Hi All! Welcome to Spirit Wave Massage!!

    Let me share a bit about my journey into the world of massage. It all began with a simple idea fueled by a deep passion. I’m a retired college professor with over 45 years of teaching experience, and back in the 1980s, I was looking for a way to relax from the stresses of academic life. A friend suggested I attend a massage training at the Esalen Institute, and that single experience sparked a lifelong interest in the art of healing through touch.

    When I returned home to North Carolina, I continued my university teaching while offering Esalen-style massage as a small part-time activity. Over the years, this practice grew alongside my passion for learning more about and sharing the benefits of massage. Along the way, I was introduced to the Lomi Lomi system by Tom Cochran and Gloria Coppola, two of the leading mainland instructors in the Lomi Lomi system. While in Hawaii, Kahuna Harry Jim contributed to a further understanding of the cultures and rituals of ancient Hawaiian peoples.

    State licensing requirements were introduced later. I was "grandfathered" due to previous experience, however, I chose to complete a state approved massage licensure program to deepen my expertise and to ensure my formal credentials stayed current. 

    My approach to massage is rooted in quality, integrity, and personal attention. I take pride in focusing on the big picture while honoring the unique details that make every individual special. For me, massage isn’t just about relaxation—it’s about building meaningful connections and providing a space for holistic healing of the greater mind, body, and spirit.

    While I’ve explored many different modalities and techniques through workshops and presentations, the unconditional nurturing offered by the Lomi Lomi and Esalen massage frameworks has resonated with me more deeply than any other. This is not a "deep tissue" or "heavy manipulation" with body parts. Nor does it concentrate on only one area of the body at a time. Rather, these methods emphasize flowing, intuitive movements across the body creating a unification that align with the natural energies of the body, creating a deeply unifiying and restorative experience.

    Today, I concentrate on the healing attributes of Esalen and Lomi Lomi massage, offering a blend of traditional and personal connection to help you relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect. Whether you're seeking to ease physical tension, calm your mind, or simply take time meet yourself, I’d be honored to work with you.

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    I am looking forward to meeting you! Of course, please contact me if you have any questions.