About Trisha
 

When I was about ten years old, I discovered The Complete Book of Massage on my parent's bookshelf and couldn't put it down. I remember being fascinated by the complexity of human anatomy and physiology and the relatively simple way in which massage therapy can help heal the body. I began practising the massage techniques that I learned from the book on my family and friends and was encouraged by their positive feedback. Then when I was around 12 years old, I began receiving regular chiropractic and massage treatments for scoliosis and was amazed at the positive effect that the healing therapeutic touch had on my back. I've been hooked ever since.

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Born and raised in California, I followed my dream and in 2004 began my massage training in the state of Missouri. I attended Orler School of Massage Therapy Technology and had an incredible teacher who taught me how massage could be used as a treatment for pain and imbalance in the body, not just for relaxation. It opened my eyes and gave me a foundation for the type of massage I continue to give to this day.

 

After working full-time as a massage therapist for a year, I decided to further my education and attended California State University Northridge. I earned my bachelor's degree in kinesiology (Sport Science). This complemented my massage career by giving me a greater understanding of human anatomy and physiology, and biomechanics. 

 

A few years later, I moved to Edinburgh, Scotland, where I worked full-time as a massage therapist alongside physiotherapists and chiropractors. It was a privilege to work with other health professionals and I gained more hands-on techniques to treat pain and imbalance in the body.

 

I eventually opened my first massage practice in Edinburgh and I enjoyed the freedom of working directly for my clients.  As demand increased, I hired 3 other therapists to work in the practice. At the end of 2014, I decided to close my business and move with my husband to the Netherlands where he accepted a job at Leiden University. 

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Shortly after our move to Leiden, I gave birth to my daughter, and about 4 years after that, I had my son. Being a stay-at-home mom for those years had its rewards and challenges but overall I have really enjoyed raising my children in the Netherlands. 

At last, in 2021 I was ready and able to restart my massage career and I began working as a sports massage therapist at Weleda City Spa in Oegstgeest. I was so happy to be doing what I love again. Then in early 2023, I had an opportunity to open up Revive Massage & Bodywork in Leiden. Once again, I am grateful for the freedom and flexibility of running my own practice and the ability to provide healing therapeutic massage to each client who walks through the door.