Clinical Internship
Texas Massage Institute
- 150 hours of body work on various clients
- Developed my skills on how to approach the many different body types and gained the confidence necessary to succeed in the field of massage therapy
Shonda Malone
Red Oak,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable massage therapist with nineteen years of experience offering professional massage treatments to relieve muscle discomfort and aid relaxation. Practiced in wide-ranging massage techniques and methods. Service-minded, patient and flexible in challenging environments.
Overview
Work History
Massage Therapist
Simply Elegant Massages (powered by Queendom Inc)
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology to better understand body and inform massage techniques.
- Created comfortable and professional environment for clients by setting up massage tables and preparing treatment area.
Massage Therapist
Avalon Salons & Spa
- As a licensed Massage Therapist I focus on the giving each client the full spa experience
- Assessed clients carefully to determine massage needs and potential problems due to individual physical conditions.
Massage Therapist
Veria Wellness Center & Spa
- Evaluated client conditions to recommend appropriate massage therapy methods.
- Developed customized massage programs to meet unique requirements.
Massage Therapist
Uptown Mood Spa
- I serve as a an on-call massage therapist
Lead Massage Therapist
Massage Envy
- Applied principles of trigger point therapy to diagnose and address pain transferred from muscular stress or tightness.
- Implemented reflexology, manipulating feet of patients to relieve symptoms throughout body and restore total-body balance.
- Reduced or eliminated muscular stress and tightness through Swedish massage, implementing variety of stroke lengths, rhythms, and intensities to optimize relaxation.
- Addressed mobility limitations and generalized pain originating from muscle tightness through deep tissue massage techniques.
- Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
Massage Therapist
Equinox Spa
- Provided clear, concise instructions to clients to prepare for massage services.
- Evaluated client conditions to recommend appropriate massage therapy methods.
- Assisted clients in understanding benefits of massage therapy to provided education on self-care techniques.
- Researched new techniques to stay up to date with trends and developments in massage therapy industry.
- Utilized deep tissue, Swedish and myofascial massage therapy techniques to provide options to customers.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfactions and build rapport.
- Performed aroma therapies and specialized relaxation techniques.
Massage Therapist
Nordstrom Spa
- Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
- Assisted clients in understanding benefits of massage therapy to provided education on self-care techniques.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfactions and build rapport.
Education
Bachelor of Arts & Science - performance
Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TX05.2002
Skilled Touch Swedish Massage Program - Massage Therapy
Texas Massage Institute
Dallas, TX11.2005
Trigger Point Program -
Texas Massage Institute
Dallas, TX07.2006
Skills
- Swedish Massage
- Client Relations
- Sports Massage
- Deep tissue
- Trigger point
- Aroma Therapy
- Hot Stone Therapy
- Pregnancy Massage
- Herbal wraps
- Reflexology
- Myofascial release
Certificationandlicensure
- Texas Massage Therapy License
- California State Massage License
Timeline
Clinical Internship
Texas Massage Institute
Massage Therapist
Uptown Mood Spa
Massage Therapist
Simply Elegant Massages (powered by Queendom Inc)
Massage Therapist
Avalon Salons & Spa
Massage Therapist
Veria Wellness Center & Spa
Lead Massage Therapist
Massage Envy
Massage Therapist
Equinox Spa
Massage Therapist
Nordstrom Spa
Bachelor of Arts & Science - performance
Prairie View A&M University
Skilled Touch Swedish Massage Program - Massage Therapy
Texas Massage Institute
Trigger Point Program -
Texas Massage Institute
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