Lisa M. Rooks, Licensed Massage Therapist, completed her course of training at Massage Therapy Training Institute in Kansas City, MO. She is licensed through NCBTMP, as a Nationally  Licensed  Massage Practitioner, Board Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, and insured through ABMP. Clients receive the benefit of Lisa's depth of experience. She has practiced in diverse environments and provided relief and well being in settings that range from a Day Spa to Wellness Center, Chinese Medical Clinic, and Chiropractic Clinic.

Lisa is a proven professional that is well versed in providing basic care but is also committed to honing her craft and assuring that her skills are relevant for many specialized treatment scenarios.  Certifications and competencies include:
 

CranioSacral I & II-Upledger 

CranioSacral Applications for Conception, Pregnancy and Birthing 1

CranioSacral For Children

CranioSacral Therapy-The Immune Response Caused by Inflammation:

--Palpating and Treating the Extremities

--Palpating and Treating the Pelvis

--Palpating and Treating the Thorax

Cervical Vertebrae Release

Cupping-Traditional East-West and Modern 

Deep Tissue

Fertility, Pre-natal

Massage For People Living With Cancer

Migraines and TMJ Disorders-A Craniosacral approach

Myokinesthetic      

Somato Emotional Release I & II-Upledger  

Tian Di Bamboo

Advanced Cupping

Facial Cupping

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Lisa prides herself in the ability to listen to the needs of others. She believes in educating and tailoring a massage towards the individual needs of each client. This is accomplished by using multiple therapeutic techniques.
Lisa also believes in assisting the client in becoming aware of their pain issues and what is triggering the pain. Through massage and bodywork, stretching, exercise and nutrition, the client will be able to assess and understand what they will need to do to maintain and live pain free. Quality communication is essential in setting priorities.