Amy Gerard, L.M.T. - Well-Being Massage Therapy
Bio
I am a New York State licensed massage therapist, with additional certifications in perinatal and geriatric massage.  I've spent the last four years thriving in a private practice in Park Slope, Brooklyn, while also providing medical massage at a chiropractor's office in Manhattan.  After a recent move to the East Bay, I love exploring the beautiful West Coast, and focusing on my practice right here in the quiet Oakland hills. 

My technique has been described as an eclectic blend of classic Swedish and medical massage with a gentle Shiatsu influence, providing a restorative, deeply relaxing experience.  I do very deep tissue work when appropriate, using gentle heat to warm the tissues before the work.  The goal of each session is to specifically address your needs for that given day.

During prenatal massage, I use the Body Cushions system, which allows you to lay comfortably and safely on your belly, even during late pregnancy.

I wish you glowing, happy health and look forward to building a relationship with you!


Resume
Amy J. Gerard
 
 
Education
The Swedish Institute College of Massage Therapy and Allied Health Sciences - New York, NY  2003   
      -  Associate’s Degree in Occupational Studies

 Relevant Coursework
  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Myology
  • Kinesiology
  • Pathology
  • Neurology
  • Swedish massage
  • Advanced Western Techniques
  • Sports massage
  • Shiatsu
  • Craniosacral
  • Reflexology
  • Tuina
  • Health Professional Ethics
  • Geriatric massage

Ohio State University - Columbus, OH                                                                                           1992       
       -  School of Music 

Licensure
New York State License No: 017052                                                                                             March 2004
 
Employment as a Licensed Massage Therapist
  • Oakwood Athletic Club- Lafayette, CA                                                          3/09-present
  • Well-Being Massage Therapy-  Oakland, CA                                                                 6/04-present
            Private client house calls and home office therapy
  • The Medical Massage Group - New York, NY                                                                  8/07-5/08
              Specializing in pre and postnatal massage
  • Maternal Massage and More - New York, NY                                                                1/07-5/08
                Specializing in prenatal massage
  • Dr. Andrew Bernsohn, D.C. P.C.- New York, NY                                                               9/04-5/08
           Medical massage for chiropractic patients

Additional Certifications and Training
  • Geriatric Massage Therapy - Daybreak Geriatric Massage Institute                  1/09
  • Reiki Level II– Janet Cristenfeld                                                                                         2006
  • Trigger Point Therapy I (5 CEUs) - The Swedish Institute                                          2006    
  • Shiatsu for the Massage Table  (5 CEUs) - The Swedish Institute                               2005
  • Releasing the Psoas - Yoga Center of Brooklyn                                                               2005               
  • Bodywork for the Childbearing Cycle(20 CEUs) - Niara Healing Arts                         2004
                -Certification in perinatal massage
  • Reiki Level I  -  Elaine Abrams                                                                                             2000
                       
Internships and Volunteer Experiences                                                                                      
  • Cobble Hill Health Center – Brooklyn, NY                                                                        2001
Massage therapy for Alzheimer’s patients
  • Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center – New York, NY                                          2002 
Chair massage for families and children in treatment                                         
  • New York City Marathon                                                                                                        2002
Post-event massage for runners

*Professional member of the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals.
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