Meet Trimble's Therapists
BOBBIE HASSEL brings a holistic touch to incorporating deep tissue with Swedish massage. Since graduating from Blue Cliff Massage School in 2005 her hometown of Gulfport, Mississippi and joining Trimble in 2007, Bobbie, who is supervisory therapist, enjoys teaching her clients the importance of maintenance massage and the importance of stretching. She has a been told by clients that she has a “strong, yet gentle touch, that really works all the kinks out.” Clients are amazed at how rested and rejuvenated they feel after one of her massages. She is one of our most requested therapists. Bobbie enjoys spending time with her two children, husband, and two dogs hiking, skiing or biking, and enjoying the great Colorado outdoors. Bobbie is completing a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Wellness with an emphasis in Nutrition, which will allow her to assist her clients in health and wellness advising as well as nutritional counseling/guidance. When you call for your next appointment, be sure to ask about her schedule.
SEQUOIA BENNETT has practiced massage therapy since 2000 and with Trimble since 2006. She employs Deep Tissue, Swedish Relaxation, LaStone®, HotStone, Reiki, Breema, and Myofacial Release.
Bodywork brings ease to aches and pains, reduces the stress that incrementally builds up in our bodies, increases our happiness and well being. I am honored and delighted to be an active element in delivering these outcomes. My massage style is one of deep connection using a touch that is both firm and gentle, listening with my hands and active in delivering the pressure that is called for moment to moment. Energetically, I hold a space that allows increased integration within oneself and supports you to be more at home in your own body.... I bring to my bodywork sessions all I have ever done: all the gardening, with my hands in the soil of this planet up to my elbows; all the tending I have given to my own children as they grew up in the gardens; all the wide-open wandering in the remote and quiet places of the West where I have learned to follow my heart and let my feet find the path that is always there.... I bring myself, aligned within my own earth body, dedicated to being present in the activity immediately at hand … delivering the massage that your body is asking for in the moment.... I look forward to working in partnership with you, honoring you right where you are and opening to that unique moment.
BARBARA DAHL (Healing Spirits, Boulder, Colorado, 1999) came to Trimble in 2002. Her specialty is Integrative Massage Therapy, including deep tissue, table Shiatsu, and stress-relieving massage. Each massage is tailored to the needs of the client, while making massage all-encompassing, incorporating mind and body. She has particular interest and knowledge regarding coping mechanisms and ergonomic solutions to deal with work-related stress. She's also a certified LaStone® Therapist. Athletes, stressed career people, and women often say they come away from a session with Barb more relaxed in and in tune with their bodies. “This is the massage I have been dreaming about for the past 20 years,” was the response of a long-time Boulder massage therapist. Other clients have commented, “Everything felt connected, body part to body part, technique to technique. “Barb makes you feel comfortable immediately so there is no ‘getting adjusted’ feeling to deal with.” “I can’t believe how great I feel, relaxed but energized.” “I have received massage all over the world in some marvelous settings, and this is the best massage I have ever received.” “Barb’s hands seem to know where to go and how deep to go to relieve every muscle tension.” Barb is an avid road and mountain biker, hiker, and cross-country skier. She particularly relates to women who are active and dealing with the stresses of life but who would like a little assistance with the journey. She loves people and giving massage.
TINA WALKER is a Durango native. Since graduating in 2004 from the Rocky Mountain Institute of Healing Arts in Durango, Tina has emphasized neuromuscular therapy, injury recovery, deep tissue, sports. She is reiki certified and practices energy work. Tina is also one of the few La Stone Certified Therapists in the region (New Mexico Academy of Healing Arts, Santa Fe, NM). Her goal in therapy is the connection of mind, body and spirit to achieve optimum wellness in her clients.
DANA ALIA
Professional Background
DORA Massage Therapy License 2009
Dana Alia is a Colorado-Registered Massage Therapist (as all of our therapists are) with a
National Certification (NCBTMB) License, 2007-2012. Dan has traveled all over the country as an athlete and a licensed massage therapist. Athletes have most commonly been his biggest clientele base. Working hand in hand with professional sports teams and clinical chiropractic offices, he has gained great experience in working with the body. Several years in the spa industry has also given Dana the opportunity to pamper those clients not looking for a sport-specific massage. Modalities that he offers include: aromatherapy, chair, deep tissue, injury management and rehabilitation, hot stone, hydrotherapy, la stone, myofascial release, prenatal/ pregnancy, reflexology, relaxation, sports massage, scrubs, Swedish, trigger point myotherapy, and wraps. “I have known Dana for the past year and have come to recognize not only that he possesses the skills of an excellent massage therapist, but his compassion and knowledge of how the body works set him apart from the average student,” writes Michele L. Meadows, NCTMB, OMT,
Dana’s former Injury Management/Rehabilitation Course instructor. “Being an athlete himself, Dana understands the demands that regular training can place on the body, which gives him a distinct advantage when working with that population."
RACHEL MCGEHEE has been with Trimble for much of her 15 years as a full-time massage therapist. Rachel describes her style as firm, but gentle. The majority of her education falls into deep tissue and Swedish, but due to her continuing education efforts, expands into many directions. Her practices have covered a broad spectrum, from spas to sports rehab, and she enjoys working on all body types. Her approach is an integrated combination of a well-stocked bag of tricks - tailored for each individual's needs. Her gift lies in an ability to diagnose the body's unrest and help her clients recover their fullest potential by whatever means it takes, such as recommending a particular treatment, style, technique, or even another therapist! Her experience with therapeutic bodywork has included counseling, but often just listening to what you and your body tell her. Referring to her vast history of experience with injury recovery, from sports medicine on NFL players to ankle sprains on your more average person, Rachel says, "I enjoy rehab of all kinds from surgery to motor vehicle accidents. I also have spent oodles of time working with pregnant women in every trimester. I am comfortable and well skilled in prenatal care of all kinds. I love to help people with their relationship with their body. I feel good health is paramount in personal happiness and freedom. Massage is always a step in the right direction for physical and mental balance.
MEGAN BECKE recently relocated to Durango to start her career after graduating from Ancient Wisdom College of Healing Arts, Council Bluffs, Iowa in 2009. "Begin at Trimble is very exciting," she says. "With all the amenities offered and my massage career, I feel Trimble is an idea place for someone to engage themselves in wellness. Therapeutic massage is both relaxing and rewarding, and I am very proud to be able to help othere with my skills." Megan's specialties include: deep tissue masage and Swedish massage techniques. Along with PNF stretching and myofascial release. Megan massages to meet each client's need and current stress areas. "In order for the body to function to its maximum capability it needs to be in harmony. Therapeutic massage is a great jumping off point for total wellness."
KRYSTAL ROBINSON, CMNT, CNMT has been a practicing massage therapist since 2005. She graduated from the Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy in Colorado Springs. She began her massage career teaching massage therapy at the University of Southeast Alaska and working for Seventh Heaven Day Spa. From there she moved to WestCliffe, Colorado where she owned and operated a massage practice for three years, partnering with a chiropractor and acupuncturist. She eventually, moved to Vail Valley to work as a professional specializing in sports injury rehabilitation. Krystal specializes in Neuromuscular Therapy, Deep Tissue, Swedish, Injury Rehabilitation, and Hot Stone. Krystal has a Natural Resources degree and works seasonal jobs, while maintaining her clientele. She is currently furthering her career by studying psychology. "I enjoy all aspects of life, the good and bad. I spend most of my time in the great outdoors or studying. You can find my dog and me climbing mountains, rafting down white water, fly fishing pristine rivers, riding horseback, or simply taking in the beauty of life. My ultimate life goal is to open up a holistic wellness center that applies mind, body and spirit healing for all in search of great healing."
LYNN LEHMAN recently retired from 30 years of elementary school teaching. Now as a Trimble Spa massage therapist, he specializes in Shiatsu as an Asiatic Bodywork Therapist. Shiatsu uses finger pressure on acupoints to relieve muscle tension, improve function, and provide relaxation. He also provides cranial sacral work which helps relieve headaches and altitude sickness. Lynn does reflexology, as well. He is also a Licensed Massage Therapist and can do Swedish massage, deep tissue and sports massage.
Lynn enjoys skiing and snowboarding and teaches at Durango Mountain Resort in the winter. He is married to Julia who is a new PA at Durango Family Practice. They have 4 grown children.