Originally from Indiana, I spent my early 20's clarifying my professional calling and seeking a place that I could call home. Always drawn to the fascinating world of human psychology, with a strong interest in understanding " how we become who we are", I graduated from Antioch College in 1997 with my BA in psychology.
My undergraduate education and personal experience as a client of various styles of therapy gave rise to my curiosity about how the body fit in with more traditional psychology. I began to envision a career that allowed me to be with people in way that encouraged body, mind and heart all joining together towards healing and deepening one's inner exploration & growth.
My undergraduate education and personal experience as a client of various styles of therapy gave rise to my curiosity about how the body fit in with more traditional psychology. I began to envision a career that allowed me to be with people in way that encouraged body, mind and heart all joining together towards healing and deepening one's inner exploration & growth.
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This highly collaborative therapeutic modality incorporates hands-on work in the form of massage, structural work, movement and body awareness. Clients generally remained clothed for these sessions. With this style of bodywork, mindfulness is a key ingredient. Mindfulness, as used in this setting, is "assisted self study": we take the time to simply allow & study the client's experience before we "do" anything about it.
Reviews (9)
Amy L. Robinson Cpa
Sep 01, 2020
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Pam De Pena
Oct 14, 2018
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Lois Ziemann
Nov 17, 2017
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Melissa is an extremely skilled massage therapist, with a wealth of well-honed techniques in her bag. Every time I go, she figures out new ways of easing the tension in my "computer neck" and working out all of the other nobs in my back. I love her selection of oils, hot stones, and lavender-scented eye pillows. (And she even heats your socks up before sliding them back on your feet at the end of the session - the definition of pampering!)
Cathy Harper
Oct 11, 2017
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WOW! How I wish I had discovered Melissa earlier! Have been searching for a massage therapist since moving to the area full time a couple years ago. Melissa is intuitive, experienced, knowledgeable.....[I could go on and on]. Forget the overpriced spas in the area. Melissa is genuinely interested in helping you achieve wellness. You will leave each session feeling calmer, more relaxed, and ready to tackle whatever the world presents. She is the "real deal"!
Nancy Madsen
Oct 04, 2017
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Melissa is a total GEM: she's a masterful masseuse and a wonderful person who skillfully welcomes you into an atmosphere of light and peace. She listens well and adjusts treatment accordingly within each session: her knowledge of he human body, ability to communicate with sore bones and muscles and tissues, and insight about practices and experiences that contribute to wholeness never fail to astonish me. Melissa combines those gifts with experienced practice, gentle strength and intentional presence. These allow the space and prompting the body needs to respond and soak in healing. A session with
Dana Wilson
Sep 11, 2017
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Melissa has a gift! I've been receiving regular massages for years in other cities I've lived in and I was delighted to find Melissa and her cozy studio in Ridgway when I relocated to the area. Melissa always takes the time to hear about what is happening in your life and how your body is feeling - something many other practitioners overlook - the mind/body connection. Melissa has not only helped relieve muscle tension, aches and pains, etc. but has helped me learn more about my body and feel more at home in my own skin.
Patty McCormick
Aug 31, 2017
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Rebecca Kindred
Jun 21, 2017
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Karen Mortazavi
May 18, 2017
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Melissa takes a lot of time to hear about your physical issues and goals for your massage. She's very talented and my massage was both physically healing and enjoyable. (In my experience, those don't always go together.) I also liked the oils she used and her location. I highly recommend Melissa for both healing and relaxation massasges.
