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Since I was young I have always had the ability to sense pain and sadness in others and it has always been natural to me to want to heal them. As I grew older and began to think about what my career in life would be I knew that helping people was my ultimate goal. I originally thought that psychology was the way for me to do this but I eventually realized that it was not enough. When I returned to South Florida and was introduced to massage therapy at Florida Career College I knew that that was what I was meant to do! I needed to touch people to help them because I could always sense a body in need.
The reason I needed to become a therapist- to help people achieve health and wellness through touch. I admit that I am young and can be stubborn but I am passionate and talented. I have a strong belief in how massage can positively impact people’s lives and have the education, intuition and desire to make that difference everyday. I am ecstatic, to say the least, to start my career as a Licensed Massage Therapist and explore the boundless opportunities to help people achieve health and relaxation through massage.

Experience
CSR, National Companies; Davie, FL - 2008-2009
Responsible for answering customer service questions by phone and email, processing billing changes, cancellation requests and responding to charge back inquires from Merchant Services.
CSR, Interactive Response Technologies; Lauderdale Lakes, FL - 2007-2008
Responsible for answering customer service questions and resolving consumer issues as well as patient appointment scheduling by phone for PIC Customer Service and LensCrafters.
Student Assistant, University of Central Florida Libraries; Orlando, FL - 2005-2007
Responsible for providing swift, knowledgeable, and friendly assistance to all patrons.
Education
Florida Career College; Lauderdale Lakes, FL - A.S. - Massage Therapy 2007-2009
University of Central Florida; Orlando, FL - Psychology/African American Studies 2004-2007
Dillard High School; Fort Lauderdale, FL - Emerging Computer Technology - Diploma 2000-2004
Skills

• Possess strong ability for identifying and resolving problem areas quickly and efficiently.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Can effectively multi-task in high-pressure environments.
• Interacts well with people of all backgrounds and professional levels.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, resourceful, and professional.