Matthew V, LMT
Matthew joins The Wellness Center team with 20 years of experience! One of those inspiring individuals who is mindful of taking care of themselves in a way that supports their body and mind so they can do what they love for decades! Fostering his natural curiosity, you will often find Matthew’s head buried in a book while he allows the body to rest.
Matthew is a perpetual student AND teacher. He regularly teaches classes at his former massage therapy school in Albuquerque. He has been certified as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and is certified as a Kinesio Taping® instructor. He has spent considerable time delving into and practicing CranioSacral Therapy, Neural Manipulation, Neuro-Kinetic Therapy® (NKT) and sports massage.
Matthew offers each client deliberate and intentional focus and energy. Ever mindful of patient safety, the stance of “low risk, high reward” is foremost in his mind. He gravitates toward deep work, including Myofascial and Neuromuscular work. He integrates generous amounts of movement and ends with a boost to really affect the Central Nervous System.
Interview with Matthew
Three words that describe me: Inquisitive, a listener, kind
Three things that make me smile: Little kids telling jokes/stories, a kind smile from a stranger, most dogs
Three words that describe my massage therapy: Deep effects, slow movements, intuitive nature
Three things that I could not do without: Books, exercise, books
Testimonials
“Matthew helped tremendously with my neck and back injury issue and was super kind and supportive. Fabulous and booked another massage with him!” ~ Lauren F.
“Matthew has great knowledge and experience! His techniques are unique in the way combines anatomy awareness and body movement! It was a great therapeutic treatment!” ~Chein Y.
“Matthew is an exceptional therapist. He listened to my specific history and concerns. He tailored his time and treatment to those concerns. He has advanced skills and his therapy has been very beneficial to me.” ~ Sharon D.
“My therapist, Matthew, was very knowledgeable. I went in for a specific issue and he found my trigger point.” ~ Katrien G.
“Matthew was awesome! Best massage yet.” ~ Drew S.
“I appreciate that Matthew uses many skilled techniques to address my issues in order to give me the best outcome possible. He is very thorough and competent in his assessment and treatment. He gave me good advice on home care and really seemed to care.” ~ Ann M.
“My massage with Matthew was very healing. I was super impressed with him.” ~ Jay W.
“Matthew is amazing! He is well versed in his craft!” ~ Debbie C.
“Matthew was great! Very present, strong and compassionate. I moved away from the area but still drive to The Wellness Center for my massages.” ~ Kathleen C.