Shasta Bates, C. M. T.

Shasta recieved her associates degree in massage therapy from Heritage College, the largest massage school in Colorado. Afterward she completed an internship at Denver University's Ritchie Fitness center, where she continued to work for the next three years; her clients primarily included athletes, gymnasts and gym members. With a total of eight years experience in the field of massage and bodywork, she has provided services to chiropractic offices and given self-treatment seminars for the DU Wellness Program. Since 2003, she has worked with clients with spinal cord injuries.

In addition to massage, Shasta also takes great interest in physical fitness, and in 2005 she returned to Heritage and earned a second associates degree in Personal Fitness. She is currently working toward attaining certification as a personal trainer, and enjoys sharing her knowledge with clients as well as developing weight training programs and natural nutrition plans for her own personal use.

The mechanics and development of the human body fascinate me, and so does the connection between a person's physical body and their emotional and mental state. Every person has the power within themselves to strengthen and heal their own body. I've always had a passion for helping others, and in addition to relieving pain, I hope to inspire and educate all of my clients in the importance of paying attention to every aspect of their well-being: emotional, mental, spiritual and physical.

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS:

Several years ago while sitting at a stop light, I was one of five cars rear ended by a drunken driver.  My vehicle was totaled, and the major injury that I received was to my back.  For three years I went through a variety of treatments and medications, and had given up on my back getting better.

My coworker was in an auto accident a few years ago, and had been going to Shasta Bates for treatment.  She ranted and raved about the treatment she received from Shasta, but after going to an untold number of massage therapists and chiropractors I really was not interested--until I noticed my coworker's improved posture and free movement with her back. 

I thought, I’ll try her once and see if she helps.  To my surprise, after the first treatment I had relief from the pain, and after several treatments the pain was gone.  Since starting to work with Shasta, I terminated the use of topicals and pills to relieve the pain.  I am now working out in the gym several days a week!

~Bill C.

 

I learned about Shasta from a friend of mine who was a client of Shasta’s.  At the time I was suffering from constant aches and pain in my back, neck and shoulders.  My misery was the result of several years of long stressful days sitting in front of a keyboard, combined with a significantly less active lifestyle.   

Shasta was able to give me immediate relief through deep tissue massage.  She has been incredibly effective in reversing the years of abuse I put myself through.  Shasta is a great therapist.  What I think makes Shasta exceptional is her willingness to share her wealth of knowledge on the topics of physiology, nutrition and fitness to help her clients attain a proper balance in life.

~Christian S.