About the Practitioner

Sandy received her diploma from The Onondaga School of Therapeutic Massage and is licensed and registered with New York State. She currently resides in Greece, NY, with her husband, Mike. She has always lived in the Rochester area and loves it here.

I have always worked, and volunteered, with and for people with disabilities. I believe there is no perfect body; every person is just that - a PERSON. Every massage should be tailored to the specific person. OSTM's Treatments and Adaptive Massage classes were my favorites for just that reason.

I have always been interested in the medical field because it gives me a chance to help people feel better; massage does just that. The human body is endlessly fascinating to me. I enjoy hearing my patients tell me I found areas that hurt that others were unable to find, and then make that area feel better. Helping people feel better is why I chose to become a massage therapist.

As a professional, I believe in always putting the client first. I fully adhere to the ABMP Code of Ethics listed below.

ABMP Code of Ethics

 As a member of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals, I hereby pledge to abide by the ABMP Code of Ethics as outlined below.

Client Relationships

                I shall endeavor to serve the best interests of my clients at all times and to provide the highest         quality service possible.

                I shall maintain clear and honest communications with my clients and shall keep client        communications confidential.

                I shall acknowledge the limitations of my skills and, when necessary, refer clients to the      appropriate qualified health care professional.

                I shall in no way instigate or tolerate any kind of sexual advance while acting in the capacity of a      massage, bodywork, somatic therapy or esthetic practitioner.

 Professionalism

                I shall maintain the highest standards of professional conduct, providing services in an ethical and professional manner in relation to my clientele, business associates, health care professionals, and the general public.

                I shall respect the rights of all ethical practitioners and will cooperate with all health care    professionals in a friendly and professional manner.

                I shall refrain from the use of any mind-altering drugs, alcohol, or intoxicants prior to or during          professional sessions.

                I shall always dress in a professional manner, proper dress being defined as attire suitable and          consistent with accepted business and professional practice.

                I shall not be affiliated with or employed by any business that utilizes any form of sexual    suggestiveness or explicit sexuality in its advertising or promotion of services, or in the actual   practice of its services.

 Scope of Practice / Appropriate Techniques

                I shall provide services within the scope of the ABMP definition of massage, bodywork, somatic     therapies and skin care, and the limits of my training. I will not employ those massage, bodywork or skin care techniques for which I have not had adequate training and shall represent my education, training, qualifications and abilities honestly.

                I shall be conscious of the intent of the services that I am providing and shall be aware of and          practice good judgment regarding the application of massage, bodywork or somatic techniques utilized.

                I shall perform manipulations or adjustments of the human skeletal structure, diagnose, prescribe or provide any other service, procedure or therapy which requires a license to practice chiropractic, osteopathy, physical therapy, podiatry, orthopedics, psychotherapy, acupuncture, dermatology, cosmetology, or any other profession or branch of medicine unless specifically licensed to do so.

                I shall be thoroughly educated and understand the physiological effects of the specific massage,     bodywork, somatic or skin care techniques utilized in order to determine whether such application is contraindicated and/or to determine the most beneficial techniques to apply to a given individual. I shall not apply massage, bodywork, somatic or skin care techniques in those cases where they may be contraindicated without a written referral from the client’s primary care provider.

 Image / Advertising Claims

                 I shall strive to project a professional image for myself, my business or place of employment, and     the profession in general.

                I shall actively participate in educating the public regarding the actual benefits of massage,               bodyworkk, somatic therapies and skin care.

                I shall practice honesty in advertising, promote my services ethically and in good taste, and              practice and/or advertise only those techniques for which I have received adequate training and/or       certification. I shall not make false claims regarding the potential benefits of the techniques rendered.