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Rachel in Minneapolis, MN + St. Paul, USA

Massage Therapist

I have practiced massage for over 15 years and continue to learn and evolve my treatment methodology. I graduated from the University of Minnesota with a BA in Psychology and Studio Arts(1998), and left feeling that balanced health consisted of more than talk therapy.

I continued my studies at the Aveda Institute(2001) in massage therapy, went on to intern with an Ayurvedic physician(2001), and followed that by intensive training at the Yoga Center(2007) for 2 levels of Thai massage. Most recently I went to Thailand to learn reflexology(2008) at the Old Medicine Hospital in Chiang Mai, and this past fall completed a certificate program at the American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine(2012) in TuiNa, or Chinese Medical Massage.

I practice a blend of the modalities that I know, and am able to treat patients, seated, laying down, clothed, or unclothed. I utilize massage as a relaxation method and to treat specific conditions such as depression, migraines, menstrual irregularities, fatigue, and chronic joint pain, as well as digestive issues, in addition to smoothing and declunking troublesome muscle groups. Massage allows the body to engage in healing itself through unblocking energetic pathways and stimulating organ systems to increase or decrease their activity.

Traditionally, Thai massage is done in loose clothing on a mat on the floor, it stretches the body and works through the energy meridians of the body in order to create balance throughout. TuiNa targets aches and pains and specific medical conditions though a deep systematic terrain, and is based in Traditional Chinese Medical Theory, best known for acupuncture here in the west. Swedish and Esalan massage modalities are deeply relaxing, and productive in allowing a freer flow of energy throughout the body with the use of oil and long flowing strokes and moving pressure.

In addition to my wonder and practice with the body/mind/spirit, I am also a painter and muralist. I love to read about theology, mysticism, and philosophy and to form a greater understanding of our place in this world through people.

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Christopher - Tour Manager (Bad Company)
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Luis - Manager of Maxwell
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Dream Theater tour manager Brad
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Anthrax Tour manager Paul
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War of the Worlds Tour manager Neil B.
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ROB ZOMBIE | PRODUCTION: Samantha Luettke
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Diana Krall TM Maria
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Matisyahu manager Jason
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Anthrax TM 2021 Ben W.
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Tyler the Creator Tour manager Tim Boardman
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Overtones Tour manager
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Tyler the Creator & Odd Future manager Brick
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Kristin Schloesser Tour Manager -Allyssa Edwards; Scream it lymi tour; Get Loud tour
“"We really like Denise (Boston Dotbot) she does a great job in Mass.... Of course all the therapists have been great on this run" Jan. 2014”
Gipsy Kings TM John
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Matthew - Production Coordinator (Lady Gaga)
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Sherri - Production Coordinator (Mannheim Steamroller)
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Hans Zimmer Production Manager David M.
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Perfume (Japanese Band)
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Becca- Tour Manager of Blippi: The Musical
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Joey F. Production manager Dave Koz Christmas tour
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Susan, Casting Crowns Tour Manager
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Steve Miller
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Experience Hendrix Tour
“I really liked working with you & the team and I liked how smoothly it went.”
Kenny S. - Production Manager (Trans Siberian Orchestra)
“"Thanks for the prompt service. Amy (Miami) was great!"”
Paul C. (Tour manager of the Hives)
“Dr. Dot is a life saver on tour.”
Rikki Rockett - Drummer of Poison
“Dot Stein I've used your services twice the last 2 months. Both times we were provided with responsive communication (yay Michele) and professional therapists who understood what my artists and dancers needed. The therapists were caring and competent. Thank you for the service you provide and your commitment to us out here on the road. Bravo!”
Christine M. Tour Manager of Nutcracker Moscow Dance Squad and RAIN
“I just wanted to say thanks for another great tour. Your folks were, per usual, wonderful. You provide a great service, and I appreciate it.”
Manager of Everlast
“Dear Dr Dot, Thank you for setting up Therapists along the way of our tour. THAT was a huge help to Band/Crew to keep them feeling better and fit! Thank you! Brad ”
Johnny Lang Tour manager Brad
“"Thank you so much. Abby (Dallas DotBot) was amazing. All are very pleased."”
Big Gigantic TM Katie