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Rebecca Willis

Silver Spring,MD

Summary

I have been guiding people toward better health through therapeutic touch since 1999. A graduate of the Potomac Massage Training Institute in Washington D.C., I became interested in massage therapy as a means of healing and self-care after a professional career in classical ballet and modern dance. As a yoga practitioner and certified yoga teacher, I bring a practice of mindfulness through movement to my work. I believe deeply in the power of massage to facilitate health and reduce stress. Therapeutic massage creates a sense of wholeness and connection that can inform how you move through life.

My approach to massage is highly intuitive and grounded in principles of Anatomy and Physiology. I combine techniques of Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, myofascial release, neuromuscular therapy, and sports massage to create a session that is relaxing, integrative, and effective at relieving stress and pain. Through therapeutic massage, pain patterns are uncovered and released, and well-being is restored.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Massage Therapist

Self Employed
03.2002 - Current
  • 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.
  • Increased client retention by establishing strong rapport through attentive listening and empathetic communication.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service experiences resulting in positive reviews and increased word-of-mouth referrals.

Massage Therapist

Eye Street Massage Therapy
05.2000 - 01.2002

Massage Therapist

Red Door Salon and Spa
05.1999 - 05.2000

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Health Arts And Sciences

Goddard College
Plainfield, VT
06-2014

Massage Therapy

Potomac Massage Training Institute
Washington, DC
07-1999

Skills

  • Deep Tissue Massage Expertise
  • Neuromuscular Therapy Techniques
  • Prenatal Massage Therapy
  • Craniosacral Therapy Practitioner
  • On-Site Massage Services/ Chair Massage

Certification

Willow Street Yoga, teacher training program graduate, 2012

Willow Street Yoga Anusara Immersion Program, 2011

Biodynamic Craniosacral Certification, 2021

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Licensed Massage Therapist

Self Employed
03.2002 - Current

Massage Therapist

Eye Street Massage Therapy
05.2000 - 01.2002

Massage Therapist

Red Door Salon and Spa
05.1999 - 05.2000

Bachelor of Arts - Health Arts And Sciences

Goddard College

Massage Therapy

Potomac Massage Training Institute
Rebecca Willis