I am happy to support you with massages & massage therapy, creative expression during a photo shoot, or a memorable combination
ABOUT ME
In the ballet studio, where I spent my entire youth almost daily, a broad foundation was laid for body awareness, rhythm, and self-expression. After intense life experiences, I also experienced what it is like to be far removed from inner balance and which paths can offer a way back.
My expertise has been strengthened during cognitive and body-oriented therapies, by following training and education and by providing support to others for years during various development paths, private sessions and creative photo shoots.
My body-oriented therapy offers a combination of introspective focus & hands-on techniques such as acupressure, stretching, abdominal massage, foot reflexology, lymphatic drainage, connective tissue massage and pulses. My sharp observation skills, sensitivity, directness, creativity, humor, curiosity, and professionalism offer a broad palette for truthful sessions.
In addition to my work as a massage therapist, I make portraits and photo series of people who want to challenge themselves creatively and/or capture a special period in their lives on film. Naturally, I guide them in a relaxed manner, with full attention and plenty of time.
EDUCATION
Opleidingen:
Acupressure Therapy
Practical Chinese Medicine
Gita Perotti | Healing Space – Institute for Holistic Energetic Development | KTNO accredited 2022 – 2023
Eastern Element Theory
Classical Chinese Medicine
Gita Perotti | Healing Space – Institute for Holistic Energetic Development | KTNO accredited 2022
Basic Medical Knowledge HBO
Multiple Teachers | Healing Space – Institute for Holistic Energetic Development | CPION accredited 2023 – 2024
Psychosocial Basic Knowledge HBO
Multiple Teachers | Healing Space – Institute for Holistic Energetic Development | CPION accredited 2023 – 2024
2023 – 2024
Energetic Massage
Liona Dalia | Healing Space – Institute for Holistic Energetic Development | KTNO accredited | Beginners & Intensive & Advanced 2021
The Photo Academy
Basic training & Propaedeutic phase HBO
2017 – 2018
Editing & Camera Professional Training
Open Studio | HBO
2005 – 2007
Social Work – Cultural and Social Development Hogeschool van Amsterdam | HBO 2000 – 2004
Pedagogical Academy
Hogeschool van Utrecht
1999 – 2000
Social Sciences & Health Sciences
Koning Willem I College | HAVO-MBO 1996 – 1998
Trainings:
Zen Shiatsu Techniques
Monika Förster | 2025
Shiatsu opleiding Amsterdam
Retreat ‘Oergrond’
Jetske Osterthun | Glastonbury 2024
Psychosynthesis | Voice liberation
Internal Training Massagehuys
Thai Massage | Deep Tissue | Stress-Relief | Lymphatic Drainage | Pregnancy Massage | 2023 – 2024
Unity Embodyment
Rianne Manten | ‘Into me I See’
2021-2022 | 2023-2024
Supporting Participant
Partner Deep Dive Retreat
Rianne Manten | 2023
Supporting Participant
Intimacy & Sexuality – Retreat
Rianne Manten | 2021 & 2022
Supporting Participant
Magnetic Presence
Rionach Aiken | 2021
Feminine Alignment – Workshops
Rianne Manten | 2019 t/m 2023
Supporting Participant
Energy Facilitator | Altazar Method | Mysteryschool
2018 – 2019 | 2019 – 2020
Transformational Coaching: Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT),
hypnosis techniques, regression therapy | Bridgeman Academy | 2020 – 2021
Reiki Healing
Simone Wiewel | All is Within
Film editing theory & analysis
Gert de Graaff
Positions:
Massage Therapist
Mystic Meeting | 2020 – present
Photographer
Mystic Meeting | 2015 – present
Masseuse
Massagehuys | 2023 – present
Filmeditor
Deep Thought Productions | 2013 – 2018
—> Showreel
Theatre Production Manager
Toneelgroep Amsterdam
Jeugdtheaterschool Zuidoost
Rozentheater
Teatro Luna Blou Curacao
e.v.a. | 2004 – 2010
COLLABORATION
As a massage therapist, I offer treatments that promote physical en mental relaxation, recovery, and balance. My massages help reduce pain, lower stress levels, and strengthen the immune system.
My approach is holistic: I view the body and mind as a unified whole and work from an integrative perspective. I believe in the power of collaboration and combine insights from both Eastern and Western medicine to enhance health on multiple levels.
Therefore, I enjoy working with professionals from various disciplines, including physiotherapists, acupuncturists, GZ psychologists and nutritionists. By joining forces, we can offer clients a broader range of care options and provide optimal guidance in their recovery or wellness journey.
Would you like to explore how we can collaborate and strengthen each other? Feel free to contact me to discuss the possibilities. For any questions or professional consultation, I can be reached at 06-10924225.