Liz A, Licensed Massage Therapist
Liz is a Chicago native and 2008 graduate of Cortiva Institute, formerly known as The Chicago School of Massage Therapy. In her almost 2 decades as a body worker-healing facilitator, she has developed a multi-disciplinary approach spanning Eastern to Western modalities. This wealth of experience includes Trigger point, Myofascial Release, Thai, Shiatsu, Cranio-Sacral and Lymphatic Drainage. Liz is deeply empathic, has a knack for locating troubled areas in the body and is especially passionate about working with people who suffer from trauma, chronic pain, fibromyalgia and injury. She is also highly skilled and experienced in Rehabilitative, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular facilitation, pre- and post sports performance, pregnancy and post-pregnancy massage. Her eclectic blend of techniques provide both short- and long-term relief from stress, pain and injury.
Some other conditions Liz helps treat are: PTSD, TMJ, grief, headaches, sciatica, frozen shoulder, tendonitis, carpal tunnel, scoliosis and Lordosis. For those who enjoy aromatherapy to stimulate and enhance their senses, she has an array of essential oils available during her sessions. For those who are seeking a more gentle, relaxing touch due to having a difficult time finding calm and slowing down their nervous system, Liz offers energy balancing massage with a focus on breath. Liz is a perpetual student of her craft and is always seeking new avenues of instruction, technique and application.
Liz works with great compassion and intention to create space for people to release their physical/mental stress and pain. She has a strong healing presence with an energy that can be intense, soothing and grounding. She often incorporates hot stones as a tool during her massages to help release stubborn knots and extreme tension. Liz’s priority is providing a great service, meeting her client’s specific treatment goals, maintenance and self care. Her ideal client understands and appreciates the value of body work. Depending on your preference, her pressure can range from therapeutically deep to light. Her sessions are focused on optimizing and enhancing your wellness, helping you relax, rejuvenate, look and feel your best.
Interview with Liz
Three words that describe me: Charismatic, Adventurous, Passionate
Three things that make me smile: Nature, Thoughtfulness, Music
Three words that describe my massage therapy: Extraordinary, Rejuvenating, Integrative
Three things that I could not do without: Love, Laughter, Strength
Client Testimonials
“Liz is amazing and always knows exactly what my body needs. I always leave my massage feeling like a new person.” ~ Marcia M.”Liz is amazing and always knows exactly what my body needs. I always leave my massage feeling like a new person.” ~ Marcia M.
“Liz knew right away that one of my legs didn’t line up with the other. She had me do some simple exercises to help find the root cause and where to begin. Liz gave me great feedback and information I needed to understand what was going on and what I needed to do. She was also very encouraging and positive that I could be helped!! She also helped me navigate some visual images to see the exercises I needed to do on my own to make it all come together. Liz really knows a lot and I feel like I have hope to get better. Thank you!” ~ Wylly S.
Always great energy. Liz knows exactly what I want and provides great service.” ~ Brooke M.
“My first massage was amazing! Liz was so friendly and made me feel very comfortable.” ~ Liliana P.
“Liz was so nice and friendly. I normally don’t like to talk during a massage but I really enjoyed my conversation with her. The massage was great too!” ~ Emily F.
“Liz is attentive, skillful and so kind. She is an expert massage therapist! The Wellness Center is lucky to have her (and so am I)!” ~ Dawn W.
“Liz was great! One of the best massages I have ever had. The surroundings were clean and quiet.” ~ Paul S.
“I am getting a really good massages from Liz and it is helping my physical condition. I plan on making it a regular occurrence.” ~ Bonnie B.