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Sonja in Minneapolis, MN + St. Paul, USA

Massage Therapist

My name is Sonja

I have lived and worked on the Monterey Peninsula for most of my life but now I live in Minneapolis,Minnesota. My first experience in the Health Care Industry started when my grandmother first opened a Residential Care Home in 1974. I helped her care for her elderly clients for over two decades until I decided to become a Health Care Practitioner myself.

My first coarse work was in 1992 when I became a Certified Massage Practitioner. I then completed a 2 year Pre-Med program from Monterey Peninsula College. When I finished a 4 year program at the Five Branches University in 2003, I received a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine.

I was fortunate enough to study with Frank He, a student of Miriam Lee, who was a leading pioneer for Acupuncture in the United States, in the 1970's. My focus was and still is Sports Medicine and Pain Management.

In 2008 I began to work in the Cruise Line Industry as an On Board Acupuncturist for Steiner Trans ocean Ltd. One requirement to work onboard an Ocean liner as an Acupuncturist is to offer the Guests free seminars during their cruise.

Due to the popularity of the seminars, I have had the opportunity to treat thousands of individuals for many different reasons.

The primary concerns I treated were usually for acute or chronic pain. Although I did numerous treatments for Facial Rejuvenation and Weight Loss.

My number one favorite thing to do after all the travel is to swim in the ocean. My new goal in life is to get a Scuba Dive license. I am in love with life and realize the privileges I have been bestowed and as I live and grow I can only hope to share my gift with others.

Feedback:

“"She rules. Our favorite yet. Let's have her every time"”
Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros TM Sam
“"thank you and your company for coming to our need and being very accessible to our artists and touring entourage and thank you for always being there for my band/crews over the years!"”
ROB ZOMBIE | PRODUCTION: Samantha Luettke
“Good morning! The last couple masseuses you guys sent out were so great! Thank you for all you do. -Ben”
Anthrax TM 2021 Ben W.
“"Thank you so much for the last minute request on our side. Best in the business!!!"”
Tyler the Creator & Odd Future manager Brick
“I only and will only use DOT BOTS!”
Sid Wilson (Slipknot)
“Lars (Stockholm Dotbot) took care of the band-members and left all in awe! He provided a table, towels etc which made it very easy to work with. Very on point and definitely made for an amazing show at night - thank you again! Romi (Prague Dotbot) came by, arrived early, was very well prepped (had her own table, scented candles, oils, towels) and had the brightest smile we'd seen in days! She took care of the band-members who all were left amazed and startled by her touch ;) Thanks Romana, def will hit you up next time round. Martijn Tour Manager - Ben Howard”
Martijn Tour Manager - Ben Howard
“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
“Thank you for all the great therapy over the touring year. I appreciate your professional staff and look forward to working with them again soon.”
Steve Miller
“Thank you.. Also.. The person that came out to our Chicago show (Ali) was amazing, and because of her i decided to look into getting more book for the tour. Thanks again Roger Nightwish - Tour Mg”
Nightwish Tour Manager Roger
“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
“"Thank you so much. The band was very happy and it was great to have someone show up with such short notice." ”
Odd Future manager
“I am very impressed with the Dr. Dot team! Your team is consistent, professional and give an outstanding massage. I like the idea that all Dot Bots are auditioned/tested before they get on the team.”
Carl (Madness)
“"We were absolutely delighted with your service- very many thanks. Cheers Simon"”
Perfume (Japanese Band)
“"Sheila in Detroit yesterday was AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!"”
Harry Connick Jr. Tour Manager
“Thanks so much for your help!!! We will be in touch for future tours!”
Susan, Casting Crowns Tour Manager
“Hi Dot! Yared enjoyed the massage very much! Talked about it all evening. Thank you again and I will contact you for any artist I will work with Best, Tom ”
Yared Dibaba Tour manager Tom C.
“Excellent. Loving your service - girls have been fantastic.”
John Nave (Tour Manager - Gipsy Kings)
“The Dot Bots are awesome. I send one email and one magically appears no matter where we are in the country.”
Demun - Singer of Rehab
“Dr. DOT is the best. She has this ability to relate to everyone somehow and is so passionate about massage, what other boss do you know comes out and does massage, obviously she only hires the best.”
Jeremy (Bassist of Paramore)
“"They were very pleased, excellent job. Thanks again"”
Empire of the Sun TM Tim
“Jeff Wayne has really taken to all the massage’s he had so far from your team. Roland in Cardiff was great / Jeff and Jason Donovan both had massage’s from him and both said how good he was. Cheers, Neil Brighouse Tour Manager”
War of the Worlds Tour manager Neil B.
“"Very pleased with the service, cheers Dot"”
Overtones Tour manager
“Denise, Denver, Colorado DotBot was the Best Ever!”
Gypsy, Tour manager of Behemoth
“Your company has really helped me out on tour.”
Brendan Ekstrom - Guitar (Circa Survive)
“I would never get a massage anywhere else except through Dr. Dot with her team; they are all excellent.”
Rob Halford (Singer of Judas Priest)
“"thanks a lot for your help during our tours"”
Zucchero tour manager Laura
“"Once again, Dr Dots comes thru! Thanks!"”
Victor Wooten PM/TM Jack T.
“"Thanks Dr. Dot! You're the best!"”
Rancid tour manager Cris
“I want to thank you for coming through these last couple of times Dot. Your team has been completely professional and nothing short of stellar.”
Luis - Manager of Maxwell
“I am amazed at how efficient your team is. Bravo!”
Helen PMA Lady Gaga tour