Studio~Massage

My name is Lisa and I am a NYS Licensed Massage Therapist.  As owner of Studio~Massage, I offer therapeutic massage to individuals and caregivers coping with the challenges of chronic or long term illness.  When I am not working in my private practice, I focus my energies on providing massage therapy at The Community Hospice.  I currently am employed by St. Peter's Healthcare Services as a member of the Hospice Complementary Therapies Team, where I provide gentle massage to patients, families and caregivers.

Prior to becoming a massage therapist, I worked for 12 years as a Software Consultant for many large companies.  I am a Siena graduate and received my MBA from RPI in 2002.  One day, I decided to quit and try something completely different.  Although it was the most physically and emotionally challenging thing I have ever done, it was the best decision I have ever made.

My core values include growth to myself and my practice.   My desire to educate myself on the advances in the bodywork and the alternative health care industry is what sets me apart from other massage therapy practices.  Beyond my state licensure, I have obtained additional certifications in Oncology Massage and Mastectomy & Breast Surgery Massage.  My professional affiliations include:  Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals, Society for Oncology Massage, and Healthcare Providers Service Organization.

"Tension is who you think you should be,

Relaxation is who you are." - Ancient Chinese Proverb

Studio~Massage Newsletter - Volume 1

The Challenges & Rewards of Hospice Massage

Embrace The Moment

Mind, Body & Spirit

Client Relationships

• I shall endeavor to serve the best interests of my clients at all times and to provide the highest quality service possible.
• I shall maintain clear and honest communications with my clients and shall keep client communications confidential.
• I shall acknowledge the limitations of my skills and, when necessary, refer clients to the appropriate qualified health care professional.
• I shall in no way instigate or tolerate any kind of sexual advance while acting in the capacity of a massage, bodywork, somatic therapy or esthetic practitioner.

Professionalism

• I shall maintain the highest standards of professional conduct, providing services in an ethical and professional manner in relation to my clientele, business associates, health care professionals, and the general public.
• I shall respect the rights of all ethical practitioners and will cooperate with all health care professionals in a friendly and professional manner.
• I shall refrain from the use of any mind-altering drugs, alcohol, or intoxicants prior to or during professional sessions.
• I shall always dress in a professional manner, proper dress being defined as attire suitable and consistent with accepted business and professional practice.
• I shall not be affiliated with or employed by any business that utilizes any form of sexual suggestiveness or explicit sexuality in its advertising or promotion of services, or in the actual practice of its services.

Scope of Practice / Appropriate Techniques

• I shall provide services within the scope of the ABMP definition of massage, bodywork, somatic therapies and skin care, and the limits of my training. I will not employ those massage, bodywork or skin care techniques for which I have not had adequate training and shall represent my education, training, qualifications and abilities honestly.
• I shall be conscious of the intent of the services that I am providing and shall be aware of and practice good judgment regarding the application of massage, bodywork or somatic techniques utilized.
• I shall not perform manipulations or adjustments of the human skeletal structure, diagnose, prescribe or provide any other service, procedure or therapy which requires a license to practice chiropractic, osteopathy, physical therapy, podiatry, orthopedics, psychotherapy, acupuncture, dermatology, cosmetology, or any other profession or branch of medicine unless specifically licensed to do so.
• I shall be thoroughly educated and understand the physiological effects of the specific massage, bodywork, somatic or skin care techniques utilized in order to determine whether such application is contraindicated and/or to determine the most beneficial techniques to apply to a given individual. I shall not apply massage, bodywork, somatic or skin care techniques in those cases where they may be contraindicated without a written referral from the client's primary care provider.

Image / Advertising Claims

• I shall strive to project a professional image for myself, my business or place of employment, and the profession in general.
• I shall actively participate in educating the public regarding the actual benefits of massage, bodywork, somatic therapies and skin care.
• I shall practice honesty in advertising, promote my services ethically and in good taste, and practice and/or advertise only those techniques for which I have received adequate training and/or certification. I shall not make false claims regarding the potential benefits of the techniques rendered.