I was trained in Hilo, Hawaii and originally and licensed in 1987, with additional studies in Tenri, Japan and in Chiang Mai, Thailand. I blend different modalities to suit the individual needs of the client.

 

I have training specifically in these modalities:

Lomi Lomi - A traditional massage from Hawaii that cleanses, invigorates and soothes the body/mind.

 

So Tai Shiatsu - Japanese style massage based on clearing and balancing the body following points on the meridians. Shiatsu literally means finger pressure.

 

Acupressure - Using pressure on different acupuncture points on the body.  Reflexology recuperative work on the hands and the feet to relax and rejuvenate the entire body.  

 

Myofascial release - Trigger point therapy on different parts or "hot pockets" on the body to achieve relaxation and promote health and well- being.  

 

Thai Massage - An ancient way of using pressure and stretches to relieve tension and achieve relaxation, balance and well-being.

 

I have been licensed and certified to practice massage therapy since 1986. —Mary Ellen

My Certifications and Schooling:

• East West School of Massage, Hilo Hawaii 1986. Instructors: Jeffrey Dann and Dane Silva
• Tenrikyo Tenri/Nara, Japan 1989. Sensei: Tadamasa Fukaya
• Paradise Aromatics of Hawaii 1993. Instructor: Ajith Souza
• Bodywork Techniques Lahaina, Maui 1994. Teacher: Dominique Shelton
• Reiki I and II, Park City, Utah 1995. Master: Randall Hayward
• Certified Doula, Salt Lake City, Utah 1997
• Oriental Natural Energetics, Salt Lake City, Utah 2001. Reiki Master: Usui Shiki Ryoho; teachers Larry Dillenbeck, Dr. Elliott Diamond
• Traditional Thai Massage, Chiang Mai, Thailand 2004 - Instructor: Khun Lek Chaiya.