Jen earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training from Russell Sage College in Troy, NY, in 1993. She went on to complete her massage therapy training at the esteemed Bancroft School of Massage Therapy in Worcester, MA.
She holds advanced certifications in Clinical Sports Massage, Orthopedic Massage, Myofascial Release, Active Isolated Stretching, and Flexibility Training. Additionally, she is a certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner through the Kinesio Taping Association International. Jen is a proud professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association.
Specializing in clinical sports massage, orthopedic massage and injury recovery, myofascial release, and chronic pain management, Jen brings over 30 years of experience to her practice. She believes that listening to her clients and conducting thorough assessments are essential to developing personalized treatment plans. Her goal is to help clients prioritize regular massage therapy as a cornerstone of their wellness, empowering them to take control of their health and achieve optimal well-being.
Jen began her massage career in 1996 at the Southern Saratoga YMCA in Clifton Park, NY, where she served as both a certified YMCA strength training instructor and massage therapist. She spent 24 years as a Sports Massage Instructor at the Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy in Albany, NY.
For 11 years, Jen served as the Sports Massage Therapist for the University at Albany’s Athletic Program, working with numerous championship teams. Her extensive event experience includes providing sports massage at the Ironman USA Triathlon in Lake Placid, the Boston Marathon, and Freihofer’s Run for Women in Albany, NY. She has also served as Captain of the Massage Tent at Ironman USA for over 21 years.
Jen’s dedication and impact have been recognized with several awards, including the 2001 “Outstanding Achiever Award” and the 2022 “Sports Massage Achiever Award” from the New York State chapter of the American Massage Therapy Association, as well as the “Entrepreneur of the Year” Award from the Southern Saratoga Chamber of Commerce.