Tell us about your massage school and other trainings:
It all began in Santa Fe, New Mexico in 2006. While in art school at the time, I happened upon a Tai Chi/Yoga club—and something just clicked. I felt more grounded and connected to myself in a way I hadn’t before. That experience sparked a curiosity about the body’s innate ability to reset, restore, and return to balance.
Two years later, I decided to dive deeper through formal massage and bodywork training at Blue Cliff College in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Since then, I’ve worked in a variety of settings—from spas and chiropractic clinics to running my own private practice in Asheville, NC. My time working alongside chiropractors was especially formative, giving me hands-on experience with injury recovery and mobility enhancement. Each environment has helped shape how I show up for clients and continues to grow my respect for the body’s ability to adapt and heal.
What bodywork are you currently studying?
Lately, I’ve been delving into the world of fascia through myofascial release techniques. What fascinates me is how fascia holds so much—tension, patterns, even emotion. When approached with slow, broad movements, and a little patience, it can begin to lengthen and release, creating more space for the body to respond and let go. It’s a practice that continues to teach me how to listen more closely and work more intuitively with the body’s natural rhythms.
What do you want people to know about their body?
That their bodies are incredibly wise and always doing their best to support them. We live in a world that often encourages disconnection from the body, or frames it as a problem to fix—but in truth, the body is constantly communicating, adapting, and trying to heal. I believe that with the right support, time, and a little grace, the body can shift in ways that feel surprising and empowering. Even small changes can create a ripple effect—physically, emotionally, and energetically.
What do you want people to know about health and wellness?
That health and wellness aren’t about being perfect—and it’s not about eating kale every day (unless you really want to). It’s way more about figuring out what works for you, your body, and your life. Everyone’s journey looks different, and that’s totally okay.
Wellness is more like a messy, beautiful adventure than a straight path. It takes patience, a little curiosity, and a good dose of self-kindness (especially on the days when getting out of bed feels like a win). Sometimes, the best thing you can do is just rest, breathe, and cut yourself some slack.
At the end of the day, health is about balance—taking care of your body while also giving your mind and emotions the attention they deserve. When you start paying attention to what you really need, everything else tends to fall into place a bit easier.
Self-Care Advice
Keep it simple: prioritize good sleep, stay hydrated, soak up some sunlight (or take Vitamin D on those gray Idaho days...), and fuel your body with real food. Always make space for fun—joy is its own kind of nourishment.
What is your favorite system in the body?
This is a tough one, but I’d probably have to go with the respiratory system. It’s incredible how something as simple and automatic as breathing quietly supports so much—delivering oxygen to every cell, helping regulate our nervous system, and even influencing our emotional state. Breath is like a secret superpower we carry with us all the time —subtle, powerful, and always within reach.
Favorite thing to do in Sandpoint?
I’m a big fan of fresh air and good views, so Sandpoint speaks my language. On any given day, you might find me biking around Pine Street Woods, kayaking on Pend Oreille, or posted up in my hammock with a good book and no plans. Also the Farmers’ Market has definitely earned a spot in my weekly routine.