Welcome! I’m Ankeen.

My practice is rooted in a deep understanding of the nervous system and how pathology can stem from chronic dysregulation. My consideration of this premise lends itself to my training, to result in deep, thorough, and effective treatment.

I firmly believe in the efficacy and power of relaxing touch.

My training is rooted in Swedish relaxation massage. Swedish massage, in combination with the other modalities I bring together — cupping therapy, acupressure, and myofascial release—allow for deep musculoskeletal work, while also regulating the autonomic nervous system.

I have been offering massage therapy for over 7 years. Alongside my massage therapy practice, I have been offering health & wellness coaching for 13 years. My massage & bodywork practices incorporate all aspects of my offerings as a wellness coach - active listening, offering guidance with nutrition & herbal support, breath-work, and stretches.

It’s been an honor to build my practice from the ground up through sincere connections. The highlight of my practice is getting to know my clients and aiding their healing journeys. It’s my humble joy to connect to those I work with through their struggles & accomplishments—and all the steps between.

I offer lymphatic drainage / post op, prenatal massage, swedish massage with/without cupping therapy, zen shiatsu, as well as a series of facial offerings: buccal massage, intraoral tmj massage, and ayurvedic face massage.

I am a NBC Health and Wellness Coach, a NYS Licensed Massage Therapist, and a Certified Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist.

EDUCATION

2024 - 2025 Certification in Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder Technique)
Academy of Lymphatic Studies

2022 - 2023 Diploma and NYS Licensure in Massage Therapy, Zen Shiatsu
Pacific College of Health and Sciences

2019 - 2020 Diploma in Massage Therapy, Myofascial Therapy, Cupping Therapy
American Institute of Alternative Medicine

2017, 2019 Certification in Ayurvedic Nutrition, Bodywork, Pathology
Kerala Ayurveda Academy

2015 -2017 Masters in Health and Wellness Coaching: Nutrition, Integrative Health Practices, Stress Management
Maryland University of Integrative Health