Today we’d like to introduce you to Amber Lester.
Hi Amber, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
In 2006 I was injured very badly in a car accident. I had a traumatic brain injury multiple soft tissue injuries which resulted in needing to use a cane to get around for a couple of years. I was in so much pain, all the time, that my nervous system couldn’t give attention to anything but surviving. It went on for so long I almost lost hope.
Then I met a massage therapist and an herbalist that together helped me get out of fight or flight so my body could repair. Finally. That began my journey into holistic health.
I learned about herbal medicine, aromatherapy, and ended up going to massage school in 2009.
Since then I have developed a Therapeutic Relaxation practice specializing in pain-free deep tissue massage and Therapeutic Relaxation using a mind body spirit wellness approach, beginning with nervous system regulation.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Initially, the biggest challenge was that my body was still very broken when I started school.
Over the years, I have gotten stronger and I continue to learn about new ways to help my old injuries. Our bodies have an amazing capacity to heal if they are given the right tools and support.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about A Perfect Blend Massage and CE?
I specialize in pain-free deep tissue massage and therapeutic relaxation. Many people have the misconception that it has to hurt to work or that deep tissue equals deep pressure.
However the textbook definition of deep tissue massage is that it is “a slow methodical process that gets to the deepest attachments and muscle bellies without setting off the bodies defenses.”
This definitely means that it should not hurt, because pain and force are what set the body into defense mode.
The technique that I have developed melts through layer by layer, working with the waves of the fascia, bringing the nervous system into safety and stimulating the lymphatic system which helps to detoxify the body.
I work intuitively and intentionally. My goal is to investigate and respond.
I have had advanced training in Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Aromatherapy, Prenatal, Thai Massage, Sound Healing, Reiki, and Hot Stone Therapy.
I am also an Educator, Writer and Artist.
We love surprises, fun facts and unexpected stories. Is there something you can share that might surprise us?
Most people with never guess the physical or emotional hardships that I have been through and recovered from. I spent over two years walking with a cane and only getting out of bed when I had to. I had almost completely lost hope of ever having any type of productive or satisfying life. I was ready to give up so many times. But I am so glad that I did not.
We have such an amazing capacity to heal as human beings. And I am living proof.
Pricing:
- $100 an hour for Massage or Reiki
- NCBTMB Approved Classes for LMTs
- Available for Events and Office and Spa Parties
- A Perfect Blend Products
Contact Info:
- Website: https://Apbce.com
