What sets Heather apart? Heather has been practicing bodywork since 1993. She has distinguished herself by becoming a Certified Rolfer® in Structural Integration, being awarded the National Certification for Bodywork and Massage Professionals, licensing as a Skin Care Therapist, certifying to teach yoga, as well as being one of the first to certify in Massage Therapy for the State of California. As a Certified Rolfer®, Heather holds the honor of being included in an elite group of bodyworkers who have trained extensively in the mechanics and relationships of the complex human form.

To deepen and widen her knowledge of the body/mind relationship, Heather is earning her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a Somatic Emphasis at the Santa Barbara Graduate Institute, a branch of the Chicago School of Psychology.

Heather has studied an array of body/tissue manipulation techniques, anatomy, kinesiology and physiology. She is certified in Maternity Massage and is trained as a Doula, or birth assistant, through Doulas of North America. CranioSacral Therapy, Reiki, Lymphatic Drainage, Deep Tissue, and Swedish massage are modalities Heather practices. Feldenkrais and Alexander techniques are both alignment philosophies she has spent over seven years studying and applying. Plus, Heather earned her Vinyasa Yoga teaching certification with Shiva Rea in Venice, California.

Heather is a trained movement instructor and works with clients to EXPLORE the best way to retrain the body for more efficient movement. Sometimes bodies hurt or catch in certain areas because of use and abuse. If a movement causes discomfort or pain, there is a better, more economical way to make that movement. Movement sessions can happen as an individual session or as part of a therapeutic bodywork or Rolfing session.

Since beginning her practice in 1993, Heather has worked in a variety of environments. For three years she worked in a chiropractic office with clients including accident victims, chronic pain sufferers, and abuse victims. She spent five years performing bodywork at a massage therapy center geared to rehabilitate clients and facilitate health. At a health club she performed Rolfing®, massage, and served as a Pilates instructor. Most recently, Heather taught Movement training for actors at Ashland University where she was an Assistant Professor of Theatre, and Yogalates for the A.U. Department of Recreational Services. Throughout the entirety of her bodywork career, Heather continues to operate a private Massage Therapy practice. All in all, Heather has over 10,000 hours of hands-on experience!

Whether your therapeutic goals include Rolfing, Massage Therapy, Pregnancy Massage, vocal coaching, yoga, or Movement sessions, Heather has the training, versatility, and experience to work with you toward your personal wellness plan.