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Rose Adams, LMT
Rio Massage and Wellness
About Rose Adams, LMT
Rose’s belief and intention with doing Therapeutic Massage for over 35 years has been to provide a safe space for her clients to let go of everyday stress and be in the present moment with their own body, mind and spirit. Whether that be living with a chronic health condition, caretaking for a loved one, experiencing the many different stages of life and the challenges that come along with it.
Rose’s experience working with people dealing with medical conditions includes working as a massage therapist at Flagstaff Medical Center. During this time, she worked with the cancer center, as well as all around the hospital, including, woman’s and infants, orthopedics, hospice, pre- and post-surgical, and the intensive care unit. After working for nearly a decade in the healthcare system, it was time to come back and work in the community.
In addition to her massage practice, Rose teaches Tai Chi and Qigong in the Flagstaff community. She is a Level 3 instructor with over 200 hours of practicum study with the Institute of Integral Tai Chi and Qigong. She teaches locally around Flagstaff and has classes and workshops she offers at Birch District Wellness. Tai Chi and Qigong have helped Rose create Alchemy between her massage practice and community wellness. These ancient mindfulness practices support self-care and self-determination of our own health and well-being.
As a massage educator, Rose has taught at ASIS (Arizona School of Integrative Studies) and Elevated Education of Northern Arizona including a current class: Modifications in Oncology Massage with Acupressure, Reflexology, and Manual Lymphatic Drainage.
Using a holistic approach in each session, incorporating stress reduction, pain management and relaxation; techniques may include Swedish massage, acupressure, reflexology, cranio-sacral, lymphatic massage, polarity, muscle sculpting, Tui Na and more. Certifications include Massage for People Living with Cancer, Breast Cancer Rehabilitation, Pregnancy and Infant Massage and Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Reflexology, Gua Sha and Cupping.
While bringing her extensive experience and number of techniques to each session, she also encourages and supports you to incorporate daily activities that will support your continued wellness.
Creating peace in the world and less suffering is a goal I strive to achieve each day.