Therapist Bios
Dea Henson
Background/Massage Techniques: Dea Henson received her first license in 1977 from Washington State after completing a 1,000 hour training program and licensing exam
In the years following she has pursued advanced continuing education and life experiences pertaining to massage, allowing her to work with people of all ages and walks of life.
The style of massage she uses is a customized harmonious blend of several techniques rooted in Swedish, Shiatsu (acupressure), Reflexology, and Neuro-Muscular Therapy.
In 2008 Dea was certified in Lomlomi Hawaiian massage.
An active member of the International Ortho-Bionomy Society Dea has studied this gentle but effective positional release technique since 1985.
A member of AMTA (American Massage Therapy Association)
214-893-0035 | dea_henson@hotmail.com
Cathy Pyle-O’Berg
Major: Skilled Touch, Texas Massage Institute (TMI), 2007
B.S., Art Education, Louisiana State University (LSU), 1982
Background/Massage Techniques:Having come from the education world, I transitioned in the mid 80’s into an office career. After working in the corporate environment of Graphics Arts, my journey with massage began. Massage has carried me across varied paths of alternative healing modalities; ultimately it has given me a new career. It was in seeking my own path to wholeness that I discovered a heart for helping others find their way to wellness and balance. Currently, I am utilizing the modalities of Chair Massage, Swedish Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Foot Reflexology, Pre-Natal Massage, Shiatsu and Hot Stone Massage to renew the health of those I serve.
Licensed to Practice Massage since 2007
Member Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP)
214-415-9600 | cpoberg@texasfolk.us
Susan Younger
Background/Massage Techniques: Susan K. Younger has been a licensed Massage Therapist since 1998 and began massage therapy as a second career after decades in design, architecture and corporate facility management. Her prior education was a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa in 1974.
After receiving her basic Swedish Massage Training from the Austin School of Massage Therapy, Susan continued with advance training in Myofascial Release certification from the C.O.R.E. Institute of Tallahassee, FL July 1999 and Myofascial Structural Integration certification in June 2000 from the C.O.R.E. Massage Institute of Knoxville, TN.
She counts the Anatomy Trains course work from Tom Myers as the most inspiring training that helps her visualize the connections throughout the body from head to toe. Often with this work you are able to understand that an ache in the shoulder or neck is as much effected by issues in feet and legs and not only isolated to the area most associated with pain.
All of her work is based on Myofascial Release and Structural Integration. Even in chair massage she is able to uses these techniques. Susan integrates other modalities she has added to her work throughout the years including Ortho-Bionomy, Acupressure, Trigger Point and Reflexology. This training gives her a unique perspective to work with clients to help them understand their own body and what issues they want to focus on in any session.
After years in corporate work environments she understands the pressures of overwhelming commitments and the effects of extended time frame spent sitting in front of a computer have on an individual to create tension we learn to ignore until it leave you feeling debilitated.
Susan is a professional member of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP).
214-677-7109 | skydallas@netzero.net
Patrick Kirk
Background/Massage Techniques: Patrick Kirk received his massage therapy license when he moved to Texas in 1994. He was born and raised in Northern Idaho, where silver mining and abundant outdoor adventures are still a way of life.
His focus is geared towards relieving aches and pains, while promoting overall healthy muscle performance. Patrick holds several certificates from ongoing massage education programs and is actively involved in the American Massage Therapy Association. He is also a service provider for several medical wellness and corporate programs.
Although accomplished in various specialized techniques and modalities, thorough deep tissue work remains an integral part of his preferred approach. His massages are definitely not in the “Fluff & Buff” category…
972-333-3338 | patrick@onthecreek.org
Gary Popken
Major: Winter's School of Massage, 1994
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas
B.S. Chemistry, Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas
Background/Massage Techniques: Basic Swedish and sports massage
Continuing education contact hours are now up to about 350 in various fields of massage including Tai, Ortho-Bionomy, Myofascial, Somatics, Postural Analysis, Craniosacral, Cadaver Workshops, Sports, Orthopedic and others.
Currently uses techniques that are a blend of the above with energetic techniques, Touch for Health (acupressure/massage/nutrition), Healing Touch, Strain Counter-Strain, Posture and Reiki.
The above techniques work well for neck pain, carpal tunnel and general pain relief. Therapeutic and specific deep tissue techniques are used to help with sports and music performance, along with sleep problems, old injuries and chronic headaches.
Worked a number of years in A/C design and in the petrochemical industry as an independent, straight commission salesman.
214-693-6707 | popkorn@airmail.net
George Sprague
Major: B.S. In chemistry, minor in math, University of Puerto Rico
Registered Massage Therapist, Hands On Therapy School, Mesquite
Military: Six years, US Army, Captain. Honorable discharge
Language: Fluent in Spanish
Hobbies/interests: Model & high power rocketry, martial arts, muscle cars, weight lifting.
Work History:
2000 to present: Massage therapy instructor, Hands On Therapy, Mesquite. Duties include preparation of curriculum to include source material and text books, power point presentation, examinations and answer keys, student evaluation and progress reports. Subject matters include anatomy and physiology, massage technique, Texas state law, business and ethics, health and hygiene, hydrotherapy and advance work on chair massage and carpal tunnel syndrome. Also conduct review classes for state board examination.
214-794-7569 | georgethemagician@gmail.com
Substitute Therapists
Robin Bennison
Major: M.S. in Kinesiology
Massage Specialties:
Chair Massage
Sports Massage
Deep Tissue
Trigger Point Therapy
Relaxation/ Swedish
Reflexology
C.I.A.R. Biomechanics of Strength Training
Licensed Massage Therapist since 1993
Member of Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals
214-986-8575 | rmbenny@gmail.com
Stan Brunson
Major: B.B.A., SMU Cox School of Business, 1983
Background/Massage Techniques: After 13 years in the business world selling corporate retirement plans, Massage became my path to health and wellbeing. I have focused my time in the study of The Asian Healing Arts with a concentration on Acupressure and self-care techniques. My intent is to help everyone realize their greatest health and wellbeing. My method blends Swedish massage with Acupressure and Thai Massage.
Licensed to Practice Massage since 1996
Member Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP)
214-392-7178 | kokopelli069@gmail.com
Kindra Nye
Major: B.S. in Business
Massage Specialties: Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Swedish/Relaxation, Pre-Natal Massage, Reflexology, Chair Massage
Licensed Massage Therapist since 1996
Member of International Massage Association
214-850-7878 | zuffo@sbcglobal.net
For additional information on Massage Therapy, please contact Gina Garcia at 214-768-4818
Bambi Blackburn
Major:: LMT Sterling Health Center, BA Psychology UTD 1989
Background/Massage Techniques: I have always enjoyed helping others. After working in the field of Psychology, I decided to take a more hands on approach to wellbeing. I become fascinated with the maladaptive behaviors of the body.
My multi-modality massage will relieve tension, restore symmetry, revitalize and relax.
Certifications: Deep tissue, sports, Trigger points, Reflexology, Myofacial Release, Swedish and Chair massage
214-808-7723 | bambiblackburn@aol.com
Machelle Davis
Background/Massage Therapist: I graduated from the Institute of Nature Healing Sciences on 1996. My decision to go to massage therapy school came after being in a car accident. As a result of this accident I was left with migraines, torn ligaments, back and neck problems. After trying various types of therapy; it wasn't until I started working with a massage therapist that I started to make progress towards recovery. This motivated me to want to pursue a career in massage therapy. I tailor my techniques to each clients needs. Specializing in sports massage, deep tissue, Swedish, myofacial, hot stone, stress, injuries (back, shoulder, neck), migraines, arthritis and sinus relief. I strive to help people of all ages, help reach their goals.
214-415-4990 | machelle4492@yahoo.com