Barbara English, RN, Cht, LMT, CA

Massage Therapy and Hypnotherapy

Mon - Fri, by appointment

Barbara's Story: Barbara first earned her Nursing degree in 1989. After several years in the nursing field, she attended a conference on holistic nursing where she was introduced to the idea of becoming a Licensed Massage Therapist. When she arrived home from the conference, a letter from a Massage Therapy school was waiting for her. At the same time, the hospital she worked for was applying for a grant which would provide massages for oncology patients. It seemed everything fell into place for her to step into the field of Massage Therapy.

In addition to her studies in Massage Therapy, Barbara is a Certified Hypnotherapist. She has studied in both Arizona and Oregon. Besides her work at the Northwest Health and Healing Center, she continues to work half-time as a registered nurse in the O.R.

Treatment Philosophy & Techniques: Barbara feels that if we can reduce stress, our bodies can heal. Discomfort is a result of the stress held in our mind or our muscles and massage helps us to release these stresses. Barbara treats each patient with the techniques which will benefit them most. Among her specialties are Swedish Massage, Lomi Lomi, Cranial Sacral, Bowen, Reiki, and Hot Stone Massage.

Through Hypotherapy, Barbara says one can access the most powerful tool in the world, the mind, and achieve their highest dreams. The process of Hypnotherapy opens up a conversation whereby you can relate to yourself as a best friend. As with her Massage Therapy practices, treatment is individualized for each client.

Barbara has worked with Dr. Sorah since 2001, when Kelly Crosby recommended she join the team.

Outside of Work: Barbara spends her time gardening and cooking.