Co-owner and co-director of the Ashland Institute of Massage.  A graduate of both AIM (2008) and Gualala School of Massage (1980), Laureen spent many years as a homebirth midwife as well as a wild horse gentler. Certified as a level 2 practitioner in Advanced Myofascial Techniques, she was previously on the faculty of Advanced-Trainings.com. Her private practice focuses on therapeutic myofascial and embodiment work. Laureen is passionate about teaching Myofascial Techniques and Therapeutic Integration at AIM. 

Christa is a 2006 Ashland Institute of Massage alumna and is the Massage Foundations Instructor. She strives to teach each student how to successfully create and cultivate their own practice with clear intention, passion & enthusiasm. Her thriving Orthopedic Massage practice focuses on treating injured clients who utilize medical & personal injury insurance. When not in the classroom or her office, Christa can be found hiking with her dog, creating vibrant oil paintings or  riding one of her handsome horses.

Trina has worked as the Office Manager for both the Ashland Institute of Massage and our sister business, Chrysalis Massage Clinic, for 5 years. She is an integral part of the school's support system and the face students will often see throughout the school for their educational organization. Outside of work, Trina is a woman of nature. Much like in her work, she is finely tuned to the balance of nature and its systems. You can find her with her hands in a garden, or her feet on the ground, in an exploration of herself, the natural world, and the relationship between. 

An alumna from AIM's class of 2023, Angelina is our Admissions Coordinator as well as a massage therapist with multiple practice locations. One of which is at our sister business, the Chrysalis Massage Clinic.  She has her hands in many aspects of AIM's community and is a support system that both AIM and students rely on throughout the educational journey. Outside of work, Angelina is an animal lover, hiker, reader, baker, and all-around artistic adventurer.  

D'vorah has been practicing Traditional Thai Massage since 1993. She graduated from Heartwood Institute in their AMT program. Her teaching and private practice integrate Thai Massage with meditation; Yogic and Ayurvedic principles; and osteopathic and deep tissue techniques. Her passion is to teach Thai Massage to lay people, making this form of healing accessible to everyone.

Co-owner and co-director of Ashland Institute of Massage as well as an alumna (2004). Bryn believes massage and bodywork are sacred practices that can change individuals and communities for good. With a personal history of offering massage to a wide variety of populations, she brings a deep understanding of how to support students in living a life they love. Bryn would love to see all world leaders involved in weekly massage trades with each other to bring about more human connection and peace.

Trout is an AIM alumnus (2011) and has been involved in the movement sciences since. In addition to teaching Structural Anatomy and Kinesiology, he also teaches Sports Massage and Deep Tissue Massage. A lifelong learner, Trout frequently travels to learn from and assist global pioneers in orthopedic and medical massage. Trout’s massage practice, Myotides Bodywork, focuses on therapeutic and sports massage. He enjoys working outdoors at Rogue Valley athletic events, hiking, and sailing.

Alumna from AIM's program in 2020, Jenna the school Photographer and Social/Creative Content Administrator.  Her private practice as a massage therapist focuses on making preventative health and self-care accessible in any realm. She frequently hits the road for travel and adventure sessions in many outdoor arenas across the country, and splits time working remotely behind the scenes with AIM. Jenna also assists in CE Course coordination and systems/operations management. She does web design & brand development for massage therapists, as well as consulting for social media marketing and more. 

Owner of Meridian Wellness in Medford Oregon, Caitlin is a 2008 graduate of AIM. She is immersed in the deep studies of CranioSacral therapy and Trauma, as well as the ancient science of Astrology. She travels frequently as a Teaching Assistant and Precentor with Upledger Institute. Continuing education for all forms of healing modalities is a regular pursuit. She teaches Prenatal Massage and Ethics here at AIM, and finds inspiring others to be one of her many passions.

Taffy has a passion for helping people find and answer their call in the world so they can live rich, healthy, balanced, and meaningful lives. She is a licensed psychotherapist in private practice in Ashland and a wellness coach and consultant for a Fortune 10 company. Taffy is a life coach and trainer specializing in mindful living.