Experiences and explorations
Shanda’s interest in bodywork began in an anatomy class in college. Curious about the inner workings of the human body, she decided to pursue this new passion, which has evolved into a dedicated lifelong study of the body and healing arts.
Since obtaining her massage license in 1999, Shanda has continued to explore a variety of modalities with numerous mentors, cutting-edge professors, doctors, and other bodywork therapists, all in an effort to bring greater balance and healing to her clients, both humans and horses.
Shanda reads the needs of each individual client and customizes the session by combining multiple skills and methods. By working to balance the nervous system and allow stored tension to release in the body, her unique and integrative approach ensures a deep change in the individual’s well-being.
Her journey with horses began at an equine therapy program where she first experienced a profound connection to horses. Connecting with horses through bodywork quickly became an interest that she continued to explore. From sound therapy to rehabilitation strategies, Shanda believes in working with horses on a deeply intuitive level, allowing any resistance to melt away and maximum healing to take place.
Certifications
Texas Woman's University, BS, Communication Disorders and Sciences
Massage Institute and Healing Arts Center, LMT
Midwest Natural Healing for Animals, CESMT
Qualifications
Qualifications are always an ongoing process! The learning never stops. Here is a sample list of classes and seminars taken:
Gross Anatomy/Dissection Lab - Parker College of Chiropractic
Flowtrition Practitioner - 5 levels - Dr. Lance Wright
Reiki Practitioner - 3 levels - Yvonne Moura, Ty Hudnall
Longtime student of Biomechanics Specialist, Jillian Kreinbring. Completed and revisited all 3 courses (ongoing study)
Student of Stephanie Grant-Millham, Master of Classical Dressage
EQ50 Anatomy Course - Equinology
Cranialsacral - Upledger Institute
Myofacial Release - Dr. Jeff Rockwell
Myofacial Release (equine) - Morgan Billings
Masterson Method - Jim Masterson
Sure Foot Pad Education - Wendy Murdoch
Anatomy Trains - Tom Meyers
Myofacial Kinetic Meridians in Horses -
Equus -SomaTTouch - Linda Tellington Jones
Horse Speak - Sharon Wilsie
Equine Nutrition - Dr. Juliet Getty