In 2007, I commenced my massage journey by undertaking a Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice (Therapeutic/Relaxation). From these studies, and having explored the history of natural medicine back in 2003, I felt compelled to pursue my interest of a more holistic approach to healthcare by completing a Diploma of Polarity Therapy.
Polarity therapy completely changed my life and the way I perceive my daily existence. I began to identify root causes of the manifestations of physical ailments in both my own and others people’s bodies. I began to understand just how much our mental, emotional and spiritual states contribute to energetic blocks (i.e. aches and pains) in the physical body. Another component that I found of great importance was identifying the energetic properties of the foods I was consuming, and how an excess or deficiency of a particular element may affect my ‘balance’ overall.
Following the diploma I went on to complete electives in Bowen therapy; a gentler technique that treats the fascia (connective tissue) of our body. I realised just how important it was to unblock the ‘shrink wrap’ like tissues that allow our bodies to remain in particular holding patterns. I thought to myself – “what is the point of all this muscle massaging if the surrounding tissues will not budge and keep the muscles in a particular position?!”
Whilst working full time in a role tackling the issue of gambling addiction, I decided it was time to pursue my chosen path – returning to my studies to complete my Diploma of Remedial Massage (majoring in Musculoskeletal Therapy).
From there, I then commenced a Bachelor of Health Science in Naturopathy, which I have put on hold for the time being to focus my attention on working directly with my clients.
Within the degree course I studied Chemistry and Biochemistry, further Human Biology, History and Philosophy of Natural Medicine, Bach Flowers and Australian Bush Flower Essences. I instantly fell in love with the Australian Bush Flower Essences range, and began to intuitively prescribe blends to clients after working ‘hands on’ with them. I found that my clients’ bodies would ‘speak’ to me and tell me what essences they needed.
In 2010, after undertaking a Vipassana meditation in the Blue Mountains, NSW, I received a Kahuna Bodywork treatment and knew that I absolutely must train in this modality. I have now completed two workshops in this amazing transformational form of bodywork, and am looking forward to ‘flying’ further into the unknown.
With love, Carly Flinn
QUALIFICATIONS
Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice
Diploma of Polarity Therapy
Diploma of Remedial Massage (Musculoskeletal Therapy)
Short Course in Lymphatic Drainage
Certificate IV in Kahuna Bodywork (Relaxation)
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Member of AAMT
Committee member of PTNA
Registered with Private Health Funds