Laura Wallace LMT, RYT

I received my training at Cumberland Institute for Holistic Massage in Brentwood, TN and at Kali Yuga Yoga in East Nashville. I hold a BA in theater and social science and a Masters in Teaching from Bennington College in Vermont. I have always been drawn to the workings of the human body and it’s is connection to the mind and spirit. For over 15 years I have studied the mind-body-spirit relationship through the lens of the visual and performing arts, cooking and farming, teaching and various therapeutic modalities. I bring this dedication and wealth of experience to my massage and yoga sessions today.

In my massage sessions, I integrate the modalities of Swedish, Deep Tissue, Craniosacral and Acupressure. I tailor bodywork sessions to address the unique physical conditions and acute ailments of my client, while holding their emotional and spiritual well-being to be central to the healing process. I am committed to combining anatomy based, pain relieving techniques with intentional work that addresses the nuanced nature of our complexity and the mind-body-spirit quality of our humanity.

One-on-one yoga sessions are centered in Vinyasa Flow Yoga with an emphasis on breathing techniques and healthy alignment. Private yoga sessions can be wonderfully beneficial to those new to yoga as well seasoned practicioners as a way to grow in confidence, create a healthy foundation for attending group classes, and to form a discipline for life-long home practice. I create unique asanas (groups of movements) that address the client’s particular background, present needs, and goals. Because of the undivided attention paid to a student in a private yoga session, one often delves quickly into deeper dialogue with their intentions, fears, and hopes within their practice, bringing greater clarity, rootedness and capacity for loving kindness in their daily life.

No matter your age, background, injuries or abilities, yoga and massage can aid in your journey to deeper strength, courage and joy. Everyone is welcome.
I look forward to working with you.