Naomi Joy Gallagher
Burnaby,BC
Summary
Compassionate body worker with a sincere and warm approach to massage. Excellent communicator and active listener, with success working in challenging, therapeutic clinical environments. Physically strong, hard working and dependable. Dedicated to promoting health, high class service and healing through therapeutic massage remedies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Massage Therapist Intern
The Mend
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with supervising therapist on implementing personalized care plans for clients with specific conditions or injuries.
- Ensured a clean, organized, and professional workspace for the optimal client experience.
- Promoted relaxation and stress reduction through skilled application of various massage modalities.
Massage Therapist Intern
Vancouver Friends For Life
09.2023 - Current
- Provided therapeutic Massage for people living with serious, life altering illnesses, such as HIV, Cancer, and Hepatitis C
- Assessed medical histories and conditions of clients to determine contraindications to massage services.
Massage Therapist Intern
UBC Athletics Department
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Treated high level athletes, using active sports treatment techniques, deep tissue massage, assisted stretching, and joint mobilizations
- Provided custom massage treatments to patients, tailored to their injuries and needs
Massage Therapist Intern
Union Gospel Mission
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Educated clients on self-care techniques, promoting lasting improvements in overall health and wellness.
- Promoted relaxation and stress reduction through skilled application of various massage modalities.
Massage Therapist Intern
Ronald MacDonald Children's Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Worked with clients to ascertain medical history, potential issues, and areas needing support
- Provided Full body Relaxation Massages, designed to decrease stress
Studio Manager
The Practice Studio
07.2016 - 03.2019
- Established a positive work environment, fostering collaboration among staff members to improve productivity and creativity.
- Coordinated daily studio operations, including scheduling, staff management and customer service.
- Taught multiple styles of classes ranging from pilates, trampoline, yoga, myofascial release, TRX and kettlebell
Education
Registered Massage Therapy
Vancouver College Of Massage Therapy
Vancouver, BC 08.2024
Landmark Advanced Leadership Training
Vancouver, BC2018
Fitness
Ace Personal Trainer Certification
2017
Fitness
Level 1 & 2 Mat Pilates Teacher Training
Physical Mind Institute 2010
200 Hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training
2008
200 Hour Somatic Yoga Teacher Training
2007
Theatre Acting + Dance
The American Musical And Dramatic Academy
New York City 2000
Skills
- Swedish Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Neuromuscular Therapy
- Active Release Technique
- Hydrotherapy Techniques
- Orthopedic Assessment
- Myofascial Release
- Prenatal Massage
- Trigger Point Massage
Languages
English
Timeline
Massage Therapist Intern
UBC Athletics Department
06.2024 - 07.2024
Massage Therapist Intern
Union Gospel Mission
02.2024 - 04.2024
Massage Therapist Intern
Vancouver Friends For Life
09.2023 - Current
Massage Therapist Intern
The Mend
04.2023 - Current
Massage Therapist Intern
Ronald MacDonald Children's Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2023
Studio Manager
The Practice Studio
07.2016 - 03.2019
Registered Massage Therapy
Vancouver College Of Massage Therapy
Landmark Advanced Leadership Training
Fitness
Ace Personal Trainer Certification
Fitness
Level 1 & 2 Mat Pilates Teacher Training
200 Hour Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training
200 Hour Somatic Yoga Teacher Training
Theatre Acting + Dance
The American Musical And Dramatic Academy
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