About Daisy
As sappy as it sounds, I became a therapist to help folks who were suffering. For 10 years (1981-1990), I was part of a legal team representing clients who had been injured through no fault of their own. I met and interviewed people who really suffered serious and debilitating chronic pain, sometimes for years. I wanted to find a way to help them. This led to my becoming a Reiki Master and attaining my massage license.
Over the years, I have worked with hundreds of clients seeking relief from pain associated with physical injury, emotional and/or psychological trauma. I create a safe, respectful space for them and we work in tandem toward their recovery. I use both massage and energy work depending on the need. It is quite rewarding to participate in and witness the positive effect on someone’s health and wellbeing. I’m lucky to be able to practice what I love.
License and Education information
Education/Training:
- Boise State University - 1974.
- Eastern Washington University – 1984.
Massage & Energy Work:
- Certified Reiki Master - 1992.
- Certified Reiki Teacher - 1995.
- Certified & Licensed Massage Therapist - 1995.
- Certified Sports Injury Therapist - 1995.
- Certified in Soft Tissue Release - 2001.
- Certified Practitioner in The Reconnection - 2005.
- Certified Practitioner in Chinese Energetic Medicine - 2008.
- Anam Cara Program (hospice care), ongoing since 2008.
Dance:
- Certified Soul Motion Artisan 1999-2002.
- Continuum (ongoing) 2004.
Professional Affiliation & Licensing
- American Massage Therapy Association, Member since 1994.
- Washington License #MA8442.
Basic Bio:
- Grew up in Oregon, oldest of six children.
- Attended parochial schools in Oregon & Idaho.
- Boise State University, Eastern Washington University.
- Moved to Washington in 1977.
- Worked in law (PI – Plaintiff & Attorney General) 1980-1999.
- Moved to Tacoma in 1997. Opened and maintained Cedar Street Clinic since 1999.
- Has facilitated Soul Motion classes continuously since 1999; co-taught Faces of The Feminine (yoga & dance) with Diane Bunting (www.yoga-with-shamsher.com) in Gig Harbor and Tacoma (1999-2001).
- Co-owner with Ellen Zalewski of Rhythms Healing Arts Center (www.nortacfamilymassage.com) (2005-2007).
- Married, four sons; 1 stepson and stepdaughter.