I am an artist who was a Medical Services Specialist in the USAF then practiced massage therapy professionally in California from 1978 until 1992.  I quit doing bodywork in order to raise my kids and pursue art again and because an old hand injury made it difficult to do effeurage. I am certified in Swedish Massage by American Institute of Massage and Therapy in Walnut Creek, CA in Connective Tissue Therapy and Creative Aim Training by Evergreen Center in Humboldt County CA, and in Reflexology through the International Institute of Reflexology Seminars in Anaheim CA.

I was called back into Healing practice in 2007 and have completed the basic ISHA courses as a Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry Practitioner. I am also an ordained minister in the Universal Life Church.