Kawika | Licensed Massage Therapist

EDUCATION

PNW Massage Academy, 750 hour program. Graduated 2022

SUMMARY

I began preparing for a career in bodywork in high school where I studied Athletic Medicine. I enjoyed working on clients and learning how to rehab injuries and teach people how to prevent injuries. My massage focuses on client's needs based on their discomfort.

EXPERIENCED WITH

Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Trigger Point Therapy, Injury Treatment, Pin and Stretch, Sports Massage including working with athletes, and Prenatal. Provides AromaRitual and HerbalRitual.

WHAT MAKES YOUR MASSAGE UNIQUE

I have been told by clients that my massage is unique because I incorporate techniques the client has not previously experienced in a session. I focus on specific areas of concern the client is having and then incorporate the compensating areas into the session as well.

SUCCESS STORY

I worked with a client who was diagnosed with cancer and during the first session was told that I could only massage his low back. Due to the client's health issues he was wheelchair bound. During the time I worked with him I was able to see his health improve, discomfort decrease, and eventually he was able to live without using a wheelchair. Later I learned that he became a massage therapist because he saw how the work we did together helped him improve and he wanted to help others in the same way.

WHAT KEEPS YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT MASSAGE

The need and ability to help others in their journey of healing.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY OUTSIDE OF MASSAGE THERAPY

I am a musician, enjoy going to the gym, and love to be in nature when the weather permits.