Abigail Colin Fernandez
Clifton,NJ
Summary
Attentive Massage Therapist student with 1 year of experience implementing myriad approaches to physical and mental restoration. Matches optimal therapeutic techniques to reported symptoms. Skilled professional ameliorating pain and renewing body and mind. Compassionate therapist with sincere and warm approach to massage. Contributes to supportive team environment to advance massage skills and education. Dedicated to promoting health, healing and well-being through therapeutic massage remedies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Massage Therapist
One Eleven Spa and Aesthetics
Hackensack, NJ
May.2023 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Worked flexible hours during the week and weekend and occasional shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Student Massage Therapist
Ori Health And Healing Center
04.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology to better understand body and inform massage techniques.
- Adhered to professional standards of practice and ethics for massage therapy.
- Provided adaptive and flexible framework for each individual client.
- Researched new techniques to stay up to date with trends and developments in massage therapy industry.
- Created comfortable and professional environment for clients by setting up massage tables and preparing treatment area.
- Addressed mobility limitations and generalized pain originating from muscle tightness through deep tissue massage techniques.
- Assessed medical histories and conditions of clients to determine contraindications to massage services.
- Provided clear, concise instructions to clients to prepare for massage services.
- Reduced or eliminated muscular stress and tightness through Swedish massage, implementing variety of stroke lengths, rhythms, and intensities to optimize relaxation.
- Educated clients on health and wellness benefits of Type massage, essential oils and stress-reduction techniques.
- Utilized deep tissue, Swedish and myofascial massage therapy techniques to provide options to customers.
- Offered aromatherapy, hot stones and cupping as part of massage treatments.
- Implemented reflexology, manipulating feet of patients to relieve symptoms throughout body and restore total-body balance.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfactions and build rapport.
- Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
- Evaluated client conditions to recommend appropriate massage therapy methods.
- Collaborated with physical therapists and other medical professionals to provide holistic care.
Education
Massage Therapist - Massage Therapy
Ori Health And Healing Center
4405 Bergenline Ave. Union City, NJ 07087Reiki Master - Holistic Health
Orihealth And Healing Center
4405 Bergenline Ave. Union City, NJ 0708701.2022
Skills
- Customer Experience
- Social Skills
- Student Training
- Psychology
- Therapeutic Services
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
- Aromatherapy and Reflexology
- Hot Stone Massage
- Relaxation Techniques
- Reiki
- Therapeutic Massage
- Front Desk Management
- Myofascial Release
- Improving Wellbeing
- Information Services
Timeline
Massage Therapist
One Eleven Spa and Aesthetics
May.2023 - Current
Student Massage Therapist
Ori Health And Healing Center
04.2022 - Current
Massage Therapist - Massage Therapy
Ori Health And Healing Center
Reiki Master - Holistic Health
Orihealth And Healing Center