Carissa is a veteran within the field of massage therapy. In her fourteen years as a therapist she has practiced in a multitude of differing environments, from physical therapy clinics to day spas and chiropractic offices, to name a few. This variety has given her a well-rounded assortment of modalities to work with.

Carissa’s style is an intuitive blend of deep tissue work that incorporates specific movement and positioning techniques to isolate muscular issues. After identifying the dysfunction, she is further able to treat using muscle release technique for repetitive use injuries and neuromuscular re-education for diminishing pain from trigger points. This combination of skills creates long lasting relief for musculoskeletal discomforts.

In addition to massage therapy, she is also well versed in home self-care practices. She can teach you customized stretch routines and foam roller exercises to keep you on the right track to recovery. Through creative use of golf, lacrosse and tennis balls she can teach you how to get into those hard to reach spots in order to extend your relief between visits. Education and self-empowerment are an important aspect of her practice. Her talent and warmth are boundless: “Massage therapy is a true practice of passion for me. Each person is a new canvas and we work together (client and I) to create a work of art.”

Carissa is a wonderful part of the team @ Alternative Chiropractic Center. She is available for therapeutic treatment, relaxing massage and stretching lessons on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturdays. (First and third of the month) Package treatments are available, please inquire. Start to feel refreshed and revitalized today!