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Michelle Richards

Littleton,CO

Summary

Skilled and compassionate professional with a diverse background in wellness and customer service, including impactful roles at White Lotus Therapeutics and Comeback Yoga. Demonstrates expertise as a Licensed Massage Therapist and Registered Yoga Teacher, excelling in interpersonal communication and adept at creating positive outcomes in high-stress environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Massage Therapist

White Lotus Therapeutics
06.2023 - Current

Perform a variety of massage techniques based on client's needs

Conduct intake and post-consult with clients to discuss goals, physical and mental well-being, stress and quality of sleep, and provide treatment recommendations

Maintain a welcoming and sanitary environment

Bartender

The Rock Wood Fired Pizza
10.2011 - Current
  • Provides quality customer service, exercises quick problem solving skills, and communicates effectively in a high-volume restaurant
  • Prepares signature cocktails, attends to guest needs, and maintains an orderly and sanitary work environment
  • Exercises leadership skills and trains new employees

Yoga Instructor

Comeback Yoga
12.2018 - 08.2020
  • Provided trauma-informed yoga classes to Veterans at multiple locations of the Department of Veteran Affairs for a nonprofit organization
  • Adapted classes based on individuals' physical and psychological abilities
  • Participated in bi-annual trauma-informed yoga trainings

Teacher's Aide Volunteer

Tennyson Center For Children
09.2017 - 05.2018
  • Worked with children in a classroom setting who experience a variety of conditions, including trauma, autism spectrum disorder, and other behavioral/learning challenges
  • Provided one on one assistance with schoolwork, engaged in art activities and play with students, and helped the teacher implement lesson plans

Education

Massage Therapy

Denver Integrative Massage School
Denver, CO
07.2023

RYT 200

Earth Yoga Colorado
Lafayette, CO
05.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Contemplative Psychology

Naropa University
Boulder, CO
12.2017

Skills

Experience working in settings navigating trauma and learning disabilities

Registered Yoga Teacher

Licensed Massage Therapist

Interpersonal communication skills

Compassionate and empathetic listening skills

Experience in high-stress environments

Timeline

Massage Therapist

White Lotus Therapeutics
06.2023 - Current

Yoga Instructor

Comeback Yoga
12.2018 - 08.2020

Teacher's Aide Volunteer

Tennyson Center For Children
09.2017 - 05.2018

Bartender

The Rock Wood Fired Pizza
10.2011 - Current

Massage Therapy

Denver Integrative Massage School

RYT 200

Earth Yoga Colorado

Bachelor of Arts - Contemplative Psychology

Naropa University
Michelle Richards