My journey

I started out as a high school science teacher, where I quickly learned that being in front of a room full of people was not for me.  I took my love for the biological sciences and found a place in physical therapy.  After 10 years, I found myself wanting more quality time with my clients, wanting to allow space for their story and their experience.  I left PT and opened a massage studio, learning how to hold space and to listen, both to the person and to their body.

I continue to seek experiences that expand my perspective as a practitioner.  My own health journey has provided that pathway.  I have a passion for running.  Due to a childhood injury, I struggle with normal function of my low back and hip when running.  I continually seek treatment for these chronic issues.  While working with a Visceral Manipulation practitioner, I discovered that the viscera (organs) held some of the missing pieces to my puzzle.  My healing progressed to a whole new level by releasing restrictions within the gut that were affecting the mobility of my lower back and hip.  I was so enthralled with this world of the viscera that I have integrated visceral and neural work into my practice.

The other main modality that I have integrated into my practice is Sourcepoint Therapy. Sourcepoint Therapy reconnects us to our energetic template for health and well-being, restoring order and balance to our systems.

Due to my wandering path, I have an eclectic background of continuing education drawing on Craniosacral Therapy, Myofascial Release Therapy, Muscle Energy Techniques, Yoga, and Somatic Bodywork.

Ella’s story…..

My Approach

When a person is stressed, the digestive, musculoskeletal, and nervous systems tend to be ignored and we find ourselves struggling. We experience unexplained aches and pains, difficulty sleeping, and problems with digestion. This can contribute to increased anxiety as the body/mind/spirit connection is out of sync.

I believe in listening to the body and honoring its messages. Our bodies know what they need to heal. However, there are times when we are overwhelmed and need extra help clearing pathways toward healing. My work helps to clear these pathways, allowing the body/mind/spirit to find balance and flow, which leads to healing.

Education

Visceral/Neural Manipulation Classes (ongoing training with the Barral Institute)

Sourcepoint Practitioner

Massage Therapy Certification

MS Physical Therapy (CU Health Sciences Center)

BS Zoology and BS Secondary Science Education (University of Wyoming)

2020-Present

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  • “Ella has been an integral part of helping me manage my chronic pain for over 10 years. She has an incredible ability to listen and connect to what the body needs. I not only experience a release of tension and pain, but she also helps me center my body and mind as a whole.”

    - G.D.

  • “My body is considered medically complex and often misunderstood by health care providers. But Ella, with her healing hands, listens to my body and understands its challenges. Routine sessions with Ella bring peace to my body-mind and provide me with access to my best self and my best life!”

    - K.S.

  • “I appreciate that Ella approaches the whole person, not just the most prominent issues. I have consistently left in notably better shape than my arrival, whether I’ve come with issues of my energy, my joints, my muscles, my gut, and more.”

    - P.C.

  • “Through her years of education and experience, Ella has become uniquely intuitive about what the human body needs. She is able to use her insight to provide effective treatment and, most importantly, translate her knowledge into meaningful guidance for her clients.”

    D.B.

  • “My physical therapist referred me to Ella. I am retired and have corrosive osteoarthritis, rheumatism, and hEDS 3. I’ve always lived with and manage pain. Ella’s therapeutic touch is a key reason why I feel better now than I did 20 years ago.”

    - M.S.

  • "I've known Ella for many years and keep returning because of her compassionate, gentle, and intuitive bodywork. She has helped resolve issues after injury, surgery, and issues related to muscle spasm and bad posture. I am always grateful."

    - S.K.

  • "I see Ella as my wellness practitioner who, for over ten years, has not only treated my chronic back issues successfully, but has taught me how to care for my whole wellness. Under her care, I have learned how to prevent more severe health issues from occurring."

    - D.W.

  • "Ella brings intuition, technical knowledge, and deep healing talents together in a beautiful way. She has supported me in moving through and beyond many lifetime challenges. I am so grateful for her consistent attention and support in my life."

    - B.K.

  • "I feel so fortunate to have Ella in my life. Our sessions have been extremely helpful to me. Ella has wealth of anatomical and physiological knowledge and she employs her laser focused intuition in her work. On top of all of that, she is a kind soul who truly wants to help people."

    P. N.