way. Sessions are calm and slow, allowing the body time to release restrictions in its own time and its own way.

How I Found This Work

People often ask, “I’ve never even heard of fascia — what got you started in this work?” or something similar.

My first introduction to fascia was in 2017 when I came across a book by Ashley Black called The Cellulite Myth: It’s Not Fat, It’s Fascia.

Ashley Black described fascia, a body system I’d never heard of before, despite being a Certified Nursing Assistant and growing up with a midwife mom. I was intrigued by this “new” system and its impact on our bodies and lives. After reading the book, I started paying attention to my own fascia and sharing what I learned with family and friends. I bought Ashley Black’s fascia tools and began experimenting on myself and anyone willing to let me. Everywhere I went, I observed people and started noticing signs of restricted fascia like neck stiffness, rounded or uneven shoulders, misaligned or rotated hips, knees or ankles, etc.

In 2020, I learned about John Barnes Myofascial Release (MFR) and attended my first MFR training course. I fell in love with this gentle, intuitive way of supporting the body to heal and immediately began implementing the MFR principles.

My Training

My work is grounded primarily in John Barnes Myofascial Release, which I have studied extensively over six years through more than a dozen specialized trainings. I also draw from my certifications in Lori Hendrickson Craniosacral Therapy, Gillespie Approach Craniosacral Fascial Therapy and Ashley Black Fasciology. In addition, I received certification as a Clinical EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Practitioner. EFT Tapping is a trauma-informed healing modality.

Here are photos with some of the people who most influence my treatment style. A full list of certifications and continuing education appears below.

In class with John Barnes, 2021.

Ashley Black Fasciology Training

Ashley Black Fasciology Training

Gillespie Approach Craniosacral Fascial Therapy Training

Gillespie Approach Craniosacral Fascial Therapy Training

Lori Hendrickson CST Training

Lori Hendrickson CST Training

    • Licensed Massage Therapist - State of Idaho

    • Certified Nursing Assistant - State of Idaho

    • Myofascial Release 1

    • Fascial-Pelvis MFR

    • MFR Unwinding

    • Women’s Health MFR

    • Myofascial Release 2

    • Pediatric Myofascial Release

    • Cervical-Thoracic MFR

    • MFR Rebounding

    • Advanced MFR Unwinding

    • MFR Fascial Cranium

    • Myofascial Mobilization

    • Myofascial Healing Seminar

    • 40-hour Skill Enhancement at John Barnes Therapy Center

    • Equine Myofascial Release (yes, horses!)

    • MFR Quantum Leap

    • Therapy for the Therapist at John Barnes Therapy Center

    • Gillespie Approach Craniosacral Fascial Therapy - Foundations (adult)

    • Gillespie Approach Craniosacral Fascial Therapy - Infants

    • DONA Postpartum Doula Certification with Additional Training for Twins/Multiples

    • Fascia Advancement Academy with Ashley Black

    • Lori Henrickson Craniosacral Therapy Training

    • Clinical EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Practitioner

    • Current CPR Certification for Adults and Infants