Hello!

I am Kellie Atkinson and I have been practicing massage/manual therapy techniques for over 15 years.  I am a graduate of Health Options Institute in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, where I learned to delicately integrate modern Western medicine with traditional Eastern philosophies leading to a greater state of well-being.  I truly believe in the body's innate ability to heal,so I perceive my role as that of a facilitator helping Mind, Body, and Spirit to reconnect to eliminate any "dis-ease" and to restore optimal health.

DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE DOES NOT HAVE TO HURT TO BE EFFECTIVE!!  I use a palpation skill to sink to the deep level of tissue that needs work, rather than just a heavy handed pressure that actually traps tissue on tissue causing pain and, believe it or not, can also cause tissue damage.  If you are cringing and stiffening through the entire massage due to pain,we aren't going to accomplish anything in your massage session.  Make sense? I also typically mix up different massage techniques based on what I am feeling so your therapeutic massage session can be of the fullest benefit.  My most commonly used modalities include deep-tissue massage, myofascial release, orthopedic massage,SMRT techniques, and some lymphatic drainage.  However, your body may just decide it wants a little trigger point, neuromuscular, reflexology, or Shiatsu, too.  It all gets added in...time permitting!

I must admit:  I absolutely LOVE what I do!  I appreciate you taking a moment to do your research for choosing the right therapist for you.  I hope to see you soon!

  ~Kellie