1. What do you do at Element and how long have you been there?
I am a massage therapist and just started working regular shifts at Element, although I have been covering shifts since May.
2. Tell us a little bit about your background… and how you came to do what you do at Element.
Massage Therapy is a new profession to me (I just finished school in March), but I have had it in my life for many years. During my first year of college, I took a short massage workshop and became very interested in the structure of the body and how massage can help in the prevention of injuries and the healing process. Also, I have received many massages over the years and am aware of its positive effects.
3. What makes your practice satisfying/fulfilling for you? What is the most misunderstood aspect of what you do?
I really enjoy the process of talking to a client and finding out about the client’s issues, then personalizing a session to focus on these problem areas. The discovery and problem solving is interesting!
4. If you could tell a prospective/new client one or two things that are crucial to know about your practice, what would they be?
I think it’s important for people to learn how to read their own bodies. As they become more in touch with the sensations and results from a massage, I am, in turn, able to learn more and can help them in a more focused and productive way.
5. What do you like to do when you’re not at Element?
In addition to working at a medical massage practice, I am also a freelance dancer. I spend much of my time rehearsing and taking technique classes to stay in shape. I also love studying anatomy books and am interested in understanding the body at a deeper level!
Lauren Ferguson is a licensed massage therapist in New York State. She attended the Cortiva Institute, where she studied modalities, including Swedish, deep tissue, orthopedic, trigger point, myofascial release, neuromuscular, and sports massage. Lauren begins each session by discussing her clients’ issues and goals so that she can effectively address their specific needs. When she is not working at Element, Lauren practices medical massage and works as a professional modern dancer.
