Susan M. Blakes

Licensed Massage Therapist since 1994. I owned a private practice in Salt Lake City, UT for eighteen years. Relocated to Greenville, SC in June 2011. In my private practice I specialize in therapeutic massage, long-term chronic pain, acute pain & injuries and sports injuries. Client sessions are designed to treat pain symptoms with advanced techniques in Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular Massage Therapy, Orthopedic Massage Therapy and Craniosacral Therapy along with range of motion techniques & Active Isolated Stretching.  Graduate of UCMT (Utah College of Massage Therapy - Salt Lake City, UT) in 1993. Reiki Master since 1993. AMTA member since 1994. Certified Belavi Facelift Massage Practitioner in 1995. IAHP (International Association of Healthcare Providers) member since 1996. Nationally Certified (NCTMB) in 2000. Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) with the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) in 2010. Certified MELT Method Hand & Foot Instructor in 2011. Certified Bellanina Facelift Massage Instructor in 2012. Certified MELT Method Instructor in 2012. The combination of soft tissue therapy, rehabilitative & strengthening exercises and self-care treatment programs help my clients recover efficiently and effectively to resume their favorite activities, sports activities, training programs and help maintain their overall structure and well-being.  I network with acupuncture, chiropractic, alternative health care and medical offices.  It is a privilege to be part of the massage therapy profession as well as the health care community in Greenville.