I began my massage therapy work as a part-time “side-gig” after training in Santa Cruz, California, and later expanded my education by earning my Lymphedema Therapy certification through the Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy. Prior to this work, I spent over 20 years in an unrelated corporate career but eventually made the decision to leave my less rewarding desk job to be a full-time massage and lymphatic therapist, a field where I could have a more direct and meaningful impact on people’s lives.

My path into lymphatic therapy is also deeply personal. As a breast cancer survivor, I experienced firsthand how challenging it can be to access timely, specialized post-surgical and lymphedema care. That experience shaped my commitment to this work and inspired me to help fill a gap that I saw not only for myself, but for others in my community.

My training and experience allow me to support a wide range of lymphatic system issues and post-surgical clients, particularly those seeking help with edema management and scar tissue work. I am a staunch LGBTQ+ ally, so gender-affirming surgical aftercare is especially close to my heart.

I bring both professional training and personal understanding into my practice, with the goal of providing care that is accessible, supportive, and rooted in real-life experience.

My other interests include volunteering for Trans/Pride causes and Breast Cancer support, SCUBA diving, hiking, triathlon, pickleball, crafting, reading, and spending time with my family.

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