About Anna
I’m an engineer-turned bodyworker who has a knack for rooting out the cause of your muscle pain.
Thanks for stopping by!
I bet you and your body have been through a lot together. Sometimes it works so well that you feel on top of the world. Other times, it’s all you can do to get out of bed. My goal is to help you move your body easier so you can have more “I can do anything” type of days.
How?
When I look at how you sit, stand and move, the gears in my head start turning. Each body structure is like a puzzle waiting to be solved. I can see which muscles are working well and which ones need to be released.
As I help you stretch and release your muscles, you’ll become more aware of how you’re helping and hindering your body, so you can figure out how to help your body heal.
How did it help me?
I’m a runner who’s sat at a desk for way too many hours and gotten injured from ramping up my training a little too fast. Walking more, working out less and taking ibuprofen didn’t always help my body heal.
When I experienced this kind of bodywork, it completely transformed my body. I could move easier, with way less tension. I used to joke that I’d petrify in place if I wasn’t moving around.
But, this kind of work allowed me to sit at my desk job and then get up and have a great run. I also slept better too. The best part is the connections I feel between arms and legs, hips and back, neck and trunk allow me to be more proactive about taking care of my body.
How did I get into this?
I started my massage therapy in 2004 to get a more intuitive connection to complement my day job of coding and handling data. In 2006, I began studying Structural Integration where I learned how patterns and habits affect how a body functions. Did you know that the source of your knee problems could come from your feet or hip?
Massage gave me an endless supply of problems to solve with the joy of connecting with people. In 2021, I decided to make massage my career. My focus is on body alignment using Myofascial techniques, active stretching and deep tissue.
I’m passionate about helping my clients become more aware of their body and getting their bodies moving again with greater ease.
Why choose me?
I love talking anatomy, so if you’re curious to know “What’s that muscle?”, then I’m your gal
You’ll get a new understanding of your body and how it moves. My ultimate goal is to help you help yourself.
You might have daily habits and patterns that are causing you problems. We can figure out what they are, and find a solution.
Want to figure out the source of the problem? You might just need an engineer for that.
That aha moment when your body unwinds and you realize that your body can move further than it’s ever done before.
I’ve been doing this work for years, and recently went full-time because I love working with people this way.
Fun Facts About Me
I have a BS in computer engineering and used to handle spacecraft data for NASA missions.
The mac terminal is my friend
I’ve been running since I was 3 years old when my parents entered me in a baby fun run.
My favorite running distance is a 30K. I’m thinking about doing BTR’s 4-day with a goal of 100miles.
I’m a big believer in alternative, affordable housing. Tiny homes are awesome!
I’ve been a Toastmasters member since 2011 and can now deliver an amazing talk at a moment’s notice without breaking a sweat.