Meet the Therapist

I truly believe people of all ages should be able to enjoy sports, hobbies, and daily activities without pain or discomfort …

Unfortunately, many therapies simply treat the symptoms without solving the underlying problems that cause the pain and inflammation.

I am a Myofascial Release Therapist, Zen Shiatsu Bodyworker, Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist, Continuing Education Junkie, Health Enthusiast, and Reiki Practitioner who likes to combine the ancient arts with modern modalities to create a personalized bodywork session for each and every client. Each customized session will help relieve pain, facilitate healing and bring balance to the body, mind, and spirit.

In addition to the comfort and relief provided by the bodywork, I believe in empowering my clients with the tools for self-healing which may include proper stretches and exercises to ease chronic tension and pain, breathing techniques and/or easy-to-implement lifestyle suggestions.

In my spare time, I love taking Zumba classes, being immersed in nature, organic gardening, and exploring this beautiful world with my hubby, Richard Nicklas (a very talented Equine Myofascial Release Therapist). 

Appts Available: Wednesday - Sunday

Barnes’ Myofascial Release Certifications:
Myofascial Release I, II, & III
Rebounding
Unwinding
Advanced Unwinding
Cervical-Thoracic
Fascial-Pelvis
Myofascial Mobilization
Skill Enhancement In-Depth Training
Therapy for the Therapist
Women's Health
Quantum Leap
w/repeats!

Other Certifications Include:
Zen Shiatsu Chicago
Access Consciousness (“BARS”)
DoTerra AromaTouch Technique
Lypossage
Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage
LifeLine Technique
Advanced Angelic Healing
Certified Angel Guide
Doulagivers End of Life Doula
Integrated Energy Therapy® (“IET”)
Oneness Deeksha Giver
Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki Dai-Shihan
Holy Fire Karuna Ki Reiki Shihan
Munay-Ki (Modern Shamanism)
Spirituality Coach
Upper Body Myoskeletal Alignment Techniques (“MAT”)
John Newton's Forgiveness Prayers and Advanced Healing Practitioner

More Info:
Voyage Chicago
MFR Therapist Directory
Village of Northfield Announcement
Go Solo
Linkedin Profile
Yelp Reviews

Social Impact: Bigger than Self-care

Good for the body. Great for the Soul. Our goal is not only to help you feel your best but to ensure the world around us also thrives. That’s why social impact is an integral part of our business model. Every time you carve out time for yourself (and schedule an hour massage) donations are made to two amazing organizations: Midwest Food Bank and One Tree Planted. Midwest Food Bank distributes food to over 2,000 local, non-profit food pantries every month. One Tree Planted plants trees — helping the damaged ecosystems, stabilizing the soil, supporting the water cycle, and slowly aiding in the recovery of the vital ecosystem that we all depend on. Since opening our doors in Northfield (January 2020) you have helped us provide 90,500+ meals to our neighbors in need …. and plant over 3,300 trees! ✨💆✨

Disclaimer

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