Welcome. I’m so glad you’re here.

Me: white, Queer, trans non-binary parent, neurodivergent, and chronically pained. I aim to operate from an anti-racist and decolonizing framework. I live on stolen Anishinaabe and Dakota lands in Columbia Heights with my partner, two kids, and very cuddly dog.

I primarily work as a massage therapist (NCBTMB, LMT, NMT, CST) and am part of the team at Nisse Body and Birth where we provide reproduction support from pre-conception to end of pregnancy and transitional support, including abortion and miscarriage care. In both businesses I am focused on balancing access to care with sustainability. In addition to my time in Saint Paul, I can be found on the awesome team at Serenity Acupuncture where I offer baseline bodywork with the option to add on some ashiatsu.

I carry an associates of applied sciences degree Northwestern Health Sciences University where I learned massage therapy. I use a blended set of modalities, preferring to match my skills to my clients needs. The modalities I am trained in are Neuromuscular Therapy, Swedish relaxation, clinical (sometimes called deep tissue), reflexology, craniosacral therapy, Healing Touch, and myofacial release. I trained in prenatal and breech balancing with the incredible Adrienne Caldwell after my time at NWHSU and in ashiatsu with Al Poliarco, who you should visit if you find yourself in Madison.

I work with clients of all ages - including on babies in utero. While it is hard to name a specialty, a large portion of my clients fit into one or more of three categories - people seeking reproductive support, people seeking a trauma embraced approach, and athletes from pee wee leagues to Olympians in many sports.

As an educator I lead inclusivity trainings on queer affirming care, kink affirming care, and PTSD affirming massage practices. Inquiries for education can be directed to shea@nissebodyandbirth.com.