I am a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist licensed in Chicago, Illinois. I graduated with honors from the Chicago School of Massage Therapy. I have been an active member of the American Massage Therapy Association since June of 2002.
My unique sensitivity enables me to fine tune and craft my massage work around my client's individual needs. My strong Deep Tissue work is what draws most clients to my table but I am equally skilled at delivering a calm, relaxing Swedish massage.
I integrate years of knowledge gained from experience and education with my fine tuned skills of perception to yield a balanced massage session tailored to each client’s specific needs. I use my “intelligent touch” to locate the source of my client’s pain and to deliver therapeutic relief. I believe that deep tissue doesn’t have to be a painful experience to be effective, and truly therapeutic work begins with communication between the client and therapist.
I truly love my work and look forward to helping each and every client to improve his or her wellbeing. My experience in massage includes neuromuscular therapy techniques. I also incorporate stretching and emphasizes strengthening for optimal health.
My philosophy on Massage: As an integral part of healthy and conscious living, massage provides us with tools which lead us to an awareness of our bodies, a place to regenerate ourselves and feel renewed – Live fully and vibrantly.
My goal for the clients I work with is to bring my unique sensitivity and care for their general well being through the application of touch that is both relaxing and therapeutic. I utilize my intuition and client feedback to meet the needs of clients, alternating between the more relaxing strokes of the Swedish massage to the more focused work of Deep Tissue work.
These techniques are helpful in the body’s recovery from strenuous activity or injury, as well as promoting relaxation. My main focus is to give individuals relief from pain and stress. As massage is a holistic endeavor, Joanne engages the body, mind, and spirit to help restore clients’ balance. I am committed to continuing education to further develop skills to better serve the diverse group of clients. I feel so honored to be part of every clients’ healing process.