Hello! My name is Jo & I am a Licensed Massage Therapist & Equine Massage Therapist practicing in the Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts. I have been a Massage Therapist since 1996.Trained in Swedish Massage techniques for relaxation & stress reduction, I also incorporate therapeutic deep tissue work (such as myofascial release techniques & trigger point therapy) into my massage. I have been teaching Yoga, Meditation, & Massage Therapy for several years & was a Massage Instructor at Texas Healing Arts Institute School of Massage Therapy in Austin, TX. A member of the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals & of the National Association of Pregnancy Massage Therapists, I have also received advanced training in Pregnancy Massage (prenatal as well as postnatal & Caesarian recovery), Oncology Massage, Reflexology, Spa Treatments (Hot Stone & LavaShell Massage, Body Scrubs, & Wraps), Asian & Oriental Bodywork Modalities (including Thai Yoga, Shiatsu, QiGong Massage, & Traditional Chinese Medicine), CranioSacral Therapy & Lymphatic Massage Therapy.  In 2008, I attended a 200 hour program in Equine Massage at the Bancroft School of Massage Therapy & have continued my studies in Equine Massage & Bodywork ever since. I draw from my training to create a massage that is as unique & individual as my clients' needs. My touch is compassionate & educated & focuses on the physical, the spiritual, & the energetic bodies as well.