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About My Lymphatic Practice
My lymphatic practice encompasses a range of specialized services, including Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) for wellness, pre- and post-surgical recovery, lymphedema, and lipedema. I am also trained in The Perrin Technique for Fibromyalgia, Post-COVID Syndrome, and Chronic Fatigue, and I have developed Systemic Flow Therapy®, my trademarked protocol designed to treat the deep lymphatic system by addressing restrictions around the organs of the digestive system and within the body’s three main cavities.

I hold certifications from distinguished institutions that require rigorous training, professional experience, and extensive hands-on evaluations to ensure the highest standards of care.

I absolutely love the combination of MLD and manual therapy with Cranial Sacral techniques.  The connective tissue between the cranium and the sacrum holds tremendous possibilities.  Migraine, stress, trauma, Central Nervous system disorders, sleep disorders as well as post-concussion symptoms benefit from this amazing combination.  Want just the hands-on part? I can do that, too.  But I promise when you feel the combined therapy, you will have found a healing place that is beyond anything you have felt before. Special prices for packages as this therapy is best performed in a series.

I also integrated sound and light therapies to my protocols. I have taken advanced study on CST brain therapy as well which is highly effective for cellular connection and facilitating lymphatic drainage of the brain and spinal cord. It is an amazing session that promotes deep healing and relaxation.

Pre- and Post-Surgical Care
Pre- and post-surgical care that integrates Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), manual therapy, and Physical Therapy can make a profound difference in both healing time and comfort. These treatments are essential not only for reducing pain and swelling but also for supporting optimal, long-term results.

Whether you’re recovering from orthopedic, spinal, or plastic/aesthetic surgery, you can rest assured that you’re in experienced hands. With over 36 years of clinical experience and advanced training in Post-Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery care, I am dedicated to providing the highest level of personalized treatment to meet your unique needs.

It is truly an honor to become part of your recovery team—helping you heal faster, move easier, and restore balance from the inside out.

Myofascial release are a type of  manual fascial stretches  that manipulate the largest connective system in the body.  Every structure in your body is encased in fascia and restrictions in this structure can lead to distortions in your posture, your mobility and cause pain and debility.   Soft tissue mobilization is utilized to restore  mobility and improve alignment of your structural system.  Whether you have a single problem area, want to improve your posture or improve your mobility overall, Myofascial therapy can restore the function by balancing the structural system. Often times restoring mobility is the answer to relieving you of chronic pain and poor postural patterns. Often used in conjunction with Neuromuscular therapy to achieve the ultimate balance.

Scar Therapy
Scar Therapy is a unique treatment approach that combines the precision of acupuncture points with advanced modalities such as microcurrent, light, and sound therapy to release the stagnant and adhesive nature of scar tissue. Whether the scar is new or old—external or internal—remarkable changes can occur as these therapies help restore mobility, circulation, and flow within the tissue.

With years of experience in scar and adhesion work, I’ve witnessed profound improvements in pain reduction, range of motion, and overall function. Old injuries, surgical scars, and internal adhesions can all be addressed through this process. Research continues to confirm what many of us see in practice—releasing scar tissue can be the missing link in restoring function and optimizing lymphatic and neurological communication.

By integrating manual and movement therapy into each session, we further enhance recovery, promote balance, and help the body return to its natural state of ease and vitality.

The goal of Swedish Massage is to melt away muscle tension and increase the blood flow to your heart. Swedish Massage is extremely therapeutic as it decreases muscle toxins, increases oxygen levels in the blood, and improves flexibility in the body. This basic practice is popular for those that just want to relax and rejuvenate. For the ultimate experience add hot stones to your session. Additional time for reflexology, extended head and neck massage or a mini cranial session is a perfect way to complete your relaxation journey. Choose 60 or 90 minutes and enjoy a customized massage session on my heated adjustable table with essential oils, relaxing music and sound and light therapy upgrades at no additional charge.

Assisted Stretching Therapy
Let’s face it—not everyone feels flexible, and when the body isn’t moving freely, stretching can become a challenge. Passive, skilled stretching can make all the difference, whether performed on its own or combined with manual therapy or stone therapy for deeper release.

Each session is tailored to your body’s unique needs. It can be gentle and restorative or invigorating and energizing, depending on your goals. Assisted stretching helps improve mobility, increase circulation, and relieve muscular tension—all while allowing you to fully relax as your body is guided through safe, supported movement.

With over 36 years of experience in Physical Therapy, I combine clinical precision with intuitive care to help you achieve greater freedom of movement and overall well-being.

Stone Therapy
Stone Therapy is a deeply restorative treatment that integrates the use of smooth, natural stones—both heated and room temperature—with soothing oils and massage techniques. The warmth of the stones helps relax tight muscles, ease tension, and promote overall balance, while cooler stones and gua sha-style tools are used to stimulate circulation and enhance fascial release.

Stones may be applied to specific areas to assist in muscle release or incorporated throughout the session to warm the tissues before stretching or deeper work. I love adding this modality to sessions for clients who carry chronic tension or simply wish to deepen their relaxation experience.

Stone Therapy is available as an add-on to any session and beautifully complements manual and lymphatic therapies for optimal tissue and energetic flow

Postural Restoration Program
This individualized program is designed to address the underlying causes of poor posture and the pain and dysfunction that often accompany it. Through a personalized combination of corrective exercises, targeted stretches, manual therapy, and functional movement protocols, we work to restore upright posture, balance, and optimal body mechanics for long-term health and performance.

Kinesio taping may be applied to assist in normalizing movement patterns and joint positioning. Sessions can also address orthopedic alignment, joint mobility, and gait patterning to promote improved coordination and stability.

A minimum of six sessions is recommended to achieve lasting results. Packages are available for those committed to their postural health and overall well-being.

NeuroMuscular Re-Education
The muscular and nervous systems are intricately connected—each muscle has the ability to either facilitate or inhibit movement. Over time, life’s physical and emotional stresses—such as repetitive motion, overuse, injury, or trauma—can create imbalances within these systems. These imbalances often lead to postural distortion, protective (guarding) patterns, gait irregularities, poor balance, and reduced coordination. The result is frequently chronic pain, poor motor control, and a cycle of compensations that can perpetuate pain syndromes.

Through a series of individualized sessions, we can identify which muscles are overactive or underactive and restore proper function and communication between your muscles and nervous system. When combined with microcurrent therapy and Kinesio taping, this treatment helps retrain movement patterns, alleviate pain, and bring the body back into neuromuscular balance and harmony.

Personalized Therapeutic Sessions
Each person comes to the table with different needs—some simply need time to relax and unwind, while others are seeking relief from pain, restrictions, or areas of tension. Some clients wish to complement their current therapy regimen with additional hands-on work.

Your personalized session is designed around your goals and intentions. Together, we can combine a variety of modalities such as Swedish Massage, Myofascial Release, Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), Stone Therapy, or Craniosacral work to create the ideal treatment for your body’s needs.

Every session is truly unique—you set the intention, and I follow your lead to support your body’s natural rhythm and healing process.

Physical Therapy Services
In addition to my massage and practice, I hold a professional license in Physical Therapy and am partnered with Integrative Physical Therapy to provide services both privately and through Medicare. These sessions are available at my office location, with limited availability for in-home visits.

My background in Physical Therapy spans surgical recovery, back pain, movement disorders, balance training, and postural restoration. Each session is customized to the individual, integrating manual therapy, Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), craniosacral therapy, and other therapeutic modalities as needed to address pain and restore function.

By offering a truly one-to-one, personalized approach, I am able to provide high-quality care without the constraints often found in larger or corporate PT settings—allowing for a deeper, more integrative healing experience.