Susie

Hello everyone! I am Susie. I have been a massage therapist since February of 2018, having graduated from the Massage Program at Whatcom Community College in Bellingham, Washington.

Before that I also completed studies in the Physical Therapy Assistant Program at the same school and achieved a Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Science at Western Washington University.

It is my passion to share my training in the pursuit of health and wellness so that others can also enhance their quality of life. I use my knowledge of the human body to apply my techniques to the best benefit of the needs of my clients.

My style tends to focus on allowing clients to fully relax while working on releasing tension and improving function of movement. I am well versed in therapeutic techniques for relaxation, deep tissue, myofascial release, lymphatic drainage, scar tissue release, and other treatment techniques for injuries and chronic pain.

I also have an interest in the more holistic side of practices when it comes to using essential oils and reflexology points. I offer a few additional add ons with my massage services that utilize different tool techniques.

These tools not only preserve the wellness of my own body, but greatly enhance the benefits of the techniques I use. Massage Cupping and Gua-sha (aka “muscle scraping”) are techniques that are very effective in releasing myofascial adhesions and increasing blood flow into restricted soft tissues.

I am able to utilize these tools in a fashion to limit the common marks that tend to occur with traditional usage of these tools. Hot Stones with Hot Bamboo are another tool technique that I offer which allows for a more relaxing experience while having a greater benefit of both deep tissue and myofascial release techniques.

Since moving to Rapid City in November of 2021 with my husband we have found the Black Hills to feel like home. I love exploring the Black Hills, especially its various hiking trails and lakes.

I also have many creative outlets such as coleading the roleplaying group for our church with my husband, writing stories, painting miniature figures, drawing, and making home cooked meals that keep me thriving in this beautiful part of the country.

Specialties

• Myofasial Release
• Deep Tissue
• Cupping
• Gua-Sha
• Hot Bamboo
• Hot Stone
• Prenantal
• Body Treatments