Melissa Carlson--- licensed massage therapist and Health Coach in Medford Oregon.

 2015 Ashland Institute of Massage graduate and holds  certifications for personal training and health coaching through the American Council on Exercise.

A holistic approach to the body including massage, exercise/movement, nutrition, hydration, sleep patterns and stress management are key to setting yourself up for success.  We will work  together to create a plan that works for YOUR body and YOUR life.  
When I first started becoming more active with running many years ago  I realized I was becoming more in tune with my body.  I felt inspired.  I wanted to know more about the body.  This led me to ACE and their personal training program.  I learned so much during that time but knew that something was still missing.  Just by chance I came across an open house for massage school.  I knew the second that I entered the school that that was were I was meant to be .  I didn't ignore my calling and what a blessing this has been. A few years later I decided that I want to give my clients more. This led me to some research and landing on the health coaching program through ACE.   The greatest gift is watching clients feel better in the body that is theirs right now.  It's not about "fixing" .  It's about working with what you have and improving where you can.  
I believe in living a passionate life.  When I'm not working I love to explore all of the great trails that the Pacific northwest has to offer.  Trail running is inspiring and humbling.  Being in nature and smelling the trees and fresh air feels like freedom.  My dog Malcolm is my best running buddy and I love watching his happy little face when we are out running the trails.  I also enjoy plant based cooking and experimenting with different ingredients to create something tasty and healthy.

Cheers to you and your health!!!