About Me...I'm Maria Ferrari & I love Massage!
I have always felt a tremendous call on my life to help others. If I can
improve the quality of someone's day, even in small measure, it blesses
me greatly. My goal is that everyone I treat experiences measurable
improvement.
My interest in massage therapy began many years ago when I chronically
experienced skeletomuscular strain/pain due to over-use, stress, and
tension. Through Massage Therapy, I found tremendous relief and
healing, and I wanted to be able to offer this to others.
I pursued my massage education at Hawaii Healing Arts College, in
beautiful Kailua, (Oahu), HI, where my basic massage education consisted
of 600 hours of classroom and clinical training combined. I am always
expanding my training through ongoing continuing education.
My academic course work at the school gave me a solid grasp of anatomy,
physiology, and kinesiology, and an understanding and appreciation of
the many benefits of massage therapy. My clinical practicum helped me to
perfect my Swedish relaxation massage, acquire discerning palpation
skills, and develop my abilities in Deep Tissue work.
After graduating from HHAC, I enjoyed an advanced internship in the
school's clinic while I prepared to take both the Hawaii State Board Exam,
and the National Board Exam for Massage Therapy. I also became a
Teacher's Assistant at the school. These experiences helped to build my
confidence as a therapist, and really polish my skills as a professional.
improve the quality of someone's day, even in small measure, it blesses
me greatly. My goal is that everyone I treat experiences measurable
improvement.
My interest in massage therapy began many years ago when I chronically
experienced skeletomuscular strain/pain due to over-use, stress, and
tension. Through Massage Therapy, I found tremendous relief and
healing, and I wanted to be able to offer this to others.
I pursued my massage education at Hawaii Healing Arts College, in
beautiful Kailua, (Oahu), HI, where my basic massage education consisted
of 600 hours of classroom and clinical training combined. I am always
expanding my training through ongoing continuing education.
My academic course work at the school gave me a solid grasp of anatomy,
physiology, and kinesiology, and an understanding and appreciation of
the many benefits of massage therapy. My clinical practicum helped me to
perfect my Swedish relaxation massage, acquire discerning palpation
skills, and develop my abilities in Deep Tissue work.
After graduating from HHAC, I enjoyed an advanced internship in the
school's clinic while I prepared to take both the Hawaii State Board Exam,
and the National Board Exam for Massage Therapy. I also became a
Teacher's Assistant at the school. These experiences helped to build my
confidence as a therapist, and really polish my skills as a professional.
I returned to the mainland a few years ago, settling in beautiful Santa Barbara, where I work at an amazing
hotel spa, as well as having a growing private practice. In addition to being a Massage and Spa enthusiast,
I am an avid hiker and photographer
hotel spa, as well as having a growing private practice. In addition to being a Massage and Spa enthusiast,
I am an avid hiker and photographer
| Full Moon Rising, Oahu Hawaii |
| Blue Crush Pipeline, Oahu hawaii |
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| Kailua Beach, Oahu Hawaii |
| Honolulu from Diamond Head, Oahu Hawaii |
c 2009 Maria Ferrari Photography
c 2009 Maria Ferrari Photography
c 2009 Maria Ferrari Photography
c 2009 Maria Ferrari Photography
