Tahlia Duty
Encino,CA
Summary
Compassionate and intuitive Certified Massage Therapist with a deep commitment to holistic healing and emotional wellness. With a refined understanding of therapeutic touch and a gentle, grounded presence, I specialize in creating restorative experiences that honor both body and spirit. My approach blends technical proficiency with emotional intelligence, offering clients a safe space for recovery, relaxation, and renewal.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Student Massage Therapist
National Holistic Institute Student Clinic
03.2025 - Current
- Addressed mobility limitations and generalized pain originating from muscle tightness through deep tissue massage techniques.
- Reduced or eliminated muscular stress and tightness through Swedish massage, implementing variety of stroke lengths, rhythms, and intensities to optimize relaxation.
- Applied principles of trigger point therapy to diagnose and address pain transferred from muscular stress or tightness.
Student Tutor
National Holistic Institute
09.2025 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Encouraged active participation from all students during lessons, fostering an inclusive learning environment where diverse opinions were valued.
- Improved overall class performance by providing additional support to students during after-school tutoring sessions.
Volunteer Massage Therapist
The Heart Touch Project
09.2025 - Current
- Working with end of life clients in a hospice setting at home or residential care.
- Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing exceptional service and maintaining a clean, comfortable environment.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfactions and build rapport.
Volunteer Outreach Coordinator
The Heart Touch Project
09.2025 - Current
- Represent Heart Touch as a host to share information with prospective students
- Coordinate sign up sheets for students and other volunteers
- Provide education and information on training programs, share experiences and answer questions
Education
Diploma - Massage Therapy & Health Educator
National Holistic Institute
Studio City, CA11-2025
PGCE - Perioperative Specialist Practice
Imperial College
London EnglandBachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of West London
London, EnglandSkills
- Swedish Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Shiatsu Massage
- Thai Massage
- Myofascial Therapy
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Proprioceptive neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) Stretching
- Aromatherapy
Externship Program
Massage Heights:
Completed 25 Hours externship
Developed hands on massage techniques
Chair and event massage
Burke Williams:
Completed 20 Hours externship
Continued development of massage techniques
Reinforced session timing
Developed higher level client intake skills
Timeline
Student Tutor
National Holistic Institute
09.2025 - Current
Volunteer Massage Therapist
The Heart Touch Project
09.2025 - Current
Volunteer Outreach Coordinator
The Heart Touch Project
09.2025 - Current
Student Massage Therapist
National Holistic Institute Student Clinic
03.2025 - Current
Diploma - Massage Therapy & Health Educator
National Holistic Institute
PGCE - Perioperative Specialist Practice
Imperial College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of West London
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