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Dion Nicholas

Tampa,Florida

Summary

Experienced and licensed Massage Therapist certified in multiple techniques, continuously seeking to expand knowledge and skills to provide clients with the best possible experiences and results. Dedicated to empowering and supporting clients as they navigate through stress and physical ailments, offering a compassionate and warm approach to massage therapy. Valuable member of a supportive team environment, committed to advancing massage skills and education. Ultimate goal is to promote health, healing, and overall well-being through therapeutic massage remedies. Natural ability for building strong client relationships and delivering exceptional customer service, possessing both the physical strength and judgement necessary for providing effective massage healing techniques and methods.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
37
37
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Licensed Massage Therapist and DJ/Mc

Harbour Island Athletic Club and spa
01.2004 - Current
  • Employed as Licensed Massage Therapist and DJ/Mc for events
  • Effectively managed time to ensure all appointments ran smoothly without compromising the quality of service provided to clients.
  • Improved overall wellness for clients by performing various massage techniques, including deep tissue, Swedish, and hot stone massages.
  • Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
  • Cultivated a calm atmosphere within the massage space using soft lighting, tranquil music, or other desired elements that enhanced the therapeutic experience for clients.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and enhance skillset as a therapist.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing clients'' specific pain or injury concerns.
  • Increased client retention by establishing strong rapport through attentive listening and empathetic communication.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized and effective massage therapy sessions tailored to individual needs.
  • Conducted post-treatment evaluations with clients, discussing their experiences during the session and providing recommendations for ongoing care as needed.
  • Educated clients on self-care techniques, empowering them to maintain their well-being between appointments.
  • Skillfully addressed diverse client needs by adapting massage modalities accordingly while adhering to appropriate pressure levels throughout each session''s duration.
  • Promoted relaxation and stress relief with soothing aromatherapy treatments and calming environments.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in scheduling availability, accommodating client needs by offering evening or weekend appointments when necessary.
  • Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
  • Performed thorough consultations before each session to determine clients'' goals for treatment while also identifying potential contraindications or precautions needed during the massage process itself.
  • Facilitated recovery for athletes with sports-specific massage techniques, improving performance and reducing injury recovery time.
  • Supported clients' holistic health journey by incorporating mindfulness and relaxation practices into sessions.
  • Educated clients on benefits of regular massage for mental and physical health.
  • Improved overall wellness by advising clients on proper body mechanics and stretching exercises.
  • Performed sanitization tasks to keep massage environment clean and safe.
  • Provided treatment for medical conditions and injuries through therapeutic massage.
  • Assessed clients to determine appropriate massage techniques to apply.
  • Prepared oils and lotions for massages.
  • Researched new massage techniques and treatments.

Mobile Massage Therapist

Aesthetic Massage (my Brand of Bodywork Services).
01.2004 - Current

I approach each massage session with a physical and dynamic postural evaluation. and medical history consultation. I address the Lymphatic system with every massage ithen appy various techniques to help clients relax and rejuvenate.

Education

University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
08.1987 - 05.2024

Graduate - 600 hr MT program, 100 Hr Specialty program :neuromuscular Studies

Suncoast School of Natural Health
Tampa, Florida
08.2003

Skills

  • Swedish
  • Deep Tissue
  • Craniosacral
  • Prenatal
  • Lymphatic drainage
  • Thai Yoga
  • Aesthetic body treatments
  • Myofascial Release
  • Body Mechanics
  • Anatomy knowledge
  • Orthopedic Massage
  • Range of Motion Improvement
  • Strong manual dexterity
  • Hydrotherapy Techniques
  • Customer Service
  • Treatment Planning
  • Muscle and Body Assessment
  • Cupping Therapy
  • Scalp Massage
  • Facial Massage
  • Muscle Strength Assessment

Personal Information

License: ma 40961

Projects

Fitness and Massage Therapy

Timeline

Licensed Massage Therapist and DJ/Mc

Harbour Island Athletic Club and spa
01.2004 - Current

Mobile Massage Therapist

Aesthetic Massage (my Brand of Bodywork Services).
01.2004 - Current

University of Virginia
08.1987 - 05.2024

Graduate - 600 hr MT program, 100 Hr Specialty program :neuromuscular Studies

Suncoast School of Natural Health
Dion Nicholas