Kristin Bio
I graduated from the Renton Technical College Massage program in 2010.
I began my massage practice working with injury clients and became increasingly interested in how trauma affects the body. I sought out educational opportunities designed to learn how the nervous system and muscular system work together to facilitate healing.
I continued to further my education by training as a Doula at the Simkin Center at Bastyr University. Motivated by my own fertility issues, I pursued the study of fertility health, pelvic care and both pre and postnatal healthcare. With a strong desire to combine these forms of body work to address systemic trauma, I focused on skill-building, creating a toolbox of aligned bodywork including modalities in Deep tissue, Craniosacral Therapy, Myofascial Release, Visceral work, Reflexology, cupping and Moxibustion.
Root Release Method
I am also developing a modality using ligament therapy and neurosculpting, calling on the power of brain and body connectivity. To do this, I use the body’s connection to the brain’s Limbic system with body work while introducing simple visualization and cues to disrupt old patterns of pain and distress.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Independent study with Brian Utting, LMT. Founder of the Brian Utting School of Massage.
(2012 – Present)
Apprenticeship with Faye Zamma, thirty-year practitioner of the Upledger philosophy, Craniosacral Therapist.
(2012 -2014)
Pelvic pain recovery certificate, Maria Elliot
(2017)
Birth Doula Certification, Bastyr University
(2017)
Anatomy of the Gastrointestinal, reproductive and endocrine system Certificate, University of Michigan
(2018)
Anatomy of the Abdomen and Pelvis, (Coursera) Leiden & Leiden University and Medical Center (2018)
Immersion into Practical Neuroscultpting, Vija Rogozina, CNSF, Neurosculpting Institute, Denver CO (2018)
Treating Trauma Master Series and certification, National Institute for Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine, Storrs, CT
(2019)
“I was referred to Kristin by my doctor and am thrilled to have found her. Her calming presence, healing touch and intuitive technique are the framework for a truly therapeutic experience. I feel entirely comfortable in her care and am always amazed by her vast knowledge and multimodality healing techniques. She actively listens with an open mind and carefully tailors each session to address my immediate needs while keeping in mind my goals for long term well-being. She’s a wealth of knowledge and joyfully shares easy to incorporate tips that are appropriate for my lifestyle. She’s the best of the best!”