LANETRIS THOMAS-WALKERAtlanta GA ~ Lanetristhomas@gmail.com

404.200.0742 ~ Elevatedtouch@gmail.com

SUMMARY

Highly skilled Massage Therapist with 7 years’ experience in a wide array of healing modalities and massage techniques. My immense passion for educating others on the benefits of massage is intricately woven and nurtured within my practice. Business savvy to facilitate structured and organized business development activities that result in steady and loyal clientele. Calm and comforting demeanor. Exceptional interpersonal skills help to create long lasting relationships and positive rapport with clients. Ability to retain a high rate of referrals and repeat business. Skilled and educated in massage therapy and Holistic Health, including massage for therapeutic and sports related injuries. I place high value on excellent communication, superb ethical standards, and a dedication to providing high quality client care. I am committed to providing bodywork for the benefits of the mind, body, and spirit of my clients. I specialize in Corrective Bodywork, Reflexology, Self-Care, Deep Tissue Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) & Tri-Therapy*.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Swedish Massage TherapyAshiatsu

Thai StretchingSports Massage

Sound TherapyAromatherapy MassageHot/Cold Stone Therapy

Eclectic Massage

Deep Tissue MassagePregnancy Massage

ReflexologyLymphatic Drainage

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ELEVATED TOUCH, Atlanta, GA........................................................................................................... January 2013-PresentOwner/LMT

Highly skilled in combining various healing modalities such as Swedish massage, Hot stone therapy, craniosacral therapy, deep tissue massage, and energy work.

Responsible for managing business tasks which include scheduling, bookkeeping, marketing, and writing a monthly newsletter.

Maintain a diverse practice, including long-term clients of over 5 years

MASSAGE HEIGHTS, Atlanta, GA......................................................................................................May 2014 - August 2015Licensed Massage Therapist/Lead

Monitor all massage therapy activities such as therapist schedules, and client satisfaction Maintain a full-time schedule of clients and provide excellent care and treatment Coordinate classes for staff ensuring that each therapist is proficient at every treatment offered by the

center Meet with each new client to develop a therapy plan based on their individual needs and wants Retain a personal clientele, providing a wide range therapy options and specializing in Deep Tissue

Massage, Reflexology and Pregnancy Massage

MASSAGE ENVY, Atlanta, GA...................................................................................................... April 2011 - February 2015Licensed Massage Therapist

Provided massage services to clients using safe, appropriate and effective techniques. Performed health history on clients and updated prior to each session; ascertained

precautions/contradictions for massage prior to each session Explained procedures and applied techniques appropriate to client needs and preferences Observed client reaction to massage and modified as necessary Solicited feedback and responded accordingly Documented all sessions performed according to established guidelines

LANETRIS THOMAS-WALKER

CARE MORE CHIROPRACTIC, Atlanta, GA................................................................................May 2010 - February 2011Licensed Massage Therapist

Developed and utilized therapeutic strategies to solve client's soft tissue injuries while working in conjunction with an MD and assisting in maximizing the patient's recovery goals while working on traumatic chronic ailments or auto injuries in recovering patients.

Performed therapeutic massages on clients with musculoskeletal problems such as back and neck pain, rotator cuff injuries, sprains and strains, headaches, sports injuries, and stress related conditions

Performed sports, deep tissue, and Swedish massages

EDUCATION and CONTINUING EDUCATION

State University of West Georgia – Business Management, Carrollton, GA..........................................................2001-2004 Everest Institute-Marietta, Massage Therapy, Atlanta, GA................................................................................Graduated 2010 Massage License NO. MT007130 Chair Massage, Atlanta, GA..................................................................................................................................................................... 2012 Aromatherapy for the Mind, Body and Spirit Based on TCM. Five Element Theory, Atlanta, GA...........................2012 Corrective Bodywork & Thai Stretching/Self - Care Target Testing, Atlanta, GA...........................................................2014 Neuromuscular Therapy ABMP, Atlanta, GA..................................................................................................................................2014 Ashiatsu. Barefoot Massage Modality, Barefoot Masters, Atlanta, GA.................................................................................2016 Adding Sound Therapies to your Massage Practice, Atlanta, GA...........................................................................................2016

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOLISTIC AROMATHERAPY - NAHA......................................................Member since 2016 AMERICAN MASSAGE THERAPY ASSOCIATION - AMTA............................................................................Member since 2015

~References available upon request~

2436 Stone Rd 11 Atlanta, GA 30344 elevatedtouch@gmail.com