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Staff Bio: Kris Martinez

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Kris Martinez is our Student Records Administrator and works in our Graduate Clinic at Adrian School of Massage.  Kris attended Hillsdale High School and graduated with honors before attending Adrian School of Massage.  When Kris isn't working at the school she sees clients at Thrive Massage in Tecumseh MI.  She likes to incorporate Swedish and Myo massage techniques into her sessions because she feels this combination gives a relaxing but still therapeutic massage.   What led you to the Adrian School of Massage? I was guided by a friend to be a student and it was the best advice I ever got!  I loved the people and the experience so much, I was excited to join the team when a position became available. Do you have any advice for those considering a career in massage therapy? Do it! But keep in mind, you have to be flexible and adaptable to many different scenarios. In one day you may see someone who wants light pressure and a relaxing massage...

Staff Bio: Ashley Wallace

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Ashley Wallace is one of our Student Clinic Supervisors at Adrian School of Massage!     After graduating from Madison High School, Ashley attended some classes at Owens Community College before becoming a student at the Ann Arbor Institute of Massage. In her professional practice she specializes in Swedish, Neuromucsuclar and Myofascial modalities. She also greatly enjoys working with expecting moms, lympathic drainage techniques and offers raindrop therapy!   Q: What led you to the Adrian School of Massage?  I love helping people. Christy is one of my good friends and she asked for help at the school so here I am!   Q: Do you have any advise for those considering a career in massage therapy?  Your career is what you make of it. Not everyone is going to like your style of massage but as long as a person is receiving a massage and the benefits of it he/she is good! Also remember, massage isn't just about the massage, you create a relationship ...