Elizabeth Forest holds a 610-hour Massage Therapist and Health Educator certificate from the National Holistic Institute, California. She is a Professional Member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), and has been practicing massage therapy since 1995.
Elizabeth uses swedish massage ranging from firmly gentle to deep tissue, to reduce muscular soreness and increase the body’s circulation. She also uses shiatsu techniques that include gentle stretching and acupressure, which is using finger pressure to hold acupuncture points promoting the flow of “Chi”, or Life Force, through the body’s energy pathways. Breathing cues and energy work are also incorporated in a massage session to help you relax and unwind. You can also have crystal therapy to help balance the subtle energies of the body.
Elizabeth has also received training in Oncology Massage. In Oncology Massage we use a specialized protocol that addresses our clients personal needs based on the effects of their cancer, their cancer treatment history, and their current health condition on the day of the massage. Cancer and cancer treatment have strong and unique effects on the body and it is important that the massage therapy session be adapted to these effects, and Elizabeth has the training to do this safely and effectively.
Elizabeth is a Dietary Coach who focuses on whole food nutrition. She has more than 14 years experience working in the health food industry. She also teaches vegetarian cooking classes focusing on gluten free and allergy adaptations. Elizabeth holds a 100-hour Clinical Nutritional Consultant certificate from Blue Heron Academy of Kalamazoo, Michigan. She also completed over 100 hours of yoga teacher training through Yoga Fit.
Gift certificates are available for purchase. Please contact Elizabeth at (269) 615-0860 or elizabeth@elizabethforestwellness.com.