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Brian Coniglio*, L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B.
Brian has taught courses in Anatomy and Physiology, Kinesiology, and
Massage at Educating Hands since 1989. He holds a B.A. in education from
Lehman College, N.Y.C. Brian manages our Student Services Department and practices mainly Deep Tissue Massage and Neuromuscular Therapy.
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Sarianna Elo, L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B., M.S., P.T.
Sarianna, a native of Helsinki, Finland, graduated from Helsinki IV College for Health Care Professionals with a degree in Physical Therapy and Massage Therapy. She holds a B.S. in Professional Sciences with a concentration in Education from St. Joseph's College of Maine, and a M.S. in Psychology from California Coast University. Sarianna comes to Educating Hands with over 20 years experience in the field. Her integrated approach draws from her experiences in a diverse array of work and educational settings. Currently, Sarianna teaches Kinesiology, CECs, Swedish and other massage classes, Ethics, Supportive Touch, and serves as a supervisor at the Student Clinic.
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Sandy Friedland*, L.M.T.
Sandy's approach-MDMATM (Multi Dimensional Movement Arts) is
spiritual, Holistic & eclectic with a special focus on energetic flow,
vibratory frequency & dynamic balancing. She 'plays' holographically at
a table... on the floor... in the water using sound, light, oil, color,
crystals, essences, magnets, intention, movement, verbalization,
visualization... Her work/teaching explores the mystery of the 'body' &
reflects a background in anthropology, philosophy, psychology with the
wisdom of Craniosacral Therapy, Connective Tissue Unwinding, Polarity,
Reflexology, Shiatsu, Trager® & Oriental Medicine. She is co-author
of TouchAbilitiesTM, our core massage text.
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Paula Garcia Di Niro*, L.M.T.
Born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Paula earned a Master's Degree in Public Relations from Universidad Argentina de la Empresa. She taught English for over 12 years. Since graduating from Educating Hands in 2005, Paula has worked as a Licensed Massage Therapist maintaining a private practice mainly focused on Swedish Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy and Reiki healing. She teaches Kinesiology and Palpation, Commonly Encountered Conditions, Anatomy and Physiology and some massage classes.
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Dava Michelson*, L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B., M.A.C.
Dava Michelson is an Acupuncture Physician licensed in the State of
Florida. She holds a Masters Degree in Acupuncture (M.A.C.) and a
Certificate in Chinese Herbal Studies from the Academy For Five Element
Acupuncture in Hallandale, FL. She is nationally certified by the
National Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
(NCCAOM) as a Diplomate in Acupuncture (DipLAc.). She has been on the
faculty of Educating Hands School of Massage since 1995. She is
certified in Zero Balancing and has trained in the therapeutic use of
Bach Flower Remedies. Dava's love and study of nature began at age 12 in
classes at the Brooklyn Museum Art School, an exploration that led to a
Bachelors of Fine Arts degree from Antioch College.
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Richard Schekter*, L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B.
Richard comes to Educating Hands with a background as a scientist - a
Marine Biologist and Biological Oceanographer at the University of
Miami. As a Licensed Massage Therapist, Richard maintains a private
practice, works in a prestigious hotel spa and is one of the core
therapists at Educating Hands Professional Massage Therapy Clinic.
Richard teaches several classes at Educating Hands, mainly in Anatomy
and Physiology, Commonly Encountered Conditions and Massage.
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Alex Somoano*, L.M.T.
Alex holds a B.S. in Liberal Studies with concentrations in Biology,
Health and Physical Sciences from the University of Central Florida. Since graduating from Educating Hands in 1999, he has maintained a private therapeutic massage practice. In 2006 he began working with the Miami City Ballet. His bodywork approach is inquisitive in nature, firmly rooted in presence, sensitivity and intuitive flow. Alex serves as Director of Admissions and teaches classes in Kinetics, Body Mechanics and Full Body Massage.
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Joanna Torrens*, L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B., B.S., C.P.T.
Joanna holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology with a concentration in Strength and Conditioning from Florida International University. Joanna graduated from Educating Hands in 2005 and is currently teaching Kinesiology. She takes a particular interest in studying human movement, postural imbalances and hopes to combine her massage and exercise education to help people feel better and healthier.
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Ed Wilson, Ph.D., L.M.T.
Ed comes with 20 years teaching experience in the university system at
Syracuse University, Virginia Tech and Florida State University, where
he specialized in teaching courses in the field of marriage, family
relations and family therapies. Since joining the bodywork community, he
has accumulated 26 years worth of experience in Swedish Massage,
Reflexology and Neuromuscular Therapy. Ed has developed a certification program in Reflexology, which he teaches in our continuing education offerings. He also teaches massage, Florida Law and History in our basic program.
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Tracy Wright*, L.M.T, N.C.T.M.B.
Tracy has been affiliated with Educating Hands since 1996, first as a
student and now as a teacher of Hydrotherapy. She does bodywork in local
spas as well as privately and although people are her main clientele,
her specialty and true love is animal massage. She uses her 20+ years of
animal husbandry and education to promote this unique genre of
massage.
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Administrative
Staff
Owner & Director:
Iris Burman
L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B.
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Admissions Director:
Alexis Somoano*
L.M.T.,N.C.T.M.B.
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Admissions
Assistant Director:
Jackie Ferrerosa*
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Director of
Continuing Education:
Lolo Karam
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Class Mentor:
Crystal Loicano
L.M.T.
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Receptionist:
Maria Teresa Victoriano
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Bookstore
Staff
J.C. Curry*,
L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B.
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Guest
Teachers
Nick Chitty*, L.M.T., C.N.M.T. - Neuromuscular Therapy
Patrick Fay, D.C. - Positional Release
Jose Fernandez*, L.M.T., N.C.T.M.B., C.N.M.T. - Neuromuscular
Therapy
L.M.T. - Licensed Massage Therapist
* - Graduate of Educating Hands
N.C.T.M.B. - Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and
Bodywork
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