Bio

Karen’s interest in massage began when she was a graduate student at Cornell University. She received sports massage while training to run her first marathon and was amazed by the benefits it provided. She noticed an improvement in her focus, greater energy levels, and a significant decrease in recovery time between runs.

Upon graduating and working in an office environment, Karen realized that she wanted a career that was more physically challenging and connected her to the human body and spirit. In 1995, she entered The Swedish Institute for Massage Therapy in New York City. At the Swedish Institute she received rigorous training in anatomy and physiology and the basics of practicing massage. Her knowledge of anatomy combined with additional continuing education coursework in deep tissue, sports massage,

reflexology and orthopedic/medical massage have allowed her to develop a unique style of massage that incorporates the principles of each modality into her work.

Karen then pursued a post baccalaureate pre-med program at City College in New York City in hopes of applying her knowledge and hands on skills as a physician. While the coursework gave her the scientific knowledge to become a better therapist, she realized that her heart was not in administering medication and working in hospitals. She wanted to be on the front lines of preventative care as a professional who helps people without prescribing drugs and using high tech machinery. She thrives on the simplicity of massage, that with two hands, an elbow and a forearm, she can greatly impact her clients’ health and well-being.