I am a Licensed Massage Therapist with over 20 years of experience and a certified fitness instructor with more than 10 years in movement and dance-based fitness. Based in Durango, Colorado, I offer an integrative approach to wellness that combines therapeutic massage, mindful movement, and restorative bodywork. My areas of specialization include breathwork, stretching, Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, Thai massage, prenatal massage, reflexology, and movement-based therapies.

My journey into holistic and complementary medicine began after a car accident left me with chronic pain and intermittent neuropathy in my leg. While traditional Western medicine reassured me that my condition was neither a disease nor permanent, I was still left managing daily symptoms. In my late twenties, I discovered the profound healing benefits of massage therapy, acupuncture, and chiropractic care—an experience that transformed my relationship with my body and inspired my career in wellness.

Movement has always been central to my work. I began dancing at Barefoot Dance Studio (now J. Bo Pizza & Rib Co.), learning traditional African dance and exploring the connection between rhythm, movement, and healing. This passion led me to train in group dance classes across the United States, where I experienced a wide range of movement styles and instructors. I eventually found my home in hip-hop–inspired dance fitness and now bring that energy, strength, and joy into every class I teach.

At the Live Well Durango Wellness Studio (1537 Florida Rd. Suite 105), I provide therapeutic massage services in a calm, spa-like environment, using handcrafted, organic body butter to support skin health and relaxation. I also lead movement and fitness classes in the Smiley Building, where I encourage healthy, functional movement that builds strength, improves mobility, and uplifts the spirit.

Inspired by my own healing journey and guided by a deep respect for the body’s natural ability to heal, I continue to expand my education and skills. Through my private practice, I am committed to offering personalized massage therapy and movement instruction that supports long-term wellness, pain relief, and overall vitality.