From a young age, I knew I wanted to work with my hands—tinkering with cars, building with wood, and creating things from the ground up. Right out of high school, I joined the carpenters union, where I learned how to build homes and eventually gained experience in all areas of construction.

There was something deeply fulfilling about helping people bring their vision of home to life. Being part of that process—creating spaces filled with comfort, creativity, and meaning—was incredibly rewarding.

But after 25 years in construction, my body began to feel the wear and tear of the work. I started searching for ways to take better care of myself, which is when I discovered Thai massage. The relief it brought me was profound, and it sparked something new.

What began as personal healing quickly turned into a new calling. I wanted to learn this work and help others—especially men, who are often less open to bodywork—better understand and care for their bodies so they can age with strength, mobility, and awareness.

I began my training in Colorado, focusing on traditional Thai massage. While powerful, I found that some of the techniques could be difficult for many people to comfortably receive. That led me to continue my education through a program called Coaching the Body, where I learned a blended approach—combining Thai massage with a more clinical, nervous-system-focused perspective.

This approach allows for greater adaptability, meeting each person exactly where they are. It creates space for both deep therapeutic work and a more accessible, comfortable experience—something I’ve found to be essential in helping people truly benefit from bodywork.