Shannon Olin
Jamaica Plain,MA
Summary
Physical therapist and holistic health counselor with 27 years of experience and ownership of a holistic therapy practice. Expertise in manual therapy techniques such as myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, somatoemotional release, lymphatic drainage and health counseling. Dedicated to supporting clients in achieving optimal health through tailored wellness coaching and consistent support.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical therapist, Holistic Health Counselor
self-employed
Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
02.1999 - Current
- Owned and operated small manual therapy practice for 27 years.
Managed active base of 30 clients, employing manual therapy techniques, wellness education and lifestyle coaching.
Evaluated and treated clients with musculoskeletal disorders, chronic pain, digestive issues, TMJ dysfunction, cancer diagnoses and trauma histories.
Implemented integrative manual therapy techniques to enhance postural alignment, vitality and nervous system health.
Performed visceral manipulation and lymphatic drainage and educated clients about self intestinal massage and diet to optimize digestion and detoxification.
Delivered manual therapy and lifestyle support for clients in menopause and perimenopause to improve overall well-being.
Documented evaluations, wrote progress notes and scheduled clients.
Conducted one-on- one yoga sessions over Zoom Platform during the Covid pandemic.
Offered support and research to clients with cancer diagnoses, often accompanying them to oncology appointments.
Volunteer at cancer retreat center in France
Puyssentut- Angela Wood
Homps, France
05.2017 - 07.2017
Joined a community supporting individuals undergoing cancer treatment and recovery through macrobiotic meals, yoga, meditation, and bodywork.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Simmons College
Boston, MA12-1988
Skills
- Patient evaluation and detailed history
- Myofascial release
- Visceral manipulation
- Craniosacral therapy
- Somatoemotional release
- Lymphatic drainage
- Therapeutic exercise
- Health counseling
- Restorative yoga
Certification
- Licensed Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy Registration 1989
- First Degree Reiki Pracitioner, Arlington Reiki Associates 1998
- Holistic Health Counselor, Institute of Integrative Nutrition 2005
- 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, Down Under School of Yoga 2019
- Level 1 Integrative Health Practitioner Institute, Dr. Stephen Cabral 2021
- Level 2 Integrative Health Practitioner Institute, Dr. Stephen Cabral 2023
Timeline
Volunteer at cancer retreat center in France
Puyssentut- Angela Wood
05.2017 - 07.2017
Physical therapist, Holistic Health Counselor
self-employed
02.1999 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Simmons College