I graduated with honors, from the Soma Institute for Clinical Massage Therapy, in Chicago, in 2006.  The Soma program is 750 class hours, including extensive coursework in anatomy, pathology, physiology and kinesiology, an hands-on training in various modalities.  Hands-on work included protocols to address specific postural dysfunctions, overuse injuries and pain management, as well as practical experience at the student clinic and the Northwestern Hospital Oncology unit.

Since graduation I have worked to build my clientele independently, as well as at the Galter Life Center, the fitness and rehabilitatative center for Swedish Covenant Hospital.  Volunteer work includes massage for competitors at the finish line as well as the medical tent at mile 18 for the Chicago Marathon in 2005 and 2006.

I currently reside in Santa Barbara, CA where I am re-building my clientele.

Licenses and Associatios:
AMTA - American Massage Therapy Association. Insured through the AMTA
NCBTMB Certified
Licensed in the city of Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County, and Goleta, CA, and in the state of Illinois.

Other experience and education:
International marketing, strategy and market development professional
BA International Affairs: George Washington University
MBA Thunderbird, the American Graduate School of International Management.