Before we started our journey into the health and wellness field, I worked with children and adults for 6 years as a Teacher and Mobility Instructor for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Brian was a Recreational Therapist working with clients in hospitals and rehab centers. In 2001 we met, had a beautiful wedding and moved to Colorado so I could attend the Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy (CIMT). Initially, Brian had no interest in massage (other than receiving them) but was so impressed with Neuromuscular Massage that he started the program too. We were the first married couple to graduate together at CIMT (not bad for newlyweds)! We are both Internationally Certified in Neuromuscular Massage.

    I continued my studies and am now a Fully Certified CARE Instructor (Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education) and hold 3 day trainings on Essential Oils.  I also received training in Manual Lymph Drainage.

    Brian's massage path took him in the direction of Neuromuscular, Orthopedic Massage and Sports Massage. He works with the North Carolina State University Sports Department, Raleigh Orthopedics and is the Official Massage Therapist for the Carolina Hurricanes.

    Our experiences with families, adults and children with disabilities drove us to create our business; Healthy Steps. We saw that when one member of the family was dealing with a physical or emotional concern, it subtly affected the whole family. The opposite was also true, when one member is healthy and feeling good, it has a positive influence on the family.

    We are passionate about sharing how a natural approach can support a family's path towards health and wellness.

    We're excited to tell you about our experiences, what's working and what new things we've learned about with massage, essential oils and energy technologies through our Newsletter.