Stephanie Kos
Lymphatic Enhancement Therapist, LMT
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced Lymphatic Enhancement Therapist (LET) with over 15,000 hours of applied LET. My background in clinical massage and manual lymphatic drainage has helped me to create effective, result driven LET treatment plans. I have successfully introduced the LET modality to both medical and holistic wellness environments. My mission is to promote lymphatic wellness thorough preventative care using LET.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lymphatic Enhancement Therapist
Chicago Cryospa
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Introduced Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy (LET) to Cryospa
- Apply treatments using an FDA registered Aria for a variety of conditions
- Able to achieve consistent results without plateau
Lymphatic Enhancement Therapist
Sole + Luna Wellness Center
Winnetka, IL
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Introduced Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy to wellness center
- Applied LET treatments using an FDA registered Aria to a variety of conditions
- LET modality well received by SLW community, achieved a high rebooking rate
Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy Private Practice
Northside Holistic Center
Chicago, IL
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Applied Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy (LET) Treatments using an FDA registered Aria
- Achieved steady results from treatments that incorporate LET and MLD
- Maintained a high rebooking rate
Clinical Massage Therapist
The Raby Institute For Integrative Medicine
Chicago, IL
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Introduced Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy (LET) to integrative medical practice
- Excelled at treatment of lymphedema and post-surgery/injury
- Achieved a high rebooking rate and maintained a 3 month waitlist
Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy Private Practice
Tribe, A Healing Arts Community
Chicago, IL
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Performed Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy treatments with a FDA registered Aria
- High return rate of lymphedema and post-surgery clients
- Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers
Clinical Massage Therapist
Galter Life Center At Swedish Hospital
Chicago, IL
03.2018 - 02.2019
- Provide hand and foot reflexology in the cancer center at Swedish Hospital
- Increased proficiency in manual lymphatic drainage
- Tailored manual therapy treatments using a range of therapeutic modalities
- Maintained high client retention rate
Clinical Massage Therapist
The Energy Bar
Naperville , IL
03.2015 - 09.2016
- Participated in opening a wellness center as the only massage therapist on staff
- Assisted clients with power plate, bio-density machine, and applied PEMF therapy
- Successfully developed a profitable massage therapy portion of the business
Clinical Massage Therapist
Innovative Sports Medicine
Batavia , IL
08.2012 - 03.2015
- Applied manual therapy to sport specific injuries on a high intensity athletic population
- Trained with physical therapist in Active Release Technique and Myofascial Release
- Maintained high client return rate
Clinical Massage Therapist
Norris Recreation Center
St. Charles, IL
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Used manual therapy to treat sport specific injuries on tennis players
- Established a private practice within a gym setting
- Applied anatomy and kinesiology principles to sports massage and mobility stretching techniques to achieve optimal results
Clinical Massage Therapist
Churchill Chiropractic
Schaumburg, IL
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Applied 15-20 minute manual therapy to patients with injuries and chronic pain syndromes
- Assisted chiropractor by guiding patients through physical therapy movements and stretches
- Learned how to set patients up in traction tables
Clinical Massage Therapist, Receptionist
Halsa The Aromatherapy Shop And Spa
Geneva, Illinois
02.2005 - 01.2018
- Trained under a Swedish massage therapist and Reflexologist
- Advanced training in applying aromatherapy to clinical treatments with emphasis on understanding principles of essential oils
- High rebooking rate and excellent client retention
Assistant, Receptionist
Chirofitness & Rehabilitaton Center
St. Charles , IL
03.2005 - 01.2009
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
- Assisted setting clients up with hydrotherapy, infrared light therapy, and electric stem therapy
- Established great people skills and excelled at organization
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
National University of Health Sciences
Lombard 01.2021 - 08.2022
Associate of Arts - Science
Elgin Community College
Elgin 12.2010 - 01.2012
Clinical Massage Therapy Diploma - Clinical Massage Therapy
The Soma Institute, The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy
Chicago, IL 12.2009 - 12.2010
Skills
Specialied training in Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy (LET)
undefinedAffiliations
Insured with the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP) from 2011-current
Somatic Experiencing Institute
- Beginner year completed
Additional Information
Accepted into the Naturopathic Medicine program at National University of Health Sciences for January 2023
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Lymphatic Enhancement Therapist
Sole + Luna Wellness Center
03.2022 - 08.2022
Lymphatic Enhancement Therapist
Chicago Cryospa
01.2022 - Current
Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy Private Practice
Northside Holistic Center
07.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
National University of Health Sciences
01.2021 - 08.2022
Clinical Massage Therapist
The Raby Institute For Integrative Medicine
02.2019 - 05.2020
Lymphatic Enhancement Therapy Private Practice
Tribe, A Healing Arts Community
12.2018 - 12.2019
Clinical Massage Therapist
Galter Life Center At Swedish Hospital
03.2018 - 02.2019
Clinical Massage Therapist
The Energy Bar
03.2015 - 09.2016
Clinical Massage Therapist
Innovative Sports Medicine
08.2012 - 03.2015
Clinical Massage Therapist
Norris Recreation Center
01.2011 - 01.2012
Associate of Arts - Science
Elgin Community College
12.2010 - 01.2012
Clinical Massage Therapist
Churchill Chiropractic
01.2010 - 01.2011
Clinical Massage Therapy Diploma - Clinical Massage Therapy
The Soma Institute, The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy
12.2009 - 12.2010
Assistant, Receptionist
Chirofitness & Rehabilitaton Center
03.2005 - 01.2009
Clinical Massage Therapist, Receptionist
Halsa The Aromatherapy Shop And Spa
02.2005 - 01.2018
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