Education
Graduated Barteltt High School in 2005, then attended UAA for four years and decided to go into Nursing. Learned an extensive amount in Anatomy and Physiology. While waiting for the position in the Nursing Program I attended The Oriental Healing Arts Center School of Massage Therapy and graduated as a Licensed Massage Therapist in fall of 2010.
Experience
At the Oriental Healing Arts Center I received training in Traditional Chinese Medicine modalities, including acupressure, moxa, and cupping. In October 2010, I joined a small group of peers on a two week training in Beijing, China in Tui na. Tui na is a form of Chinese manipulative therapy and is an integral part of East Asian health modalities used to treat an array of disorders and diseases.
I am currently pursuing certifications in Myofascial Release with courses in Whiplash, Head and Neck already accomplished. I also have two continuing education courses coming up in Shiatsu and Structural Work for the Rib Cage and Thorax.
Specialty
Swedish & Acupressure
License & Certification
Licensed Massage Therapist graduated from Oriental Healing Arts Center
Certificate in Chinese Medicine – Tui na from Training Center of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences
Personal Interests
I love to travel and experience new places and meet new people, it is definitely one of my passions. I have traveled to Northern Europe, South America, and China with Australia and Thailand on my list of places to go next. I also love the outdoors and enjoy getting out into the beautiful Alaskan wilderness by hiking, camping, fishing, 4-wheeling and going to my cabin. In the winters I try to stay active by snowboarding and snowmachining.
