After 8 yrs of owning my own landscape business and being in and out of pain myself, an occasional smoker, social drinker, and heavy meat eater, I decided to make a drastic career change that would embark me into a wonderfully satisfying and exciting career in Muscle Manipulation, Body Work, and alternative healing. ​Originally a Texas Native, I moved to Georgia over 20 years ago and made it home. My journey into the vast world of alternative healing began in 2017 when I started studying massage. This ignited my passion for understanding how the body functions and alternative healing modalities. A mother of 3, I put myself through school and became fully accredited and licensed in both the state of Georgia & Texas. Since then I have ventured into creating, establishing and building Refreshed Body Mind. As a student, of Atlanta School of Massage; I explored two distinct approaches to massage: On one hand, the spa-like experience charecterized typically as pampering, stress reduction, aromatherapy, and relaxation. On the other hand, a very clinically focused, science-based approach to therapeutic massage .​ Through special techniques, I have learned to integrate both spectrums of massage. Drawn to the clinical aspect of massage, I pursued certifications in Medical Massage, Personal Training, Corrective Exercise, Group Fitness and Health Coaching. My continuous studies and learning experiences have helped me develop a unique, heart-centered medically-oriented approach to healing, that is both relaxing and therapeutic. To supplement my income and support my growing clientele during economic challenges, I have worked with various Chiropractic offices/doctors in Georgia. As a certified Medical Massage Practitioner, I utilize an outcome-based approach to help people suffering from pain. ​Medical massage is effective in reducing pain, increasing range of motion (ROM), and accelerating recovery conditions such as sciatica, TMJ, plantar fasciitis, knee pain, hip pain, headaches, and more. As a Heart-centered and Medically-oriented therapist I have come to understand that PAIN often results from triggers that are not solely injury-based. Triggers can also stem from the body's reaction to not only what we put into it (chemical factors), but what surrounds it as well (environmental/emotional factors). This understanding emphasizes the complex integration of the body and highlights the importance Movement and Nutrition play in maintaining the body at optimal health As a certified Health Coach and Personal Trainer, I support clients in making their own integrations in lifestyle changes and holding them accountable to their personal goals. I firmly believe that "Given half the chance... the body Will heal itself". My goal is to help others realize this potential by Integrating nutritional changes, soft tissue manipulation, mindfulness, and physical activity, ultimately enhancing YOUR quality of life. Meanwhile building a community of Beautiful People, Refreshed, Body and Mind.