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Expert Profile: Rachel Estelle

Expertise:  For CMT's I am happy to answer questions about marketing your massage business, growing your clientele, advertising, time management, finding information on the internet to connect with other therapists, mentor massage students, For Clients: I can explain what a particular modality of massage is, help you pick the type/modality of massage that is best for you,

Experience in the area
I have owned my own massage therapy practice for the last four years and have been working as a massage therapist for five years. I have worked in spas, done out-calls, private spa parties, chair massage at events such as the Nike Womens Marathon, Bioneers Festival, and for employee appreciation days at companies such as Chevron, First National Bank, and Software Startups.

Organizations
Associated Bodyworkers and Massage Professionals, San Francisco School of Massage, Day Spa Association, Althea Corrin Salon / Spa.

Publications
RachelEstelle.com, Spalutions.com, SpaClientele.com, spa-college.com

Education/Credentials
I have certifications and education in several modalities of massage: swedish, shiatsu, acupressure, reflexology, reiki I, trigger point, pregnancy massage, aromatherapy, vibrational and energy healing, sound therapy, deep tissue, sports massage. I participate in continuing education. I have worked at two different vocational schools selling Massage Therapy Programs to interested students. I do guest public speaking at schools to give information on "how to run your own massage therapy business".

Awards and Honors
Several certifications in a variety of massage modalities, business license, certifications for assistant teaching, college degree.

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Prestige Points: 230
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Timeliness   10.0   Best of the best
Politeness   10.0   Best of the best
Number Of Questions
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0
Max Questions to be Asked
(in 24 Hour period)
5
Total Questions
(since joining AllExperts)
17
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User Comments
Thank you for your very nice detailed answer. I appreciate it.
(Terry on 09/21/08)
Thank you so much. I appreciate the help.
(Dave on 08/09/08)
Thank you so much for answering my questions and all the information you gave me! You were very helpful and thanks for suggesting the name regarding,
(Ashley on 07/25/08)
The response I received was detailed and informative and I thank you very much!
(Vicky on 05/22/08)
Thank you very much for your input! It will be very helpful for me! I really appreciate it! Vicki
(Vicki on 05/22/08)
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Recent Answers from Rachel Estelle
2008-08-09  Question from a massage therapist Thank you for your question. No this particular situation has never happened to me. I interview all my clients before I choose to work with them. Please do not put yourself in an uncomfortable position...
2008-07-28  leg Renee, thank you for you question. Without seeing or feeling your "knots" I cannot be certain of what your issue is. Even though your "knots" do not hurt, I would definitely go to your general physician...
2008-06-17  VTCT Thank you for your question Lily. I am sorry but I am unfamiliar with what the acronym "VTCT" stands for. Can you clarify what that means? Maybe I can be more help after I am sure what "VTCT" stands for...
2008-05-22  table cleaning solutions Thank you for your question. I usually wipe down my table and countertops with a hot towel. I know that Tea Tree is an anti fungal and a bit of that essential oil with hot water would work really well...
2008-05-18  gloves Thank you for your question. YES you can purchase disposable gloves at most massage therapy stores. You should definatly protect your hands if you feel you are working with a client who has something...
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