Biography and Education
Michael got his start in massage while still in high school. His high school had a program called Health Occupations, which was an introduction to the health field. In his senior year, this class allowed the students to work at the local hospital, nursing home and children's wing, where the students performed massage on the patients. 25 years later, he is still doing massage.
Still, he continues his education in massage and bodywork since. Currently, he has well over 2,000 hours of education in the field of massage and bodywork. Michael also saw the need to join and to be active in his professional associations: the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) and the Associated Bodyworkers and Massage Professionals (ABMP). Michael has also pursued to recieve the California state recognized certification. He is a Certified Massage Therapist.
Michael's knowledge and background studies include just some of the following techniques and modalities:
Acupressure Anma
Auricular Therapy Bowen Technique
Chair Massage CPR & First Aid
Crystals Geriatric Massage
Herbal Therapy Hot StoneTherapy
Iridology Lomi Lomi
Lymphatic Drainage Massage Music and Tones
Myotherapy: Trigger Points Neuromuscular Re-Education
Oriental Health Systems Pregnancy & Infant Massage
Reflexology Reiki (Masters' & Teachers' Level)
Cranial Sacral Therapy Shiradara
Spa Services Sports Massage
Swedish Massage Thai Foot Massage
Thai Yoga Massage Shiatsu
Myoskeletal Alignment Techniques (MAT)
Education: California College of the Physical Arts, Huntington Beach, CA
Desert School of Somatherapy, Palm Springs, CA
South West Institute of Healing Arts, Phoenix, AZ
Shamanic – Life Path Studies, Philips Ranch, CA
Freedom from Pain Institute, Erik Dalton, Oklahoma City, OK
Even with all of this knowledge and training, Michael is the first to admit, he does not know the answers to everything. He does, however, have a great network of therapists, professional staff and a library of information to find the right answer for you. Should there a come to a point that you discover Michael is not the best therapist for you, he will refer you to another person who he hopes will meet your needs.
Michael clearly loves what he does. It will become evident to you with his touch.
Michael will look forward to the opportunity to be of service to you.
Contact Michael today to book your service! 949.292.9207