Hi!

I'm Anna

Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I have always enjoyed helping people feel better and I hope I can do the same for you.

I was born with hip dysplasia and had many losses in my life. I feel like the pain I've endured helps me to better understand and help others in pain. I've been told I have a soothing voice and a calming presence which I feel really helps people who suffer from stress, anxiety, and other trauma responses. I like to calm the body and mind down so that it can heal itself as I feel it was meant to but forgets sometimes.

Trust and open communication are very important to me. I provide a healing space free of judgement. If you let me know what you need and I don't feel like I'm a good fit for you I'll let you know and possibly even find you something better suited to your needs.

I look forward to helping you live pain-free.

Bio

  • Credentials: MAS-2521

  • Education: Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified BodyMind Bridge Hypnotherapist, Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology

  • School: AICM, BodyMind Bridge Hypnotherapy, EWU, and more.

  • Certificates: Thai massage, craniosacral levels 1, 2, and 3, BodyMind Bridge Hypnotherapy, structural release of the hip, ashiatsu, lowering the bar (combination of ashiatsu and thai massage), and many more.

In addition to my massage and hypnotherapy therapy practice, I also enjoy singing, playing piano, reading, dancing, movies, making and enjoying good food, spending time with good people and animals, and traveling. I grew up here and hope to give back to the community that raised me in ways that share my gifts and possibly even help others realize their own.

I have always loved learning. I studied piano, voice, and music composition through private lessons, choir teachers, and at NIC and BSU. I am continuously looking for new skills and/or techniques to improve myself and my practice. I always want to serve my clients with the highest standard of care.

I have a bachelor of arts degree from EWU in psychology and while I found the study very interesting I didn't feel I could help people in the way that I wanted in that field. I was often massaging peoples shoulders and things while in work or school and I'd been doing that for as long as I can remember. So, I went to AICM for massage therapy and found where I was meant to be all along. Combining massage therapy with hypnotherapy gives me and my clients a body-mind connection that I feel gives a more complete treatment option especially for those suffering from stress, anxiety, burnout, or other trauma based reactions of the body and mind.

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 FAQs

  • Do I have to get naked?

    It depends on what kind of massage you are getting and sometimes the therapist you are working with:

    Deep tissue, Swedish, Hot Stone, Ashiatsu, and most types of massage it is recommended that you remove everything and the therapist will use a sheet to keep you from being exposed. I use several styles where the client stays fully dressed in loose fitting or easy to move in/breathable clothing so I can usually work around things if necessary.

    Thai massage, craniosacral, lymphatic drainage and some other styles you stay fully dressed in loose/easy to move in clothing.

  • Will it hurt?

    Massage does not have to hurt to be effective. In fact some of the deepest techniques are the most gentle feeling. If your muscles tense up then it won't be an effective treatment. Don't be afraid to speak up if you need more or less pressure. You know what you feel and I would rather you enjoy the experience and your muscles are able to relax. Let me or any therapist know what you need and if you feel uncomfortable in any way. The best therapists will work with you to get the best care according to your preferences and their skills. If you have open communication and your therapist still can't give you what you need then don't be afraid to find another therapist.

  • Will you put me to sleep and make me do weird things?

    Unlike stage acts and commonly portrayed hypnosis on tv and movies, hypnotherapy won't make you do anything you don't want to do. It is more like a guided meditation where you are guided into your subconscious to heal from old hurts and retrain unhelpful thinking patterns.

  • Gratuities for massage.

    It depends on where you are. In many countries they are insulted by tips and in others they are insulted by no tips. Generally in this area it depends on the setting. In doctors offices and some chiropractic offices therapists are not allowed to accept tips. In spas tips are encouraged because the therapist makes a percentage or base amount and sometimes even rely on tips for the bulk of their paycheck. In solo practices it depends on the therapist. I set my prices to pay my bills so I don't rely on tips but I won't turn them away either.