Said Parker has been a massage therapist for 17 years. He studied massage therapy at Missouri College in 2006-2007. He has worked on his own, in holistic modality centers, day spas, chiropractic clinics, and at open air events. He is trained in Swedish Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofacial Release, Reflexology, Prenatal Massage, and Deep Connective Tissue Therapy.
Said’s training and approach to bodywork is strategic in the alleviation of pain and strain by targeting those areas of concern with a knowledge of the muscles and tendons affected. He calls what he does “deep connective tissue therapy”, which translates as “connecting” with the musculature, being attentive to what the muscles are asking for, paying attention to how the muscles are reacting to touch and working accordingly. Working with the client’s energy, and not against it. Said’s goal is to connect with his client energetically first, with gentle strokes, getting a basic understanding of what the muscles feel like, while at the same time allowing his client to get comfortable with his touch. He says, “Once you are comfortable with the touch you’re receiving, you will feel relaxed and the muscles will follow suit and begin to relax.”
Then he will apply deeper pressure if needed to get the release response desired.