About Me

I have been a professional Massage Therapist and Bodyworker for 25 years.  I have trained in a number of techniques. I primarily use Positional Release Massage methods along with Lymph Drainage Therapy and Chapman's Reflexes.

I am Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCTMB) and licensed by the Texas State Department of Health Services. I teach continuing education to Massage Therapists in Texas. I am also a NCBTMB continuing education provider.

I have a BA in Anthropology from Grinnell College, MA in Social/Cultural History and have taught high school social studies in the Chicago area. I recently recieved a certificate in Non-Profit Management at UTSA.

I love good food! My favorite dessert is Chocolate Eclairs.

The Psoas Muscle Causes Back and Hip Pain

The Psoas may be the most important muscle in the body. Most back pain and many other painful conditions or areas are caused by the psoas muscle. Increasingly people are searching the web to understand the relationship of the psoas to their ongoing p...

Do You Love Chocolate Eclairs?

I love Chocolate Eclairs! They are my favorite dessert. Whenever I travel, I'm always on the lookout for a great eclair. The best one I've eaten was in Madison, Wisconsin about 12 years ago. There was one in Boulder, Colorado that was also impressive...

What is Positional Release?

Positional Release is a highly effective technique that helps reduce pain and restore function to muscles, bones, and joints. In positional release the most comfortable position resets the sensors in the musculature and joints known collectively as t...

What is Lymph Drainage Therapy?

Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT) developed by French physician Bruno Chikly, is an original hands-on method that supports the proper movement of lymph through the body. LDT techniques are among the most scientifically documented, gentle and efficient ha...

Secrets of the Pelvis

This is a lens on the anatomy and function of the pelvis and interesting and surprising facts! The pelvis, or pelvic girdle, is a muscle, bone, and connective tissue structure that provides a foundation for the lower extremities, the legs and also s...

The MacBook Air Conversation

I like to read about a product before I purchase it. Should I buy the new MacBook? I'm not sure, but I want more conversation about it before I decide. This lens collects news, reviews, comments, blogs and video blogs about the new toy. I even includ...