I've worked in healthcare for over 20 years, and I understand that stress is a primary contributor to many illnesses. Massage is a powerful tool to mitigate this risk factor; and it has become my passion.
I am a licensed massage therapist with over 700 credit hours of education through the Oregon School of Massage, plus hundreds of hours of post-graduate continuing education. I have a B.S. in Public Health from Empire State College, and a Masters of Public Health from the University of Michigan School of Public Health.
My rich background in healthcare includes rural county public health outreach, health education, and administration. I’ve performed many non-clinical functions in hospitals. Most recently, I was a clinical data analyst at Shriners Hospital for Children in Portland. I’ve also won numerous awards for my volunteer work.
To serve my clients better, I’ve completed post-graduate training and certification at the Dr. Vodder School of Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD). MLD helps move excess fluids out of swollen tissues and joints, relieving related problems; and it's an effective therapy for lymphedema.
I am a member of the Oregon Massage Therapists Association (OMTA), the North American Vodder Association of Lymphatic Therapy (NAVALT), and the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP).
I am also a member of a group of certified manual lymph drainage and combined decongestive therapists from the Oregon and Washington communities of Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Tualitin, Gresham, and Vancouver.
In addition to private practitioners like myself, all of the major hospitals with certified therapists in the area are represented in our group. We meet monthly and maintain active telephone and email communications. This group of professionals is dedicated to sharing information and approaches and expanding our knowledge and skills.
Please call me at 503-466-0581 if you have any questions. I’d love to hear from you.