By Cicely A. Richard
Massage Therapists in Seattle
Some people depend on massages to relax their mind and body and reduce tension build up due to their stressful lives. Others use massages as part of alternative therapy treatments for health conditions like arthritis, high blood pressure, migraine headaches and injuries from accidents. Many spas and health facilities now offer massages in addition to other services. A number of massage therapist in
Seattle are licensed to practice this profession.
Sam Garcia, Jr.
Massage therapist Sam Garcia, Jr. practices at Seattle Massage and Bodywork. He has national certification and is a licensed massage practitioner and bodyworker. Garcia studied at the Educating Hands School of Massage Therapy in Miami, Florida, and at the Raja Yoga Institute of Meditation in Miami beach, Florida. He is certified in reiki massages and trained to work with carpal tunnel syndrome sufferers. Garcia works with clients suffering from chronic pain, terminal illnesses, and physical and emotional injuries. His past experience includes working as a part-time instructor at the American Institute of Massage in Richmond, Virginia.
Sam Garcia, Jr.
Seattle Massage and Bodywork
215 Dexter Ave. N., Suite 717
Seattle, WA 98109
206-697-1357
seattlemassagenow.com
Larry Swanson, LMP
Larry Swanson is a licensed massage therapist in Seattle, with more than 1,900 hours or massage education and training. He has national massage therapy certification and is certified in orthopedic massage. Swanson is a graduate of the Brian Utting School of Massage, a member of The American Massage Therapy Association, and a clinical associate in The American Academy of Pain Management. Some of his specialties include orthopedic massage, Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, myofascial treatments, sports massage and hydrotherapy. He also provides couple's massages at his clients' request. Swanson works on massages recommended by their health care providers and covered by many insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, and Washington State Labor & Industries.
Larry Swanson, LMP
509 Olive Way, Suite 1111
Seattle, WA 98101
206-624-6255
larryswanson.com
Camille S. Clark, LMP
Seattle massage therapist Camille S. Clark has taught and practiced massage since 1991. Clark works at Body Axis Massage Therapy -- Lomi Studio Seattle. At the massage studio, Clark creates a relaxing atmosphere for patients and uses Hawaiian healing arts to treat her clients. Clark uses a special blend of olive and kukui nut oils, which absorb deep within the tissues and relieve congestion. The oil blend also moisturizes skin. The oils are designed to meet the individual need of clients and should not be shared with others.
Camille S. Clark
Body Axis Massage Therapy -- Lomi Studio Seattle
2408 10th Ave. E., Suite A
Seattle, WA 98102
206-380-9848
lomistudioseattle.com
About the Author:
Based in Tucson, Ariz., Cicely A. Richard has been writing since 1996. Her articles have been published in the “Arizona Daily Star” newspaper and “ForeWord Magazine.” Richard earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and journalism from Louisiana State University.
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Massage therapist giving a massage image by MAXFX from
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