About Erika

Erika has always felt a strong affinity towards the healing therapies and began studying massage therapy and Reiki in 2005.  She has in-depth training and certifications in Orthopedic massage, Deep Tissue massage, Swedish massage and Reiki.  She has earned over 800 hours of training time (four times the requirement for massage therapists in CA).  She has over 100 hours in CEU credits and consistently attends seminars/workshops to further her knowledge.  She has a broad, yet specialized understanding of the body/mind/spirit connection and how to facilitate healing with each individual client.  She is enthusiastic, extremely committed to her work and conducts services professionally with a high level of dignity and integrity.

Erika is originally from New Jersey and received a 4-year tennis scholarship to the University of Miami where she played Division 1 Women's Tennis.  She and her doubles partner were ranked #7 nationally and competed professionally all over Europe. In addition, Erika earned her Master's degree in Educational Technology in 2001 and is nationally certified in Elementary/Middle School Physical Education.  She taught P.E. classes at elementary school level for 11 years, winning the coveted high honor of Teacher of the Year award in 2007.

What are the benefits of therapeutic massage?  The answer can be quite extensive.  Massage enhances the function of muscle and connective tissue; promotes relaxation and well-being; assists with self-esteem, releases emotional blocks and allows you to connect with your "inner light".  It improves range of motion (R.O.M.), circulation and is utilized to restore structural balance throughout the body.  It can be used for prevention and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal dysfunctions, chronic pain, sports injuries and energetic balance.  Massage treatments improve all bodily systems and are a great way to nourish the soul.  Is it your turn to experience this therapy?