Shannon McGarr
A massage therapist changed my life.
I shattered my tibia and fibula while skiing in 2006. What I was initially told would be a three-month healing process turned into an incredibly frustrating, painful and emotional journey of over two years, during which time I had a metal rod inserted into my tibia, underwent a (botched) ankle surgery, and had to learn how to walk all over again.
My physical rehabilitation team included an osteopath, a physical therapist, and a massage therapist – and without a doubt, each one of those professionals played a crucial role in getting me back on my feet. But massage therapy is what most deeply impacted my well-being and quality of life. My therapist took a holistic, big-picture approach to my healing process – and that, frankly, was pretty refreshing psychologically. I knew at that point that I wanted to help others have that same experience.
Beyond my formal training, I’ve continued to add tools to my tool belt, deepening my knowledge and qualifications to include a broad range of modalities and techniques.