THE TEAM
CALLIE WILLOUGHBY, LMT
Trauma-Informed Massage Therapist
I am a 2024 graduate of The Costa Rica School of Massage Therapy (CRSMT), an accelerated study-abroad program, where I received exceptional education and hands-on experience in both Western and Eastern massage modalities.
Massage therapy has always been a passion of mine, but it was not until 2023 when I was in between jobs, that I took the leap to pursue it as a career. I was born and raised in Clinton, IA, and received my B.A. from Taylor University. After working with youth in Ohio for five years, I went back to school for a credential in Mental Health Counseling from Huntington University.
This prepared me for my role as a houseparent at Compass Rose Academy, a therapeutic, residential, treatment center for teen girls with mental health concerns. It was here that I learned so much about the importance of being trauma-informed, and how trauma can impact the whole person: mentally, relationally, spiritually and physically. I invested in some of my own deeper work while on staff with Compass Rose, and I feel that this has prepared and equipped me to step into this role at Studio A.
When I left Compass Rose in 2022, I was more exhausted and burned out than I realized. The following six months I held the intentional theme to “rest and explore”, which led to a deeper exploration of who I am, what I want, and how I can use my gifts to benefit others. I took a giant step outside my comfort zone by enrolling as a massage therapy student at CRSMT, and am so grateful I did! I am amazed at how the body is all interconnected and how it is truly designed to heal itself. I am honored to work as a massage therapist and as someone who holds space for and facilitates healing to happen.
While I am new to the field, I am excited to continue to learn and grow under the mentorship of Allie at Studio A.
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I hold the following licenses and credentials:
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Licensed Massage Therapist
License #: MT22408387
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Counseling Credential
Huntington University
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Professional Development Certificate in Trauma-Informed Care
Indiana University
The following modalities were built in to the massage program I attended at CRSMT:
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Swedish Massage
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Myofascial Release
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Trigger Point Massage
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Thai Massage
I am excited to be a part of the Brownsburg community! In my free time I enjoy being outdoors, running, playing volleyball or spending time with family and friends.
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I am a member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).