Karmen M. Plasencia
Tampa,USA
Summary
Massage Therapist with 14 years of experience working in spas, clinics and community healthcare settings. LMT experience in a client-centered approach for treatments for pain relief and relaxation.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Massage Therapist
ZEEL, Soothe, BIG TOE Mobile Massage
01.2020 - Current
- Provided therapeutic massage treatments tailored to individual client needs.
- Collaborated with clients to develop personalized wellness plans.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations during client sessions.
- Educated clients on self-care techniques and holistic health practices.
Massage Therapist
Divine Connections Massage & Spa
08.2013 - Current
- Enhanced guest relaxation through diverse massage therapies and tailored treatments.
- Mastered various techniques, elevating service quality and client satisfaction significantly.
- Provided medical massage and stretch sessions to address recovery and relaxation needs.
- Delivered mobile massage therapy in home or office settings for convenience.
- Utilized deep tissue and Swedish techniques to meet individual client requirements.
Holistic Health Practice
Lotuslight Wellness
01.2013 - Current
- Enhanced client wellness through private massage and yoga therapy sessions.
- Served professional athletes and celebrities with tailored therapeutic services.
- Facilitated corporate wellness programs, including chair and table massage treatments.
- Coordinated wellness events for festivals and corporate clients, boosting engagement.
- Pioneered combination treatments, integrating deep tissue and acupressure techniques.
- Developed customized massage protocols, improving therapeutic outcomes for diverse clients.
Yoga & Meditation Teacher
YouFIT Gym, Valet Living, Community Yoga Studios, Wellness Centers, MUJER Non-Profit Organization; Innergy Meditation Studio and 8Evolve APP & Miami Beach Community Health Center
09.2005 - Current
- Enhanced participants' well-being through engaging group yoga sessions.
- Fostered healing for survivors of domestic violence through guided sessions.
- Improved emotional health for over 200 women via meditation workshops.
- Developed personalized wellness plans, boosting mental and physical health outcomes.
- Collaborated with therapists to integrate holistic practices, achieving positive client results.
- Empowered women through mindfulness techniques, strengthening community support initiatives.
Massage Therapist
2BeHealthy Acupuncture Clinic, Cafe of Life Chiropractic
06.2017 - 09.2019
- Enhanced client satisfaction through mentoring junior therapists in advanced techniques.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling, improving overall client experience and satisfaction.
- Implemented feedback systems that improved service quality and treatment effectiveness.
- Conducted workshops on new massage modalities for staff skill development.
Massage Therapist
Shala Spa At Dream South Beach Hotel
03.2013 - 03.2016
- Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
- Deep Tissue, Swedish, Therapeutics, Enhancements.
Patient Coordinator/Executive Assistant
Florida Pediatrics/St. Joseph's Children's Hospital
10.2009 - 01.2012
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through improved care coordination and relationships.
- Managed office communications, documentation, and event planning for efficient operations.
- Supported Medical Director in strategy execution, strengthening inter-departmental relations.
- Facilitated effective communication between hospitalists and primary care physicians.
- Coordinated office events and maintained records for seamless administrative support.
Owner/ Operator | Yoga Instructor
Synergy Center for Yoga and the Healing Arts
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Increased community engagement through coordination of diverse events and workshops.
- Expanded off-site yoga offerings by cultivating partnerships with local hotels and spas.
- Enhanced brand visibility by pioneering digital marketing initiatives and promotional materials.
- Managed dual yoga studios and healing center, overseeing staff and payroll operations.
- Orchestrated seamless transition of studio contracts to new owners and buyers.
Education
Master of Science - Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine
Maharishi International University
Fairfield, IA06.2025
Massage Therapy Program - undefined
Acupuncture and Massage College
01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Central Florida
01.2003
Skills
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Deep tissue
- Swedish
- Hot Stones
- Prenatal
- Chair Massage
- Caring / Trustworthy
- Yoga & Ayurveda
- Bilingual communication
- Spanish-English fluent
- Meditation Facilitator
- Mindfulness
- Team building
Certification
- Hot Stones Certified
- Medical Massage (12 hours)
- 300-Hour Hatha Yoga Certification
- Prenatal Massage
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage
- Thai-Massage Certified
Timeline
Massage Therapist
ZEEL, Soothe, BIG TOE Mobile Massage
01.2020 - Current
Massage Therapist
2BeHealthy Acupuncture Clinic, Cafe of Life Chiropractic
06.2017 - 09.2019
Massage Therapist
Divine Connections Massage & Spa
08.2013 - Current
Massage Therapist
Shala Spa At Dream South Beach Hotel
03.2013 - 03.2016
Holistic Health Practice
Lotuslight Wellness
01.2013 - Current
Patient Coordinator/Executive Assistant
Florida Pediatrics/St. Joseph's Children's Hospital
10.2009 - 01.2012
Owner/ Operator | Yoga Instructor
Synergy Center for Yoga and the Healing Arts
01.2007 - 01.2009
Yoga & Meditation Teacher
YouFIT Gym, Valet Living, Community Yoga Studios, Wellness Centers, MUJER Non-Profit Organization; Innergy Meditation Studio and 8Evolve APP & Miami Beach Community Health Center
09.2005 - Current
Massage Therapy Program - undefined
Acupuncture and Massage College
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Central Florida
Master of Science - Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine
Maharishi International University