Massage & Bodywork
Our body is extraordinary in function and wisdom. Like an acorn knows how to grow to a magnificent oak tree, our body knows how to heal, balance, and thrive.
Often, we feel less-than optimal because our body is simply not getting what it needs. In other words; we sabotage ourselves. A sapling oak would never purposefully deprive itself of the sunlight, water, or nutrients that it needs. But we humans do.
To a young oak; “the stronger the breeze, the stronger the tree”. Yet often, our response to stress is not to support and reinforce ourselves, but rather to distract or numb instead. Stress is an opportunity to respond, and we have the capacity to shape our responses to the stressors in our life.
A loss of connection with the amazing body we live in has dire consequences. I work with my clients to reverse that state and empower them to deepen their relationship with their body in order to improve the quality of their daily life and long-term health outcomes.
When I first discovered massage therapy I was in pain and desperate for relief. I was in college full-time and working full-time. The stress of this overloaded life was bringing regular, sometimes mind-bending headaches. I visited a local therapist on someone’s recommendation and within a few visits, my quality of life improved significantly. Not simply because of the massage, but because of what my time on the table taught me.
Almost a decade later I chose massage and bodywork as a profession – to share with others what I had experienced. Massage therapy is an extremely effective tool for enhancing well-being, deepening your relationship with your body, optimizing performance, and healing.
In addition to massage and bodywork, I have education and experience in fitness, mindfulness, and coaching (the art and science of effective conversations). I bring this broad skillset to all my sessions with clients, tailoring each session to your needs.
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Education, Certifications, Coursework, etc.
- Graduate, Baltimore School of Massage, 2001
- Orthopedic Massage Certification, Level I, II, III
- Certified Myoskeletal Therapist
- Facial Release for Structural Balance
- Advanced Deep Tissue and Myofacial Technique for the Neck & Back
- Sports Massage
- Advanced Balance, Flexibility and Stability Improvement
- Introduction to Cranial Sacral Therapy
- Advanced Anatomy & Physiology
- Structural Release and the Cranial System
- Redefining Health (Maryland University of Integrative Health)
- Somatic Coaching (Coaches Rising Institute)
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (Mindful Leader)
“Louise has been my massage therapist for 18 years and has been my source of mental and physical well-being. My hour with her every few weeks is my time of complete relaxation, a time to forget the long hours of work and commute, and repair of the physical stresses of work and play. She is the very best!”
– Dr. Patrick Murray
“You have my utmost respect. You have helped me so much and I am so much further along than I was a year ago. I never would have believed at my age I could do what I am doing. I really look forward to my workouts to push myself harder than the week before. ”
– S. Slack
“How I describe Louise? Motivational, appropriately challenging, current in techniques and information, and positive and encouraging to achieve appropriate goals. Your messages are clear and consistent. I know that I can get a great, challenging (but not impossible) workout. You almost intuitively know how far to push so that we can succeed. You help me achieve more and live better. ”
– Joyce K.
Working with Louise has helped me develop great physical and mental strength, giving me the confidence to participate in some awesome experiences, including the 56-mile bike leg of the Savageman Half-Ironman. As a mentor Louise has taught me that more than anything else it’s about the choices we make. My choice has been to take life’s difficulties and use them as stepping stones. Taking challenges with a positive attitude has shown me a better place.
I worked with Louise for many years and it was an amazing period of personal growth. She is focused on helping her clients embrace change effectively and on owning their choices. If you’ve reached that point where you’re ready to make a change, to overcome obstacles, to think, eat, or act differently then get ready; she’ll help you move.
– Dr. Leigh Clayton
I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. Not an easy thing to hear at my relatively young age of 50. I asked the doctor for 6 months to lower my blood sugar by changing my lifestyle. I realized Louise could help me. We worked together on a food and exercise plan. She asked me tough questions that made me examine my life. My results are completely mind blowing! I’ve lost 70 lbs, 50 in, and my blood sugar is completely acceptable. My doctor was floored! Louise has patiently, gently, and with a wealth of knowledge helped me come this far. My goal is to LIVE!