TAMMIE CARTER
Born and raised in small town West Texas, I was blessed to be taught a slower way of life and revel in the community that small town and farm life can bring. I had always loved the mountains and chose to move to Colorado Springs in 2002. A lifetime of hospitality work created an ease with others and identifying what they felt was in their highest good at that time. I chose to return to school to focus on the body through massage therapy instead of food, graduating from the Massage Therapy Institute of Colorado in Denver, Co, in 2019. My modalities include Therapeutic, Swedish, Neuromuscular, Deep Tissue, and Intraoral I am also passionate about metaphysical health and the slow food movement concept. I found my way back to the wonderful small-town vibe I missed while living in the city by moving to the Four Corners Area in 2021, and I am excited to now call Pagosa Springs home. I look forward to getting to know the community.
Born and raised in small town West Texas, I was blessed to be taught a slower way of life and revel in the community that small town and farm life can bring. I had always loved the mountains and chose to move to Colorado Springs in 2002. A lifetime of hospitality work created an ease with others and identifying what they felt was in their highest good at that time. I chose to return to school to focus on the body through massage therapy instead of food, graduating from the Massage Therapy Institute of Colorado in Denver, Co, in 2019. My modalities include Therapeutic, Swedish, Neuromuscular, Deep Tissue, and Intraoral I am also passionate about metaphysical health and the slow food movement concept. I found my way back to the wonderful small-town vibe I missed while living in the city by moving to the Four Corners Area in 2021, and I am excited to now call Pagosa Springs home. I look forward to getting to know the community.
JENN CRAWFORD
I graduated from Kauai Community College Academy of Healing Arts, for massage therapy in 2007 on the island of Kauai, Hawaii and moved to Pagosa Springs, Colorado in February 2009. My modalities include Swedish, Deep Tissue, Therapeutic, Couples, Lomi Lomi, Shiatsu, and Pre-natal. In 2012, my partner Lauren and I branched out from the spa atmosphere and started Pagosa Massage And Bodywork to better cater to our local clientele who preferred a more medical therapeutic massage. I went back to Kauai and completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training with Erika Faith of Cloud Nine Yoga. I also have my IBBFA barre instructor certification to bring barre classes to Pagosa! Our utopian hope for PMAB is to have educational classes for the public on different types of holistic health, many different movement options for everyone, and amazing massages!
I graduated from Kauai Community College Academy of Healing Arts, for massage therapy in 2007 on the island of Kauai, Hawaii and moved to Pagosa Springs, Colorado in February 2009. My modalities include Swedish, Deep Tissue, Therapeutic, Couples, Lomi Lomi, Shiatsu, and Pre-natal. In 2012, my partner Lauren and I branched out from the spa atmosphere and started Pagosa Massage And Bodywork to better cater to our local clientele who preferred a more medical therapeutic massage. I went back to Kauai and completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training with Erika Faith of Cloud Nine Yoga. I also have my IBBFA barre instructor certification to bring barre classes to Pagosa! Our utopian hope for PMAB is to have educational classes for the public on different types of holistic health, many different movement options for everyone, and amazing massages!
LAUREN CRAWFORD
I grew up here in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, and after a short time in Montana for college, I grew tired of the severe cold and moved to the beautiful island of Kauai. I was in a car accident in 2004 in Colorado that left me with chronic pain and limited movement in my hips. After having lived on Kauai for 3 years and receiving massage monthly, I noticed how much of an effect massage was having on my body. I was able, for the first time in a long time, to bend over my own knees to tie my shoes! I decided I wanted to give back so I enrolled in massage school. I attended the Kauai Community College Academy of Healing Arts. I worked as an eco-tour guide and massage therapist for a number of years before moving back to the mainland and specifically the sleepy town I grew up in, Pagosa! After working in various local spas, I was growing restless and feeling that there was more I could do for people. Massage is so much more then just a monthly treat; massage can heal a person. I look forward to working more with physicians, physical therapists, and chiropractors to keep people healthy and in balance. I work with clients to make a goal oriented plan, and that is the vision I have for PMAB too!
I grew up here in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, and after a short time in Montana for college, I grew tired of the severe cold and moved to the beautiful island of Kauai. I was in a car accident in 2004 in Colorado that left me with chronic pain and limited movement in my hips. After having lived on Kauai for 3 years and receiving massage monthly, I noticed how much of an effect massage was having on my body. I was able, for the first time in a long time, to bend over my own knees to tie my shoes! I decided I wanted to give back so I enrolled in massage school. I attended the Kauai Community College Academy of Healing Arts. I worked as an eco-tour guide and massage therapist for a number of years before moving back to the mainland and specifically the sleepy town I grew up in, Pagosa! After working in various local spas, I was growing restless and feeling that there was more I could do for people. Massage is so much more then just a monthly treat; massage can heal a person. I look forward to working more with physicians, physical therapists, and chiropractors to keep people healthy and in balance. I work with clients to make a goal oriented plan, and that is the vision I have for PMAB too!
LISA HAST
Lisa graduated from Black Hawk College of Massage Therapy in 2011, and moved from her native Illinois to Colorado 6 years ago. She landed in Pagosa Springs 3 years ago, and has been working in various spas here, as well as at PMAB since the beginning!
She specializes in Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Couples Massage, and is always looking for ways to increase her knowledge and skills. She is caring and compassionate and will definitely give you a relaxing and wonderful treatment!
Lisa graduated from Black Hawk College of Massage Therapy in 2011, and moved from her native Illinois to Colorado 6 years ago. She landed in Pagosa Springs 3 years ago, and has been working in various spas here, as well as at PMAB since the beginning!
She specializes in Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Couples Massage, and is always looking for ways to increase her knowledge and skills. She is caring and compassionate and will definitely give you a relaxing and wonderful treatment!
LISA JISA
I moved to Pagosa Springs in December 2021. Born and raised in Wisconsin, I've also lived in Minnesota, Kansas, North Dakota, Arizona, and other places in Colorado. I'm the mother of three adult children and a fur baby! Massage is a second career; I graduated from the Therapeutic Massage program at Madison College in 2018.
I prefer a natural approach to health and love the many benefits that massage provides. I enjoy customizing massage for clients in ways that will help them the most, whether that's for relaxation, pain relief, stress reduction, or a combo. I'm finishing up my flower essence practitioner certification and plan to offer consultations in the near future.
Massage therapy helped me immensely as I dealt with pain from chronic Lyme disease for many years (now completely gone!). The Gate Control Theory says nerves are only able to carry one signal to the brain at a time. Massage can override pain receptors in the muscles, and the comforting feeling from massage can "get through the gate" and to the brain faster than the pain signal, bringing relief.
I also understand firsthand the benefits of massage for athletes, as I have been a marathoner, ultra trail runner, triathlete, and Ironman competitor. Massage is beneficial in reducing the intensity and duration of DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness), the discomfort that often follows a hard workout.
These days I enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle, spending time in nature, taking walks with Gemma (my toy/mini poodle), and visiting family and friends. I'm also a bit of a neuroscience junkie, learning all I can about brain plasticity. And I'm a writer, too! My novel, Pearls of Winter, can be found on Amazon or downtown at Pagosa's very own Bookends!
I look forward to meeting you--book your massage appointment today!
I moved to Pagosa Springs in December 2021. Born and raised in Wisconsin, I've also lived in Minnesota, Kansas, North Dakota, Arizona, and other places in Colorado. I'm the mother of three adult children and a fur baby! Massage is a second career; I graduated from the Therapeutic Massage program at Madison College in 2018.
I prefer a natural approach to health and love the many benefits that massage provides. I enjoy customizing massage for clients in ways that will help them the most, whether that's for relaxation, pain relief, stress reduction, or a combo. I'm finishing up my flower essence practitioner certification and plan to offer consultations in the near future.
Massage therapy helped me immensely as I dealt with pain from chronic Lyme disease for many years (now completely gone!). The Gate Control Theory says nerves are only able to carry one signal to the brain at a time. Massage can override pain receptors in the muscles, and the comforting feeling from massage can "get through the gate" and to the brain faster than the pain signal, bringing relief.
I also understand firsthand the benefits of massage for athletes, as I have been a marathoner, ultra trail runner, triathlete, and Ironman competitor. Massage is beneficial in reducing the intensity and duration of DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness), the discomfort that often follows a hard workout.
These days I enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle, spending time in nature, taking walks with Gemma (my toy/mini poodle), and visiting family and friends. I'm also a bit of a neuroscience junkie, learning all I can about brain plasticity. And I'm a writer, too! My novel, Pearls of Winter, can be found on Amazon or downtown at Pagosa's very own Bookends!
I look forward to meeting you--book your massage appointment today!
KRISTINE LAMERMAYER
I am an integrative healing therapist.I believe we are physically, emotionally, and spiritually capable of healing. When we acknowledge our intention to heal, we create pathways for transformation.
I received my first degree in Art Therapy in 1986. Six years later, I graduated as an Occupational Therapist. My work has an emphasis on wellness and rehabilitation in hospitals, educational settings, and assistive medical facilities. As an intuitive healer, in 2000 I became a Massage Therapist upon graduation from Chicago School of Massage Therapy. Through aligned movement of our bodies, we move through pain and discomfort to create ease. I became a Certified Pilates Instructor in 2006. I also have additional training in Healing Touch, Muscle Release Therapy, Biofield Tuning, Craniosacral Therapy, and Pregnancy Massage. I have most recently studied Shiva Murti Healing based in Bali.
I am honored to BE on this journey.
I am an integrative healing therapist.I believe we are physically, emotionally, and spiritually capable of healing. When we acknowledge our intention to heal, we create pathways for transformation.
I received my first degree in Art Therapy in 1986. Six years later, I graduated as an Occupational Therapist. My work has an emphasis on wellness and rehabilitation in hospitals, educational settings, and assistive medical facilities. As an intuitive healer, in 2000 I became a Massage Therapist upon graduation from Chicago School of Massage Therapy. Through aligned movement of our bodies, we move through pain and discomfort to create ease. I became a Certified Pilates Instructor in 2006. I also have additional training in Healing Touch, Muscle Release Therapy, Biofield Tuning, Craniosacral Therapy, and Pregnancy Massage. I have most recently studied Shiva Murti Healing based in Bali.
I am honored to BE on this journey.
MARIA LOUIZE
I am a Licensed Massage Therapist (CMT since 1990) and a Registered Yoga Teacher (since 2010).
I offer Massage Therapy including Deep Tissue, Lomi Lomi, Lymphatic, Swedish Massage, Pre-Natal, Thai Massage on the Table, and Reflexology.
I also offer Acupressure, CranioSacral, Energy Tuning (Reiki with tuning forks and Tibetan bowls), Massage Cupping Therapy, and Microcurrent Point Stimulation.
Maria also teaches aerial yoga classes here at the studio! Check out the Movement Studio page to learn more.
Currently, Maria is REQUEST-ONLY for massage at PMAB, so be sure and call us to book an appointment with her!
970-903-9278